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 Show your support with a magnetic ribbon. Recent Pet News, Tips & Info...Choose the Airedale Terrier as a Pet and Say Good-Bye to Boredom“The King of the Terriers”, the Airedale terrier comes from Airedale, Yorkshire, England, and it is the largest of the terrier breeds. It comes from crossing the old and vanished breeds of the Black-and-Tan terrier with the Otterhound. It is also said that they have the Manchester terrier in their blood. They were initially bred to hunt otters (reason for which they are also called the Waterside Terrier) and hares in the valley of the Aire river - that also gave its name to the breed - and to herd sheep, being both shepherd and hunting dogs. The Africanis Dog From the South African Plains to Your Home Dog breeders do not officially recognize Africanis as a breed. Also known as the Bantu Dog or the Zulu Dog, the breed developed in South Africa and it is basically comprised of similar breeds that are originally from the area. However, dog historians have acquired enough evidence to conclude that, originally, the breed lived in the East and Middle East and migrated to Africa in ancient times. The Zulu Dog is a perfect companion for people, whether we are talking about more traditional activities like hunting or herding, or simply about the pleasure of having a dog companion. The Afghan Hound Elegance and Distinction If the old saying that claims that dogs and masters resemble each other is true, then the Afghan hound is surely the dog most likely to be seen in the presence of an aristocrat. Its silky, thick coat will match any of its masters' designer dresses or elegant suits. Distinguished in looks and personality, this is one of the breeds that you can't stop looking at when seeing on the street and that you are very likely to see at a dog show. The Aidi Dog A Perfect Watchdog Of Moroccan origin, the Aidi dog evolved as a watchdog for herds of goats and sheep. For this reason, it has heightened senses that are very good at detecting threats and its instincts are perfectly in tune, resulting in a speedy and efficient reaction. These characteristics are also perfect for a hunting dog - so it is also very good at filling that role. Very courageous, this breed has evolved in the Morrocan mountains, protecting itself and its owners from many vicious predators like wildcats, but also from strangers. Also called the Berber (it was commonly used by Berber tribes), this breed is very similar to Pariah dogs - to which it is believed to be related. |
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What is pet insurance?Pet Insurance is a policy that covers your household pet’s (dogs, cats etc) as long as they're healthy. That means if you should have an emergency medical situation, you will only be responsible for a deductible, not the entire bill, which also means that I can make the best choices for the comfort and health of my pets.Pet insurance generally covers more than just vet bills. Some policies will also cover emergency kenneling costs, theft and travel. Providing peace of mind and emotional health for pet owners. Millions of dog and cat owners treat their pets like family members. My four dogs are members of my family. I cannot even begin to imagine the trauma and distress of trying to make a life or death decision based solely on our financial ability to pay the vet bills. Pet insurance means that I will never have to make that difficult decision. Which gives me great comfort similar to what I feel knowing my kids are looked after through my life insurance if something ever happens to me. Knowing this, when I first discovered pet insurance in the late 1990's (while browsing the internet) I jumped all over it. At that time, $25 per month to cover three cats seemed very reasonable. Today, I pay $65 for 4 dogs which is still a great bargain. Are there different levels of pet insurance? Just like the different coverages on your life insurance policy, pet insurance plans have multiple levels, which vary based on price and deductibles. Usually the higher the monthly payment, the greater the value of coverages. Different aspects of coverages you should review include Vet's Fees, Coverage for Life, Accidental Damage, Death from Illness, Death from Accident, Advertising & Reward, Theft or Straying, Third Party Liability & Legal Expenses, Boarding Kennel Fees, Holiday Cancellation Costs and Overseas Travel. When is a good time to get pet insurance? I have insured all of my pets within the first six months of life. It can sometimes be difficult to get insurance for older pets. Normally any pre-existing conditions will not be covered. That's why it is important to think about insurance as soon as financially possible. Share this article on What is pet insurance? with friends. 
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