I used to feel so much safer in the aloneness of the woods than I did near people. I always felt a sense of peace, a oneness with nature, that made me feel secure. As a child, I was taught that animals were more scared of me than I was of them, making me feel …
The animal kingdom is a fascinating place, full of mystery and wonder. However, at times it can also be downright scary! Animals fight for various reasons, including two very capable species: the walrus and the polar bear. While these two massive arctic creatures would likely not fight under normal circumstances, there have of course been …
During a visit to my local aquarium, I watched as the keepers tossed cabbages to the hippos. They opened their mouths and easily crunched an entire head of cabbage as if it were a potato chip. They seemed docile and even lazy. Later, we visited the sharks and watched them glide effortlessly through the saltwater …
Animal mouths come in all shapes and sizes, from the tiniest imaginable to the biggest (and scariest) of them all. The funny thing about this topic is that there are quite a few surprisingly big animal mouths out there — but have you ever wondered which animals have the biggest mouths? I know I have! …
A friend of mine went backpacking with her family. But instead of enjoying the great outdoors, she found herself terrified of coming across a dangerous bear. Of course, she survived her trip without any sort of incident but continues to struggle with the thought of ‘what if” she had actually come across a bear. While …
Green eyes are apparently the rarest colour of eyes for a dog to have. So you have one rare dog breed if they have green eyes. You may have a Weimaraner or a American pit bull terrier to name some of the few dogs that can have green eyes. For such a unique appearance, their …
My kids are always asking for a new pet as if the cat, rabbit, chickens, and goat aren’t enough pets already! Hamsters, guinea pigs, cats, and puppies are usually on their list of pets they think they have to have to live a happy and fulfilled life. And I’ve been steering them towards animals that …
Those fortunate enough to have been loved by a cat in their lifetime know the finicky nature of this perplexing species. Their sheer hatred of any change (big or small), their tendency to feel extra playful just as we’re drifting off to sleep, and other not-so-cute feline behaviors are all things that cat people reluctantly …
Poor hygiene, bad behaviour, and annoying quirks are all good reasons to detest a dog. However, what if the dog is your partner’s? This throws a little spanner in the works considering it could bring tension in the relationship. You may be worried of offending your partner by saying you don’t like the dog they …
It startled me awake, and I was so surprised. I just sat there in bed, staring at my cat. I thought she was scratching at me in my sleep, but she actually wasn’t. She was sitting on my legs with a corner of the blanket in her mouth, kneading the covers with her little paws, …
How organized are you? Is your house always clean, do you plan your meals, or do you schedule every event in your calendar? If not, I’m not judging — there are times when I struggle with organization myself! However, we humans are not the only species that likes to be organized, no matter how successful …
Trippy can be defined as being groovy, artsy, hallucinogenic, weird or amazing. Going on a “trip” is in reference to the psychedelic sphere. Experiencing a different and higher state of consciousness never experienced. Inspired by trippy slang and words/phrases from the 1960s and 70’s where trippy life was big. Akima Alannah Althea Amber Azaria Berry …
Anyone who has loved a cat knows all about what I’m discussing in this article: the annoyance that comes with cat hair. While we love our feline companions and would do anything for them, we don’t love finding their fur on our furniture, clothes, or any of the other befuddling places it manages to cling …
Puppy energy is no joke! If you have an older dog at home when you add a puppy to the family, the two might not mesh well together at first. Your older dog has been the alpha of the house, but it can take some time for your new puppy to learn to give the …
Yes, the majority of cats love stuffed animals. Cats love to snuggle – and they love to play. Have you ever seen your feline curling up next to their teddy bear or another plush toy? They do this to satisfy their need for warmth and safety. And sometimes, they do it because they’re missing you …
My kids were scared when they saw the little dark shadows flitting around the front yard, and they just begged me to come back inside the house. But I was simply transfixed on the little bats swooping and darting around the front yard. Bats get a bad rap, of course, but it was a great …
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