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10 Things You Should Know About Brindle Boxers

By Nick Lee October 16, 2020

When it comes to choosing a dog, it can be overwhelming. There are so many breeds to choose from; how do you know which one is right for you and your family?

Well, if you’ve come to this article, you may have chosen a Boxer as the ideal dog for you. Boxers are a medium-sized dog that were originally bred to be guard dogs. Nowadays though, they make ideal family pets (as long as you can keep up with all that energy!).

So now you’ve decided on a Boxer, you’ll want to decide what type of Boxer you want. Generally, boxers have three main colors; white, fawn or brindle. Today, we’re going to be talking all about brindle Boxers.

7 Things You Should Know About Brindle Mastiffs

By Nick Lee October 9, 2020

(photo: thebuddhabean)

The world is filled with unique dog breeds that are sought-after for their appearance and temperament. One of these is the brindle mastiff. This large dog features a beautiful coat and has an easy-going personality. Below you’ll discover more behind this breed and how you can find a reputable brindle mastiff breeder.

Are Kangaroos Dangerous?

By Nick Lee June 5, 2020

Kangaroos are often seen as cuddly animals that hop along beaches. However, there’s a dangerous side to kangaroos many aren’t aware of. If you’re interested in learning why kangaroos can be somewhat menacing, you’ll want to keep reading.

Do Animals Get Sexually Transmitted Diseases?

By Nick Lee May 21, 2020

As we’ve explored in previous features, animal sexual relationships can be as loving as the human variety, but also – and again like humans – can sometimes lean towards strangeness and darkness. It therefore shouldn’t surprise us that just as sex can place humans at risk from Sexually Transmitted Infections (STIs), the same applies to the animal kingdom. Or, as Dr Barbara Natterson-Horowitz, a consultant for the Los Angeles zoo, told the Huffington Post rather more bluntly: “wild animals don’t practice safe sex – of course they have STIs!”.

How Do Butterflies Reproduce?

By Nick Lee May 21, 2020

Butterflies often indicate the beginning of spring and summer and are a welcomed pollinator throughout the world. While beautiful, the butterfly has one sole mission in its short life – reproduction. Below you’ll discover more about how butterflies find a partner and reproduce.

Why Bald Eagles Are Some Of The Most Romantic And Monogamous Animals

By Nick Lee May 14, 2020

If you’ve been reading our recent posts about animal mating but found the sexual habits of hippos and snails a little disgusting or the behavior of male ducks downright disturbing, then this next article will come as a relief. Bald eagles are much more romantic in their sexual attitudes, beginning their courtships in extravagant and moving dances in the air, and then bringing up their offspring as loving and monogamous couples. They are one of the few animals whose love lives really do seem romantic and affectionate, rather than alien and terrifying.

How Do Snails Mate?

By Nick Lee May 13, 2020

Most snails, including the commonly known garden snail, are hermaphrodites. This means they contain both male and female reproductive organs and produce eggs and sperm. The pomatidae family is the exception, in which males and females are separate, denoted by a smaller and larger shell, respectively. Although in species that host both parts the snails are capable of self fertilization, or asexual reproduction, they will still often mate with another snail.

How Do Crocodiles Mate?

By Nick Lee May 11, 2020

There’s just something about crocodiles. Are they immortal? Are they vestiges of the dinosaurs that once walked the earth? People are curious about these creatures who can go from chill to deadly in a second. A common question people have about crocs? How they mate. If you’re someone who’s wondered that, you’ve found the right article because we’re going to break down exactly that today. Spoiler alert: Elton John was right. Crocodile Rocking is something shocking!

How Smart Are Raccoons?

By Nick Lee May 7, 2020

Raccoons are common in many local wildlife populations throughout the world. These crafty critters are some of the most adaptable animals, able to survive in both the wild and urban environments, as well as many different continents- a feat not seen in many species. Due to their adaptability, they are one of only a few species that have actually benefited from the exponential growth of the human race.

Doctor Ask Terminally Ill Kids What Really Matters In Life – Here Are Their Answers

By Nick Lee June 17, 2019

Dr. Alastair McAlpine spends every day caring for children with life-threatening and life-limiting illnesses, working for the non-profit organization PaedsPal.

McAlpine recently decided to ask his terminally-ill patients what they enjoyed most in life and then shared their answers on Twitter.

In a tweet, he explained: “For an assignment, I asked some of my terminal pediatric palliative care patients what they had enjoyed in life, and what gave it meaning. Kids can be so wise, y’know.”

All of these children are between the ages of four and nine years old. Even though they are young, they still managed to hit the nail on the head when it comes to what makes life worth living.