Celebrating Our Pets
Disclosure (as required by the FTC) SMARTCOOKEE is participating in the "Posts for Pets" fundraising program, with an oppotunity to inform readers about their product while helping the SPCA in Puerto Vallarta. Fee for the sponsored post goes directly to the animal sanctuary. Thank you Kelly! What is SMARTCOOKEE? The SMARTCOOKEE Company, … Continue reading SMARTCOOKEE – The Smart Choice When Buying Dog Treats
(Oscar just can't decide what hat to wear. I'm thinking the matching ones) Today is a pretty good day to celebrate, being National Dog Day happening all around the world. A good time to reflect on what it means to be a dog mom and a pet blogger, both things that I love … Continue reading Help The SPCA Make a Difference – Enjoy the Warmth of Mexico
Disclosure (As required by the FTC) This post is sponsored by Happy Lapper with 100% of the fee going to the SPCA in the "Posts for Pets" Program. Thank you Happy Lapper! No more slipping or tipping when using the Happy Lapper If you have ever spoiled your pet with … Continue reading Happy Lapper – The Frozen Dog Treat Holder ~ Giveaway
(Image source) Guest contributor: KT Cat Paws There are subtle Zen lessons we can learn about play time with a cat. Interactive playtime can bring a new appreciation for your cat, plus it is a great way to knit the family together in a way that is enjoyable and healthy for everyone. Playtime … Continue reading 5 Zen Lessons I Learned From Cat Play Time – KT Cat Paws
Okay…so maybe not totally wordless. Just can’t help myself. This is on my Bucket List – to visit the Sloth Sanctuary in Costa Rica. Many of you have probably seen this video but for those who haven’t had the pleasure, enjoy! (Be sure to have your sound up)
(Image source) Guest contributor: Nicola Reynor Congratulations on welcoming a new member into your family! Perhaps this is your first pet or first puppy. In either case, you must be really excited. You are probably looking forward to teaching your pup lots of tricks. But before you try to teach it some tricks, your … Continue reading House-Training Your Puppy: Simplified Suggestions
Guest contributor: James White (On Behalf of the Havahart Community) Just like Lisa, I’m a passionate advocate for “unwanted” pets. I think all cats and dogs are wanted once they are introduced to the right pet parents, but until then, we have to remember the millions are sitting in shelters across the country. … Continue reading Help Solve the Pet Problem: Don’t Shop, Adopt
Just this past Monday I celebrated my birthday. 51, to be exact. That's the new 41, by the way. August 11th always seems to mark the slow decline of summer days for me, with Back to School ads coming out and Fall fashions freshly hung in all of the stores. I love summer … Continue reading Random Summer Musings – Gratitude, Fun & My New Plant, Venus
Image source: Daily Gaida Even the most devoted dog lovers have to leave their beloved pooch at home every now and again: whether it's to go to work, do the grocery shopping, eat at a restaurant or attend church, there are some places that you can't take man's best friend. Luckily, there are … Continue reading “Leave a Message” – Making Your House Dog Friendly
Many of my readers know just how much I love my little Oscar, who has officially reached his senior years at the age of 13. I deeply treasure the time I have with him and I know when he leaves this world for the Rainbow Bridge, he'll forever be in my heart. My blog … Continue reading Win a Custom Oil Painting of YOUR Pet from NYC Pet Portraits