dogs
Take Care of Your Dog’s Teeth & Save a Bundle!
Jessie, the money-conscious dog: Simple math tells you taking care of your pet’s teeth is part of the equation when it comes to good oral health care, vet bills, and other related costs. A typical cleaning of a dog’s teeth can cost $75.00 -$350.00, depending upon the difficulty of the job. The average insurance claim […]
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Cool Cats Know How to Share the Love!
The Spirit of Bo, here to disperse lots of love on this special day designed for just that: LOVE! Wow! Do I miss just being around here, purring in the sunlight, greeting my human Karen at the end of every day, and pestering that annoying dog, Jessie. However, even in spirit, I can spread the […]
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Show Us a Whole Lot of Loving!
Party Marty here, in the party mood for Valentine’s Day! Ahhh…chocolates, roses, jewelry….geez! What am I thinking….what will I do with that? Cats don’t need those things! Neither do dogs! However, if you love your pet as much as I am loved by my human, then consider spreading a bit of that Valentine Love to […]
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And the Coolest Dog Is…
Jessie, taking a break from an unseaonably warm winter’s day: Even though I would much rather be lounging in the embrace of the warm and happy sun today, I am taking a quick break to share some more amazing dog facts with you. After all, we dogs ARE amazing…even if I do say so myself. Did […]
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Keeping Coyotes At Bay
From time to time in this area, we’ve had cases of coyotes attacking small dogs. If you’ve had coyote sightings or attacks in your neighborhood, here are some tips to keep them away: If you have a fence, or are thinking of installing one, look at ones that are 6 feet or higher with a […]
Continue ReadingIs Doggie Day Care Right For Your Dog?
I sometimes receive calls from pet owners inquiring about the services we provide at Joy of Living. As caring pet owners, they’re looking for the best solution for their dog while they’re at work or on vacation. Although doggie day care is a good solution for some dogs, it isn’t the best fit for all. […]
Continue ReadingIt’s All About The Tone
Earlier today, I attended a lunch presentation entitled “It’s Not Just What You Say, It’s HOW You Say It”. The presenter, Barb Teicher of etc., an executive coaching company based in the KC area, spoke about all the aspects of communication, other than our words, that determine how effectively we communicate with others. Although the […]
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When the Cat Needs Ear Plugs!
Marty Party, the inquisitive cat with the inquiry of the day: WHY DO DOGS NEED SQUEAKY TOYS? It drives me crazy. All I want to do is rest under the window in the embrace of the warm rays from the sun, when out of nowhere comes this irritating squeaky noise. I thought I had destroyed […]
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When Mere Words Are Not Enough…
Jessie, the compassionate dog (at least when Party Marty, that darned cat, is not around!): Sometimes, a picture says way more than mere words can. I just had to post this today. I don’t know to whom credit should be given for the photo, but I trust it will be appreciated by many posting it […]
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