“…she licks the rabbits and guinea pigs, and even lets the birds perch on the bridge of her nose.”
A few weeks ago my husband, mother-in-law and I went to our local county fair here in San Diego (previously known as the “Del Mar Fair”, it was a great day!). As we were getting ready to leave I saw something that I had never seen before. It was a Pug dog wearing its service harness [...]
TRANSPARENT (GLASSWING) BUTTERFLY
It comes from Central America and is found from Mexico to Panama . It is quite common in its zone, but it’s not easy to find because of its transparent wings, which is a natural camouflage mechanism…A butterfly with transparent wings is rare and beautiful. As delicate as finely blown glass, the presence [...]
Meet Sid Korpi, an all around talented lady. She is an editor, writer, journalist, English teacher, actor, and ordained minister/animal chaplain. I came to know her because of her wonderful book “Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss“. She was inspired to write this book after the loss of her beloved Westie Ludwig.
I have written previous post [...]
I RESCUED A HUMAN TODAY
Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn’t be afraid.
As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little [...]
Kit showed up in the parking lot of my friend Laura’s office complex . She was about 1 year old when she begain to show up. Day after day she would show up, and slowly she began to trust her human friends to where they were finally able to pet her. After a few weeks, Laura could [...]
For you moms and dads that like to go the extra mile for your four legged friend, here is a recipe for Vegetable Flavored Doggie Biscuits. I’m not sure where this recipe originally came from, I received it from my sister who got it from a friend. If anyone knows for sure where it originated, please let [...]
In creating Pet n’ Vet Support Services, Josh’s goal has been to fill a void in animal health care by providing pet owners and veterinarians support in caring for older pets that may have special needs or may have advanced medical conditions requiring treatment and testing.
Taking a pet with special health needs to the veterinary [...]
Have you ever wondered how you can tell what mood your cat is in? Of course you have! I don’t think you have to be a mind reader for that. You can pretty much take a look at his face and see if he’s agitate, but your cats tale can be a tell all for what’s really [...]
“USA PHILATELIC: The Official Source For Stamp Enthusiasts”. This come directly from the United States Postal Service monthly magazine.
I just started getting this in the mail and for the last two months the cover has been about “Animal Rescue” and “Adopt a Shelter Pet”.
They are working really hard to help those pets in need and to [...]
Okay, not to be out done by his ever so cute cousin Penny, this is Bailey! Bailey is obviously a very patient and Loyal Pet and faithfully entertains another one of my nieces, Randi.
Bailey loves to play dress up, although he said he would never go Trick-or-Treating again with Randi because she took all his candy!
Bailey [...]
Meet Penny. Penny is my niece Megan’s furry friend and loyal companion. I have never been around bulldogs before but this little cutie won me over.
I was visiting during the holidays and this lovable bundle of wrinkles was front and center in everything we did. She knows not to cross the line that goes into [...]
…She looked at me and wrapped both her wings around me to where I could feel them pressing in on my back (I was engulfed in eagle wings), and she touched my nose with her beak and stared into my eyes…
It is so hard dealing with your Pet Loss under any circumstance, but it just seams to add insult to injury on the day that you have to put down your beloved pet. It’s not hard only on you, your spouse or family who is there with you, but it is not pleasant for the [...]
Dealing with the loss of a pet is always hard, but it is especially hard on children. As a parent, it may be especially hard on you feeling the hurt for your child and trying to determine how to best explain the loss.
Fortunately, there are several very good books that help you as a parent [...]
Several days ago my friend lost her loyal companion in a terrible and sudden tragedy…
Today I received a very sad phone call from my friend. She had just lost her beloved dog in a sudden terrible tragedy. My heart aches for her and I know nothing can bring back her loyal companion, but maybe there can be some comfort to help heal her families pain with the kind thought from others.
Years [...]
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In Memory of the Millions of Dogs that live scared, neglected, abused lifes and are sent to shelters because the owner they loved and depended on didn’t want them any more, and there are just not enough homes for all the dogs. Please, in [...]
It may be hard to believe but here they are, the Top Ten Items Surgically Removed from our pets…
I happen to live in beautiful San Diego where we have the privilege of the World Famous San Diego Zoo!
Recently my friend Laura and I were asked to go to the zoo with her parents. We gladly went as it was a great chance to play hookie. Have you ever noticed that no matter how [...]
This is Action Jackson, fresh from his day at the spa. He always gets a fresh new bandana after his bath. Jackson is the most important person in the family and is definately a daddy and mama’s boy. He is actually very sad in this picture (can you tell by the look on his face?) He [...]
Volunteers are needed everywhere, everyday in all aspects of life, this is a perfect way to help heal your heart…
Dogs have sharp claws, sharp teeth, and an unlimited amount of energy and curiosity. This combination can be very dangerous, especially when left unsupervised. The following are recommendations that you can take to prevent accidents and keep your pet safe around the house.
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