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Pets
like dogs, cats, rabbits, and birds help humans to live a longer
and healthier life. For the elderly they provide a new focal point
for their lives, and help to give a different meaning to their
lives. They especially help in filling voids, and keeping an active
daily lifestyle.
The
humane society of the United States provides support on these
issues.
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Almost 62 percent of American households own
pets, according to a 2002 survey by the American Pet Products
Manufacturer's Association.
Love
of cats is called Ailurophilia
Most popular name for a dog is Max
Oldest breed of American dogs is American foxhound dating back to
17th century.
The basenji breed of dog doesnt bark! |
We
are alone, absolutely alone on this chance planet: and, amid all
the forms of life that surround us, not one, excepting the
dog, has made an alliance with us.
-
Maurice Maeterlinck
A
door is what a dog is perpetually on the wrong side of.
-
Ogden Nash
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