black scottish terrier in the meadow

If you suffer from dog allergies but have your heart set on being a dog owner, you may have heard that choosing a hypoallergenic dog breed is the way to accomplish this. Scottish Terriers are small dogs with big personalities. They have distinct features, including a wiry beard and stubby tails. They are short, stocky… Read More

Spanish Water Dog in the woods

If you suffer from pet allergies and would like to get a dog, you may have heard that a hypoallergenic dog is an answer. Hypoallergenic means that something has a small or reduced risk of triggering allergic reactions in people. So, a hypoallergenic dog sounds like a perfect addition to an allergy sufferer’s home. A… Read More

petunias in a white pot outdoor

Petunias are beautiful flowers that are popular among gardeners with dogs because the plants are non-toxic to animals and people. Some people believe that since the flowers are so vibrant, that automatically makes them poisonous to dogs. This is not true, and the petunia is proof that not all pretty plants are poisonous. The ASPCA… Read More

snake plant outdoor

The snake plant is a popular decorative houseplant with long, thin leaves that grow vertically. This plant is also called a mother-in-law’s tongue, a magic sword plant, or a viper’s bowstring hemp plant. They are common in plant-loving households because they are hardy and easy to care for. They don’t require much maintenance and can… Read More

a ladybug on a tree branch

Cats love to chase and capture any small critters that they find, including insects. Ladybugs are distinctive insects that are normally easy to spot. There are over 5,000 species of ladybugs around the world! The most common ladybug in North America is the seven-spotted ladybug. You can identify these insects by their small, round, shiny… Read More

close up of domestic shorthair cat

Being a cat lover with cat allergies is a tough situation. Staying away from cats or not owning one may be impossible for some people. The search for hypoallergenic cats is what usually follows because people feel that they can have the best of both worlds: a cat that doesn’t trigger their allergies. Are domestic… Read More