As if the ominous name didn't clue you in, death caps are very dangerous. This species is responsible for the majority – 95 percent! – of fatal mushroom poisoning of people and pets. Not commonly found throughout the US, the fungi have been reported in areas as wide-reaching as upstate NY and New Jersey over to southern Oregon and the San Francisco Bay Area.
If you're taking a walk with your pooch, know how to recognize and avoid the (scientific name) Amanita phalloides. They grow year-round and thrive in moist environments commonly found on the roots of live trees. Although the above picture is one example, exact identification is unreliable because their appearance can vary . . . translation: Don't eat, or let pets eat, any wild growing mushrooms.
Learn how this affects your pets and should be treated when you read more
Look at those ears all big and absolutely adoro! Turns out Grevy's Zebras are not only the largest species, they're also known for their narrow stripes and round lobes. Meet lil Florence, the new foal born in Scotland's Edinburgh Zoo. Her birth is especially noteworthy, not just 'cause she's a baby animal (my fave!), but because this is one of the endangered zebras with fewer than 2,000 remaining in the wild.
Polka recently celebrated her nine years of life with a yummy cheesecake made with love by her mom Dollylo. Well, it was a ham and cheese cake anyway. She obviously wants to get the birthday singing over with so she can dive in! Patience, Polka. Patience.
Congrats to Polka and Dollylo for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! You can submit your own favorite snapshots to our Pet Pics group for a chance to see your furry pal on the pages of PetSugar. What are you waiting for!?
I was kind of at a loss when I saw this pic of a Westie outside of the Republican National Convention – talk about a serious dye job! I'm hoping that the owner of this pooch used a pet safe dye on his dog, since using human grade hair color, or even food coloring can be super harmful to your pets' skin!
Although I would never do this to North, what do you think about dyeing your pet's fur?
I bet you know your pet better than anyone else, including what his body language is telling you . . .but what about what he's saying to other dogs? Do you know the classic signals of aggression? What about the signs of fear? In this month's Modern Dog Magazine, they show us all the signs, signals, and indications for a variety of moods so you can "read" your pooch, and other dogs when you're meeting up for a play date, or just walking down the street. I've rounded up the messages in this handy slideshow. Check it out – you might learn something new!
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While the majority 'fessed up to leaving music on for pets, would you ever do the same thing with TV? My pooch seldom notices the television (he'll occasionally perk up if there's a bark coming off the small screen), but never glances at the set.Just 'cause North doesn't share my love for Gossip Girl won't stop me from being captivated nor do I expect him to sit fingers paws crossed for Chloe to make her debut this season, but what happens when you're tuned in to your fave show: Do your furry friends watch you, watch it, or use this time to get into mischief in the next room?
This breed's standard calls for huge ears (set low on the sides of the head frame), pixie-like face with large, inquisitive eyes, short slightly upturned nose and coat of loose waves and curls over the strong and supple body in a compact, refined form . . .
As if the ominous name didn't clue you in, death caps are very dangerous. This species is responsible for the majority – 95 percent! – of fatal mushroom poisoning of people and pets. Not commonly found throughout the US, the fungi have been reported in areas as wide-reaching as upstate NY and New Jersey over to southern Oregon and the San Francisco Bay Area.
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