Celebrating Our Pets
Guest writer: Lorrie Franco If pets were fur-covered pills, they would be considered miracle drugs. According to the CDC, a number of studies have shown that just petting a dog or a cat can actually lower your blood pressure, cholesterol and triglycerides levels. Even though pets can be very beneficial to a person’s … Continue reading The Paws-itive Effects of Pet Ownership for Seniors
More and more pet lovers are tapping into their creative side by using safe, pet-friendly dyes, chalk and glitter on their pets. One company that offers the tools to do so and who is very passionate about pets, is OPAWZ. OPAWZ is a Canada based company specializing in the manufacture, distribution and retail of … Continue reading Celebrate Your Pet with OPAWZ – Colors of the Rainbow
Guest Contributor: Kira Browdy, on behalf of RSPCA There can be little doubt that the UK economy is still in significant strife and has been since 2008. As people fear for their job security and whether they will be able to pay the bills, fewer people feel able to donate cash to … Continue reading Five Good Reasons to Make a Donation to the RSPCA
Okay, okay….. I know I might be crossing the line on this one but I just couldn’t help but create this photo with all of the royal baby buzz out there. (There goes my UK readers?) It’s all in fun and I know all of the dog moms out there will appreciate the … Continue reading Wordless Wednesday – My kind of Royal Baby
Oscar received some Virbac Oral Hygiene Chews from EntirelyPets.com a couple of days ago and as soon as I opened the package and gave him one, I knew he'd be on the hunt for a hiding place. There are no other dogs in the house so we're always perplexed as to why he goes … Continue reading Chew now or chew later… Enzymatic Oral Hygiene Chews from EntirelyPets.com
Guest Contributor: Lisa Fimberg, Owner www.PetPav.com If you are looking to adopt or bring home a rabbit, it is important to understand that rabbits are not much different than dogs and cats. They need a lot of care, love, attention and guidance. Think of a rabbit as a high-maintenance pet! You will need … Continue reading Rabbits Are Not that Much Different than Dogs or Cats!
(Photo credit: Kelly Andre of TurtleBug Photography) I was recently contacted by Kristin Ludwig, the proud caregiver to "Nubs", a one-legged bird born into the home of a bird hoarder. The story is so touching and what she and others are doing to make a difference to birds is so commendable. I just had … Continue reading A Handicapped Parakeet That is Making News! Introducing Nubs!
Guest Contributor: Ron Rutherford Summer is the time to get outside and there is no better outdoor companion than your dog. Don’t get stuck in an activities rut and only go on walks around the block. Enjoy the standard activities while incorporating a few new ones into your routine. There are a lot … Continue reading Summer Activites with Your Dog
It’s estimated that 15% of dog and cat owners lose their pets in the US. At Trax we believe even one lost pet is too many. The idea for Trax started to develop after I personally experienced the fear of my Jack Russell terriers running away. Not knowing if they were okay or near … Continue reading Trax GPS Tracker – Locate your pet in real-time
Congratulations to the 3 winners! Thank you to all who entered! Amy B. Hailee C Leslye B. My dog Oscar has a limited vocabulary. Simple words that he seemingly understands and perks his head up for. (He is a Bichon Frise so perhaps he only understands French. And even though I am … Continue reading GIVEAWAY! Premium Dog Treats from The KONG Company