Choughs and Canyons – 10,000 Birds

As names go, the Parque Natural Hoces del Alto Ebro y Rudrón isn’t the snappiest. It’s a spectacular area of deep gorges in Northern Spain where the Rivers Ebro and Rudrón have, over millions of years, cut their way deep into the limestone, forming a series of impressive steep-sided canyons (hoces) and gorges, with narrow, […]

Portraits of Me and the Peach Kitty

My human was taking some portraits of me around the bridge. She did get some good photos, and you’ll see them soon! But before we got too far into our session, you know who showed up! And she got some really cool portraits of the two of us together. I don’t think you need any […]

When the sea becomes a desert – 10,000 Birds

I associate different times of the year with particular birds and bird movements. In some cases, I have been following these events since childhood and they have become a part of my life. One such period has just started and will continue into September. As the climatic conditions over the Mediterranean become stable in the […]

Microchip Now: To Prevent Apocalypse Now

The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Lauren! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my two adventurous cats, Pancake and Tiller. As a veterinarian, I tell people that one of the most important things you can do for a cat, is to […]

Birding Tan Phu Forest, Vietnam (Part 1) – 10,000 Birds

Tan Phu Forest is about 2 hours North of Ho Chi Minh City, and the location of a few bird blinds set up by a Vietnamese who used to be a park ranger at Cat Tien National Park and probably learned about the economic potential of attracting foreign birders. I guess that it is easier […]

It’s Cat World Domination Day! Let’s Party!

Happy Cat World Domination Day! For the past several years, we’ve had some pretty elaborate theme parties to celebrate. But this year, I decided to keep things simple. But still festive — it is party time, after all! And I always am happy for an excuse to wear a party dress. I have a whole play […]

To bird or not to bird…

Naturally, I am thinking of Shakespeare’s play while the ferry approaches Helsingør’s Kronborg Castle (Elsinore). The sea is frothing with Great Cormorant and Herring Gull, with more than 100 birds diving into the water. What’s that? A fin, another one. There are Harbour Porpoises right next to the ferry! They are probably hunting for herring […]

Why Do Dogs Chase Cats? Myths, Possible Causes & Solutions

Dogs most often chase cats because they have a natural prey instinct, which means they will chase any smaller animal that runs. It isn’t necessarily an aggressive move, and the dog may want to play, but it can cause panic and anxiety in the cat. If it happens outside the home, the cat can get […]

Worried about your and your dog’s gut health? Read this – Dr. Dobias Natural Healing

Here’s an amazing fact: Your gut microbiome contains about 100 TRILLION microbes, more than the number of stars in the Milky Way galaxy! Your dog’s microbiome is equally complex. But what’s even more impressive is how our dogs’ microbiome affects their overall health, impacting digestion, immunity, mood, and more. One of the best ways to […]

Spotting the 4 Eagles Of Alaska

By Amelia Caldwell Amelia Caldwell, an avid bird enthusiast and the founder of Birdie Learning, has been captivated by the enchanting melodies of birdsong since childhood. This early fascination evolved into a lifelong passion for understanding avian wonders, inspiring her to create a platform dedicated to fellow bird lovers. Through Birdie Learning, Amelia shares her […]

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