fact or fiction

Is it fact or merely fiction? Fact or Fiction explores the myths and beliefs we hold about our pets, like why dogs wag their tails and cats purr.

How to Keep Killer Whales Innovated Through Creativity
On September 20th, 2022, the peer-reviewed journal, Animal Cognition, published a study on how killer whales and apex predatory mammals get creative in their oceanic habitats. The study was part of an ongoing collaboration between Dr. Heather Manitzas Hill at St. Mary’s University, MarineLand France, SeaWorld San Antonio, and the Dolphin Communication Project. The study, previously done with bottlenose dolphins, allowed the researchers to ask the animals to do new behaviors of their own choosing as a form of enriching exercise for the animals that enable them to think creatively (Heather Manitzas Hill et al. Anim Cogn. 2022)
By Jenna Deedy4 years ago in Petlife
Why I’ll Never Ever Hire a Vampire to Dog Sit (Again!)
At a first glance, Vladimir seemed fit for the job. He had “decades of experience raising bats” and a profile picture of his favorite pet bat Don Juan to compliment. While bats definitely were an unusual type of pet than your typical dog, he seemed like an animal lover.
By Gaia Provides4 years ago in Petlife
9 Pet legends.exposed!
Legend #1: Canines find in dark and white. Truth: Canines can see tone, yet only one out of every odd variety, and subsequently, they don't see tone as dynamically as we do.Canines can see shades of blue, yellow, and green and their vision is blurrier in more splendid light. However, they compensate for their sight impediments with their unimaginably solid feeling of smell.L
By Yocavivas 4 years ago in Petlife
Why should you do a genetic test on your dog?
Genetic tests in humans are already a common reality to find out about preventable genetic diseases or even to find out the ethnic origin of our ancestors. For example, it is already common to analyze the presence of certain mutations in genes to understand the probability of a person to suffer from certain types of cancer. How could it be otherwise, these types of tests are beginning to be available for our fellow dogs and thus be able to give them better health.
By Malik Kashif4 years ago in Petlife
Nuggets. Top Story - October 2022.
I’m a proud Tokyoite and have been for my 5 years living here. The alley I live on provides cozy spots to curl up for a nap, a variety of delicious scraps, and sometimes a passerby will give me a nice scratch on my back. I purr and rub against their leg and they might even give me a bit of their tuna sandwich. Unlike my alley-mates, I’m not scared of people. I’m the only one who knows my human given name, Takeo. When I was very young I lived with some folks and they were kind to me, but they were an elderly couple. They passed away a year apart from each other. The lady of the house fed me well and let me do as I please for the last year of her life. I had been mostly an indoor cat but I think she sensed my desire for the great outdoors. I was out roaming the streets when she took her last breath. I mourned her passing, but I expected it and we cats accept death better than humans.
By Ryan McCombs4 years ago in Petlife
The Dog that Saved my Life
The day my dog, Denali, saved my life is definitely my fondest memory of her. She is my unofficial service animal and I highly recommend you get one of your own. You never know when their unconditional love, dedication, and steadfast companionship will come in handy. Dogs are known for saving the lives of humans for many years running. They can even be trained to do so in a number of ways. The course of action she took to rescue me would probably be considered a non-traditional method, with no training required.
By Amy Hall4 years ago in Petlife
Meeting Denali
I remember the first time I met my best friend in life and I will cherish that memory forever. I walked into her previous owner’s home and she barked at me timidly, then circled around my person, growling. Her owner, Matthew, said, “Denali, it’s o.k. girl!” Obediently, with her tail between her legs, she walked to the corner of the room and laid down, watching my every move. The humans talked for a while as she laid there in her safe place, watching me, sizing up my intentions within this house.
By Amy Hall4 years ago in Petlife
My rabbit Flora
When i was young, my parents often took my younger brother and I on road trips to different cities in our country, in order to teach us of the stories, legends and history of our culture.
By Victoria4 years ago in Petlife
My Best Teacher
Sometimes what you are looking for comes when you are not looking at all. It was my final quarter in a grueling two-year veterinary technology program. I was exhausted, excited and anxious to step out into the world, yet again.
By Liza Spiridon4 years ago in Petlife
Sweet Pups: An Interview
A few months ago, my sister, Janis, decided that she was going to adopt a dog of her own. It was a long process because her apartment’s landlord usually has restrictions that prohibit residents from keeping pets. However, thanks to approval from a doctor, they made an exception for her to adopt a pet. By this point, she decided on who she was going to adopt: a foxy rat terrier puppy named “Angie” who was renamed “Zelda” after a character from the “Legend of Zelda” series of games. Then came the day of adoption and I joined Janis to cross state lines into Massachusetts to take Zelda home.
By Jenna Deedy4 years ago in Petlife
Paws on My Heart
If it were not for Mollee and Dexter, I would not be alive today. Earlier this year, I was diagnosed with chronic PTSD, anxiety, and depression because of my time in the military. Over the years of having Mollee and Dexter, I did not know for sure I had PTSD until after Mollee passed away last November. My family and friends love me but only one understands me and she is not located extremely close to me, so Mollee and Dexter have been my support system for over a decade.
By Jason Wagner4 years ago in Petlife
My Hosts Melted My Heart With Their Concern
Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow. — Melody Beattie. If you are a new reader, welcome on board, and thank you for deciding to stop by. If you are returning, I want to express my deepest gratitude for your trust and loyalty!
By Myriam Ben Salem4 years ago in Petlife