Can you take your pooch to church or synagogue? A growing number of religious institutions are starting to include pets in their services. For instance, St. Francis Episcopal Church in Stamford, Connecticut has a special service which includes pets. The service is geared to those whose pets are a central part of their lives, and […]
Professionals in domestic violence abuse prevention have found that many victims are reluctant to leave their dangerous situation because of close attachment to their pets. Usually, in domestic violence situations, pets are abused as well. Recognizing the need to help not only human victims but their pets as well, to escape from these situations, the […]
Gerbils and hamsters are similar animals, but there are important differences between them: Gerbils have long, fur-covered tails that end in a small tuft. Hamsters have tiny stubs for tails, naked of fur. Gerbils tend to stand on their hind legs, while hamsters avoid standing as it takes much more effort for them. Hamsters are […]
