Human Pet Connection
Preparing Your Dog to Take a Photo with Santa
Jessie, the lovable dog with all of the holiday spirit: If you are a dedicated dog owner, chances are, you don’t miss the opportunity to take your pet out for the holidays to get a photo taken with Santa! After all, we love treats in our stockings, too! However, in an effort to make the visit […]
Continue ReadingAre Your Cats and Dogs Offended When You Call Them Pets?
I read an article in the December issue of the Your Dog newsletter that left me shaking my head. Animal ethicists have objected to calling cats and dogs that live with us “pets,” stating that the term is derogatory and belittles our relationship with four-legged residents. Instead of “pet”, the ethicists propose the term “animal […]
Continue ReadingGifts For Your Pet
Focus is on shopping, shopping and more shopping this weekend. If you’re looking for the right gift for your dog, check out this list of the Best New Products of 2011 selected by Dog Fancy Magazine: Yummy Travel Bowls. Allows you to store, transport and feed your pet without the mess. $39.99 from sleepy pod.com […]
Continue ReadingA Thanksgiving Story Starring the Family Dog
I found this story online and liked it a lot so thought I’d share……. The dining room table is set with the good china and a lovely floral centerpiece. The buffet island practically groans under the weight of all the delicious dishes that my mother-in-law, Nancy, has prepared. Mashed potatoes heaped high with a dab […]
Continue ReadingCats and Table Scraps Don’t Go Together
Jessie, the adorable dog who knows more than the cat around here: Hi! I am back on the scene. I have been laying low for awhile, but now that the holidays are in full swing, I decided to speak my mind and enjoy the results! So, in preparation for the first big feast of the […]
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The Man Behind Simon’s Cat
Here’s a short video about the latest in the Simon’s Cat book series…..
Watch VideoBo Knows Some Great Cat Quotes!
The spirit of Bo, here to deliver some timeless quotes about those amazing creatures in life called cats! It’s my day to blog! Jessie is out getting her nails done or something and Party Marty is still snoozing! Why not have a great Tuesday as we give a big shout out to all the amazing […]
Continue ReadingThe Winter Dog Olympics
Cold weather is closing in and both pets and kids will be inside a lot more. The November/December 2011 issue of The Bark magazine provided some good ideas on “events” you can set up for your dog. One idea that’s easy and fun for you and your dog is gymnastics. A gymnastics event that works […]
Continue ReadingTo All Working Dogs in the Military, I Salute You!
Party Marty here, the cool cat who has come to recognize those who have protected our freedoms on this Veterans Day: While I want to give great thanks to all those human veterans and active military personnel today for their selfless service to our country, I also want to honor the working dogs in the […]
Continue ReadingPumpkin Muffin Recipe
As I mentioned in the post a few days ago on the benefits of pumpkin, it’s a great source of fiber and nutrients for us as well as our pets. I found this recipe some time ago in the Hungry Girl Cookbook by Lisa Lillien. She calls these Yum Yum Brownie Muffins. They are really […]
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