What is a word or name for pet lovers, especially dogs?
WELL TECHNICALLY. They're called Cynophilists.But I prefer to call them…Sane.Look at his fluffy butt! :D
Dog experts and lovers i need your advice??!!?
Shelter Dog Pros: Saving a life, if adult can see what it looks like, & temperament, Dogs usually are grateful they have been saved. Comes already neutered. Cons: Sometimes catches illness from kennels (usually easily taken care of.) Breeder: Pros: Pedigree- Family history. Registered. (but can get ILP for purebred from shelter also). Good breeder lifetime support. (usually can get support from breed clubs if adopt from shelter). If puppy get to enjoy puppy stage. Cons; If getting a puppy vs adult - don't know what it will turn out like, you have to go thru the puppy stage work. If getting from a BYB or Puppy mill it is supporting non reputable breeders and dog may be ill or genetically defective. Edit: If you are getting the dog for someone else, they need to meet it and pick it out. for 3 & 5 yr olds. a peke is not usually a good choice. I would go for the shelter dog (if it is an adult) and test it to make sure it is good with children. They are too young for a peke puppy.
Apart from cats and dogs, what other animals can understand human emotions?
Hi Megha,In my attempt to answer this question let me touch upon the definition/meaning of emotions.Prominent figures in this field have argued that emotions are perceptions of changes in your body such as heart rate, breathing rate, perspiration, and hormone levels.Others argue that emotions often originate from the observation of an external stimulus - fear, for example, is prompted when we see a predator approaching us. Although cognitive processes play a role in interpreting such an observation, our experience of emotion has been linked to a specific area of the brain: the limbic system.Independent of our conscious intelligence, this primitive system is thought to have existed early enough in the history of evolution to be present in many other mammals besides homo sapiens. For instance, a rhesus monkey who had undergone a lobectomy to remove part of the anterior temporal lobe experienced “psychic blindness”. The monkey exhibited lower emotional responses, demonstrating its role in emotions across different species (Klüver and Bucy, 1939).Few more studies prove that animals too have emotions.History of Animal Emotions1872: Charles Darwin publishes The Expression of Emotions in Man and Animals, exploring emotive facial expressions and noting the experience of emotions in non-humans.1937: James Papez suggests that the Papez circuit - a circuit involving the hippocampus - is responsible for emotion.1939: Klüver and Bucy demonstrate the role of the anterior temporal lobe in monkeys’ emotions.1952: Paul Maclean proposes the Papez-MacLean limbic model, which emphasizes the role amygdalae play in emotions.Basis the studies and research done it can be assumed that animals do have emotions but can they understand human emotions is an interesting question.Emotional empathy or reciprocal altruism is yet to be discussed and discoverd.Few animals which can respond well to human emotions are Chimpanzees, Mice to name few.P.S. - I’m an amateur in this field and would love to hear other answers supported by evidence.
Resocialize fighting dog-REAL dog lovers only?
Not cowards who leave animals to die, or teenagers who get off on pretending to be experts and insulting people. Links or resources to retraining a fighting dog so that she can enjoy being in a pack? I want my rescue to be able to fit in with my other dogs without EVER getting into a fight again. In 3 years of having her (After a LONG period to introduce her) she has gotten into fights with my other females 4 times. She is no longer able to hang out with them, and that is no life. She bristles up, sticks her tail up, and gets aggressive to dogs she doesn't know on the street. She is fine around my male. If you think it can't be done, check out what's being done with Vick's victims. It IS possible. And yes, I did snatch her the second she ran out the gate. The thugs who were fighting her would have KILLED her. If you name call, act like a malicious troll, or are otherwise abusive YOU WILL BE REPORTED. Experts do not engage in this behavior. Mature answerers who love dogs only. It is NOT a dog's fault that she was ABUSED this way, and she deserves a shot at life, and I have YET to find a rescuer who takes a dog who used to fight.
Dog Expert Please? Can I get a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel?
I sort of want a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel. I'm also considering these breeds: Norwich Terrier Norfolk Terrier Border Terrier Papillon English Cocker Spaniel Boykin Spaniel Cocker Spaniel My house is about 3,000 square feet, 2 stories, no small children (2 teenagers (my sister and I) and my parents) There will be no one home from 8am to 3pm on mondays through fridays. other than those times there will always be about 2-3 people home. On weekends there will always be 1-3 people home at all times, and same with summer and winter vacation. I live in the East San Francsico Bay Area, specifically in Walnut Creek. During the height of the summer, during the day, the temperature is in the 80s, though usually it is in the seventies. (It can occasionally reach the nineties). In the winter it is in the 50s and 60s and 70s during the day (VERY rarely 40s) I want a dog that is small, doesn't bark too much, doesn't need a lot of exercise, isn't excessively active, doesn't smell too bad or slobbber too much, and is very loving (cavaliers fit this description. My only concern is how much they shed, and how much you have to take them to the vet and take them to get groomed). I will make time if necessary though. I am also concerned because i would prefer a dog that is not prone to heart problems or othe rmedical problems. I really dont know that much about dogs, and i don't know very many dog breeds. If none of the ones listed above sound like good choices for me OR you have other suggestions, then let me know. Any additional informatino will be very helpful Thank you!
Best small dog breed for chronically ill owner? any advice welcome, expert advice very welcome!!!?
I have severe Lupus and have my heart set on a Jack Russell Terrier, because they are small, cute, intelligent, loyal and affectionate yet still independant, in other words doesn't need to be babied like some small breeds. all great qualities but I worry that I won't be able to keep up with it's energy levels and it would be unhappy. I'm looking for suggestions for other breeds, ones that meet the affore mentioned requirements. I would also like a dog that has a short smooth coat. I'm aware that's asking a lot but if you have any suggestions I'd really love it. I'd feel horrible if I got a dog that would be unhappy because I can't keep up with it.
In your opinion, are cats or dogs better? Why?
It really depends on your lifestyle, what you value in a pet, your time commitment, etc.... Some people decide to get both. Here are some things to think about. (I'm not a big cat person, so I may have some cat facts wrong).Advantages of Dogs:Dogs are always happy to see you. They yearn for your affection, will follow you around the house, and will come when called. They are loyal and really enjoy your company.Dogs are more trainable. Teaching them to do tricks is fun, although it does take some time investment.Dogs are great activity partners. You can take them running, hiking, and walking in off-leash areas (some beaches and parks allow your dog to roam free). It's awesome having a running partner who's ready to go whenever you are.Dogs can be hypoallergenic. If you have allergies, you can find breeds of dogs that don't shed. Cats like to clean themselves a lot, and the saliva dries up and turns into allergy-inducing dander.Dogs are good alarm systems. I feel safer knowing our dogs will alert us if there are intruders, especially the evil possums and squirrels. I think I read a study somewhere that said neighborhoods with dogs have a lower chance of break-ins.Puppies are cute.Advantages of Cats:Cats are lower maintenance. You don't need to take them on walks or runs to keep them happy and healthy. You can also leave town for a weekend, and the cat will feed, water, and clean up after itself. You'll need to board the dog if you're going anywhere.Cats don't require training. If you don't have time to teach your dog good behavior, you're going to have a tough time with bad behavior. Cats, on the other hand, naturally do the right thing (in general). Also, cats aren't really trainable, so it's a moot point.Cats don't smell bad. Most dogs do (not our labradoodles -- they usually smell like teddy bears).Cats don't need a yard. Having a yard and doggy door is more convenient for dog owners. Cats are good to go with their litter boxes.Cats don't bark. They do, however, have a wretched meow when they're in heat.Kittens are cute.