Patricia Dickson
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About
Patricia is an experienced pet writer and lifelong animal lover. When she isn’t writing, Patricia enjoys spending time with her pets, cats Binx and Link and dog Mystery. Mystery and Link have been with her since birth. Binx was found under her house as a kitten and promptly welcomed into the family. Patricia enjoys volunteering at her local rescue shelter and sharing her extensive knowledge of pets.Archive
While most dogs look forward to riding in the car, some get sick when they do, to the point of drooling and vomiting. However, motion sickness isn’t the only reason dogs drool in the car. Excessive drooling is called ptyalism,...
If you are already the proud owner of an Airedale Terrier, you already know that your furry friend isn’t like other dogs and requires a lot of training. While these gorgeous dogs are intelligent, they can also be very stubborn....
German Shepherds have had a reputation as dogs that are not the best choice for a pet around children. Many people wonder if claims of such a reputation are true or a stereotype. Unfortunately, many statistical studies involving dog bites...
Pomeranians are little dogs that are famous for having fluffy, thick coats. They also make great lap dogs and have friendly, energetic personalities. Pomeranians shed between two to three times a year seasonally and periodically throughout the year, making them...
National Alaskan Malamute Day for this year has passed, but it’s celebrated every January 7th. As you may know, this day is held to honor the Alaskan Malamute breed. Alaskan Malamutes were famous for their strength, endurance, and loyalty. They...
You’re out on a nice leisurely afternoon walk, and the next thing you know, your dog is straining the leash, trying to take off after a squirrel that just crossed in front of you on the sidewalk. You pull your...
Whether they’re a toy, miniature, or standard Poodle, there are very few pet owners, or even non-pet owners, who don’t know how gorgeous, loving, and intelligent a Poodle is. However, many pet owners don’t realize that there is a National...
If you have your heart set on a Miniature Schnauzer, you need to know exactly how much it will cost to purchase your pet and how much it’ll cost to take care of. When purchasing a Miniature Schnauzer, you must...
Coconut and coconut oil are not only tasty treats but they are also said to have health benefits, especially for people. However, does that mean it’s okay to feed this treat to your dog? Coconut is not toxic to dogs...
If you’re looking for a muscular dog that can be intimidating yet affectionate, the Cane Corxer might be just the dog for you. They’re a crossbreed of a Cane Corso and a Boxer and make an excellent guard dog. This...
Dalmatians are lovable, loyal dogs that have quite a storied history. You may have seen one of these dependable pets in your local fire station, or if you haven’t, you’ve seen them on TV and in movies. Most pet owners...
For many dog owners, choosing an original name is challenging, but what better way to pick a unique name for your dog than to pick a name that starts with a unique letter? If you followed the same train of...
Many people think that because Dalmatians have short hair, they are light shedders. However, the opposite is true; Dalmatians are heavy shedders. As a joke, many Dalmatian pet parents will tell you that their Dalmatians only shed twice a year,...
If you’ve ever owned a herding dog, you know how intelligent they are, how easy they are to train, and that they usually have a pretty even temperament. However, you also know that all of these things can lull you...
Although you may need a herding dog to help around the farm, you’re not limited to medium or large dogs. Small herding dogs are excellent workers that do not require as much food to stay healthy. Breeds in the herding...
