Ashley Bates
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About
Ashley Bates is a freelance dog writer and pet enthusiast who is currently studying the art of animal therapy. A mother to four human children— and 23 furry and feathery kids, too – Ashley volunteers at local shelters, advocates for animal well-being, and rescues every creature in need. Her mission is to create awareness, education, and entertainment about pets to prevent homelessness. Her specialties are dogs and cats.Archive
Chihuahuas are some of the most popular small breeds to exist. Their compact bodies and their hilarious personalities are just a few of the things that make them so attractive to potential owners. However, if you’re a person who looks...
Chihuahuas are notorious for being the ‘handbag dogs’ of the early 2000s – if Paris Hilton had one, everyone else in the world wanted one, too. Their popularity soared, making them one of the most sought-after little dogs of all...
Zodiac signs are all the craze nowadays. It seems that everybody knows about astrology and even judges people based on their astrological sign. Are you one of them? If so, you might be really curious to know if our pets...
Jack Russell Terriers are happy-go-lucky, spry little dogs that bring so much happiness to their owners. If you love little dogs, live in an apartment or smaller living spaces, or are just curious about the breed’s size—we have all the...
The German Sheprador is a combination of two extremely popular breeds. The German Shepherd and Labrador Retriever are constantly finding themselves in the top five favorites according to the AKC’s breed popularity list. What is it about these dogs that...
The Alaskan Malamute is a semi-popular dog breed that thrives in cold weather. The thick-coated animals are much like a Siberian Husky, only they’re blockier and sturdier. If you love the look and overall description of the Malamute, you likely...
If you have a child right now, you will know all about Bluey! It’s all the craze these days, competing with predecessors like Blue’s Clues and Dora the Explorer. If you’ve watched it with your children, you may be able...
We all have preferences. From the food we eat to the people we date, we have a strict set of likes and dislikes. It’s no different when it comes to our pets. As much as we want to choose the...
There is a very strong connection between certain dogs and pregnancy. You hear anecdotal stories all day long of dogs ‘knowing’ their owners were pregnant before they even took the test. So, what exactly gives? Can your dog detect a...
Having house plants and dogs together in the same space can be quite a challenge. You want to keep both alive and healthy, but it seems that one is always trying to kill the other. Our dogs can get into...
Animals of the oddest pairings can sometimes come up on your social media feed. Sometimes, a snake and a mouse will seem to become friends, a coyote and a common canine, you name it! However, as cute as you might...
Hearts of palm are literally exactly what they sound like—the very internal parts of certain species of palm tree. These tender veggies can serve in a variety of recipes and so many people can reap the long list of benefits...
If your dog just broke into the trash or snatched a plate of leftovers, you want to make sure that anything they got ahold of is perfectly safe, otherwise, a vet trip may be imminent. The good news is that...
When it comes to dogs, most of us think the more the merrier! However, some dogs can get aggressive with other dogs, especially those of the same sex, making you wonder if two male dogs can get along. Generally, two...
Dogs have different measurements of bite force. Some of them barely hurt at all, while others can literally rip off a finger. Knowing the bite force of your dog can help you determine what kind of chewer they will be,...
