Do you believe that the color of your cat’s coat influences its personality and behavior? If so, you’re not alone. Since genetics are involved in producing the cat’s coat, they may also predict certain behaviors. Color pigment follow the same biochemical path as some brain substances such as dopamine which strongly influences behavior. Ancient cat […]
New York State has filed Assembly Bill 3431 and Senate Bill S6167 to prohibit devocalization of dogs and cats. There is opposition to these bills from lobbies that profit from devocalization. They are trying to kill the bills through loopholes. One amendment would allow some people to have their dogs and cats devocalized. Devocalization is […]
Education is crucial for teaching children respect for pets, wildlife and the environment. Teachers can teach lessons about subjects such as animal welfare, conservation and responsible pet ownership. Interactive activities, videos and stories can be powerful tools to get the message across. Teachers can also teach respect for animals indirectly, by including images and facts […]
