The best blues songs of all time

It is entirely a matter of taste which are the best Blues songs. However, it is possible to speculate on the most influential songs. It can be argued that blues music gained a greater awareness of the plight of African Americans, as new audiences became interested in its origins and creators. I distinctly remember him as a Muddy Waters fan; […]

Cat litter box training

Cats are clean creatures and naturally want to cover their tracks, for example by burying any messes they make, and since most cats prefer to relieve themselves with loose, grainy substances, it’s not surprising that they quickly learn to use a litter box of cat litter. But when your preferences include other favorite areas within your home, trouble begins. The […]

My French Bulldog: An Unlikely Guide Dog

I recently read Susan Orlean’s interesting biography of Rin Tin Tin (Rin Tin Tin: The Life and the Legend). After finishing the book I clearly understood why German Shepherds make good guide dogs. They were originally bred, in Germany (of course) in 1899, to reflect those qualities valued by the breed’s founder, Max Emil Friedrich von Stephanitz. Orleans quoted from […]

Greyhound ear tattoo meaning

Have you ever wondered what tattoos mean and why do greyhound ears get tattooed on you? All greyhounds that are racers must do so and be registered with the NGA (National Greyhound Association). They are usually tattooed between the ages of 2-1/2 to 3 months. Each puppy’s actual tattoo must be on a “Litter Registration” form and must be turned […]