Latin dictionaries define the name Fido as meaning “to trust, believe, confide in”. Books describing origins of names say that Fido means “I am faithful.” All apt descriptions of dogs. Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, esteemed for preserving the Union and ending slavery, was a pet lover as well. Lincoln often recovered […]
Males are about 9.5 in. up to 14 in.; females are smaller. Other fish often ignore the rock beauty. Tank size is a minimum of 120 gal. Found in the tropical Western Atlantic, this fish is difficult to keep in captivity. Only very experienced aquarists should attempt it. The Rock Beauty must have sponges in […]
When dogs growl, they are communicating their feelings. Growling means that something is upsetting them and they are trying to let you know what it is. Our first instinct is to punish the dog for this behavior. After all, how dare our best friend threaten the hand that feeds and pets him. But if we […]
