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Iditarod 2012
The race is going as I write this. Here is a video of the race kickoff, plus some neat footage from the sled point of view….enjoy!
Watch VideoWhat If They Had Opposable Thumbs Day?
One thing that sets us apart from our pets is that we have opposable thumbs and they don’t, but what if………. Today is the day to ponder the question, What If Cats and Dogs Had Opposable Thumbs? Here are some things they might do: Give You a Thumbs Up: If your pet had thumbs, he […]
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Guest Post: House For Sale, Pets Not Included
In this post, Melinda Bartling, realtor with Keller-Williams, gives some tips on what to do with your pets when trying to sell your home. Pets can be a dilemma when selling your home. Approximately 63% of the population owns a pet, but the 37% that don’t own a pet oftentimes won’t buy a house that […]
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Hail To the Chief!
This President’s Day, I thought it would be fun to share some Presidential pet facts: John Quincy Adams’ pet of choice was silkworms. Theodore Roosevelt ‘s Bull Terrier Pete almost caused an international scandal when he ripped the pants off the French Ambassador, Jules Jusserand. Woodrow Wilson’s tobacco-chewing ram Old Ike was one of the […]
Continue ReadingYour Smile Is Blinding!
Bolt, Yorkie-Poo guest columnist: Hey! I finally had my teeth cleaned the other day. My vet strongly recommends this, especially for us smaller breeds, as we tend to have more problems with our teeth and gums. I am here to tell you from first-hand experience that it was easy and that I feel great! Now, […]
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Funny Pet Picture of the Week
In this picture, a little dog sleeps with his little dog toy…. Picture from DailyCute.net
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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. […]
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Seeing Eye Dog Day
Today is Seeing Eye Dog Day, coinciding with the 83rd anniversary of The Seeing Eye, the largest organization for training of guide dogs for the visually impaired. Twelve times a year, visitors from the US and Canada come to the Seeing Eye campus to become familiar with the program and see the benefits of a […]
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