Monthly Archives: March 2009

Pet Bowls – Are Yours Safe?

With the recent scare over BPA’s in plastics, mom had gone through and threw out anything that was bad (except for a few things).  Luckily, she always buys stainless steel bowls for me so there was no danger there, at … Continue reading

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Support SB 250 The Pet Responsibility Act

While there are responsible breeders out there, there are many more backyard breeders or people not watching out for their pets. This results in a high number of unwanted animals and unfortunately a high kill rate in some areas of … Continue reading

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Dogs Make People Happier – It’s a Scientific Fact!

Okay.. so maybe it’s not exactly a theory yet, but there is some scientific proof now that for many dog owners, having a dog makes them happier.  Mom’s friend once asked her when was the last time she had been … Continue reading

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Senior Pets

Typically National Senior Pet month takes place in November, however I just read this article in Bark Magazine about senior dogs that it made me want to highlight them early.  I’m sure we’ll do a tribute come November as well.  … Continue reading

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A Letter From A Shelter Manager

I had read this letter a long time ago and as harsh as it sounds, it is often a reality for many shelters across the nation.  I came across it again on Ask Spike Online and thought it would be … Continue reading

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Surrendering your Pet

I had recently blogged about this particular subject before, but with increasing home foreclosures I felt a need to mention it again.  Check out the previous blog here for extra resources. Unfortunately there are some times where you have to … Continue reading

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Housebreaking Your Dog

I’ve got to tell you a story, mom had never housebroken a dog before and when she adopted her first dog from Furry Friends Rescue, she was worried she wouldn’t be able to do it (but it turned out Griffen … Continue reading

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A Clean Dog is a Happy Dog!

Well.. at least that’s what most of our humans think.  I’d beg to differ, it’s much more fun to find that smell on the ground and roll your body in it. BUT.. if your human insists on keeping you clean … Continue reading

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How Could You?

Mom came across the following essay on askspikeonline.com, it’s called “How Could You”, from Jim Willis’ book Pieces of My Heart.  She read it and had to hug and hold me tight, promising to love me forever and that she … Continue reading

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Help Furry Friends Rescue Win $10,000!

I’ve entered myself into a contest!  If I make it into the top 3 for this week (March 3-March10) then Furry Friends Rescue gets entered for a chance to win $10,000!!  Imagine all the animals we can rescue, vet, and … Continue reading

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