Guinea Pigs: An Adorable Pet For the Family
The excitement of getting a new pet never leaves me. Back when I had just tropical fish, cats and dogs in the 1980s, the group of rodents known as “guinea pigs”... Read More...
Manuel Yap
The Quest To Create A Champion
What does it take to make a racing pigeon a winner? What makes a racing pigeon a champion? Ask racing fanciers, and you will get different answers. Each will ha... Read More...
A Popular Monster Fish
Arowanas became popular because of the belief that they create luck and attract wealth.
You will often find them in private business offices as well as commer... Read More...
Creating A Setup For Arowana
Tips on preparing and putting a setup to your Arowana at home.
I set up a 250 gallon tank with my own filter design. Here is my current modified setup:
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My Classic Red Tail Gold Arowana
In 1990, I got my first arowana. (I know you are smiling now, as most of you had not yet been born.) I am a true blue fish lover. I bought a silver arowana from... Read More...
The English Bulldog: Outrageously Adorable
The cartoons I watched when I was a kid are a fun memory for me. Bulldogs were often portrayed as strong protectors…or massive bullies. In one cartoon, the bull... Read More...
Is The Bullmastiff For You?
Get to know the factors that need to consider if a Bullmastiff dog is the right dog for you.
YES, IF…
You like (and can care for) massive and powerful dogs... Read More...
Pet Hobbyists as Influencers
Thank you, year 2016, Welcome 2017! I face every coming year with excitement, knowing of new things to explore in the hobby. This is the decade during which I c... Read More...
A Primer on the Outrageously Adorable English Bulldog
The writer's bulldog Thor at 18 months.
English bulldogs must be of medium size and have smooth coats. They have a massive, short-faced head, wid... Read More...
Manuel Yap
Manuel Yap is a contributor for Manila Bulletin's Animal Scene magazine.