Virtual pets are digital animals that can be found on websites or as standalone computer programs. They can be fed, walked, and played with, and some even have needs that must be met. Some virtual pets exist on LCD screens and can be challenging. They can be lifelike and even die, but they are primarily […]
Japan has more pets than children, with an estimated 22 million pets compared to 16 million children. The pet population is expected to grow as couples choose pets over children due to economic reasons. The pet industry in Japan is worth $13 billion annually. Japan is a country where pets outnumber children. There are an […]
White House pets have fascinated Americans since the days of President Lincoln’s turkey. Pets like Benjamin Harrison’s goat and Kennedy’s menagerie have helped people feel connected to the Commander in Chief. Teddy Roosevelt’s love for animals and Reagan’s decadently dressed cocker spaniel, Rex, also reveal insights into the presidents’ characters. One topic of great human […]
Pet airlines allow pets to travel in the main cabin, ensuring their safety and comfort during air travel. They control cabin climate, provide fresh air circulation, and have trained pet attendants to attend to pets’ needs. Reservations are required, and policies and documentation requirements vary. A pet airline is specifically for pets and allows pets […]
Flying with pets can be dangerous, with pets being subjected to temperature extremes and the possibility of suffocation or death. Small pets should be flown in the cabin, while larger pets may need alternative transportation. Tranquilizers should not be used, and loss is also a risk. Live freight forwarding companies are recommended for pet transportation. […]
Religious people are less likely to own cats, according to a study of 2,000 Americans by social scientists Ryan Burge and Samuel Perry. The faithful have 1.4 pets on average, compared to two for non-attenders. Cat owners are also more likely to be introverts than dog owners. Prominent critic and atheist Christopher Hitchens said that […]
Patricia Highsmith, known for her thrillers, had a passion for animals, especially snails, which she raised in terrariums and even brought to parties. She preferred their company to people and spent much of her life on an isolated farm in Switzerland. Many well-known writers were also great pet lovers, from Ernest Hemingway and his six-toed […]
