It is an established fact that dogs have emotions but whether they have feelings is a different story altogether. Emotions and feelings, although used interchangeably, are not the same thing. Emotions are biochemical reactions in the brain that results in changes in the body’s state. As a physical event, it can be measured by checking […]
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Dogs do have emotions. It is generally accepted that basic emotions – anger, fear, and happiness – are experienced by all mammals including dogs. This is easily verified by checking for the presence of particular neural structures within the brain. From an evolutionary perspective, these emotions help in the survival and propagation of a species. […]
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Kibble, or dry dog food, is the most economical dog food and a medium-sized dog can eat some 30 pounds of this in a month which would be around $100 to $200 a year. There are also other commercial options such as canned and semi-moist dog food but they’re generally more expensive than kibble. You […]
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To start your journey on becoming a dog breeder, first learn state laws and local ordinances about dog breeding. Choose a breed you want to specialize in preferably a breed that you love because you will only be miserable if you choose a popular breed but one that disagrees with your liking. Once you have […]
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You can be a dog groomer with just 6 to 8 weeks of apprenticeship programs. There are no formal education requirements or licenses for dog groomers although there are voluntary certifications offered by grooming schools you can take. As a rule, employers usually prefer applicants with a high school diploma or GED equivalency when hiring […]
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You can have your dogs neutered when they are as young as 6 to 8 weeks old. Traditionally, dogs were castrated at 6 to 9 months but advancements in veterinary medicine such as with anesthetic agents and surgical procedures have allowed the procedure to be safely done much earlier. The recovery time is about two […]
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You can charge from $15 to $40 a day for your dog sitting service, up to $80 for an overnight stay, and extra for the holidays. You can also charge for pet grooming and dog walking if you offer these services. Also, you should consider the accessibility of the area and special requests from your […]
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On average, dog sitters are paid between $15 to $40 a day. This jumps up to $80 if you need your sitter to stay overnight which is usually 12 hours. Expect to pay more for full 24-hour requests and during holidays. You would also need to pay extra if you want the sitter to walk […]
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Dogs are about as smart as 2-year-olds, at least linguistically. They could learn an average of 165 words and gestures and they could develop basic arithmetic skills. Using these as a measure, it has been determined that some of the smartest breeds are border collies, poodles, German shepherds, and golden retrievers while those that fall […]
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An average quote for basic dog cremation services is about $50 to $200. The cost depends on the facility and type of cremation you choose as well as the weight of your dog. Depending on your local crematorium, there is private and communal cremation. Private cremation reserves a separate compartment for your pet and you […]
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