PET

A pet (or companion animal) is a household animal kept for a person's enjoyment, as opposed to livestock, laboratory animals, working animals and sport animals which are kept for economic reasons. The most popular pets are noted for their attractive appearances and their loyal or playful personalities. Their pedigree may also be a factor.
In some cases pets may also provide their owners with benefits, such as providing companionship to elderly adults who do not have adequate social interaction with other people.While some people believe in the physical and emotional benefits of owning a pet, scientists are currently working to verify these ideas with medical studies. There is now a medically approved class of "therapy animals", mostly dogs, that are brought to visit confined humans.

THE WORLD'S MOST EXPENSIVE DOG

Incredible! The world's most expensive dog is worth $1.5million!! This Red Tibetan Mastiff breed named Big Splash is now considered to be the most expensive pet dog in the world. The 11-month-old dog was purchased by a coal baron from the north of China for a whopping $1.5 million. Big Splash or Hong Dong in Chinese is a perfect specimen according to it’s breeder, Lu Liang.
would you splash a million dollar on a dog?

7 BASIC RULES FOR CHOOSING THE RIGHT PUPPY

Buying the right puppy is not as simple as it may seem. For a first dog owner, it is advised you discuss it with a veterinary doctor. It is often said that puppies choose their new owners rather  than the other way round, believe me there is much truth about to this claim. 

An overly shy puppy may have socialization problems later. The puppy that comes forward from the cage, asking to be chosen is probably the right one.

Like the rules of the thumb, the following succinctly written rules will guide you in choosing the right puppy:
1.       Make sure there is no discharge from the eyes.

TOP 50 MOST POPULAR FEMALE DOG NAMES

Naming dogs could be a serious challenge for some people especially first pet owners. Just like giving your kids cute and lovely names. Often time when faced with this challenge, a lot of people call their vet or phone a friend.

It's funny how some people name their pets. someone once told me he named his dog after a wicked boss in the office. what really matters is giving your dogs cute and lovely names.

Here is a list of well-researched top 50 most popular female dog names you can explore...

1. Zoe

2. Abby

3. Ginger

4. Roxy

5. Gracie

6. Coco 

7. Sasha

8. Lily

9. Angel

10. Princess

TOP 50 MOST POPULAR MALE DOG NAMES

Naming dogs could be a serious challenge for some people especially first pet owners. Just like giving your kids cute and lovely names. Often time when faced with this challenge, a lot people call their vet or phone a friend.

It's funny how some people name their pets. someone once told me he named his dog after a wicked boss in the office. what really matters is giving your dogs cute and lovely names.

Here is a list of well-researched top 50 most popular male dog names you can explore...

1. Bruno     

2. Jack 

3. Rocky               

4. Bailey

5. Jake

6. Charlie

7. Buddy 

8. Toby

9. Cody 

10. Buster

In pictures: The Queen's corgis

The Queen, her corgis, Daniel Craig @2012 Olympics opening ceremony

Queen loves her pets

2DAY'S BOLDDOG: LHASA APSO

The Lhasa Apso originated in the area of Tibet over 4,000 years ago as a small breed of mountain wolf. They were domesticated and actively bred perhaps as long ago as 800 BC, which makes it one of the oldest recognized breeds in the world. Referred to in Tibet as Apso Seng Kyi, which can be translated as "Bearded Lion Dog", the Lhasa's primary function was that of a household sentinel, guarding the homes of Tibetan nobility and Buddhist monasteries, particularly in or near the sacred city of Lhasa.

2DAY'S BOLDBOG: GERMAN SHEPHERD

GERMAN SHEPHERD

The German Shepherd Dog (German: Deutscher Schäferhund), also known as an Alsatian or just the German Shepherd, is a breed of large-sized dog that originated in Germany. The German Shepherd is a relatively new breed of dog, with its origin dating to 1899. As part of the Herding Group, the German Shepherd is a working dog developed originally for herding and guarding sheep. Because of its strength, intelligence and abilities in obedience training it is often employed in police and military roles around the world.

INTELLIGENCE

German Shepherds were bred specifically for their intelligence, a trait for which they are now renowned.

SPECIAL REPORT

Rabies

Rabies: A neglected zoonotic disease

Rabies is a zoonotic disease (a disease that is transmitted from animals to humans) that is caused by a virus. It is known to be present on all continents except Antarctica and infects domestic and wild animals.

Rabies is spread to people through close contact with infected saliva via bites or scratches. The main route of rabies transmission to humans is the bite of rabid dogs. Most of the deaths occur in the absence of post-exposure prophylaxis. Rabies is nearly always fatal when left untreated.

2DAY'S BOLDDOG: BULLDOG

BULLDOG

The Bulldog, also known as the English Bulldog, is friendly, calm, gentle, and good-natured. He is a couch-potato! He loves to curl up on the couch and sleep all day. He's stubborn and unwavering. If he doesn't want to do something, you'll have a hard time getting him to do it! His clownish behavior will make you laugh. He forms a strong bond with children and is very good with them.