ABOUT Rescue Paws Curaçao Rescue Paws Curaçao is a non-profit organization that stands for reducing animal suffering in Curaçao. After providing limited shelter services to a small number of dogs for a long time, we knew we wanted to do more. Although we wanted to keep providing care in a central location, we also realized […]
Tinder Dog is a money box, inspired by H.C. Andersen’s classic fairy tale “Fyrtøjet”. It is made of beech, maple, and walnut. The ears and tail are made in leather. In the fairy tale, the three dogs look after the coins in the coffins, and they are very characteristic with their steadfast posture and their […]
You often hear people say that dogs and their owners are very much alike. When you see someone walking their dog, you can sometimes be surprised at how much they resemble their dog. But do dogs and their owners really resemble each other? Several studies have shown that owners do indeed resemble their dogs. Character […]
The question of which are ‘better’, male or female dogs, is a subject that has yet to be studied scientifically. But most dog owners (lovers) have definite opinions based on their own experience. Some believe the male dog is more affectionate and easier to train, while the female dog is more aggressive and protective of […]
Leishmaniosis is a tropical disease that affects mainly dogs in Europe, Africa, Asia, and South and Central America. The “sand fly” (phlebotombus) sucks blood from a dog infected with leishmania, transforms them into infectious amastigotes and injects them into a healthy dog. Then two things can happen: 1. The dog has a good immune system […]
Puppy diarrhea can be caused by: 1. Stress Due to huge changes in a short period of time when the puppy leaves his mother and siblings and arrives into a new environment. After a couple of days the pup will settle. Make sure he drinks and eats . It is also important the pup gets […]
Where do I leave my dog on holiday? A dog hotel or pet boarding facility is the solution if you cannot leave your dog with family or friends. Of course, it is always best to stay with your dog. But there might be situations where you cannot look after your dog yourself. Fortunately, dog hotels […]
Dogs can vary enormously in size. The largest dog breeds can weigh over 80 kilograms. The largest breeds of dog include the Saint Bernard, the English Mastiff, and the Great Dane ( also known as the German Mastiff or Deutsche Dogge). The smallest dogs weigh less than 5 kilograms. Well-known examples are the Chihuahua, the […]
There are many reasons for having a dog as a pet. Here are 5 important reasons. 1. Friendship with a dog The oldest friendship between animals and humans is the friendship with a dog. When you see a some one walking down the street with a dog, you’ll notice this is a peculiar friendship: A […]
Can’t you go on holiday or travel without your pet? This requires some preparation, as not all hotels or campsites allow pets and there are different customs rules for taking your best friend with you. Below you will find seven rules for taking your pet on holiday. 1. European pet passport obligatory everywhere You can […]
