Author Archive: Joy of Living
Pet Photography: Getting Great Pictures of Your Pet
Disclosure: This post affiliate links. We receive a small commission on goods purchased via these links, at no additional cost to you. I love taking pictures of my pets, J.R., April and Marty, as well as capturing images of clients when I’m with them. If you’re wanting some great pictures of your pet, but have […]
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Hiking With Dogs: Safety Tips, and Gear For Hitting Trail
Hiking with dogs can be a great bonding experience. Before hiking, you and your dog should spend time getting prepared. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. We receive a small commission on goods purchased via these links, at no additional cost to you. Before Hiking With Dogs: Are You Both In Shape? The first step […]
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Poodle: Learn More About This Best In Show Breed
In last night’s Best In Show competition at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, Siba, a Standard Poodle, was crowned the winner. Although Poodles have the appearance of being very fragile, they are anything but that! They come in three sizes: Toy, Miniature and Standard. Poodle Facts This breed is often believed to be of […]
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Pet Dental Health Month: Dogs Need Good Dental Care, Too
Did you know that February is National Pet Dental Health Month? Well, it is…and it’s time to focus on your pet’s mouth to keep his health in check! It’s not just about a sweet smile and those pearly whites! It has been noted that more than 85% of pets over the age of four have […]
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Change A Pet’s Life Day: How You Can Help
Today is Change A Pet’s Life Day. This day was established to bring focus to pet adoption, the plight of homeless pets, and inform people on ways to help. Want to help but aren’t sure what you can do? Check out these suggestions: Ideas To Change A Pet’s Life Adopt I’m a huge advocate of […]
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Pet Safe Thanksgiving Dinner: What to Serve (or not serve!) at the Pet Table!
Thanksgiving is a week from today, with lots of food and goodies…and lots of begging looks from your pets! The aspca.org website offers these tips on pet safe Thanksgiving foods. Turkey If you want to give your pet a small taste of the turkey, make sure it is boneless, skinless well-cooked white meat. Raw or undercooked […]
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It’s #RememberMEThursday: Let’s Focus on Pet Adoption
I’m a huge advocate of pet adoption. Some people believe pets waiting to be adopted are less than…….there’s something wrong with them and that’s why they are looking for a home. On this #RememberMEthursday, many of us in the blogging community are shining the light on pet adoption, and dispelling myths like the one above. […]
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Ways To Socialize Your Dog: 7 Alternatives to Dog Parks
I’ve never been a fan of dog parks. Going to dog parks is one of the ways to socialize your dog, but it can come at a high cost as we found out last week. A maltese mix, Ranger, was attacked by a larger dog at a local dog park. His injuries were so severe he […]
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Cats Catching Flies: Is Your Cat A Fly Guy?
Cats catching flies can be pretty entertaining to watch. Flies make great toys for cats, it seems. I’ve noticed whenever a fly manages to get into the house, Marty doesn’t take long catching it. In this video from Simon’s Cat, he, too, is determined to catch the fly in the house. Unfortunately, the cat encounters […]
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A Memorial: Remembering Friends We Lost in 2018
Each year, I look back on the year ending and recall friends that passed away. This year was especially tough, with five pet friends passing over the Rainbow Bridge. Some of them were long time friends, some new, but all were special in their own way. They will all be forever missed by those of […]
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