Oh, our **Fallen Comrades- possibly our most beloved product. These are the buds that shook loose or fell off of the stem when trimming and packing the Sublime Buds. They might not have completed their mission but know that they are just as potent and "honorable" as the other buds that made it to the jar in tact!
They don’t quite look as impressive as the gorgeous Sublime Buds, but we pack up as much as these glass latched jars will hold and offer them for a rockin' good price!
WHERE DO I KEEP IT ONCE I GET HOME?-Shady Cat catnip will remain potent for well over two years if you follow these two easy suggestions: store it in an airtight container (like the one you purchased it in) AND keep it out of sunlight.
HOW MUCH DO I GIVE MY CAT?-Due to the incredible potency of our strain of catnip, all your kitty needs to feel that euphoric ecstasy is a tiny pinch. Just rub the catnip between your fingers a bit to release all the oils stored in the catnip. Feel free to give your cat some fun and relaxation from their neurotic and wacky thoughts 2-3 times a week. And please NEVER put catnip in their food bowl! They need to know that it is an OPTION and that they do not have to eat catnip just because they are hungry.
WHERE DO I PUT IT? DO THEY EAT IT?-You can drop the catnip on the ground and they will usually nibble it up and/or roll around in it with pure bliss. Another great way to get your cat some exercise is to add some catnip to a favorite toy!
HOW DO I USE THE CATNIP TO MAKE THEM LESS.........SHADY?-Is your cat forming some bad habits such as scratching their claws on your furniture? Well, we have an easy solution for that! Take a cat scratcher (sisal rope post or cardboard variety- some cats like to scratch vertically or some like horizontally-I just learned this too!) and put it right next to the furniture you want them to avoid. Sprinkle some catnip on the scratching post and let them know you are doing this and they will gladly jump down to the post now and ignore your furniture!
**Note: SCSC is a PROUD military family and the name is tongue-in-cheek. No disrespect meant to any fallen military and/or families, so the Shady Karens of the universe can move along to their next innocent victim. Carry on!


Cats: Gotta Love ФEm
There are dog people and cat people. I am definitely a cat person.
Randy is reconnecting with his inner cat.
I have rediscovered this fact after we lost two dogs within a month of each other; one from old age, the other from cancer.
That left us with only one pet: Raven, our half-tabby, half-Siamese cat.
I have nothing against dogs. I have been a buddy with many dogs in my life. On our Wisconsin farm, we had at least two or three all the time.
But cats--we had dozens of them.
A dairy farm generally has lots of mice…our farm had lots and lots of mice. Thus, we needed lots and lots of cats.
Cats, when left to their own devices, multiply almost as prodigiously as rabbits. So I can recall sitting among dozens of felines, from cuddly kittens to swaggering tomcats.
Cats were often my babysitters on the farm when I was a toddler. My mother would place me in the midst of a herd of cats with a bowl of milk, and she knew I would stay occupied long enough for her to get chores done.
Raven came to us one Thanksgiving morning about eight years ago. It was a cold, rainy November day.
I went to the garage to get something, and I heard the sound of an animal scurrying, cans falling, boxes being overturned.
The ruckus led me to a storage rack. Under the rack, glaring at me with feral ferocity, was the mangiest little ball of wet fur I’d ever seen.
I donned a pair of leather gloves and fished out the kitten, spitting, biting, and clawing at me in appreciation of my efforts.
My wife had apparently seen the little fellow around the neighborhood and had put food out for him. He had probably stopped by for a snack, wandered into the garage when the door was open, and got trapped there.
Thus began a relationship that continues today.
The kitten from our garage was an orphan, although we have since seen another cat in the neighborhood that bears a strong family resemblance.
After we cleaned him up, we saw that he was quite a handsome little rascal, small enough to fit in the palm of your hand, with an inquisitive little set of piercing blue eyes that watched everything around him.
He stayed skittish and fearful for several days. His life on the street had made him suspicious of everything. To this day, he is very cautious around strangers, generally choosing to hide under a bed or in a closet until visitors are gone.
But from that little wet ball of fur has grown an 18-pound companion who acts as much like a dog as a cat. He actually demonstrates the best of both.
For example, most cats won’t come when you call them. But Raven does. He patrols his territory, but no matter where he is, he comes running when we call him, even if it’s not mealtime.
But like a cat, the path he takes probably won’t be a straight line--unless he’s really hungry; he will normally take a circuitous route, zigzagging from one interesting item to another, just to let you know he’s not totally at your beck and call.
He also likes to hang around his people, like a dog. When I am working at my desk, he jumps up on it and plops his considerable length right where I’m working. When I try to retrieve something like a pen or piece of paper from the desktop, he swats at me playfully. When I get coffee, he comes with, then follows me back and plops down again.
Cats are self-cleaning, too. We trained Raven when he was a kitten to use the pet door to do his business so we don’t even have that stinky litter box in the house.
The Siamese in him produces quite a conversationalist, too. He talks and jabbers, trying to tell us in cat language how his day is going. I have learned his language, and can now have pretty intelligible discussions with him.
His tail is of particular interest. It is a living thing, not always under his control. It is longer than most cat tails, and stronger. When he whips it around, it can topple half-full soda cans.
He has learned to live with his tail now, but when he was young, he and his tail had a pretty unruly relationship. He would spend hours chasing it, or just watching it as it flitted around behind him, curling and bouncing all on its own.
He would stalk his own tail, watching it closely as it danced around, then suddenly attacking it, only to have it pull away, leaving him with this “Where did it go?” look on his face.
Raven got along well with our two dogs--Leia, a chocolate lab/setter, and Bandit, a peek-a-poo--and misses them like we do.
He used to pester them both, flitting that tail in their faces; Leia would tolerate it, just walking away patiently as the cat tried to brush up against her; Bandit was not as tolerant and would often chase Raven out the pet door. Raven was bigger than Bandit and could have easily defended himself, but he always played the game.
Raven will now often come in from outside and issue a plaintive yowl, a drawn-out and deep-throated call that is a bit sad and guttural. We think he’s calling his dog buddies.
We understand his sadness, but it’s just us humans here now, so we try to give him some play time when he does it, to take his mind off it.
I think I’ve reconnected with my inner cat, because I’ve been able to give Raven more attention, and it brings back those memories from the farm. I always felt safe and loved when I was surrounded by all those cats.
Dogs are cool; cats rule. What do you think?
Do you have a pet story to share? Maybe you have a different pet other than a dog or cat that PRB readers would love to hear about; anybody own a skunk? I’ve heard they make great pets.
Randy Gaddo, a retired Marine who also served for 15 years in municipal parks and recreation, is now a full-time photojournalist who lives in Peachtree City, Ga.; he can be reached at (678) 350-8642 or email firstname.lastname@example.org.


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Dave Barry had a dog named Earnest. The name would clearly fit this dog. Very nice photo.
Wonder how you got the dog to stand up like that! Good framing, like the boat name in the shot 🙂
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All You Need to Know When Hiring a Veterinary
If you have always desired to keep pets, this is the platform that will help you to maintain their good health. There are times that your pets may fail to eat or have various conditions and you may be wondering where to start. Today, there are advancements in technology, and you will benefit with help from the right service providers, ensure that you get to know the right one that you need to consider. Investigate the importance of hiring the right veterinary in town today. You will be issued with professional strategies, and this will make your pets to have good health. In case you have a sick pet at home do not worry as communicating at the right time will ensure that you save a life.
There are times that you may realize that your pet is having issues and calling the veterinary would be the best option. In such a situation, you would be needed to call your caregiver as fast as possible to avoid losing your pet, punctuality as a basic need when calling an expert is very important. You need to ensure that the veterinary that you are working with can offer you urgent help, and this will make you keep your pets healthy through their lifetime.
knowledge is essential in a veterinary now that he/she will be dealing with pets with varying ailments. there is no way you should expect a professional and knowledgeable vet to keep consulting from other experts on the health of your pet. If you do need the best experience, then it is essential that you consider a vet who would be competent in times of emergency when your pet is ill. In that case, always look or a vet who has sufficient experience in this field because it means that you will get the best for your pet. An experience of more than five decades is essential.
In case you want to consult your vet, you should be in a position to do that. It does not have to be physical but you could contact him or her over the phone. If you can reach to the vet by contacting him/her, then it would be helpful since you can help you determine your pet and the symptoms it could be having. You would like to save the money you could have used if you visited for consultation as well as time wasted. Now that everything can be prescribed and ordered through the phone, you will save a lot. You need to select a qualified vet who offers high-quality services to your pet, and that is when you become comfortable knowing you left your pet on hands of a responsible person.


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Dogs that have a chance to socialize in a casual environment without owners almost always will get along with other dogs. We facilitate this process. We are very experienced with dogs in a free play setting that encourages positive social interactions. Our staff are the "alphas" and no aggressive behavior is tolerated. We can firmly show most dogs what behaviors are not ok. Dogs have so much FUN WITH OUR ROUTINE!
WE LOVE YOUR DOG. Our goal is to provide them a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere while you are away. Included in our rates are all the healthy food and extras your dog will need.
Our BUNKHOUSE offers a place for rest in a private area for each dog, and climate controlled, for some cool or warm relaxing down time. In bad weather we situate our dogs comfortably in the bunkhouse, where they do not hear storms or traffic. We do ask that your dog arrive with a collar and leash for easy handling. We have soft blankets that we put on soft vinyl covered wood floors. You can leave your dog's bed home but if you want a special blanket for bed time it's ok. With low stress fun in the country, lots of activity and fresh air your dog will be vacationing better than you!
The hub of activity for the dogs at the Doggie Dude Ranch happen at the Bunkhouse where they relax and sleep. The play space at the Ranch resides on acre fully fenced with our Bunkhouse in between the two one-half acre play areas. Our free play environment allows dogs an at-home feel with no stress. No cars, just deer playing in the adjacent fields and a chance to go and explore. All dogs get the opportunity for fun engaging walks twice a day for 25-30 mins each time they go out.
The size and temperament of dogs determines which Bunkhouse they reside during their stay at the Ranch. So every dog has full freedom to romp and play or hang out in the Ranch yards where they can cool off in the shade or play in our pools.
We give the dogs a private, comfy bunk area, as home base for relaxing, eating and sleeping. Music plays continually throughout the day and night to create a safe space for all dogs, especially those scared of storms.
Bedding and Food:
You may bring your dog’s food, or not; a bed (plush fluffy beds discouraged.) Our staff gives each dog their own blanket when they arrive. In addition they are also fed a high-quality kibble daily. If your dog has a special diet we are always happy to feed them the food you bring at no additional charge or you may choose having the Ranch feed a grain-free kibble daily for an additional fee.


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Laci is a 10 month old spayed female. She is believed to be a Border Collie mix. I think she's mixed with Labrador Retriever. She loves water, and to be cuddled. I have had her since she was 6 weeks old, so this is literally breaking my heart into a million pieces! She HAS to be a ONLY pet! No other dogs, or cats! She is great with children, but is hyper, so I don't recommend having her around ...
Sig is a male, fullgrown American Pit bull mixture. He's very loving and wonderful. He is not fond of other animals, but loves to snuggle and give kisses to people. He is a great walker on the leash, knows some basic commands such as sit and he takes treats nicely. Call to meet this attractive boy!
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High cost of rabies control
Rabies has affected many animals in Sri Lanka during the past six
months and the total number of animals found positive for rabies is 205.
The majority (172) of them were dogs and there were 28 cats among
them, Healthcare and Nutrition Ministry sources said.
A cow, a pig, a goat, a fox and a polecat were also found to be
infected. The number of people affected by rabies during the past six
months is 28.
Rabies vaccination program. ANCL Library photo
In 2008 there were 51 rabies victims in Sri Lanka. The number of dog
bites reported from Sri Lanka per day is 2000 and one injection (Human
Immiuno Golbine) used to treat a patient with dog bite costs the
Ministry Rs.39,000. The Ministry spends Rs.500 million per year only for
dog bite treatment.
According to the spokesman the Treasury allocated Rs.100 million for
the ministry’s rabies control program in 2008 and this year the amount
has been increased up to Rs.200 million. The Ministry spends Rs.5000 to
sterilize one dog.
In 2008 the number of dogs vaccinated was 208,691 and during the past
six months 299,572 dogs have been vaccinated.
270,286 domestic dogs and 29,249 stray dogs were among them.
Officials have been asked to complete vaccination and sterilize all
dogs in one area/province and move to another province in order to cover
the entire dog population.
At the moment the program covers parts of different areas. It has
been found that majority of dog owners do not sterilize their dogs
increasing the dog population.


Following are pictures from a local event that our sanctuary tabled at. I spent little time at our table, because I had to go schmooze with all the dogs available for adoption at the event!
I came *this* close to adopting this dog. THIS CLOSE. Lacy is a year-old pit bull who is the calmest, most docile pit bull I have met. She crawled into my lap, rested her head on my shoulder and "hugged" me. The whole time, her tail was gently swaying, and she was just mushy love in my arms. I asked about her, and her foster mom told me that she is aggressive towards other females. Normally, I would not have even considered a female pit bull for me and Mina, but if there is ever one like Lacy who is non dog aggro towards females, I'll snatch her up in a heartbeat. Even though she is dog aggro - she is incredibly well-mannered, ignores the other dogs, and is not a lunging, frothing dorkwad at the end of the leash.
I am hoping she gets a wonderful home, as is my hope for all the dogs up for adoption. :)
Lacy, mush head, sleepy-eyed love.
This is crazy Gavi up for adoption too. She's a little over a year old, has no leash manners, loves other dogs and is pretty darn fond of people.
I cannot remember her name, but her facy was way too fun to moosh around. Which I did. Extensively. And she took it like a champ.
Then she schmoozed with my camera.
Weimie Rescue was there with some great dogs.
Weimie Rescue also brought a pug...who worked the camera.
Tucker, the collie.
This is Bo, a Schipperke - it used to be common practice to immediately kill all the white Schips b/c it was an undesirable color.
This is Bo's "sister", Gretchen - a super photogenic Schip.
This was the only decent pic of Zeus, a cane corso I got. It annoyed me that this guy showed up with his intact Cane, brandishing his "business card" depicting puppies available for purchase. When I mentioned I had a pit bull, he immediately gave me a card telling me all about the Cane puppies they have. I returned it, smiled and said "Sorry, I only adopt".
Greyhounds are LOVE.
And so are their tongues!
Sighthounds are the best panters. They go ALL OUT when panting. This pup is a therapy dog.
Perdy BC - agility and therapy dog.
A cute lab w/ impeccable manners.
Short dog with perdy ears and face.
Woe is short dog. Woe.
This is Bobby McGee- he's a Cairn terrier. He was miffed I kept taking pictures of the Boston Terriers (below), and kept nudging me. After I took a few of his pictures, he immediately ran off to go drink some water. :)
Boston's ARE LOVE.
Princess Angel King Charles Spaniel Dog.
NorSled was there with a couple carting dogs.
She was super photogenic.
OKAY. Now begins the semi-rant. They also had the Vacaville's police dog come to the event.I will be honest right now, police dogs make me wary and nervous. I have been around several, and none have been *in my opinion* behaviorally sound dogs. Just petting them can become a life-threatening challenge. The ones I have met have also been notoriously dog aggressive, often lunging and snarling at other dogs. People may claim "but they're working dogs, it's okay for them to be schizy" - uh-huh, since most of these dogs LIVE with people, with families, I'm not buying that ploy.
This police dog would not listen to the out command. She would not let go of the sleeve. This is not the kind of animal I want parolling the streets.
This is the dog, and the handler is desperately trying to get the dog to let go of the sleeve. The dog was far too intense, neurotic and unapproachable, for my tastes. He had to choke/hang the dog, scruff the dog, then yell the out command several times before the dog reluctantly released the sleeve. I don't mind an intense working dog, but I do not care for a working dog who has no "off" switch, who cannot "intensely" lie down in a stay while a woman with a sleeve walks by...most of all, I do not care for that type of dog being a police dog.
Then, I met Argus.
Argus is one of the most handsome GSDs I have met. He is a Sch. dog, and I talked with his owner a bit about Sch and police work. Argus is incredibly well-behaved, appropriately intense, but VERY approachable. He can do what police dogs do, but he knows how to release, isn't nueortically intense when it comes to work, and is a well-rounded dog. If Argus was emblematic of all police dogs - wowsers, that would be fantabulous. As it stands, I pray for anyone's body parts unlucky enough to get in the way of our city's police canine.
Another one of Argus.


Trinette had been fostering Sugar Pie and getting her out for walks and helping her transition. We were hoping for the right adopter for Sugar Pie, who likes activity and prefers females. Kathy showed interest and quickly proved to be a great fit. Trinette is very happy and Kathy is ecstatic to welcome Sugar home. Sugar is a cuddling fiend and Kathy is eating it up. Kathy also has a 5 year old Golden Retriever who is happy to have a sibling. Congratulations Kathy and Sugar Pie.
His adopter, Andrea, took him to his oncology visit and absolutely fell in love with him. James is now in his forever home and is basking in all the love and attention he receives. Congratulations James, you truly deserve this happy tails. Lottie is happily living in her forever home with Nancy in San Juan Bautista. Lottie said goodbye to her loving foster parents, Crystal and Felipe, but joins an excellent Pug loving home.
Lottie is a senior lady that is as sturdy as they come. She has lost most of her hearing and vision while her pesky back legs occasionally give, and yet she never slows down. She maps out areas quickly and finds new laps to enjoy. She is a character and is endlessly entertaining. Congratulations Lottie on finding the right home for you. Marvin, a mix about 6 years old and 15 pounds, was originally found roaming the streets of Marina.
A very smart, energetic little guy, he is most comfortable as a pack member. Fortunately, Marvin was fostered by Lisa of Santa Cruz for 3 months. Despite her resolve to resist, Lisa became attached to "the little weasel" and Marvin has become a permanent part of Lisa's "foster failure pack. Lab mix Gus has been adopted by Audrey and Ian of Seaside.
Gus is a 7 year-old, 83 pound boy on his second adoption. His first adopter passed away and his wife went into a nursing home. Veteran adopters Audrey and Ian are thrilled with Gus and their cat showed approval with a head butt. Happy Tails for Gus in his new, loving home! Angela and husband Kevin of Marina have adopted Little Bit. They fell in love with her while fostering. She joined the team and met Little Bit. It was love at first sight and she was excited to bring her home.
Angela did mention that once a dog enters her home, she probably won't be able to let them go.
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Well, it came true. Little Bit has found her forever home with Angela and Kevin, and you know, everyone is ok with that. It is the perfect fit. Mickey is a tiny 7 pound, 13 year-old Chi mix cutie. She had been shuffled about in her latter years but remained undaunted. She's a precious little gal, who steals your heart with her quiet charm and sweet eyes that ask you to love her. This little lady now has her forever home in Aptos with Alexandra.
Happy Tails for Mickey and Alexandra! Winston is now living in Tulare with Candy. She was looking for a Miniature Pinscher and ran across Winston on Petfinder. Then she saw his video and fell in love. Candy said "He seems to like it here and is super comfortable with me. The greatest joy has been just having him by my side. I find that we'll need each other, just as much he needs me right now. I took him to my dad's yesterday and he just fell in love with him.
Winston is seriously the sweetest, kindest soul. I feel so lucky to get to care for him. Thank you again for everything.
I can't express how appreciative I am of Peace of Mind. You guys are actual angels. Yuki, our broken jawed, little white and fluffy dog, has been adopted. Yuki had a jaw implant to help heal her jaw. Since being removed, she is visibly more comfortable. Brenda of Carmel has adopted Yuki. Brenda is excited to bring her home and is extremely grateful to JD and Fran, who fostered Yuki, Marji who completed her home check and gave her helpful information, and of course all of POMDR.
She is now calling Yuki, who never responded to the name, Sadie. Benjamin is an 8 year-old, 14 pound Havanese mix.
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Having come from the Salinas Animal Shelter, his friendly nature with both people and animals , adorable personality and intelligence assured a happy home for Benjamin. He found it in Pacific Grove with Anne and her daughter Emily. Benjamin now looks forward to frequent walks on the beach and in the park. Happy Tails Benjamin, Anne and Emily! Little Frank has a forever home with Karen and Andrew.
While fostering Frank, they decided that he is a perfect fit in their home.
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We are all so happy for Frank and couldn't ask for a better home for him. Frank will strut his long, elegant caramel colored coat in Pacific Grove. If one visits Karen and Andrew, just look for the most comfy spot and you'll find Frank. When scheduling a photoshoot for Ava, Cori realized that she should adopt Ava. Cori loves the idea of fostering but thought this little nugget worked so well in her home.
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Ava's home is in Salinas and she is a happy, healthy girl. Though smaller than dogs that Cori is used to caring for, she is impressed with the big personality and confidence that Ava displays. Ava officially has her happy family. Balboa has been adopted by Boston Terrier lovers.
Libby is now called Maggie, while Balboa is named Kevin. This happy family went camping and captured this picture after of Kevin and his new pack. Thanks for all you and your organization do to help these wonderful creatures. Alexander has been adopted by Alison! Alison lost her 18 year old Tibetan Spaniel, Duncan, and never thought she would adopt again. Our volunteer, Marji and friends urged her to bring another canine into her life and Alison decided to entertain the idea. She went and met Alexander and Benjamin.
She was understandably keen on Benjamin, but felt Alexander needed her more. Alex has warmed right up to Alison and they have connected. Alison is very happy and Alex has a great home with her in Carmel. Thank you to all who made this great union! Debbie is in love with Fluffin! Debbie could barely breathe after her Daisy Mae passed away.
She wanted to give herself time to find the perfect dog and told her husband it would likely be 3 months.
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At a cellular level inside the body, histamine release is the main reason why a puppy itches but sometimes simply the annoyance of a reoccurring insect bite can also cause a puppy to scratch itself.
If you don't see any obvious parasites on your puppy then a veterinarian can help you aid in finding the reason for the itching. Sometimes simply tests need to be performed to find skin or ear parasites and other times a discussion about nutrition and environment will discover the underlying reason for the itching. For allergy concerns, there are blood, saliva, and skin tests available to help discover whether or not a puppy is allergic to something but they are not very accurate.
Ruling out a specific thing in a diet or household, such as a certain meat protein or feather pillows, is usually the best to determine what a puppy is allergic to. If the reason for the itching is due to a parasite, medications will be prescribed to kill off the intruders. Other medications such as antibiotics, steroids, and anti-inflammatories may also be needed to help soothe a puppy's symptoms or treat an infection.
Many are related to hormonal problems and they can be difficult to diagnose. Some drugs , like one used to treat malaria , cause a painful all-over itch. The methods used to treat a rabbit's itching and scratching depend on the cause. Cats scratch things for several reasons, including: To stretch. Much easier? The most familiar of these healing states is daydreaming.
Sometimes adding in a supplement to improve the skin condition, changing the diet, or avoiding allergens is needed to treat the reasons for itching that aren't due to parasites. Using regular preventative medications to kill off fleas, mange, ear mites, and other parasites will help keep your puppy from scratching due to an infestation.
If parasites are already under control then Omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil along with probiotics are good supplements to add into a puppy's diet to help keep their skin healthy and itch-free.
Fleas - Puppies can get fleas very easily. Fleas can jump from the grass or other outside surface and onto a puppy as well as off of one dog onto another. They rapidly reproduce and feed off of puppies by biting them, which is very irritating. Some drugs , like one used to treat malaria , cause a painful all-over itch.
It can lead to skin wounds, infections, and scarring. It can also make you anxious and stressed.
Instead, rub, pat, tap, or tightly hold the itchy area. You can also gently pinch your skin.
Take care of your skin. Dry skin will make itching worse. Use a gentle, scent-free hydrating cleanser, and stay away from perfumed products.
Apply lotion. At least once a day, use moisturizing cream to soothe your itchy skin. Your doctor may suggest something that has menthol or calamine in it to cool your skin. Ask your doctor. If a cat is showing other signs of stress , like inappropriate elimination, scratching inappropriate household items, hiding, or clingy or aggressive behavior, stress might be the culprit.
Drink lots of fluids to stay hydrated. Use a humidifier. If you start scratching and find a rash, it's likely the problem is in your skin. It can happen. When you've got itchy skin, your first instinct is likely to scratch -- a lot. It helps to keep your nails short so you're less likely to break your skin if.
Ear conditions like ear mites and ear infections can cause a cat to scratch their ears and around their heads excessively with their back claws. They may also hold their ears or even their whole head at a funny angle. Pain, usually from arthritis or a urinary tract infection, can cause a cat to focus on licking one area of the body—the part that hurts—to help it feel better.
Again, these cats don't usually scratch in addition to the licking and may show other signs related to the painful condition as well, such as limping or inappropriate urination. If your cat is licking areas of the body to the point of baldness or causing redness on their own skin or if he is scratching excessively with his back claws, make an appointment with the veterinarian right away.
Your vet will take a complete history from you of what you noticed and when and might ask some questions about diet changes, parasite control, and exposure to other cats. Then, the doctor will do a thorough physical exam. Once that's done, he or she might recommend some testing to narrow down the problem. Those tests might include:. Once a diagnosis is made, your vet will prescribe medications to help with the itchiness, treat any secondary infections caused by the over-licking and scratching, and make a plan to manage the primary cause.
You might be applying topical ointment, giving oral medication, using special shampoo, or your vet might give some injections.


26'' W x 26'' H x 18"
weight - approx. 25lbs
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The Single Cat Hut is a specially designed pet
station configured specifically to meet the most basic needs of a cat. The Cat Hut boasts an ample, covered shelter providing a
cozy sleeping area for the cat, as well as a scratching post and a
colorful toy pole. The Cat Hut provides your pet a
convenient location in which to eat, sleep, play and lounge. The Single
Cat Hut is no longer than your living room coffee table,
with an oval shaped base platform measuring
approximately four feet in length and two to three feet in height.
Designed to provide optimal comfort, this platform would be covered in
lush, soft carpeting, which could be easily vacuumed for routine
maintenance. The carpet, food bowls, toys, and scratching pole can all
be replaced once they have been worn from use by your cat.


5 Plants for Cats – Make Cats Crazy in Your Sacramento Landscape
Are you someone that really loves cats? While most people decorate their landscape for themselves, cat lovers – especially those that have outdoor cats – may want to create a landscape design that is cat-centric, with a cat-friendly landscape that is certain to make all of your furry pets satisfied.
Scratch posts are going to be a big part of a cat friendly landscape, as will shade areas. But of course, with cats, it’s the plants that are going to make the most difference, and luckily there are several fun plants that you can put around your yard to keep your cats happy:
- Catnip – The most well known of the cat-friendly plants, catnip drives cats wild and is a safe plant for them to chew on.
- Cat Grass – Cats love it and it’s filled with important nutrients, making it a great choice for cats to eat. Cat grass isn’t something you normally find replacing turf, but as an addition to a garden or in a planter it can make your cats incredibly happy.
- Mint – Mind is a great herb to grow in the garden and a delicious choice for your cats. Cats love to gnaw on mind, and if you keep a little bit away from your cats you can use it as a garnish in your own foods as well.
- Valerian – While it’s most well known as an herbal supplement for sleep and anxiety, it is also a flavorful herb for cats. It’s also a mild stimulant, and some report seeing some humorous and fun behaviors from their cats after they eat it.
- Lemongrass – Finally, there is lemongrass. Lemongrass is also a mild insect repellant, but it is better known for its pleasant smell. Cats love lemongrass, and as long as it’s placed in the right spots under the supervision of your landscaper, lemongrass can add to the beauty of a landscape design as well.
Planting for cats is a great way to make sure your cats are always happy. Even if you have indoor cats, you can pick leaves from these plants at any time and bring them to your cats to enjoy. The one downside of having this many cat friendly plants is that it’s not uncommon for them to attract stray cats as well, but for those that don’t mind a few cats in their backyard enjoying their landscape, these plants are a great way to create a cat friendly landscape design.


A Brief History of
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Advantages of Getting a Sugar Glider as a Pet / Benefits of Getting a Sugar Glider as a Pet / Reasons Why You Should Get a Sugar Glider as a Pet
A Sugar Glider is a pouched mammal in the same category as a Kangaroo or Koala Bear. A fully grown Sugar Glider is no bigger than your palm and would normally travel in your pocket or on your shoulder. It gets its name from its habit of eating only sweet fruits as well as the gliding membrane that extends from its wrist to foot like some squirrels allowing it to glide over short distances. Over the past fifteen years, Sugar Gliders have gained popularity as wonderful pets. So, what qualifies them as the best pets?
First, it does not cost much to take care of one. Except from the buying price, the money you spend on them is very little since they are tiny animals whose diet normally consists of fruits and vegetables. These are foods you would normally have in the house already without breaking into a cold sweat. An apple slice, cabbage leaf or a carrot slice can constitute a meal quite easily Pelleted Sugar Glider food is affordable and an easy source of protein and vitamins as opposed to animal-based sources that may give your pet a funky smell. The other only expense would be buying it a cage which once bought will serve many years. You won’t have to spend on trips to the vet as Sugar Gliders have no known illnesses and therefore do not need vaccination or regular treatment expenses.
Sugar Gliders are also very clean pets and you don’t have to spend any time fixing messes they are responsible for. Though the Sugar Glider may resemble hamsters and mice due its small size, it is NOT a rodent and does not leave a trail of dirt and destruction in its wake. The Sugar Glider is akin to a house cat in terms of good grooming and cleanliness.
Lastly, a Sugar Glider is a very smart animal that is easily trained to do tricks just like a dog. The Sugar Glider is a social creature and will bond to you within the twelfth to fifteenth week of its life just as it would its colony in the wild. It lives up to fifteen years and is therefore a suitable family pet. They bond well with other pets within the home given a short period of training. This is due to the fact they do not have the scent of an animal that cats and dogs would consider as edible but is instead is a Metatheria animal Everything put into consideration, the Sugar Glider will mesh extremely well with your family and pets.


An unusual pet food case filed this summer in the District Court of Colorado has a pet food manufacturer as the plaintiff rather than a defendant. Lystn, LLC v. FDA, No. 1:19CV01943 (D. Colo. July 5, 2019).
There have been numerous reports of lawsuits involving allegedly contaminated pet food filed against pet food manufacturers or distributors by pet owners claiming that they were deceived by pet food labels and suffered harm either as a result of paying a premium for the food or because their pets were sickened by the food. In contrast, on July 5, 2019, a raw pet food company, Lystn, LLC, brought a civil action against the FDA seeking declaratory and injunctive relief. The complaint challenges the FDA’s ability to enforce what Lystn characterizes as “a nationwide zero-tolerance standard for Salmonella presence in pet food that is unsupported by science and ultra vires of powers properly delegated to it by Congress.”


Orange Dog online store is a Dog Shop for Accessories & Gifts. If you have dog pets, please check out the Orange Dog online store. Take a look at the cute dog vests. Most of the items are orange because orange is the official color of the dog rescue.
I don't see many dogs wandering about my neighborhood, but I often wondered. Since there have to be many dog owners who have lost their jobs and can not afford to care for their dogs or pets anymore. Where do these dogs go?
Well, the answer has landed on my computer today when I found out about the Orange Dog online store. The Orange Dog online store is a charity that rescues dogs from California that cannot be cared for or sold because of the recession. This charity funds the flights to bring the dogs to Canada so that they can be sold to new owners.
The flights are call “Freedom Flights”, and it basically transfers the dogs that are not sold in California to other places like Canada. On February 11, 2011, 60 California dogs are being flown to Edmonton Humane Society...click the link to read more about this Newshound.
I am happy to know about this charity as it is a very humane thing to do. It also takes a lot of time and effort to raise money, and to coordinate all these flights as well as the places where these dogs might be able to find new homes.
Thanks for stopping by today.
Orange Dog Rescues Pups to New Homes


OFF LEASH K9 MONTGOMERY
- 445 Dexter Ave., Suite 4050
- Montgomery , AL 36104
- (334) 523-9050
Off Leash K9 Training, Montgomery is proud to be the Top Dog Trainers in Alabama! We specialize in private lessons, dog behavior consultations, and teaching the owners to understand why their dogs do the things they do. This helps create a strong bond between the owner and dog and without the restriction of a leash.
OFF LEASH K9 MONTGOMERY can be found at 445 Dexter Ave., Suite 4050 . The following is offered: Dog Boarding, Dog Behavior Training - In Montgomery there are 3 other Dog Boarding. An overview can be found here.
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All In Limousine is a family-owned and operated "Las Vegas" inspired limousine service serving the greater Northeast Ohio area.
After spending the last 25 years in Las Vegas, NV, we decided to return back to our hometown of Cleveland, Ohio to spend time with our family and enjoy all that Northeast Ohio has to offer. And we look forward to bringing a little bit of Vegas back home to you, our future guests.
All In has partnered with Paula's Pet Taxi, your local pet taxi and at home pet check-in service, to cater to your pets while you are away or if you would like your furry friends to come alongside for the ride!
We look forward to the opportunity of serving you in the near future!
We are in the process of tricking out a Mercedes Benz 14 passenger Sprinter Van and are sparing no expense in ensuring our guests will enjoy the ultimate Vegas style limousine experience with high tech acoustics using blue tooth to rock your jam, TV, comfortable custom wrap-around seating, spacious ice bin and more with an in-sync light show worthy of the Las Vegas Strip!
We can build a customized package for
any event or occasion !
All In has partnered with Paula's Pet Taxi, your local pet taxi and at home pet check-in service, to cater to your pets while you are away or if you would like your furry friends to come along for your special event booked through All In Limousine!
Pet sitters take care of our most treasured furry friends and help ease the stress and discomfort that comes with a disrupted schedule while you are away. They’ll still miss you, but having someone available for belly rubs, food, and fetch that you can trust makes all the difference!
Paula has been one of my best friends since high school and always has had a love for all animals! She has 35 years of hands-on experience working with all types of animals big and small, and has studied animal care and veterinary assistance classes, in addition to volunteering at many local animal shelters and foster pet programs. Paul owns her own dogs, cats, and semi-aquatic reptiles so she is well versed with a variety of household pets and has also volunteered at Lake Metroparks Farmpark where she's gained experience working around dairy cows and horses too!
Paula will provide an initial "meet and greet" at no charge and with no obligation. There are no breed bans of any sort with Paula. All sizes, colors, genders, breeds of canines welcome! Even feline & other species of passengers are welcome!
Paula's Pet Taxi
Availability: Saturdays / Sunday's and most Holidays
Weekdays (Evenings only – after 5:00 P.M.)
North Royalton, OH


Vectra 3D repels by creating a ‘hot foot’ reaction. Fleas, ticks and other parasites come into contact with your dog’s coat or skin, and become exposed to Vectra 3D. They retreat back up hair shafts without biting, and soon die. Mosquitoes sense the active ingredients of Vectra 3D, and 80% of the time, avoid dogs without landing.
Vectra 3D is used on dogs to treat and prevent flea and tick infestations and to repel sand flies, mosquitoes and stable flies. Its actions last for up to a month, and it prevents fleas from hatching and developing for two months. It may also be used as part of a treatment strategy for flea allergy dermatitis (an allergic reaction to flea bites). Do not use on cats. Due to their unique physiology and inability to metabolise permethrin, this veterinary medicinal product must not be used on cats. If applied to a cat, or ingested by a cat that actively grooms a recently treated dog, this veterinary medicinal product may have serious harmful effects.
Your order will be dispatched via priority airmail. You should receive your parcel within 8-14 days, if by any chance you have not received your order by at least 3 weeks, please contact us at firstname.lastname@example.org Your order is being sent using the Global Mail Network, the final delivery will be made by USPS. You will receive an email with your tracking number within 36 hours of your order being sent out.
Your order will be dispatched via priority airmail. You should receive your parcel within 3-5 business days, if by any chance you have not received your order by at least 10 days, please contact us at email@example.com Your order is being sent using the Global Mail Network, the final delivery will be made by USPS. You will receive another email with your tracking number within 36 hours.
All products are genuine, labelled in English and have the longest expiry dates currently available with most having at least a year or two before expiry.
Our pet medications and other pet products are sourced from multiple locations including Australia, Europe, South Africa and the United States to bring you great savings.
All of our products are branded items and identical in composition to the US labelled product, they are also still made in the same location as the US labelled products, we do not stock any generic items.
When you know and love a brand of flea, tick or worming product, it’s important to get what you expected. This is our promise to you.
Our preferred method of communication is via email. All emails will be answered within 24 hours. Our contact email address is firstname.lastname@example.org
Please include your order id number if inquiring about a order.
Communication via email is so we can keep costs to a minimum so we can offer you the best value on the net.


Friday, February 10, 2012
meet and greet
Meet our new dog! We adopted her from the Humane Shelter yesterday, and she's already keeping us very busy. She is a 2-year-old black lab who loves to fetch. Right now she specializes in tennis balls, but we'll see about adding discs to her repertoire. But first, we'll spend the next few weeks getting in the rhythm of walkings and feedings and poopings, and before long she'll be all settled and used to us as well!
Our dog came with the name Claire, but we're working on learning her personality so we can find a name we like a little better. Any suggestions? I want something either Ultimate, beer, or Japanese-related, but we're leaning away from people names and toward a maximum of two syllables. Sam says I'm making it too complicated. His suggestion: Mildred, shortened to Millie. I have a day or two to find an alternative, or Millie it is. (I make exceptions for older, less popular people names.)


Dogs perform many roles for people, such as hunting, herding, pulling loads, protection, assisting police and military, companionship, and assisting individuals with disabilities or groups of people in educational and healthcare settings.
Web team dogs
The Academic Health Center web team includes several canine companions. Though they do not come into the office, they are an important part of our work. Photos of Bella, Opal, Perry, Shelby and Stewie often show up in our mock-ups and training materials.
Learn more about the web team's dogs
This is a brief overview of dog biology. To learn more about dogs, visit the Wikipedia dog page. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dog
Domestic dogs have been selectively bred for millennia for various behaviors, sensory capabilities, and physical attributes.
Download an overview of dog anatomy
The dog's senses include vision, hearing, sense of smell, sense of taste, touch and sensitivity to the earth's magnetic field.
Learn more about senses
Behavioral studies have shown that the dog's visual world consists of yellows, blues and grays, but they have difficulty differentiating red and green making their color vision equivalent to red–green color blindness in humans (deuteranopia).
The frequency range of dog hearing is between 16-40 Hz (compared to 20–70 Hz for humans) and up to 45–60 kHz (compared to 13–20 kHz for humans), which means that dogs can detect sounds far beyond the upper limit of the human auditory spectrum.
While the human brain is dominated by a large visual cortex, the dog brain is dominated by a large olfactory cortex. Dogs have roughly forty times more smell-sensitive receptors than humans, ranging from about 125 million to nearly 300 million in some dog breeds, such as bloodhounds.
Dogs have around 1,700 taste buds compared to humans with around 9,000.
The main difference between human and dog touch is the presence of specialized whiskers known as vibrissae. Vibrissae are present above the dog’s eyes, below their jaw, and on their muzzle.
Qualities of a dog
Loyalty – a dog is naturally born with a sense of loyalty for its owner, and each dog displays this loyalty in its own unique way.
Compassion – no matter how sad or upset you are, a dog always knows to give you love and comfort.
Unconditional love – a dog loves with no strings attached.
Selflessness – a dog's first focus is to provide you with its joy and spirit, it is not naturally vain or selfish, if you show it love and kindness, he is your ultimate selfless companion.
Forgiveness – us humans have a hard time forgiving each other, we hold onto things forever, but not a dog. He will forgive you for anything you do to him (to a fault sometimes).
Non-judgmental – a dog does not judge, it may have reservations because it senses something is wrong, but it does not judge us like humans judge each other. A dog can sense your true nature and spirit, thus it loves you for who you are inside and out.
Roles of dogs in society


Celebrate National Pet Month and take on the challenge to walk 100 km throughout April with your furry friend by your side!
Date: 1 April 2024
Where: Wherever your paws take you!
Sponsorship target: Â£150
¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë Yorkshire is launching our first ever Mutt Strutt!
To celebrate National Pet Month this April, sign up to our Mutt Strutt and take on the challenge to walk 100km throughout the month.
Walk wherever and whenever with your four-legged friends and raise vital funds to support people with cancer and their loved ones.
and fundraise Â£150 for ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë Yorkshire.
As a valued member of Team ¾ÞÈéÎÞÂë, you will get:
There are also prizes to be won!
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All dogs over seven months old must be licensed by New Jersey Law. The frequency and fees of licensing dogs is determined by State Statute and Township Ordinance.
License Fee Schedule:
Spayed or Neutered Dogs $10.00
Unaltered Dogs $13.00
Late Fee as March 1st $5.00 Per Month, Per Dog - cannot be waived if late.
(Not applicable for registration of new dogs)
EXCEPTIONS – Service Dogs shall be licensed in the same manner as other dogs, except that owners shall not be required to pay fee.
• ALL DOG LICENSES EXPIRE ON DECEMBER 31 OF EACH YEAR
• LICENSE MUST BE ISSUED IN THE NAME OF AN ADULT MEMBER OF THE HOUSEHOLD
• RABIES CERTIFICATES MUST SHOW THAT YOUR DOG HAS BEEN INOCULATED AGAINST RABIES THROUGH OCTOBER 31st OF LICENSING YEAR IN ORDERED TO BE LICENSED.
• NO DOGS ARE PERMITTED TO RUN AT LARGE – OWNERS WILL BE SUBJECTED TO A FINE
Please drop off or mail completed application, along with a copy of current rabies certificate, a check made payable to Tewksbury Township in the appropriate fee and a self-addressed, stamped envelope to the following:
Attn: Dog Register
169 Old Turnpike Road
Califon, NJ 07830
Once your registration form, payment and a current rabies certificate is received, the new tag and license will be mailed to you.
If you no longer own your dog or your dog is deceased, please call 908-439-0022, ext. 727 or email firstname.lastname@example.org
For information on free rabies clinics please visit the Hunterdon County Website which is updated regularly at:Rabies Control | Hunterdon County, NJ
*Please remember if you are walking your animal at a township park, that animal MUST be leashed.
Township Ordinance 12.24.070 C.1 states, Within any park "No person shall cause or permit any animal owned by him, in his custody, or under his control, to go or be at large."
For the safety of all persons that enjoy our parks, please do not allow your pets to run at large in our parks. Officers will issue a summons for violations they observe.


Why book a professional pet photographer? - Stephanie Chapman Photography
So why should I book a professional pet photographer I hear you ask? After all you have a pretty snazzy camera on your phone…. Yes your phone can capture the moments, but can you see your black dogs eyes? Is your dog a fuzzy blur as he/she ran off after a ball? Are they looking up at you so their head looks a lot larger than their bodies? Are you nodding in agreement?
Like any other member of the family, our pets are a huge part of our lives. We love them like another child and know every little irk of their personalities.
So don’t they also deserve a shoot all of their own so you can get some stunning images of your fur baby to adorn the walls and fireplaces of your homes?
As a specialist dog and cat photographer I have had specialist training on how to best light your black dog to ensure you can see their beautiful brown eyes. I also know that the pure white Westie also needs specific lighting. And as for cats…. it’s all about the eyes.
I will come to your home so your pet can be relaxed in their own surroundings and set up my backdrops and lights. We will capture some beautiful images of your pet both full body and headshots. Once finished, you will have a beautiful piece of art you can display and treasure forever.
I have recently been lucky enough to have been awarded an industry accreditation for my pet work with the Guild of Photographers and absolutely loved producing the work for the images in the panel and to celebrate I am offering a special offer on all pet photography during September.
20% off the portrait session and an additional free full resolution digital image
Please don’t worry if you think your pet won’t sit still. I have lots of tricks up my sleeve to ensure we capture some images I know you will love.
To take advantage of this special offer, please pop me a message and mention the pet celebration promotion.
I look forward to meet you and your fur babies!


This afternoon Mum, the dogs and I headed to our very first agility & obedience class to try to wear the pup out, help me learn to train her and get her socialised.
We were a bit wary about taking Rupert (our older dog) as he’s a nervous dog, always has been, but he was in his element running around the lake with all the other dogs and watching the goings on!
TiLi, the pup, was there to actually give the obedience and a bit of agility a go and she did wonderfully well. We started with the ladder, a confidence building activity to get her to trust me when I ask her to do things.
Finally we moved on to the tunnel. She did super well with that too, pottering through it quite happily, no worries at all!
The couple who run the training were lovely, the lady actually noticed TiLi’s ears were bad (not from poor parenting on our part, from the fact that we got her from an awful place), she kindly cleaned them out a little and put in some antibiotic stuff in them to ease them. Her ears will need more cleaning because they’re still pretty icky, but at least they are a bit cleaner and she hopefully feels better for that.
A lot of my issues are going to need to be dealt with so I can be confident in myself training her and so that my confidence can then rub off on her. I was really nervous going to the lesson but I did really well too, I didn’t panic and, although I was worried about her being hurt or not liking it, I tried to let her get on with it and listen to the teachers.
We’ll be back next week for more fun and games, and in the meantime I need to practice with her at home!
With thanks to Mummy TeePot for the photos!


Getting To The Point –
Dachshund puppies are among the cutest compared to other breeds. However, this does not reason enough for you to consider buying them. It is important to have the best guidelines that can help you in choosing the ideal Dachshund puppy for your home. There are more specific aspects that you should consider when choosing this type of puppy. The most significant of them all is considered the health of your dachshund puppy should be your number one priority. The truth is that cuteness should not be the number one priority to always consider the puppy’s health as a priority.
Before you can make this crucial decision many factors can guide you, so that you can pick the right Dachshund puppy. Start by finding the best Dachshund breeder. It is important to find experts who specialize in breeding this type of puppy. When this is their field of expertise, they will ensure that they give it they’re all. So, you will get a healthy puppy, you can search for the right breeders through the American Kennel Club, to find out if the breeders are considered to have good standing. This should also apply to dog registries. It is important for you to also evaluate yourself and find out if you are ready to own a puppy. Owning involves many expenses, you also need to commit your time so that you can be there to help your puppy with the development process. You need to guide your puppy so that it can fit well in your family set up and adjust properly as a family pet. This will need you to have the right commitment and spend adequate time training the puppy.
You need to have the right questionnaire to use when you meet the dachshund breeder.
First, it is important to understand how long they have been breeding this type of puppies. You also need to know that if they have quality training in breeding such puppies, if yes their expertise should show. The breeders must be able to refer you to some of their clients, who have bought dachshund puppies from them. This should apply mostly to the buyers who are in your area because you can be able to visit them and get information about the breeders and the puppy’s first hand.
You need to research the type of food that you will be feeding to your Dachshund puppy. You need to always feed your puppy on a balanced diet. You should also go ahead and confirm that your local puppy store food suppliers have the type of diet that is recommended for this type of puppy. Another consideration is picking a reliable veterinarian. Ensure that you have a dog expert in your area where you can take your puppy for the best health checkup services. Also, you need to find a local dog trainer. This is essential to make sure that your puppy has the best behavior. All this information is crucial before you can purchase a Dachshund puppy.


In recent years, cats are becoming increasingly popular pets, they are affectionate and fascinating, but they are surprisingly independent, which means that they are a natural choice for busy people or the elderly. Over the past years, we have become aware of how amazing a cat is, more and more, as science allows us to better understand their behavior. This did not change the mysticism of the cat and still plays an important role in our life and in our folklore.
There is a safe bet for those of you who have feline friends;
Take the time to get their gift for cat lovers, and you win their hearts forever. On the Internet you will find several popular gift ideas for cat and cat lovers and Cat Home Decor. One of the most popular collections of figurines available is the cute and charming collectible kitties Little Paws. This collection of 5 cats can add humor to your gifts and can even be personalized. Each charming 6-inch figurine has its own fish-shaped label on which you can professionally engrave up to 10 characters. These adorable collectible little paws are made from the best deal; New and innovative material that can be added and painted to make it look as realistic as your real feline. Collectible kitties Little Paws will undoubtedly become excellent collectibles for many years. Another collectible that you will find in our online store is a smiling cat named Nicky; It has a height of 8 “and is part of a collection of collectors known as” animal pen “.
There is a seemingly endless variety of products in the form of cats: you can also find other Cat Themed Gifts for cat lovers, such as personalized watches with charm. A great alternative to wearing a watch on your wrist. The gifts of these charming cat lovers stick to bags, backpacks and belts; In addition, they can be used for keys.
Perhaps the most surprising of all the gifts of these cat lovers is their price. Each of the above items can be purchased online for just £ 19.95 – £ 29.95 each; many are even smaller than that. Just check online today and look at the many articles mentioned above; Make your feline and affectionate friend’s day special by giving them a gift for those who love cats, which they will love for years.


Welcome to Arbour Farm Cattery
'The best cattery for your best friends'
Family run by the Crawford family for over 30 years, Arbour Farm Cattery is situated just off the A2 within easy reach of the A249, M2 and M20 and in a delightful sheltered yet secure rural setting. The cattery is fully licensed by Swale Borough Council, annually inspected and the welfare and care of your cats are our priority. Our site is manned 24 hours a day for added security. We board cats only. We do not board FIV, FCV or cat flu carrier cats and are unable to board insulin dependant cats or cats fed a raw food diet. We are registered and inspected with a 5* licence from Swale Borough Council; Licence Number 1/2020.
Please note that due to the current COVID-19 situation we will endeavour to open between 9am and 12noon. We are running timed appointments only for drop off and collection in order to maintain social distancing. In the first instance any enquiries, please call 01795 842292.
Please also be aware of our Covid-19 policy, which can be found here.
Many thanks for your understanding and support. Stay safe and well.
Sue, Jodie and the Arbour Farm Team
We are open seven days a week as follows:
Monday-Saturday 9am-12noon & 2pm-5pm
We are closed Bank Holidays
CHRISTMAS OPENING HOURS VARY SO PLEASE CONTACT US FOR DETAILS
For more details, please contact us


Tips for Training a New Behavior
There are lots of behaviors you'll want to teach your pet: sit, come, stay and so on; perhaps some fun tricks! While the exact method for teaching each cue varies from behavior to behavior and pet to pet, here are principles that apply to almost everything you'll want to teach your pet. (For help with training specific exercises, contact us.)
1) Show, Don't Tell
Let your pet know what you want. You can lure him into position with a treat or a toy, a gentle physical prompt, shape the behavior by reinforcing increasingly accurate approximations of the behavior, or just wait to capture the behavior (I find luring to be the simplest, unless your pet doesn't respond to the lure; prompting is my last choice). Remember, your pet speaks no English (or Spanish, or Chinese, or any other human language), so you can say "sit" until you're blue in the face--it won't help your pet figure out what you want.
2) Mark the Behavior
Help your pet understand when she got it right and did what you wanted. You can use a physical marker (like a clicker) or a verbal marker (such as the word "yes"). Use your marker the second your pet does what you want. For example, if you want your pet to sit, mark the exact moment she puts her bottom on the ground. Remember, a marker is ALWAYS followed by a reinforcement.
3) Reinforce the Behavior
Right after you mark the behavior, you want to reinforce it. A reinforcement is anything that will make it more likely that your pet will repeat the behavior. You can use anything that your pet loves. I'll say that again: you can reinforce a behavior with anything your pet loves. This could be food, a toy, a massage--anything your pet wants enough to work for. You want to reinforce your pet as quickly as possible after she performs the behavior.
4) Phase Out the Lure/Prompt
You don't want a pet who won't perform without seeing that cookie first. As soon as your pet is performing the behavior reliably (for example, as soon as you make the luring motion for "sit", he plops his bottom into a four times out of five), it's time to phase out the lure. Make the same luring motion, but without the treat in your hand. When he sits, reward him from the other hand. He'll see that he doesn't need to see a treat up front in order to get his reward. If you're using a physical prompt, start doing it a bit less each time until you're not doing it at all.
Fading the lure/prompt should happen quickly, preferably within the first 20 or so repetitions. The luring motion can then be turned into a hand signal. Hand signals are much easier for your dog to understand than words.
5) Add the Cue
Notice that we haven't used words yet? Now it's time to start. Say the cue, wait one second, then follow with the hand signal. Your pet will learn that the word predicts the signal, which, if they perform correctly, predicts a cookie. They'll start "jumping the gun" and performing the behavior as soon as they hear the word. Now you have a pet who can sit on a verbal cue, a hand signal, or both. IMPORTANT: make sure the word and the hand signal happen separately. If they happen simultaneously, your pet will block out one of them (probably the word!).
6) Raise the Criteria (Gradually)
Many behaviors need to be taught in stages. For example, when teaching "stay", we just start with staying for very short periods of time. As your pet progresses, we'll ask for longer and longer stays. You can work on getting sits to happen more quickly, or more precisely. Just remember to do it in small increments. If you have your pet doing a 30 second stay, and then try to jump right to a one minute stay, you're probably setting yourself and your pet up for failure.
7) Generalize (Proof) the Behavior
A behavior isn't really trained until your pet can do it anywhere, anytime. Unfortunately, pets often don't generalize well. What this means is, what he knows how to do in the living room, he may not know how to do in the back yard. For most pets, every time the context changes, it's a whole new ballgame to him. Whenever you change the context, you'll need to make some aspect of the exercise easier; for example, if he can do a one-minute sit-stay inside, once you get outside, try for a 20-second sit-stay, or maybe even less--take as many steps back as your pet needs to succeed.
Distraction is a huge factor as well. Up the distraction levels gradually. It's relatively easy for your pet to focus on you when it's just the two of you in your living room. It's harder when you're competing with other people, or pets, or squirrels, etc. Try to avoid going directly from working a behavior inside to working it on a busy street. Find some intermediate steps, such as a hallway, a lobby, or a back yard if you have one. Start on the street during a slow/quiet time of day.
8) Phase Out the Treats
Once your pet understands the behavior, and can do it anywhere, anytime, it's time to start phasing out the rewards. That doesn't mean they go away completely! How long would you keep working if your paycheck went away completely? However, if the treats happen randomly, every now and then, you can actually make the behavior stronger. Your pet will be eager to work: "Is this the time I get the treat? Maybe this time?" (it's the same mental mechanism that keep people glued to slot machines--that payout could always be just around the corner!). One note: cats tend to need more regular reinforcement than dogs, so don't go crazy and stop the reinforcements for too long a time!
When you begin phasing out treats, don't go too long without one at first. For example, ask for three sits, one after another, and give a treat after the third sit. We want them to understand that rewards are still possible. And don't be stingy with the praise! Even if they don't get the "big payout," we still want them to know they're doing the right thing. A "good boy!" or "thank you" is always appropriate.
[Please Note: information on this site is not intended to be a substitute for professional guidance or advice. We recommend consulting a professional trainer before implementing any training or behavior program.]


How to Get Treatment of PetsIn today's busy and self-centered planet when no one has any time for anyone else, animals in our homes make for the very best close friends and companions we can ever hope to have! The joy and enthusiasm that my pet pet greets me with when I reach property at the finish of a prolonged and arduous workday right away lifts my spirits and any tiredness I bring back again with me vanishes into slender air. Animals are loyal, faithful, unconditional and spontaneous in their love and reward us in a number of methods.
In return, it is important for us to make sure we treatment for our animals also in the ideal way possible.
Right here are some essential methods in which you can make confident you are being a liable pet proprietor and carer!
Space: Animals want to have a area that is protected, dry, clean and cozy. Whilst deliberating on the option of our pets we must carefully consider the space it will demand for the aquarium for our fish, corner for our cat or dog or cage for the lovebirds we so would like to have! If an complete space is also significantly to believe of, a clear and demarcated boundary can be developed for your furry good friend.
Diet regime: According to the pet that you own, you must attempt to make sure they are fed a well balanced and healthy diet regime. Every single species and breed in change has foodstuff that are permissible and those that can result in higher damage than good. Make positive you check out with the vet and only feed your pet the right variety of foodstuff and suitable portions. Just as food needs to be carefully monitored, so way too you need to make sure that your pet has satisfactory and clear drinking water obtainable.
Exercising: All pets need their space to be able to flex their muscle tissues and distribute their wings. Animals like puppies need to have to be taken for a scheduled walk routinely. Pet birds need to have enough space in their cages not to really feel cramped. A every day exercise program will guarantee your pets are healthy and pleased
Health-related Focus: Typical checkups with the veterinarian will make sure that your pet is hale and healthful and will assist to diagnose any illnesses nicely in advance. Vaccinations should be given in a timely and disciplined fashion.
Cleanliness: All animals have cleanliness and animal care . Animals like puppies and cats must be bathed frequently and groomed to preserve their fur, hair, nails and pores and skin properly cared for. The location your animals are housed in should be cleaned and washed daily to keep the surroundings clear and pest free of charge. Make certain also to maintain your pet cost-free of parasites like fleas, ticks and worms. Fish bowls or aquarium h2o needs to be changed correctly in a timely fashion.
Supervision: Even though most animals after educated and recurring to their setting have a tendency to stay protected it is essential for a new pet to be supervised until they get a lay of the land! Inadvertently leaving the cage open up could allow the parrot or parakeet escape, dashing out of an ajar doorway could enable the pet or kitten to make a wild dash out on to the road which could be probably dangerous.


I truly had no idea if we would meet a dog that would work for us, but thought we should at least try. Well, since you all know what's coming, I'll spare you the suspense and introduce you to...
(This is from our first meeting, photo compliments to TM)
Kenzie is a 60 pound, two year old Lab/hound mix. He looks more Lab, but he has got a funny hound-sounding bark. He seems like a great dog and did great interacting with everyone. Now I need to give my heartiest recommendation for the Felines and Canines Shelter. (It's on the northside at Devon and Paulina, if you're interested.) We, all 11 of us, walked in and were instantly greeted warmly without a sideways glance at the number of children we had in tow. (And trust me, at this point in my life, I am highly attuned to the slightly surprised, slightly disapproving sideways glance. I have found some rescues in particular to find the number of children in our family highly suspect as I have dealt with them first looking for a cat and then a dog over the past year.) Instead, the shelter employees found a room large enough for all of us so we could really have space to meet the dogs. The employees were also very careful to only bring in animals that they were sure would be good for such a large group of children. We ended up meeting three dogs, but Kenzie was the first.
He was great even when surrounded by people who wanted to pet him. He still has some young dog behaviors, but nothing worse than Gretel... and actually in comparison, he seems quite subdued. Everyone really took to him. The other two dogs were also quite nice. One was an older black lab puppy, who was beautiful, but we all agreed that he was a bit much for us right now and would require just a little bit more training than we were up to at this point in our lives. The other was another hound mix who was incredibly sweet, but seemed a little too subdued to be really comfortable in our energetic house. The children all liked all the dogs, but Kenzie is the one who stole our collective hearts.
The staff at the shelter were great. You could tell they really cared about and knew each of the animals. It was a great experience and we are pretty darn happy with our new dog. They even cat tested him before we made our decision to be sure he wouldn't go after Midnight. Want to see some more pictures?
Out of the shelter's porch after we did a trial walk together.
It just seems right to have a dog again. After we were home and I was putting dinner together to go in the oven, J. and I noticed K. sitting at the table having a snack and laughing to himself. When we asked if he was OK (because is sounded a little manic), K. replied he was fine, he was just so happy to have a dog again.


I forgot to add a couple of photos to my previous post. Imagine that!
See this kitty? She's a kitten, but not small. She showed up at the house a few days ago and after eventually finding her owner (who said she isn't the owner but others say she is) and then taking her back to her home, she has shown back up at our house. *sigh* I do NOT want a cat. I am NOT a cat person. And I have told my family to NOT feed her or she will never leave us. I am going to attempt to take her home yet again tonight, but she found us after travelling all the way back across town, so I don't know if it will work again. But I'm going to try. She's very friendly and will let you pick her up but she has fleas. I just wish her family would take her back.
And, I made a trip out to the farm yesterday and brought back some pumpkins. I wanted more of the white ones but they are almost all gone and I couldn't reach the few that were left which was less than six. So, I brought home a variety, including a couple of green ones. I have plans for all of them with the small ones getting vampire teeth (yep, the plastic ones) and then they will line each side of my steps to the front porch. The big orange ones will go in the two planters on the porch. The green ones will also be on the steps with some blood shot eyes (beer pong balls that look like eye balls). The white ones will be made up to look like skeleton heads with the blood shot eyes as well. I can't wait to get them all readied up but it still has to wait a few weeks as I don't want them rotting before Halloween.


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This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of American Kennel Club. All opinions are 100% mine.
How to choose the best Dog Breed for your family lifestyle is a huge responsibility. You need to consider size, temperament, are they good with children, are they aggressive in nature and so much more. There is A LOT to consider and I am so thankful for clubs such as the American Kennel Club and the huge amount of resources that they offer.
I have owned a total of 3 dogs in my life…one when I was a teen growing up, she was an “All American”, in other words a “Mutt”. She was a friendly and beautiful dog with a wonderful loving personality. With long flowing golden hair and long snout, she looked as though she belonged to the Collie or Retriever family.
Then there was our Black Lab. Shortly after my husband and I were married and blended our family together (over 27 years ago) he and the kids decided that we “needed” a dog to make our family complete. Of course the family down the street had a litter of Black Lab pups..they were FREE! Sooo I gave in and we had a new baby in the house! Oh you know what I’m talking about! LOL We had our loyal and active Lab for years, even after our big kids were grown and moved out of the house.
Then there was Sunnyboy…
When we had more kids and while they were still fairly young, once again the fam decided that we “needed” to have a new member of the family… a dog. Well, my hubs and I were getting older and I was not at all interested in having a dog long after the kids moved out, that we had to walk everyday and was hard to bathe because of size. We had done that one before..so I finally gave in..
BUT UNDER ONE STIPULATION…
I get to pick the type of dog out…
I wanted small but my kids and husband wanted BIG. Nope, I get to pick out the type of dog…I was adamant about this because I knew who would eventually be the caretaker of this dog. So I began my search and let me tell you..when you become serious about dog ownership you need help! I just didn’t want any old dog..I didn’t want a yapper, I didn’t want a loud dog, I didn’t want a mean tempered dog, I didn’t want a skittery jittery type dog. I was going to be quite picky this time!
Oh and I didn’t want a dog where we had to fit HIS/HER lifestyle..I wanted the Dog to fit OUR lifestyle.
I had never paid for a purebred dog before..it had seemed like a waste of money, until now. After my husband and I discussed the importance of our family in relationship to a dog, we put away a sum of money and began to hunt. I had a friend that was a dog trainer and she suggested several breeds that would fit into our family well. We searched for breeders in our area and we read tons of stuff about the breeds we were interested in.
We learned a lot from the American Kennel Club and even considered the AKC Rescue Network for our perfect “family member”. They have wonderful purebred dogs and are made up of long time dog experts that help match the dogs with families that are a great fit.
After being very thorough we found our new little baby doll… Sunnyboy. He was a King Charles Cavalier Spaniel and oooohhhh he was soooo cute and oooh he was soooo sweet! We bought him from a licensed Breeder. We were a little nervous having never done this before. There were lots of questions to ask and we for sure wanted to make sure we were buying from licensed breeders.
Some of the things we did:
- Make sure to have a good relationship with the Breeder..meaning did they answer our questions thoroughly.
- Was the premises clean and odor free?
- What was the Breeder/Puppy relationship like. Did they like each other? Were they happy around each other..and so on.
- Make sure to get proper paperwork
There are lots of things you can do to ensure that you are buying from a great breeder. You can see more tips from the AKC website. Thanks to all of their awesome resources we felt confident that we were getting a healthy and happy puppy.
I learned a lot from being so picky and truly it paid off. Sunnyboy was THEE perfect dog for our family. Happy, content, low maintenance (except his hair), friendly, totally easy going and loving..Yep he was just right…
We had our little Sunnyboy for 7 years..up until a dog from our neighbor jumped our fence and attacked him..that was a few months ago..right around Christmas. We had to put him to sleep. It was a sad time for both families…
I can’t stress enough how important choosing a dog breed for your family is. Our neighbors were heart broken that their dog had done this and yet it was an aggressive breed of dog that they owned. You just never know what can happen.
My personal TOP TIPS for How to Choose the best Dog Breed for Your Family:
- Size – Size matters! Although small dogs seem good for families with children, you have to be very careful that the children are not rough with little dogs. Small dogs have little bones that can be broken very easily. Big dogs..well they are BIG! You need to decide if you have the type of home that can facilitate a large dog and his needs.
- Breed – It’s really important that you research different breeds and what their personalities are like…obvious by the situation we had above.
- Will they be good with children – Let’s face it, some breeds of dogs simply are not meant for children. By researching the breeds you will learn what these are.
- Long hair vs. Short hair – This seems like it’s not a big deal, BUT you need to consider allergies, budget for haircuts and be diligent in brushing dogs with long hair or it gets matted.
- Health issues in breeds – No breed of dog is perfect, it’s good to also research what types of health issues are common to which breeds, so that you may be more aware should they arise. Also so that you can financially plan accordingly.
- Use a Licensed Breeder – There are many types of breeders… some good and some very bad. I think it goes without saying..research WHO you are dealing with! The AKC is an excellent resource for this.
- Life Span – Some breeds have longer life expectancies and some have shorter. My daughter recently had to put her 8 year old Great Dane to sleep. It was very sad, They take excellent care of their dogs and spent A LOT of money on some health issues that are common for this size of dog. But sadly these big, loving, beautiful dogs simply do not have a long life expectancy. Something to consider.
- Finances – Just plan for it. This is a member of your family and food, Veterinarian visits cost $$.
- Family Time – Some dogs take more time and energy than others. Our little Sunnyboy took very little effort to make him happy. We could take him on walks anywhere or we could be couch potatoes and no matter what…he was happy.
- Research! – Use the AKC for this..it is an excellent resource!
There are now so many cute breeds to choose from..way more than there were back in the “olden” days! LOL
Check out these totally cute Mini Wirehaired Dachshund Puppies…
Good luck in your hunt for a new family member and also Happy Birthday to the American Kennel Club..they are celebrating their 130th Anniversary this year!


Yes, I am heartbroken. No, it has nothing to do with my boyfriend or my family.
Today I went to the animal market here,which is very close to my house. Anyway. We all went there to get my sister two baby ducks (however you call them) and Mr. Boyfriend wanted to get something as well, but he wasn’t sure whether to get a dog or birds. (I strongly advised him to get birds, because a dog is a big responsibility and he doesn’t have a lot of free time because of his work.)
I knew that when I get there I’ll become sad and I’ll feel bad again by seeing all those animals wishing for someone to get them and treat them better. We started with the birds and rabbits. I was okay. I mean come on, they’re just birds and rabbits and although I like them and I feel bad for them too, it’s different than with cats but most of all, it’s muuuuch more different than with dogs. Cats were next, not much moved either, because I like cats, but not as much as cry over them.
But this ‘good mood’ couldn’t last forever. We got the dogs part. Each person had one, two, three…. million dogs on sale and those tiny (or bigger) souls were just looking, staring at you with their beautiful, shiny eyes, giving you the impression that they’re begging you to get them. The tiny, very small puppies were alright. Despite the fact that their cuteness breaks your heart, there’s not much going on. But when O see the older ones,the ones who feel more than the pups feel, this is when my heart breaks completely. Full of Huskies and German Shepherds there and those are two of the breeds I really like. Small pups, bigger ones.. to mature dogs. You can find anything there, but you also lose something there.. your mind.. your soul.. half or your heart will remain there for a long time after you leave.
There was one thing that annoyed me badly because yes, I love animals and come on dogs are more loyal than some humans. They will never sell you. They will always stick with you. Through good and bad.. unlike other ‘species’. A man was pulling around a dog.. the dog wouldn’t wanna go and was barking and crying, yet he was still pulling him around. I thought to myself ‘He’s more of an animal than the poor dog is’.
We went even further to another place, a closed place this time and when Mr. Lover took out one dog (a Husky) to play with, all the other dogs went crazy and started barking. I cried. I literally cried, because it made me see them (and I’m sure that this would happen to all the people who have a heart) as orphans and their bark is more of a ‘Take me! Pick me! Choose me!’ call. Sad..
Got the ducks for my sister and my parents left. I stayed there with Mr. Lover. We went looking around again, so he could choose a dog. I chose the cutest Husky ever. He’s just so cute and I must say that he scratched and bit me so much, but anyway, who cares, everything is good, as long as he is good. We paid for him, we took him and we went to the Vet right away. We had to wait for over an hour. Meanwhile, we gave him water, played around with him and try to create a bond with each other. We surely did, because out of no where the dog jumped on my back and bit my…. bum, I could say.
He’s really adorable. And I hope he’ll be okay, unlike those other million dogs who remained in the market. I hope he will have a better life, because he deserves it. He’s a survivor. He’s a champion.
PS. Shouldn’t get too attached so I don’t get my two beautiful dogs jealous. I will love them all the same. Also my baby ducks, because they’re so cute!
And I should not forget..


Tiny Tails Rescue, in conjunction with Wet and Wild Petz Centre, will be holding Adoption Days on December 8 and December 29 from 10am till 2pm.
The kitten season has been a particularly busy one; Tiny Tails currently has 80 kittens in care and has had to close its books as all of our foster carers are caring for many kittens.
The group would love to see some find their homes in December so they can assist more kittens in need.
A number of the rescues in recent weeks have been urgent ones where the kittens have been in danger or had been abandoned and without food for a few days. This has meant that some of the tiny babies have been quite ill and required intensive care for some time.
All kittens up for adoption will be desexed, had their first vaccination and be microchipped before adoption. They also receive regular parasite treatment.
As Tiny Tails is a registered charity it relies heavily on donations and fundraising events to continue to provide the care these animals need.
Wet and Wild are hosting a Christmas tree for the group – any donations of food or kitty litter are gratefully accepted. Kitten food both wet and dry is most in need.
Tiny Tails thanked the members of the community who have donated in many ways during the year.
To see photos of kittens currently in care, visit the Tiny Tails Rescue Facebook page or call the group. For more information, call 0451 815 955


In today’s life, pets have become a part of many homes and they bring us endless joy and companionship. However, pets can also bring some challenges to the home environment, especially when we want to keep indoor air circulating while keeping mosquitoes away. To solve this problem, pet-friendly mesh have been created.
What is pet friendly screen mesh?
Advantages of Pet Friendly Screen Mesh
- Resisting Pet Destruction: Traditional screen mesh may not be able to withstand the scratching and chewing of pets and is easily damaged, while pet friendly screen mesh is made of special material and reinforced design, which is able to effectively resist the damage that may be brought by pets.
- Excellent anti-mosquito effect: Pet-friendly screens also provide excellent mosquito protection, effectively deterring all types of insects, including mosquitoes and flies, to safeguard the health and comfort of family members.
- Keep the room ventilated: The screen door is made of pet-friendly anti-mosquito screen mesh, which not only prevents pets from entering the restricted area, but also keeps the indoor air circulating so that family members can enjoy the fresh air.
- Easy to clean and maintain: Pet friendly anti-mosquito screen material is strong and durable, easy to clean and maintain, just wipe it with water, no extra maintenance work for your family.
Pet Friendly Mosquito Screen provides an ideal solution for pet households, protecting family members from mosquitoes and insects, while also providing an effective defense against the damage that pets can wreak. Choose Pet Friendly Mosquito Screen to make your home more comfortable, safer, and enjoy happy times with your pets!
If you have any questions or need more information about Pet Friendly Mosquito Screen, please feel free to contact us!


Here at Paws Unleashed, we take a natural approach to your pet's health. Our belief is that starting with a foundation of good nutrition, we can avoid many common health issues and allergy-related illnesses. Dogs and cats are carnivores, therefore the food we carry does not contain any corn, wheat, soy, or by-products - "filler" ingredients that can cause an array of problems, and are simply not digestible by our four-legged family members. We continue this idea through treats, offering you "filler-free" and grain free options that you will not find at your local box store.
Our belief at Paws Unleashed is to reflect on the definition of holistic - seeing the body as a "whole," and addressing each aspect of your animal's health. Nutrition is our foundation, but separate supplements, such as natural multivitamin sources, probiotics, and glucosamine are important as well. Keeping your pet well groomed is also important, since the quality of the skin and coat can give us warning signs or indicate other issues with your pet's health. Therefore, we offer self-service dog bath, available anytime without an appointment to wash your pet at your leisure, and a full-service grooming salon, where our groomer offers an array of services.
We also offer a large selection of soft toys, tuff toys, and interactive games to stimulate, improving your pet's happiness and mental health. Many of our toys, and quite a few of our beds are eco-friendly and/or recycled, because the environment we live in is just as important to our families' and pets' "whole" health!
We look forward to your visit, assisting and educating you on how to keep your dog or cat healthy and happy!


Make Your Pet’s Halloween a Treat Not a Trick
Halloween can be challenging night for families with pets. While some pets enjoy the festivities, the strange sights and sounds may frighten others. Cats usually hide, but dogs may run away in fear – or run after trick-or-treaters in excitement.
Here are some tips to help your pet enjoy Halloween too:
- Choose pet costumes with care, making sure they won’t restrict movement or vision and that there are no small pieces your pet can swallow. Introduce the costume a few days in advance so she gets used to it. Canine Company professional dog trainers recommend offering a treat and praise to help with the process.
- Don’t force your pet to wear a costume if he isn’t comfortable. Instead, give your pet some Halloween flair with stencils and pet-safe paints or can create a Mohawk or punk hairdo with colored styling gels. A cute seasonal bandana is another option.
- Bring pets indoors before dusk. Pets left alone outside – especially black cats –may fall victim to tricksters. Some pets become anxious at the children’s shouts and the constantly ringing doorbell. If your pet seems nervous, confine him to a room away from the activity.
- Keep your dog on leash to prevent him from dashing out an open door. If you have an Invisible Fence system, you won’t need a leash, but be sure he is wearing his collar so he stays safely in the yard. If you take her trick-or-treating, be sure she is wearing identification tags in case she runs off in fear or in pursuit of other children.
- Keep candy out of reach. Chocolate is toxic for dogs: so is xylitol, the artificial sweetener used in many candies and gums. It’s best to have pet-safe treats in your pocket or close at hand to distract pets from candy.
source: Canine Company
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Most pet owners will tell you that their pets are part of the family. They have a close bond with each other. This is something that has been changing over time. Pets used to be seen as helpful workers on the farm, for instance, but more and more people now have them as companions or sources of emotional support. This has altered how people think about and treat their pets in the modern era.
However, regardless of these changing perceptions, pets are still legally property that people own. This can become very important when two pet owners decide to get divorced. At that time, the way they each view the pet becomes exceedingly important.
What happens to the pet during divorce?
The issue is that the couple, thinking of the pet as part of their family, may want a child custody solution. They want to share the pet on a consistent rotating schedule. They think that the court will help them set this up. After all, the court can do so for parents who are dividing custody rights.
But the court is not going to do so for pet owners. Instead, the pet will just be given to one person or the other, as are other tangible assets. If your dog was originally a $1,000 investment, you may be allowed to keep the pet while your spouse gets another asset that costs a similar amount, for instance.
You can imagine how contentious this becomes. That’s why it’s so important for pet owners to know about all of their legal options when they end a marital relationship. You don’t want to risk losing contact with your pet that you love.


Unlike most other animal fancies, the cat fancy and its shows have a place for the mixed breed or unregistered individual. Not, of course, for breeding purposes. That is not only discouraged, it is prohibited. However, at a cat show there is a special division where unregistered cats can compete for awards and titles. This division is called the Household Pet division. It is for mixed breed cats or purebred cats who are, for any reason, not eligible to compete in championship classes.. Household Pets (HHPs) which are 8 months or older must be neutered or spayed.
Declawed cats cannot be shown in shows sponsored by the Cat Fanciers Association (CFA) but can compete in American Cat Fanciers Association (ACFA) shows.
HHPs are judged in three areas. The first area is anything which affects the cat’s health and condition. They may show no signs of illness or presence of parasites, internal or external. They must be the proper weight for the individual’s size and bone structure. The muscling should be firm and solid rather than flabby or mushy. They must be spotlessly clean and well groomed. Longhair coats must be free of mats and tangles.
After health and condition comes appearance. Every judge has his or her own opinion of what makes a pretty cat. Some like flashy looks; others prefer a good old basic tabby or solid color.
The third area of judging HHPs is personality. Cats don’t usually like strange places, people , or other cats and the judges understand that. Consideration is given to a cat who may be nervous or shy. But a cat who will bite or scratch when upset should not be shown. There are many cats who completely enjoy the attention and excitement of a cat show. They purr, strut and play with the judges. And they do very well in the awards. If your cat enjoys meeting guests in your home it may be a cat who would enjoy being in a show. Why not give it a try?