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Looking for a stylish pet bed for your pampered feline friend? Here's a selection of stylish cat beds by various shops discovered on popular online handmade marketplace, Etsy . Flower-shaped felted cat bed made from Bergschaf natural white wool from Lithuanian shop, Elevele . Cat pyramid house handmade from natural linen with polyester filling by another Lithuanian shop  Murmur Cats . Cats love to climb so this Shelf Wave hanging cat bed is an ideal spot for feline relaxation. The shelf comes with metal brackets and screws for invisible wall mounting, pillow and velvet case. This contemporary cat bed is designed and created by  Lazy Cat Furniture  from Warsaw, Poland. Cozy, cat cocoon made from 100% natural wool by  Melena Studio  from Montreal, Canada. Snugly Merino wool cat cave felted by hand using just water and olive soap by  LoveCatCaves  from the United Kingdom. Window watching would be comfy in this cat ha...

Traveling to New York City but don’t want to leave your four-legged pooch at home? Although majority of New York City hotels do not allow pets, you will be relieved knowing that there are a number of great hotels in the Big Apple that do love dogs and even other pets, too! Here are some of the most popular dog-friendly hotels in NYC. High Peaks Resort At the High Peaks Resort, dogs are considered as family members and are most welcome in the hotel. It is one of the few pet-friendly accommodations in Lake Placid offering dog-friendly rooms with easy outdoor access and special dog treats at check in. A portion of your pet fee is donated to The Joshua Fund, a local organization that helps pups without humans find their fur-ever homes. Situated in the heart of Lake Placid, surrounded by the Adirondack Mountains – the largest publicly protected wilderness area in the United States, the High Peaks Resort is also an eco-friendly hotel. Guests have the option to decline daily housek...

Officially recognized by the American Kennel Club (AKC) in 1885, the Beagle is a scent hound primarily used for hunting rabbits and hares back in the 18th century.  Beagles are well-loved among pet owners, and in fact ranks 5th in the top 10 most popular dog breeds based on  AKC’s 2015 registration report .   {photo} Appearance The Beagle is a  small sized breed  that looks a lot like the miniature Foxhound – although it has a broader head and a shorter muzzle. The Beagle’s ears are long, large, slightly rounded, floppy and drops towards its cheeks. Beagles can grow an average height of 13 to 16 inches, and weight around 18 to 36 pounds. They have short hair that comes in either tricolor – white with black and brown/tan or brown and tan, or two-color combination – white and tan/lemon/red/orange/brown/black. Despite their short coat, they do shed so regular brushing with a shedding tool or a hound glove is recommended to keep them well-groomed. ...

The Chihuahua, known to be the smallest breed of dog in the world is said to have originated from and named after a state in Mexico. The American Kennel Club (AKC) officially recognized the Chihuahua under the Toy group in 1904. { photo } Appearance  Chihuahuas have an average height of 15 to 23 centimeters, although some can grow up to 30 to 38 centimeters. They generally weigh anywhere from 3.3 to 6.6 pounds. There are two varieties of Chihuahua - the smooth coat or short haired and the long coat. Coats can vary from a solid color to a combination of colors, or with markings. The AKC recognizes solid black, chocolate, cream, fawn, red, blue, gold, silver, white, brindled, sabled, merle, and selected combination of colors. The UK Kennel Club (UKC) considers the short and long haired Chihuahua as two separate dog breeds. Both types can either be "apple head" or "dear head" in reference to the shape of their heads. An "apple head" Chihuahua...

For many pet-lovers, dressing up their pooch is much like dressing up themselves. It's a must! Do you like dressing up your dogs or cats in clever, cute costumes as well? Some might prefer to make their own pet costumes, rather than spend money on a ready to wear piece. However, before attempting to make a DIY costume or clothing for your pet, consider a few things.   {photo}   Clothing Materials. What kind of materials will you use? Avoid using fabrics that might cause irritation. It is particularly important to be sure that your costume is free from choking hazards such as buttons, trims, or accents. Comfort.  A costume or piece of clothing should not make movement difficult for your pet or make it hard for them to see their way.  Your pet should be able to walk and move around without hassle. However, if your pet really dislikes wearing clothes or costumes, and this may include most cats, there are pet collars a...

A common challenge for all dog owners is finding a home their dog or dogs can stay with while they’re away on vacation.  Thankfully, there are now companies that offer in-home boarding services for dogs and other pets.   However, for most dog owners, leaving a dog – even for just a few days or weeks- in the care of strangers is often easier said than done.  This is why it is extremely important to find a trusted dog boarding company that will provide only the best care for your pooch.   Can’t wait to go on vacation but couldn’t take your dog with you?  Here are some tips for you:   {photo} Find out as much info as you can about the in-home dog boarding service provider. What kind of reputation does it have?  Are there in-house vets to supervise the pets?  Will your dog be taken out on walks on daily basis?  Are there professional groomers working in the facility?  Are the staff trained and experienced in dog ...

Mention the name pug and people who knows a lot about dog breeds are bound to describe it with the phrase “multum in parvo” which means “much in little”. True enough, there is so much more to the small package than what meets the eye. Despite its compactness, the pug has a big personality. What Meets the Eye   How would you describe a pug physically? It is easy to recognize a pug with its dark, short-muzzled face; glossy, wrinkly skin; soft, flapped ears; and a curled tail. It has a large head and a square, stocky body carried by four, pudgy but sturdy legs. The average weight can range from 14 to 18 pounds.  Males are generally larger than the females in terms of height.  They can grow anywhere from 10 to 14 inches tall.  On the other hand, females typically grow from 10 to 12 inches tall. Fawn and black are the most common coat coloring for pugs, but some pugs may have apricot fawn or silver fawn coats. A pug with a fawn-colored coat woul...