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Abby Parks
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Abby Parks has authored a fiction novel, theatrical plays, short stories, poems, and song lyrics. She's recorded two albums of her original songs, and is a multi-instrumentalist. She has managed a website for folk music and written articles on singer-songwriters, folk bands, and other things music-oriented. She's also a radio DJ for a folk music show.

As well as having been a pet parent to rabbits, birds, dogs, and cats, Abby loves seeking sightings of animals in the wild and has witnessed some more exotic ones such as Puffins in the Farne Islands, Southern Pudu on the island of Chiloe (Chile), Penguins in the wild, and countless wild animals in the Rocky Mountains (Big Horn Sheep, Mountain Goats, Moose, Elk, Marmots, Beavers).

Types of Herding Dogs

Types of Herding Dogs Picture

Humans are believed to have domesticated sheep about 7,000 years ago and cattle 10,500 years ago. Scientists believe that dogs were domesticated as early as 32,100 years ago Somewhere down… Read More

By Abby Parks 5 days ago

10 Animals That Change Color

10 Animals That Change Color Picture

The chameleon may be the world's most recognizable color-changing animal, but that doesn't mean that it's the only creature of its type on the planet. There are more than 20… Read More

By Abby Parks 2 weeks ago

Birds That Attack Humans

Birds That Attack Humans Picture

Bird attacks on humans are usually an action intended to protect territory or the young. It's rarely pure aggressive. It's not uncommon for a bird to attack because it mistakes… Read More

By Abby Parks 2 months ago

11 Types of Sharks That Went Extinct

11 Types of Sharks That Went Extinct Picture

Prehistoric waters held all kinds of fascinating creatures, including ancient sharks. These sharks typically lived for millions of years, but changes in habitat, lack of prey, and other evolutionary factors… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 months ago

Top 10 World’s Smallest Animals

Top 10 World’s Smallest Animals Picture

Key Points Measuring just 0.4 inches, Cuba's Monte Iberia eleuth is one of the world's smallest frogs. The 0.7-inch Virgin Islands dwarf gecko is the world's smallest reptile. The smallest… Read More

By Abby Parks 2 years ago

Tree Snake

Tree Snake Picture

It’s sometimes called a cat snake because of its large eyes and vertical pupils. The brown tree snake lives in the northern and eastern parts of Australia, in Papua New… Read More

By Abby Parks 2 years ago

Sable Ferret

Sable Ferret Picture

“The Sable Ferret is the most common of the pet ferrets.” Though it requires more upkeep than a dog or a cat, the sable ferret makes a great pet. It… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

Types of Jaguar Cats

Types of Jaguar Cats Picture

Key Points: There is only one species of jaguar, though scientists originally classified them into 9 subspecies. There are four specific regional types of jaguars with geographic differences only. Jaguars… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

Best Dog Booties: Updated

Best Dog Booties: Updated Picture

Key Points The #1 Best Overall dog booties are the EXPAWLORER Waterproof Dog Shoes.It's a good idea to use booties when your dog is going hiking, walking on ice or… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

Here are the Best Dog Ramps

Here are the Best Dog Ramps Picture

Key Points The #1 Best Overall dog ramp is the PetSafe Happy Ride Deluxe Telescoping Pet Ramp.Older dogs and those with mobility issues can sometimes experience difficulty climbing onto couches,… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

Check Out the Best Cat Toys

Check Out the Best Cat Toys Picture

Key Points The #1 Best Overall cat toy is the Pawzone Automatic Electric Rotating Butterfly & Ball Exercise Toy.Cat toys help to keep kittens, adult cats, and seniors entertained and… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

The Best Cat Shock Collars

The Best Cat Shock Collars Picture

Key Points: The #1 Best Overall cat shock collar is the PetSafe Pawz Away Indoor Pet Barrier.Cat shock collars can be beneficial to keep your cat away from areas they… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

Jaguarundi Cat

Jaguarundi Cat Picture

“The jaguarundi has 13 unique sounds it uses to communicate with other cats." The Jaguarundi has a nickname: the Otter Cat. This is because its head is similar in shape… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

Zebra Pleco

Zebra Pleco Picture

The most prominent feature is the zebra-like stripes covering the body. This gives it a unique look compared to other fish in the aquarium. The zebra pleco is a small… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

LaMancha Goat

LaMancha Goat Picture

LaMancha goats are full-size dairy goats with a mild temperament. Sometimes called American Lamancha or simply Lamancha, these goats are distinctive for their tiny ears. They are excellent milk producers,… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago

Cookiecutter Shark

Cookiecutter Shark Picture

Cookiecutter sharks are squaliform sharks. Squaliform sharks have two dorsal fins. Squaliform sharks usually have five to seven gill slits on their sides. They also typically do not have anal… Read More

By Abby Parks 3 years ago