How to write a column about a personal experience

I once read a column in my local newspaper about the experience of a person adopting a kitten. The theme of the column seemed to be that it was hard to get exactly the kitten you wanted due to what the columnist argued was the lack of unwanted kittens in our province, British Columbia. The columnist ended up buying her […]

A dog is for life, not just for Christmas

Every year around Christmas time, the RSPCA calls on everyone to think before buying a puppy or any other pet as a Christmas present. The RSPCA’s message is “A dog is for life, not just for Christmas.” This notice is for people to think about and consider the implications of owning a pet. It’s a wonderful experience to see your […]

Beware of these tick problems on your dog!

The first type of ‘ticks’ you would hate! In general, we love ticks, especially when we are children. What a feeling we had when we beat them in our Maths exams! But beware! These are some killers! Are you enjoying a walk with your dog, especially in a bushy area, full of grass and bushes? If so, you better take […]

From conception to a puppy’s permanent home

Have you ever wondered about the life cycle of a puppy? I chose the most difficult breed to breed… the English Bulldog. They care more about humans as they are a man-made race and bred to fail as most would not make it without human help. A female Bulldog will normally come into heat every 6 months. We have our […]

History of the Pekingese

First of all, you need to understand that Pekingese are not dogs. They are a combination of part human, part aristocrat, perpetual child, and part cat. There is no other race like them. You should also understand that if your idea of ​​a pet dog is one that will sit adoringly at your feet (or on your lap), wait to […]