Big differences How much sleep do dogs need?
How much sleep dogs need depends on various factors including age, health, activity, size, and breed. PETBOOK explains.
Manuela Bauer
Freelance Author
Manuela Bauer writes, shoots and speaks as a freelance author on topics relating to pets and wild animals. For the well-known pet show “Hundkatzemaus” on Vox, she has produced around 100 reports with presenters Diana Eichhorn and Frank Weber. But her range of topics also includes exciting docu-soaps about wild mustangs and animal welfare reports about animal testing or pigs in factory farming. She has been writing for various dog magazines since 2018 and also produces podcasts. She also works as a voice-over artist and lends her voice to Dr. Michelle Oakley for the successful series “The Yukon Vet” (running on “National Geographic” since 2014). Professionally, Manuela is fascinated by all kinds of animals, from woodlice to zebra mongooses. In her private life, her heart beats for cats and, since she became a garden owner, for snails of all kinds.
On the road at lofty heights How high can birds actually fly?
Birds, the acrobats of the air, have many amazing abilities. PETBOOK has investigated how high birds can fly.
Causes and treatment Does your dog's bottom slide across the floor? This is what's behind it
If a dog - or cat - slides across the floor with its bottom, this usually has health reasons that need to be treated.
Zoonoses Feline zoonoses: Cats can transmit these diseases to humans
Some diseases can pass from cats to humans. These are known as feline zoonoses. PETBOOK explains what these are and how to treat them.
Secured Outdoor Access How to cat-proof your balcony and keep it varied
Cats without outdoor access should have a balcony or terrace at their disposal. Read how to cat-proof your balcony and make it varied.
Acrobats on four paws How high can cats jump?
PETBOOK reveals how high cats can jump, the physical performance behind it and which cat breeds are particularly good at jumping.
Freshwater aquarium These 5 ornamental fish are suitable for beginners
There are many different species for aquariums. We explain here which ornamental fish are suitable for beginners.
Fruity snack Which fruits are dogs (not) allowed to eat?
Many fruits provide dogs with important vitamins and nutrients. But which fruits can and should dogs eat and which ones are unsuitable?
Processing in sleep What do dogs dream about?
Dogs dream just like us humans. PETBOOK reveals how often our four-legged friends dream and whether we appear in them.
Sloths are not ranked number 1 The 8 slowest animals in the world
There are true masters of deceleration in the animal world. PETBOOK presents the eight slowest and most leisurely animals.
Keeping them in a terrarium How can you provide newts a species-appropriate home?
To keep newts in a species-appropriate way, there are a few things you should keep in mind when setting up your aquarium or terrarium.
When shampoo no longer helps Tips for getting rid of stubborn dog odors
It can be difficult to remove odors from the coat of a dog after they have rolled in feces or dead carcasses. These tricks will help.
Species-appropriate housing Tips for letting rabbits move freely within the home
In order to meet their needs, owners should keep their rabbits free within the home. What they should keep in mind.
Breeding behavior Why do pet birds lay unfertilized eggs?
Many pet birds lay eggs, even when kept as pets. We explain the reason they do this and what you should bear in mind.
Life expectancy How long do horses live?
The secret to a long life is an exciting topic for biologists. What is the life expectancy of a horse, and does it differ between breeds?
More than just squeaking The different sounds of guinea pigs and what they mean
Guinea pigs make sounds in order to communicate. But what do squeaking, squealing, trilling, and chattering of teeth mean? PETBOOK explains.
Communication The different sounds and songs of budgies and what they mean
Because of the sounds they make, budgerigars are considered true vocal acrobats. PETBOOK finds out what they are saying.
Not for cuddling Why you shouldn't buy a hamster for your child
In this article, PETBOOK explains what a hamster needs and why it is not necessarily a suitable pet for children.