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Don your dog in cute apparel throughout the holiday season! Make sure you have space on your camera roll because you’re going to want to capture every moment of your holiday hound in their new outfit. We’ve curated a Christmas-y list of sweater selections made from high quality materials, with festive patterns, and a generous range of sizes to fit any dog breed. Our favorite is the Dog Threads Caribou Sweater which features a holiday-neutral pattern with colorful accents....

The yellow longnose butterflyfish is a very common butterflyfish. It and its rather uncommon relative, the big longnose (Forcipiger longirostris) have one of the longest Hawaiian fish names, lau-wiliwili-nukunuku-‘oi-‘oi. Its meaning is “leaf of the wili-wili tree with a sharp nose.” The hue of the fish is similar to the coloring of the big, billowy leaves of the Hawaiian wili-wili tree. This fish is prevalent in southern Hawaiian waters by Maui and Hawaii Island....

We’ve all seen those videos of dogs barking after their owners walk out of the room. Maybe you’ve seen videos of dogs acting ‘guilty’ because they were caught eating the cat treats. What’s actually happening in your dog’s mind? Do dogs have emotions like we do? Do Dogs Have Emotions? Anyone that has ever owned a dog will tell you, they have emotions. While they can’t verbalize what emotion they are feeling, they can still communicate how they are feeling through their behavior and body language....

Horseback riding can be a dangerous sport. Riding safely means staying comfortable and not letting injuries ruin your fun. Safety equipment won’t keep you completely injury free, but in the case of an accident, may help reduce the severity of injuries. Wearing and using things like a helmet, riding boots, a crash vest, and safety stirrups can make your ride safer and if you’re a novice rider, may make you feel more confident in the saddle....

Depending on your cat’s grooming habits and environment, you may or may not need to clean its ears. Many cats are excellent at grooming themselves and rarely require ear care. Others are not as good with their grooming skills, are prone to dirty ears, or need routine cleanings to help prevent infection. Cleaning your cat’s ears can be quick and easy; it just takes a little finessing to keep your cat calm so you can get the job done without any fuss....

While bird owners will tell you that their feathered friends are second to none in terms of being great companions, the fact of the matter is that birds aren’t for everyone. Bird owners face completely different sets of issues than do owners of more commonly kept pets such as dogs or cats, so there are some things that all potential owners should know about birds before bringing one home. 01 of 05 Birds Can Be Noisy Toh Nattapol / EyeEm / Getty Images Some bird owners see their pets’ vocalizations as beautiful music; others simply accept that it is an inevitable side effect of owning a pet bird....

What is Intervertebral Disc Disease? Symptoms Causes Diagnosing Treatment Prognosis Prevention Intervertebral disk disease (IVDD) is a condition where the cushions between the cat’s spinal bones harden, swell, or rupture. IVDD may be otherwise known as a slipped, herniated, or ruptured disc. The result is that the spinal cord and its surrounding nerves become damaged or compressed and may lead to a cat’s inability to walk or move its limbs....

Characteristics Breed History Training and Care Health Problems Diet and Nutrition Where to Adopt or Buy Breed Overview Further Research The miniature dachshund is a small hound dog breed from Germany with either a short, wirehaired, or longhaired coat and a long, low body. These dogs are simply the smaller variety of the dachshund dog breed, with the larger variety being the standard dachshund. Mini dachshunds typically weigh 11 pounds or less while standard dachshunds weigh 16 to 32 pounds on average....

Characteristics Origin Colors and Markings Tankmates Care Diet and Feeding Gender Differences Breeding Further Research The pearl gourami is not only one of the most attractive gouramis, but also one of the hardiest and easiest to keep. It is a labyrinth fish, meaning that it is able to breathe by gulping air at the surface of the tank. Like some other labyrinth fish, the pearl gourami can actually vocalize; don’t be surprised if you hear your pet “talking” with growling or croaking noises, especially when breeding or fighting....

How small of an aquarium can you have with saltwater? This is asked often, and although you may decide to set up an aquarium less than 40 gallons in size, or what is referred to as mini, micro, nano, and pico tanks, most seasoned aquarists will tell you that the larger the volume of water you are dealing with in an aquarium, the better. The main reason? Because there are fewer concerns with environmental changes occurring rapidly if the water volume is larger....

After testing 22 bestselling pet gates, we named the Cumbor Auto-Close Pet Gate our favorite pressure-mounted gate, and now it’s on sale for more than half off. A $200 gate going for as little as $90 assuages the main concern our tester had with the Cumbor gate: cost. Otherwise, the sturdy, pressure-mounted gate can’t be beat. “I don’t think I’ve used a better quality gate than this one,” our tester said....

Is your horse tossing its head while you ride? Head tossing can range from annoying bobbing to dangerous head throwing and shaking. As your horse is throwing its head, you may have poor control. In the show ring, you’ll be passed over by the judge if your horse is tossing its head in many performance classes like equitation and pleasure. Why Horses Toss Their Heads Horses toss or bob their heads for a number of reasons....

Dogs come with a wide variety of coat types. You’ll find long, short, curly, fluffy, straight, and wiry fur—and everything in between. Some dogs have what is called a single coat, or one layer of fur. And other dogs have a double coat with a short undercoat hidden beneath a longer outer coat. These two layers help to insulate the dog against cold weather, and they even cool the dog in hot weather by trapping cool air close to the skin....

Dogs can lick their butts as part of their normal grooming, but excessive butt grooming is not a normal behavior. It’s not only unappealing to watch, but it can be indicative of a health problem in your pooch. Why Do Dogs Lick Their Butts? A dog will begin to excessively lick their butt due to inflammation and irritation around the area. Although this inflammation and irritation can arise from a variety of reasons, they all require a veterinary visit to determine the cause and to create a treatment plan to put your dog at ease....

Most dogs have pink tongues, but a few breeds naturally have blue tongues, sometimes called black tongues. At least two breeds are required to have blue tongues by their breed standard, which is the written description of the required characteristics of the breed. The chow chow and the shar-pei always have solid blue tongues. Additionally, both the Eurasier and the Thai ridgeback may have black-spotted tongues or a solid blue-black tongues....

From classic literature (we’re looking at you, White Fang), to Game of Thrones and famous Instagram animals, it seems like wolf dogs are everywhere these days, and for good reason! These somewhat wild canines aren’t just beautiful—they’re super intriguing and mysterious, too. Beauty and mystery aside, there’s a lot of controversy surrounding wolf dogs—and debate about whether or not they’re safe pets for families. If you’re considering adding a wolf dog to the pack, read on for some vital facts about wolf dogs, their behaviors, and their legality....

A complete alphabetical listing of all the fish species in the world would have at least 30,000 items, and those are just the official saltwater and tropical fish names. Many fish—especially popular varieties for aquariums—also have any number of nicknames. For example, the Corydoras metae, or bandit cory, is also known as a bandit catfish, masked cory, Meta River catfish, and Rio Meta cory. The following (partial) list of aquarium fish names includes many of the most popular ones, from A to Z....

Red slime algae is actually not a “true” algae at all; it is a bacteria that is technically known as cyanobacteria. Often considered to be the evolutionary link between bacteria and algae, cyanobacteria are among the oldest forms of life on earth and date back at least 3.5 billion years. These organisms produce oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis, and scientists believe that if it weren’t for this microscopic organism, there would be no blue skies on Earth....

If your dog has a flat face, it likely experiences brachycephalic syndrome — a condition comprised of several deformities that affect a dog’s breathing. Symptoms of brachycephalic syndrome typically include noisy and labored breathing, snoring, and nasal discharge. It is a genetic syndrome disproportionately affecting breeds like bulldogs, pugs, Boston terriers, French bulldogs, Pekingese, chow chows, and Shih Tzus. A vet will diagnose brachycephalic syndrome using a physical examination and a series of diagnostic imaging tests and will usually recommend surgery....

What Is Dropsy? Symptoms Causes Diagnosing Treatment Prognosis Prevention Dropsy (sometimes called bloat) is not a disease but a condition caused by an underlying health issue like an infection, parasites, or liver dysfunction. It involves the accumulation of fluid in a fish’s body, giving it a swollen or bloated appearance. Often exacerbated by environmental stressors, dropsy should resolve when the stress is relieved and the underlying illness is treated. Of course, the prognosis depends on the severity of the illness and its response to treatment....