Monday, November 8th, 2010 by Susie
People shouldn’t have to choose between feeding themselves, their kids or their pets, or giving up their pets during tough times. PETCO and the PETCO Foundation, along with help from Best Friends Animal Society, are launching the first national pet food drive in the U.S. that will last November 5-15. PETCO stores are partnering with food banks and rescue groups in their community to provide pet food and litter to pet parents in need. Hill’s Science Diet is even matching donations bag-for-bag, up to 25,000 pounds, for every bag of their cat or dog food purchased at a PETCO store and donated to the drive.
Volunteers from Best Friends will also be at 198 stores on Nov 13-14 to help with the food drive and tell people about their No More Homeless Pets campaign. To find a list of stores participating, check out www.petco.com.
Friday, October 29th, 2010 by Susie
We all know it is important to think about children and safety during Halloween, but it is just as important to be smart about our pets during the excitement. The ASPCArecommends taking some common sense precautions. For example, candy is a big no no for fluffy. Chocolate in all forms—especially dark or baking chocolate—can be [...]
Monday, October 25th, 2010 by Susie
Halloween is right around the corner. There are so many fun pet costume ideas online. It thoroughly entertained me looking at all the creative pictures. Good Housekeeping is even running a costume contest. Enter your best buddy for a chance to win the grand prize: a five-night stay for you and your family at the Vero [...]
Tuesday, October 19th, 2010 by Susie
The Sniff Hotel is a pampered dogs dream. Luxury pet accommodations at its best. The Sniff Dog Hotelis a popular Portland, Oregon pet hotel that offers high-end pet accommodations, grooming, training and daycare. Their standard room starts at $37 a night and includes an elevated fleece bed, two hour long play sessions and even a complimentary bath. Maybe [...]
Monday, October 18th, 2010 by Susie
Have you ever felt like your best buddy was smiling at you? Can dogs really smile? Well, we know animals have different ways of expressing their emotions like tail wagging and howling, but sometimes, it seems as if they have similar emotions to us. And sometimes we just want to see our pets act like us, [...]
Saturday, October 16th, 2010 by Susie
What pooches wouldn’t want to check out an event where they get free Pup-Peroni treats? I know my Beagle wouldn’t miss it. Celebrities like Mischa Barton and her cute pups checked out a nonverbal-communication event in LA sponsored by the food brand on Thursday, October 14th in Los Angeles. Dancing with the Stars’ Kym Johnson, [...]
Thursday, September 30th, 2010 by Susie
As a fellow beagle owner, this story definitely made me feel good. A little lost beagle was brought back to his family. Gil Garcia and his family were reunited with their beloved dog, Bandit, Wednesday at an animal shelter in Carlsbad and shelter officials credit the reunion with the identification microchip implanted in the dog. [...]
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010 by Susie
Who can resist dressing up your pet for Halloween? I know it’s silly, but it’s so darn cute! But before you do, keep in mind some important pet safety tips from the ASPCA during this holiday. Things like choosing the right pet costume for your dog’s personality, keeping Fido away from all the chaos of tricker treaters [...]
Monday, September 27th, 2010 by Susie
I had to share some fun pet products now available over at Crate and Barrel. They carry some new adorable items for you and your pooch. The white porcelain canisters come in clever designs made to honor the canine or feline member of your family. The jars feature themed black graphics including fire hydrants, “Woof” thought bubble, and swimming fish. [...]
Wednesday, September 22nd, 2010 by Susie
Lucy, a 4-year old mixed breed, was rescued from the streets of Puerto Rico after being paralyzed in an auto accident. She was taken in by Courtney Dunning from New Hampshire. Lucy has been using her specially made wheelchair, Walkin’ Wheels, for nearly two years and has been preparing for the climb up Mount Washington with Courtney. Lucy [...]
