For many brides, the thought of including family pets in their big day isn’t even a consideration. While they love their pets, they prefer to keep them at home. But what about those brides who treat their pets like children? Is it considered “okay” to include pets on your big day? While many people frown at the idea of animals in a wedding, there are definitely ways to include them!
There are a lot of different things to consider when deciding whether or not to include pets. One of the most important things to take into account is how your pet will react to the setting of a wedding. If your pet doesn’t respond well to large groups of people, perhaps it is in the pet’s best interest to leave them at home with a trusted guardian. But if you know your pet will do just fine, follow these TTT tips for incorporating pets:
- Assign someone to pet duties and to your pet’s “doodies”. You will want to have one person to make sure your pet isn’t causing trouble! Also, this person can help get your little friend to the appropriate area to “relieve” them self!
- Determine what role your pet will play. Will your dog be replacing the traditional ring bearer or will your cat be monitoring the guest book? This will help you give your assigned pet-person a better idea of their duties!
- Be considerate and let your guests know that there will be a pet in the wedding. Give them some time to reconsider taking that anti-histamine before they leave the house. Also, make sure your photographer is ready for pet photos. They may need a little extra preparation time.
- Make sure that your pets are groomed and looking their best! Also, consider if you want them be wearing attire of any kind.
- Have a backup plan and be ready to cut the pet’s part out last minute… Since you can’t reason with a misbehaving animal, it’s better to just move ahead without them than let them cause stress!


Burke Animal Clinic
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This homey animal clinic located off of Lee Chapel Road has been serving the Burke Community for more than 30 years. Its experienced staff and extensive veterinary equipment will assure you and your pet a confident and comfortable experience.
6307 Lee Chapel Rd, Burke, VA 22015
- Hours: Mon - Fri, 7:15am - 7:30pm; Sat, 8am - 3pm
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There is a reason why Ollie isn’t allowed to go grocery shopping with me anymore…when we go shopping together we tend to think “the bigger the better” and “the more the merrier”. We tend to go with the “grab-and-go” method. If we see it, and we want it, we get it. This tends to lead to very high grocery bills and very full grocery carts. And that’s exactly how we ended up with this….
Yup…that’s a 10 gallon aquarium. How did it end up in our apartment? Let me take you back….
It all started with #22 on the list….get a pet. Since my mother and landlord have conspired against my having anything cuddly and fluffy, I decided I would get a fish. I was thinking about getting a simple beta fish. Bowl, some rocks, maybe a plant. Simple. Instead we left Petco (its where the pets go!) with a tank, filter, heater, rocks, plants, several structures with an “around the world” theme, and dreams of the glow-in-the-dark fish we’ll get to put in the tank.
Ollie and I walked in the store and immediately the sad betas in the plastic cups were forgotten. We were entranced by the myriad of freshwater fish we could get….if only we had an aquarium! I personally voted for a “nemo” fish, but unfortunately they are salt water fish and quite aggressive, unlike their quirky portrayal in the Pixar film. Ollie and I bounced around from tank to tank, eyes wide, taking in all the little fishies we wanted to fill our “starter kit” aquarium with.
Luckily we spoke to a Petco supervisor first, otherwise we would have killed all of our little pets within the hour. We were told we couldn’t take any fish home tonight, because we needed to set up the aquarium and treat the water before we could add the fish-otherwise we would shock their little systems and kill them! Not good!
We practically skipped out to the car, aquarium in tow, and raced home to set everything up. The tank looks great and is sitting nicely on our entryway table just waiting to be filled with little fishies!
We get to return to Petco on Friday to pick out our little fishes. Stay tuned to meet them!
Thank you for reading! xo Whitney


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Give your chickens a clean supply of drinking water with the K&H Pet Products Heated Thermo-Poultry Waterer. The ingenious design covers it all, starting with a 60-watt heater to keep water ice-free in colder temperatures. It also features a brilliant shape that eliminates roosting and the dirty water that comes with it, plus an easy-carry reservoir handle and spill-proof cap. The water filter ring allows you to clean the water tray in seconds—no draining needed, just remove the filter tray and lightly tap to remove debris. It can be easily refilled without spilling or needing to empty the entire waterer, and the rust-proof construction offers years of use.
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Here are some photos and a few words about my fish- past and present. Enjoy!
Allejandro ("Alle") was the first fish I've had in a very long time. I saved him from a murky, shallow cup in our local Wal*mart. Alle was a veil tail orange dalmatian with colorful blue eyes. We lost Alle to old age.
Basch was my second betta, a Valentine's day gift from Dan from Aquabid.com. He was a stunning marble butterfly super delta, with a heart shape on his back. I lost Basch to columnaris because I did not know how to treat it at the time. He was one of the reasons I began researching fish care like I did.
Balthier, or "Baller", as we call him, was super sweet, silly and I loved him very much. He was a butterfly halfmoon double tail, with blue and yellow fins and a mostly white body. Baller lost an intense fight with infection and resistant fin rot that he had from when I bought him. I miss him terribly. He was like a cherished child to me and always will be in my heart.
I bought Sved after Alle passed away in a local PetSmart. He was totally white/cream colored when we got him, and marbled into a cornflower blue butterfly with random red lines in his fins atop a platinum body. Svedka was a Super Delta Butterfly marble.
Mister Mister ("Mister"):
Mister was from a breeder when he was quite young and is named after his father, Mister. He grew to a much larger, feisty and quite an aggressive boy! Mister was a purple salamander halfmoon plakat with dumbo-esque pectorals. He was a spectacular fish that got me into plakats!
Prince Cheddar Cheese ("Ched"):
My roommate and I found Ched in a local pet shop in a too-tiny bowl on my birthday. I couldn't bear to leave without him, and was instantly drawn to his silly face and yellow color. Ched was so weak from living in less than a cup of water that he couldn't swim well for weeks and needed to be sedated to correct a mis-aligned jaw so he could eat. Cheddar became a happy, aggressive and handsome yellow VT. He lived a long time considering his terrible start to life, and passed away from old age.
Lady Lady ("Lady"):
Lady was my first female as well as my first crowntail. She's was lovely red cambodian CT with red on her face. She was sassy and adored her seven ghost shrimp tank mates, especially her best friend forever, "ButtToucher" the shrimp who constantly rubs her antennae against Lady's face and tail. Lady passed away suddenly and without warning after her first birthday. She was my boyfriend's favorite fish, and his "little girl".
Nemi had a miserable start to life. While in Walmart, I found her at no more than a quarter inch in size, dying in a filthy cup. I bought her out of pity and was dedicated to helping her live. It became clear upon getting Nemi home that she very well may not make it. Over time, this shy and sick fish grew well and blossomed into a friendly, boisterous fish. She is an old lady now, and enjoys her time in my community tank. Nemi is a blue and white dalmatian crowntail.
Corbett was recently purchased from Petsmart at the behest of my roommate and boyfriend. He is a red and white dragon halfmoon double tail. He's got a docile personality and is a loveable goof. Sadly, as predicted, his tail (due to its excessive, unnatural size) has become incredibly decrepit and his dragon scaling is beginning to grow over his eyes. He spends his days comfortably in a smaller-sized home to meet his needs.
Mason is my newest addition and first VT girl. Despite prettier ladies at Petsmart, Mason claimed my heart with her gentle personality. She is adaptable and docile and currently lives with guppy fry in a planted 5 gallon growout tank. She acts as a guard dog to them and enjoys swimming with them. Mason is a multicolor VT.
My Boyfriend's Fish:
Crooks was Dan's second fish. Crookies was from Petsmart, and was chosen for his sweet demeanor and his crooked dorsal fin, hence his name. He was sweet for a while, but became quite the grump! Crooks passed away due to old age.
Little Man ("Little"):
Little Man was Dan's first AB fish, and was a pretty silly little fellow. He was a "Fancy Koi" marble halfmoon plakat. Little had a tumor under his chin that burst and caused him to become septic. While we knew this would happen, we are so glad to have spent as much time with him as we did. He was very, very special.
Allister was a gift to Dan from Aquabid. He was Balthier's brother, though he had one different parent. The two looked very alike! Allister was a multicolor marble halfmoon double tail with blue girzzle. He hugely outlived his brother and died of old age.
Finn was Dan's first mustard gas. Fin was spunky and quite a funny little character. He had adorable puppy-dog eyes, which is why I called him "Puppy". Finn was a handsome finned blue and yellow mustard gas dragon plakat who passed from old age.
Yuki is Dan's newest fish, and an impulse buy because of how sweet he is. Yuki ("snow boy") is a cellophane white super delta with some red and black on his body, which suggests he may marble.
Oliver is Dan's fish dalmatian! He's flirty, coy, and mild. Ollie is a notorious glass surfer who enjoys chasing people who walk by the tank and hamming it up once they stop to say hello. He's an orange dalmatian plakat.
My Roommate's Fish:
Martin was a bug-eyed multicolor black and red combtail from Petsmart.
Machiavelli was a lavender/pink VT from Walmart.
La Volpe ("Volpe"):
Volpe was a pink crowntail from Walmart. I forced my poor roommate to get him on a whim and he turned out to be quite a little devil. Volpe relentlessly searched for ways to get around any divider, even if not other fish was on the other side. I housed Volpe in my planted tank for a few months and really liked him.
Bart was a muticolor delta from Petsmart. He was a silly and slightly awkward fish with a good personality.


UPDATE July 19th – The dogs and cats rescued on Wednesday have been surrendered and will officially be available for adoption at Metro Animal Shelter on Thursday, July 25th. Cats remain free, Dogs are $50 with the refundable $100 spay/neuter fee. Metro Animal Shelter is open Tuesday through Friday from 12:00pm – 6:00pm and Saturday through Sunday from 12:00pm to 4:00pm.
The Casper Police Department rescued forty-two dogs, fourteen cats, eight exotic birds, and one chicken through a search warrant Wednesday afternoon.
After receiving multiple animal-related complaints concerning the residence located on the 1200 block of West 23rd Street in Casper, Animal Protection Officers executed a search warrant.
Upon entering the home, officers found a larger than expected number of animals living in unsanitary conditions. Over twenty Casper Police Officers, Animal Protection Officers, and Community Service Officers along with multiple Casper Fire Department officials arrived. Many of those aiding in the rescue wore hazmat suits. Officials worked for nearly nine hours to rescue all 63 animals from the home.
“The work done by all members of the Casper Police Department and partnering agencies yesterday was truly remarkable,” said Casper Police Department Public Information Officer Rebekah Ladd. “Officers worked tirelessly for hours to rescue these animals.”
The animals were transported to Metro Animal Shelter for safe temporary housing and care. Officials at the shelter worked well into the evening to in-take all of the animals.
The animals rescued are not currently available for adoption due to the ongoing investigation.
“The public outreach we’ve received last night and today has been incredible and we are grateful for it,” said Metro Animal Shelter Manager Tory Walsh. “Metro Animal Shelter would like to express our appreciation to the folks that have visited us today to bring donations, adopt animals, walk dogs and discuss further ways they could help. Yesterday, we had 152 animals in our care and received another 65 confiscated animals from a hoarding situation into the evening. Much of our time has been spent today with questions we don’t have answers for; we are caring for these confiscated animals as evidence at the request of the CPD. We all need to be patient and allow the courts to hear the case; the animals are safe and secure now. Municipal Court Staff is working diligently to expedite this case and we are all eager for an outcome. Again, thank you all for your compassion toward these animals.”
The Casper Police Department would like to thank all organizations involved in this successful rescue operation.
How to Help
The best and most effective way to help in this situation is to adopt the animals that are currently available for adoption at Metro Animal Shelter.
Right now there is no adoption fee for cats. Dogs have a $50 adoption fee along with a refundable $100 spay and neuter deposit. All dogs come with a pre-registered microchip, their first set of vaccinations and a city license. Dogs that have been at the shelter for at least thirty days have no adoption fee.
If you are unable to adopt a pet, the shelter asks those looking to help to donate the following items:
– Canned cat and/or kitten food
– Red Flannel cat food (can be purchased at Noland’s)
– Nutrena Loyall adult maintenance dog food (can be purchased at Noland’s)
– Dish sponges
– Heartland wood pellets (can be purchased at Sutherland’s)
– Dog/cat treats
Items can be dropped off at Metro Animal Shelter during normal business hours: Tuesday through Friday, 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm and Saturday through Sunday, 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm.
Another way to help is by sponsoring an adoptable animal. To sponsor an animal, interested individuals can pay for the adoption fee, spay/neuter costs, and vaccinations to help make the animal more marketable for adoption. If you are interested in sponsoring an animal, please contact Metro Animal Shelter at (307) 235-8398.
The Casper Police Department in partnership with Metro Animal Shelter would like to sincerely thank the community of Casper for their support in rescuing and taking care of these animals. It is our honor to serve all members of this community.


This dry cat food is designed to meet the unique nutritional needs of senior cats, with ingredients that are easy to digest and promote healthy digestion. It also contains antioxidants to support the immune system, as well as a blend of nutrients to support healthy skin and coat. In addition to sensitive stomachs, many senior cats also struggle with weight control. Obesity can lead to a host of health problems, including diabetes, joint pain, and respiratory issues. Therefore, it’s important to choose a cat food that is specifically designed to help maintain a healthy weight. One option to consider is Hill’s Science Diet Adult Perfect Weight. This dry cat food is formulated with a blend of high-quality protein and natural fiber to help support healthy weight loss and weight management. It also contains a mix of vitamins and minerals to support overall health, as well as antioxidants to support the immune system.
Another great option is Blue Buffalo Indoor Health Natural Adult Dry Cat Food. This cat food is designed for indoor cats and is formulated to support healthy weight and digestion. It contains real chicken as the first ingredient, along with a blend of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables for optimal nutrition. It also contains a blend of vitamins and minerals to support overall health and well-being. In summary, senior cats with sensitive stomachs and weight control needs require a special diet to maintain their health and well-being. By choosing a cat food that is specifically formulated for these needs, pet owners can help their furry companions enjoy a happy, healthy, and comfortable senior life. Always consult with a veterinarian before making any sensitive stomach cat food changes to your cat’s diet or feeding routine.
As pet owners, we always want to provide the best possible care for our furry companions. One crucial aspect of their well-being is their diet, especially when it comes to cats with sensitive stomachs and different life stages. Choosing the right protein source for your cat can make all the difference in their digestive health and overall happiness. Consult with your veterinarian Your veterinarian is the best source of information when it comes to your cat’s nutritional needs. They can recommend the right type of food for your cat’s specific dietary requirements, including proteins that are safe and healthy for your cat’s stomach. Look for high-quality protein sources The protein source is the most important component of a cat’s diet. It’s essential to choose high-quality proteins that are easily digestible and contain all the essential amino acids that your cat needs to thrive.


Wellington Pet Sitting & Dog Walking
We offer pet sitting and dog walking services in Wellington, Lake Worth, Loxahatchee, Royal Palm Beach, West Palm Beach, Palm Springs, and Greenacres.
We are licensed insured and bonded and we offer a FREE introduction visit.
Daily Dog Walking
We offer daily dog walking in Wellington FL.
$20 – 15 minutes dog walking
$25 – half-hour dog walking
$40 – one hour dog walking
There is no additional charge if you have multiple dogs.
We charge an extra $5 on weekends and holidays or if you need our walking service after 7 pm.
Dog Boarding & Daycare
Dog Sitting in our home for small dogs. $50/day. Watch a video of our dog boarding home.
Overnight Pet Sitting
Overnight pet sitting in our client’s home.
$100 / night on weekends and holidays
Cat Sitting / Pet Sitting
20 – 15 minutes pet sitting
$25 – half-hour pet sitting
$40 – one hour pet sitting
There is no additional charge if you have multiple animals.
We charge an extra $5 on weekends and holidays or if you need our pet sitting service after 7 pm.


When you’re planning the design of an entirely new home or a major renovation, you have a unique opportunity to create something that perfectly suits you.
This is especially true for loving dog owners who feel that their pets are part of the family.
If your dogs are more like very short, furry children than “outside pets” to you and your family, you can build a home that welcomes and cares for your dogs as well as it cares for you.
1) Yard Space and a Sturdy Fence
The top feature every dog needs is the opportunity to run around, get out some energy, and take care of business.
While dogs love to be graced with your company and participation in play, just having access to a decent amount of yard space will allow them to run and play to their heart’s content.
Of course, if you don’t want the little rascals to go on walkabout from time to time, make sure your fence is sturdy and reinforced against creative digging efforts.
Non-organic fences can be built a few inches into the ground or you can use large half-buried bricks under the line of a bamboo or wood fence.
Natural growth fencing like hedges, unfortunately, are not sufficient.
2) Resistant Floors
Designing a home means deciding everything from the floor plan to the materials.
If you plan to live with dogs, consider the durability of the floors when choosing your material for both inside and outside.
You see, hard floors should be distinctly scratch and stain-resistant. This way, you’re not stressed if you happen to miss one week of nail clipping for your dog!
When you’re a pet owner, you know accidents happen. Resistant floors are always a good idea especially for pets and children, which make them an absolute necessity.
3) Mudroom or Garden Hose?
Outside time is not always a clean and dry experience. One of the best things you can do is ensure your new house is prepared for dog washes before you and your furry friend make contact with the carpets.
Building a mudroom is the perfect solution! Design a special entryway or laundry area that also has a space for hats, shoes, and a short shower stall so you can rinse your feet and your dog off.
Of course, since it’s always warm enough to wash your dog outside in Hawaii, make sure there’s a garden hose with a gentle spray nozzle at one end of your deck.
This way, you can wash yourself, your dog, and the deck all at once.
4) Washable Interior Paint
Let’s say that pre-emptive bath time isn’t a 100% reliable solution and sometimes muddy (or bath-soaked) dogs come galloping through the house anyway.
Preparing your new home for dog ownership requires tough, washable wall paint.
None of that stuff that comes up when rubbed with a sponge!
For wise dog ownership, you need something that can be scrubbed, possibly even bleached, in order to clean up after potentially big messes without having to repaint.
5) Feeding and Sleeping Space
The places where your dog spends the most time will take more wear and tear than the rest of the house.
Their eating and water area is more likely to get messy and their sleeping area will absolutely become a pit of dog fur and chewed toys.
Plan in advance by considering special tile or linoleum covered areas so your dog can live near you without damaging the nice carpets or wood floors.
6) Big Tub for Bathtime
Every dog takes bath time differently based on their breed, personality, and past experiences with baths.
If you don’t do all of your dog washing outside, or if your dog needs a bath during bad weather, you’ll need a nice big tub to bathe them in.
Some dog owners actually go out of their way to build a special dog washing space. It comes with a seat and a flat bottom for canine comfort.
Others simply prefer to work in a traditional bathtub.
Whichever’s the case for you, when designing your new home or renovation, make sure at least one bathroom (or the mudroom) has a tub that is big and comfortable enough to wash your dog in.
7) Magnetic Pet Door
The final touch to any dog-friendly home is a doggy door.
These convenient contraptions can be temporarily installed in a sliding glass door or window or permanently installed in an exterior door. You can even cut one into the wall.
With a single weather-proof magnetized dog door, your furry friend will be able to let themselves in and out of the house for exercise and personal needs. Therefore, the incident of accidents will significantly decrease.
You can even get a smart-door that responds to your dog’s collar or an implanted ID chip.
Use this Dog Owner’s Guide for Your Perfect Home
Building a new home or planning for a large remodel project is a uniquely personal experience. For once, you get to create a place to live that is designed to suit every one of your personal preferences and desires. You can design it to have a room for your favorite hobby, a kitchen made exactly how you like it, and even make the floorplan more accommodating for your favorite canine companions.
For more information about designing and building a custom home that’s perfect for you and your family, including the furry members, contact us today!


Whimzees - Alligator Small
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Alligator Dental Chews are the perfect low fat, tasty chew to give your pup for a healthy way to have fun! Because dental hygiene is paramount for your pup, this veggie based bone is a great way to help clean teeth and freshen breath.
- Highly digestible, low fat & high fiber.
- No wheat, sugar, preservatives, colors, GMOs & gluten free.
- Great alternative for meat based bones.
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Your dog will love these fun, healthy, good for their teeth Alligator Chews! They crumble into pieces to help the dogs avoid swallowing large chunks.
Ingredients and Feeding Instructions:
Potato starch, glycerin, powdered cellulose, lecithin, yeast, color added (malt extract, annatto extract, or alfalfa extract - see below).
Guaranteed Analysis: Crude Protein: 1.1% min. Crude Fat: 2.3% min. Crude Fat: 4.0% max Crude Fiber: 13.7% max Moisture: 12% max
Green Chews: with Alfalfa Extract for vitamins K, C, & six Bs, beta-catotene.
Orange Chews: with Annatto Extract, a rich source of antioxidants, from the Annatto fruit.
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i have spent the better part of today "windows" shopping for a yorkie puppy for my aunt and uncle who lost their "quincy" a couple of weeks ago... you know, there are a lot of puppies available, but this puppy has to pass several specifications. the puppy needs to be a male, mostly black, not too small/not too large, short legs, and most importantly his ears need to flop as opposed to standing at attention, lol. the last requirement has been the hardest to fill since it is very important to the breeder that their yorkie pups ears stand up (if they do not, they are considered to be sub-standard). all this only to say they want another quincy!!!
i personally do not like the idea of shipping animals, so i only looked at puppies in kentucky, tennessee, and southern indiana. it was so much fun looking at them. puppies are so adorable.
btw, i also had to look at the king charles spaniels while i was at it. the breeder we bought maggie from currently has a ruby, which are relatively rare. omgosh, she is precious!!!
but, i could never do that to my baby; she would be so jealous and... well, jealous!!! she's such a baby, and, far be it from me to mess up the good thing she's got going here at the berrongs:D
ok, so, back ot... i found my aunt and uncle four puppies from which to choose:
two were located in horse branch, ky, one was located in williamsburg, ky (my personal favorite but also the farthest drive to get to it), and the last in mount carmel, il.
i really hope she finds what she is looking for in one of the pups; however, when i last talked to her this afternoon, she'd pretty much talked herself into getting two!!! so, we'll see:=)
i love my aunt and uncle.
i love puppies.
i really love king charles spaniel puppies (when i went to pick up my maggie i got all teary eyed as soon as i saw her. she was sooooooooooooooooo precious!!!)!!!
thank you, GOD, for my maggie...


Pet insurance works a lot like health insurance for people. And as when insuring the humans in your home, it pays to shop around if you decide you want health coverage for your dog or cat.
Premiums for pet insurance policies range widely by company --- by more than $150 extra a year to insure a cat and upwards of $350 a year for a dog, we found when we examined pet insurance costs. Companies also vary in how they price certain provisions of a policy, and the conditions they impose for them.
Our list of pet insurance companies was comprised by evaluating all of these factors. We looked specifically for reasonable rates and considered deductibles, sign-up fees and discounts, too. The quality of coverage for your money played a major role in our process.
To make sure your pet and your wallet are covered for vet bills, read on to learn about Money’s picks for companies that offer the most affordable pet insurance. For more pet insurance reviews, click over to Money’s Best Pet Insurance Companies.
Our Top Picks for Cheap Pet Insurance Companies
- Embrace Pet Insurance: Best for Diminishing Deductibles
- Fetch Pet Insurance: Best for Avoiding Pre-Existing Condition Liability
- ASPCA Pet Health Insurance: Best for Multi-Pet Discount
- Figo Pet Insurance: Best for 100% Reimbursement
- Healthy Paws Pet Insurance: Best for Lifetime Value
Best Cheap Pet Insurance Reviews
Embrace Pet Insurance: Best for Diminishing Deductibles
|An enrollment fee of $25
|Vet exam fees are covered
|Monthly payments are charged a recurring $1 transaction fee
|Customizable plans to accommodate different budgets
|A minimum deductible of $200
|Distinguishes between curable and incurable pre-existing conditions
As can be the case with your own health insurance, pet policies come with a deductible — typically between $250 and $1,000 — that must be met every year before reimbursement begins.
With an Embrace Pet Insurance policy, deductibles decrease the longer there hasn’t been a claim. These diminishing deductibles are reduced by $50 every year that you don’t file a claim on behalf of your pet. If your pet is sufficiently healthy and suffers no accidents, your deductible can eventually be lowered to $0.
Embrace Pet Insurance also allows you to customize certain parts of your policy such as the reimbursement percentage. As a result, you can get the coverage you need while staying within your budget.
Fetch Pet Insurance: Best for Avoiding Pre-Existing Condition Liability
|Coverage can begin at six weeks
|No discounts for multiple pets
|A sign-up fee is not required
|Preventive care plans are not available
|Sick visit exam fees are covered
|Routine care procedures are not covered
|No lifetime claims limit
Pre-existing conditions are not typically covered by any pet insurance plans. What’s more, depending on the company, a lot of medical issues may be considered to be pre-existing. One best way to avoid this is by insuring your pet when they are as young as possible.
While accident and illness issues — the heart of coverage for most policies — are rare during the puppy years, coverage can be initiated then.
With Fetch Pet Insurance, you can insure your pet as early as six weeks old — an unusually young age. At this point in a pet’s life, a lot of health issues that could be considered pre-existing, such as congenital conditions, have not yet presented themselves. As such, you’ll have greater assurance of having a policy later, when you most need it. You could (by adding an extra monthly payment) also enjoy preventative coverage during the puppy or kitten years when a lot of wellness care (such as vaccinations) is needed.
ASPCA Pet Health Insurance: Best for Multi-Pet Discount
|A 10% discount for each pet added to your policy
|At 14 days, the accident waiting period is longer than some competitors
|Thirty-day money-back guarantee (so long as no claims have been filed)
|Wellness coverage has an annual coverage limit of $450.
|Coverage includes prescription medication
|All pets are eligible regardless of health conditions
ASPCA (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals) Pet Health Insurance offers you a 10% discount for each additional pet on your insurance policy. For policyholders who have two or more pets in their household, this is a plus.
ASPCA coverage might also be particularly attractive to cat owners, who studies have shown have a tendency to own multiple felines.
Another stand-out feature of ASPCA pet insurance is the fact that it's among the policies that cover prescription medications. As anyone who owns a pet that requires medication will verify, these costs can really pile up over time.
Although ASPCA’s accident-only plan is cheaper by industry standards, it covers less than their accident and illness plan. For pet parents who need more, ASPCA also offers an unlimited annual benefit option.
Figo Pet Insurance: Best for 100% Reimbursement
|Visit any vet in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico
|A $2 monthly service fee is charged unless you pay annually
|Thirty-day money-back guarantee (so long as no claims have been filed)
|No wellness plan available
|No pet age limits; good for older pets
|Exam fees are not included
|Includes alternative treatments
One hundred percent reimbursement means you will not have to pay anything else out of pocket every year, once you satisfy your deductible. Of all the pet insurance companies that offer a 100% reimbursement rate, Figo Pet Insurance is among the cheapest. They also offer easy-to-understand comprehensive coverage, along with the option to customize your own plan by setting a reimbursement percentage, deductible amount, and other possible add-ons. Plans even include alternative therapies like acupuncture and chiropractic care.
Figo also stands out for its unique mobile app called Pet Cloud, offering 24/7 virtual vet visits. This feature is included with all plans at no additional cost and provides access to a live veterinarian for checkups and other advice at any time of the day or night. This is a good feature for tech-savvy pet owners looking for veterinary care.
Healthy Paws: Best for Lifetime Value
|Unlimited annual and lifetime coverage
|Some age restrictions
|Most claims (99%) are processed in two days
|Exam fees are not included
|Premiums start around $15/month for cat insurance and $20/month for dog insurance
|Only one plan available
|Hip dysplasia is covered if enrolled before the pet’s age reaches six
Healthy Paws has no payment caps on all their plans, meaning that once you pay the deductible, there is no monthly or annual limit on the amount that the company will reimburse you. This lack of limits may save you a considerable amount of money during the lifetime of your pet, especially if it develops a serious or long-term condition.
Conveniently, claims can be submitted via email, fax, website, or mobile app. Policyholders may receive reimbursements, via mailed check or direct deposit. Also, Healthy Paws claims that 99% of these reimbursements are processed within just two days.
Cheap Pet Insurance Guide
What Does Pet Insurance Cover?
What will be reimbursed under your pet insurance depends on the policy you choose, and what it does and doesn’t cover. The three main areas of insurance coverage are illness, injuries, and wellness.
Insurers typically combine the two areas of acute care into combined “accident and illness” policies, the most popular of the coverage options. The illness coverage ranges from mild accidents like sprains to more serious issues like cancer treatments. Covered accidents include both self-inflicted injuries, such as the pet swallowing a foreign object, to such mishaps as car accidents.
Most if not all pet insurers do not cover pre-existing conditions. Some companies also have a list of conditions that are excluded from coverage.
That said, just because your pet has a pre-existing condition, this does not keep them from becoming insured for all other perils.
How To Pay Less for Pet Insurance
Insure your pet early
Making sure your pet is insured as soon as possible is key. Once your pet is a few months old, certain health issues may arise, such as congenital or hereditary conditions, making them more expensive to insure.
Furthermore, these pre-existing conditions will most likely not be covered by any pet insurance provider, regardless of the pet's age. Some companies even enforce a waiting period after enrollment that must elapse before your pet can enjoy full coverage.
Naturally, starting early with coverage will likely mean you are paying premiums for more years and could result in higher lifetime payments.
Maintain a healthy pet
Make sure to stay up to date with your pet’s vaccinations, heartworm medication, and any flea and tick protection. The better you care for your pet, the healthier they will be. Even if your pet insurance doesn't reimburse for preventive care, as is the case for most policies, providing it to your pet could give you peace of mind, and might save you a lot of grief, money, and time in the long run.
Some companies offer diminishing premiums the longer time passes without a claim. Other companies will give you a credit if your pet remains healthy for a certain length of time, thereby incentivizing you to take care of your pet and save money, all at the same time.
Forget monthly, pay annually
Similar to other insurance companies, pet insurance providers allow the option to pay for their coverage in a single, annual payment. And many pet insurance companies offer a discount if you opt to pay in this way, rather than every month or every six months.
This offers the additional benefit of paying less while guaranteeing that your pet will be covered throughout the entire year, with no risk of coverage lapsing if you forget to make your monthly premium payment.
A higher deductible means lower premiums
If your insurer allows for some flexibility with your deductibles (and most do), you may want to set them at a higher amount. Doing that typically allows your premiums to come down.
The only drawback to this approach, obviously, is that if your pet should have an accident or need an emergency procedure, you will have to cover the cost of the deductible, however high.
The Costs Associated with Pet Insurance Coverage
The average monthly price of pet insurance is $47 for dogs and $29.50 for cats, according to the North American Pet Health Insurance Association.
How much you end up paying in premiums will depend on a variety of factors, including your pet’s breed, age, gender, and where you reside. Different plans may have varying limits and coverages.
That said, a lot of (if not most) pet insurance companies operate on a reimbursement model, so the initial costs at the vet are out-of-pocket. The insurer then reimburses you the cost minus the deductible or copay.
Whether pet insurance will be a cost-effective alternative depends on your particular situation, including your ability and inclination to pay very large vet bills — which is when a policy offers the greatest potential benefit. When evaluating a policy, keep in mind the cost as well as the potential benefits.
Those costs include that of the co-payment you’ll have to contribute, typically of between 10% and 30% of the bill, after the deductible has been met.
If your pet had a pre-existing condition when you bought the insurance, it will not be covered under the policy. This means you'll have to pay full price for any procedure.
By doing the math on these considerations, you can determine whether a pet insurance policy will benefit your pet and your wallet.
Cheap Pet Insurance FAQs
When is the best time to insure my pet?
One argument is that the best time to insure your pet is as soon as you’re able. Some companies allow you to insure your pets when they’re only a few weeks old. This reduces the cost of your premium, at least initially, because there’s only a slim chance of a pet needing acute care at a young age.
However, since serious accidents and illness are comparatively rare for the first few years in the life of a dog or cat, there’s also an argument to delay coverage. There’s a risk of being shut out of coverage due to the development of a pre-existing condition, but you will otherwise wind up spending less in premiums over the lifetime of the pet.
Does pet insurance cover routine care?
Some pet insurance policies cover routine care such as annual checkups. Typically, they are considered comprehensive care plans and include not only accident and illness coverage but preventive and wellness care. Premiums are typically higher than for accident and illness policies.
Is pet insurance tax-deductible?
In most cases, pet insurance is not tax-deductible. There are some exceptions, though, for guide dogs or service animals that help disabled individuals. Pets deemed emotional support animals cannot be claimed on your tax forms.
What are the risks if I don’t insure my pet?
The biggest risk of not insuring your pet is having to pay the full cost of very high medical fees in the event your pet develops a serious condition such as cancer or has a serious accident, such as being struck by a car.
Worse yet is not being able to meet those financial obligations and being forced to put down your pet.
However, keep in mind that the likelihood of such a condition developing is low, statistically speaking, and that very high vet bills will also trigger very high co-payments on your part. For example, $10,000 in bills to treat cancer — which is a plausible total — would require you to contribute anywhere from $1,000 to $3,000 to that cost, depending on the percentage of reimbursement under your policy.
How We Chose the Best Cheap Pet Insurance
To put together our list of The 5 Best Cheap Pet Insurance, we researched premiums and policy provisions for a wide variety of pet insurance providers. For companies to meet our requirements, they needed to offer valuable features at affordable and competitive prices. We took into consideration both short-term savings like monthly premiums and long-term factors such as lifetime limits.
What you pay to insure your pet depends entirely on your particular circumstances. With that in mind, we looked at average rates and pricing, flexibility with premiums and annual deductibles, and any potential limits on reimbursements to policyholders.
For more pet insurance reviews, including Trupanion, Nationwide, PetFirst, TrustedPals, Pets Best, 24PetWatch, Hartville, and Pet Assure, check out Money’s Best Pet Insurance Companies of 2022.


Strong Roots Build a Strong Dog
We put so much love into our dogs. Each litter is planned from the beginning, it is never an accident or an oops. Our dogs are loved and are given the best care possible. I fully believe that a healthy puppy starts with a healthy mom and dad, and that is why, even before conception, we are always thinking about future litters. Good nutrition and keeping up with vaccinations is a good start, but not nearly enough when it comes to raising healthy hunting dogs. They need love and mental stimulation. German Shorthairs are such people dogs, they crave human interaction. They are highly intelligent, but driven to hunt birds, or really, anything that flies. They are smart, and they have energy. Boy, do they have energy. You will wear out before they do, for sure. We do not run a kennel. These dogs are our family. The puppies are our babies, and we pass them along to your family to love and be cherished. Take a look at some of our dogs, and our puppies from past litters, and let us know what you think! To reduce traffic by spammers many of our pages are password protected.


Adorable creatures as they are, animals can prove to be of great help for your mental, physical and social well-being. Any pet owner can testify that their best friend is worth all the love and affection. Around 12 million British households choose to keep a pet. In case you are contemplating on getting a furry friend of your own then think no more! Pets provide many benefits to humans. Owing pets creates increased opportunities to exercise, venture outdoors, and socialize. Regular walking or playing with pets can provide a host of physical benefits like lower blood pressure, decreased cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Studies have proved that the bond between pets and their owners are beneficial in the emotional well-being of humans. Pet companionship can reduce stress, ease loneliness, relieve anxiety, fight depression and bring happiness to their owners. Pets change lives in so many ways. They can be our best friends, confidants, motivators or in some cases - our lifeline !
Having a pet is like having a friend wouldn’t judge you and will be there for you through thick and thin. They are indeed a man’s best friend. Although they cannot use words to communicate, pets are able to detect your mood shifts and know when to provide comfort. Pets have evolved to become acutely attuned to humans and our behaviour and emotions. On a dismal day, pets can provide the much-needed serotonin boost. They play the role of an ideal friend by always being there for us in our time of need. They can be our soulmates and companions for life.
Owning a pet can help reduce levels of the stress hormone cortisol, and increase serotonin (“happy hormone”) levels in your brain. Modern times are stressful and high levels of competition can cause anxiety. Having pets helps us to reduce stress levels by providing numerous therapeutic benefits. A single session of stroking your canine, watching fish swim, feeding birds, caring for a cat or playing with a rabbit can significantly improve your mental health and promote healthy cognitive function. One of the reasons for these therapeutic effects is the fulfilment of the basic human need for touch. Experiencing mutual affection with a loving pet can rapidly calm and soothe you.
With social distancing and lockdowns, we are confined to the perimeter of our houses. This can leave us alone and isolated from our loved ones. For many of us, pets are our sole companions. Loneliness can affect people of any age and can have detrimental effects on our mental well-being. Having pets for company can help find meaning and joy in life.
Educators have advocated the benefits of therapy animals in helping developmentally challenged children enhance learning, social and emotional skills. Children feel relaxed around their non-judgmental pals with paws which can accelerate their learning abilities and boost their mood. Pets are being trained as therapy pets to treat various mental illnesses and to provide therapy to those in hospitals, care homes and hospices.
Having a pet is a huge responsibility to take on. They have to be groomed, bathed, fed and more importantly-walked. Studies have shown that pet owners are far more likely to meet their daily exercise requirements and exercising every day is great for the animal as well. Having a pet can encourage us to add structure to your day and build a healthy routine. Adopting healthy life changes is imperative to maintain physical fitness. Owning pets is a great stimulus for exercising and can help us inculcate a disciplined exercise regime. Taking a dog for a walk, hike, or run are fun and rewarding ways to fit healthy daily exercise into your schedule. We have been told of the benefits of working out; but to name a few - lower risk of heart disease, healthier mind, tackling obesity and the issues rooting from it. All of this just by introducing a four-legged member in your family!
It is scientifically proven that people who are around pets are less likely to fall sick. The reason being, pets expose us to bacteria around us which builds our immune system to fight diseases. Children in households with a pet have two types of bacteria in their bodies, Ruminococcus and Oscillospira, that reduce the risk of common allergies, asthma, and obesity, and they were less likely to develop eczema. While it's no guarantee that owning a pet will stop your children from developing certain allergies, the evidence suggests the dander in their fur may help. However, it's worth noting that you should never own a cat or dog if you are allergic to them – you won't suddenly become immune!
Good pet ownership comes with its fair share of responsibilities. Animals prove to be catalysts for budding new connections and preserving old ones. Pet owners are more empathetic and supportive towards the people in their lives. Pets and a thriving social life complement each other. Pets can be a great social lubricant for their owners, helping you start and maintain new friendships. Maybe the next time you take your pooch on a walk, you might strike up a conversation with a soon-to-be lifelong friend.


Säde became to our family as a "black sheep". We were never really supposed
to have a black poodle but after Säde we can only ask why. Säde is really
worth her nick name which means Shine in English. She is really a sunshine
of our lives!
started her show career at the age of 15 months when it was possible to
move her to toy poodles (she was born from miniature dam). Nine months later
she finished her Finnish Champion -title at the age of two years and nine
Beside dog shows
Säde has also trained agility since she was six months old. She started to
compete at the age of 18 month and one day. Nowadays Säde competes in
advanced agility class and she has shown excellent results and speed many
times. Säde became Finnish Agility Champion on June 2013.
Säde has two litters Enjoue C and F. We are very
pleased with all of them with they health, looks and temperament.
Säde has made all of our expectations true and
even more. She is really one of a kind.


Tired of getting your hands dirty when playing fetch with your dog? Or hate keep having to bend down to pick up the ball?
This new ball chucker can solve all your problems and allow you to have as much fun as your dog while playing fetch, with a comfortable grip and an easy ball scooper you can keep your hands clean or risk damaging your back. It is lightweight and easy to use allowing you to throw the ball further which in turn gives your dog a greater exercise as it chases after the ball.
Ball launcher can throw long distance
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Lightweight and easy to use
Comes in 3 colours (Red/Blue/Yellow)
Includes free tennis ball
Height: 48cm Weight: 150g
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Catdog by Nickelodeon & Peter Hannan
A pair of conjoined brothers who are clearly a Cat on one end, and a Dog on the other. hey live in the town of Nearburg, where they socialize with the local folk, and are either respected or tormented, depending on the character or situation.
Voice: Jim Cummings
The smarter and more cunning of the two. He is of a civilized manner, and when Catdog are shunned by society, Cat gets the short end of the stick, especially when it comes to the Greaser Dogs. He has a habit of tricking Dog into getting what he wants, and as a result of his greediness, these schemes blow up in his face. Despite the spats the two get into, Cat does care about Dog, and his guilty conscience usually ends said spats. Cat is afraid of water, like any cat would be, and does not like to swim.
Voice: Tom Kenny
The free-spirited and naive of the two. Dog is very ambitious and takes on a task with full force. He is also easily convinced, and often tricked by Cat into getting what he wants. Much to Cat's dismay, he eats garbage and leaves a mess wherever he goes. Dog is easily distracted, and will chase the Garbage Truck every week, much to the chagrin of cat. Despite his habit of getting into trouble and ignoring cats warnings, he looks up to cat like a role model. Dog is also shown to be the more popular and athletic of the two.


4 Tips to caring for your dog this winter
1 August 2018
Winter can be a tough season. And for all of us, when the cold weather hits, we quickly look for ways to keep ourselves warm and protected from the elements. There are a number of things we can do as pet owners, to keep our dog happy and healthy until the weather warms again.
Here’s our top 4 tips for keeping your dog safe, warm and well during the winter months:
Protect your pet from heaters
When the weather cools, dogs (just like us) will often head right for our indoor heating sources. Eliminating space heaters and covering baseboard radiators , along with pet-proofing fireplaces or gas-radiant heaters will make sure your dog stays out of harms way.
Grooming and groovy coats
When the temperature drops, it’s easy to assume that your dog’s furry coat will provide all the insulation they need. Short-haired dogs like the Dobermann or Jack Russell lack the necessary long coat to keep them well insulated and will need the extra protection of a (groovy!) dog coat. A good coat should reach from the neck to the base of the tail for affective insulation.
Long coats on breeds like the English Setter, have natural insulation, but debris and matting can have a detrimental affect in keeping your dog warm. Regular grooming and a clean coat is a must over the winter months!
Health risks in winter
When the weather becomes extreme, the risk of hyperthermia or frostbite can play a part in our dog’s wellbeing. Hyperthermia (abnormally low body temperature) can happen when your dog spends too much time in the cold, perhaps gets wet while in really cold temperatures or when a dog with existing poor health is exposed to the cold for too long. Frostbite is an injury or destruction of the skin and results from long periods of time exposed to freezing temperatures. It can sometimes not be as obvious, but can cause a great deal of pain for your pet as the skin warms after exposure. Protecting your dog from these two damaging health risks is essential during the winter months.
Shelter from the elements
Whether your dog is indoors or outdoors at night, it’s important to keep your dog warm during cold winter nights. For indoor dogs, change the location of their bedding if needed, preferably keeping them off the ground and out of drafts. For outdoor dogs, provide protected spots in your yard out of daytime winds and a good dog kennel for night time warmth. Ideally, the kennel should be large enough to keep them comfortable, yet small enough that their own body heat will keep them warm overnight. Placing a flap on the entrance to their kennel can block out the wind and make sure they have a comfortable night.
Winter can sometimes be a season to endure…depending on the weather. At Playgrounds Geelong we have a range of high quality dog kennels available and would love to chat to you about the right one for your place. Check out more here.
Keeping a comfortable environment for your dog can mean a safe and healthy winter, so that when the change of season comes you and your pet will be ready for lots of fun in the sun.


Thursday, February 18, 2010
To the untrained eye, this is a guinea pig.
Guinea pigs are cute and fun.
I used to have a guinea pig. His name was Gizmo.
I miss Gizmo.
Anyhow, most of us have untrained eyes.
Children, however, call them as they see them.
Kyle enlightened us today.
We were mistaken: This is NOT, I repeat, NOT a guinea pig.
This is, in fact, a piggy mouse.
Posted by Lisa W. at 10:21 PM


Approximately 1.2 Million Dogs Are Killed On The Road Each Year in the USA Alone!
These Statistics Are Staggering, Scary and Real. In Most Of These Cases, The Dog Was Hit For a Relatively Simple Reason - Cannot Be Seen By the Motorist and The Driver Only Spots The Dog Once It Is Too Late.
How Do We Help to Stop These Preventable Deaths? Buy our LED DOG COLLAR to keep them seen, safe, and protected during the day and at night.
The LED dog collar is perfect for walks after sundown, or for letting the dog out after dusk. Quickly spot your pup in the back yard at night to make sure they are okay! This collar is also great if you like to bring your dog camping! Put the LED dog collar on and let your dog roam free, while you relax knowing your best friend is close by. Dog lights are the number one way to stay seen!
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Ticks – ugh!
They’re creepy and they can carry disease.
Experts warn us each year that it’ll be an especially bad year for ticks. They also share the reminder that the disease incidence is becoming endemic in new areas.
If your dog plays in wooded areas, once in a while he’ll probably pick up a tick or two. Yes, even if you use prevention. No matter what you use for prevention … even the toxic, carcinogenic pharmaceutical products aren’t 100% tick proof.
The good news is that most tick-borne diseases aren’t transmitted immediately. So, if you get ticks off your dog within 24 to 36 hours of a tick bite, he’s unlikely to get infected.
But that means it’s really important to check your dog for ticks and remove them quickly.
But before we talk about the do’s and don’ts of tick removal, let’s look at the tick diseases your dog might be exposed to.
Tick Diseases In Dogs
Are ticks common where you live?
Here’s how to find out …
- The most common diseases ticks can pass on to dogs
- Which ticks carry those diseases
- Geographic areas where these ticks live
This is an emerging disease that’s quite rare but worth mentioning because it’s not spread by a tick bite, but by dogs eating infected ticks …
American canine hepatozoonosis (ACH)
(Hepatozoon canis, Hepatozoon americanum)
- This can happen when a dog removes ticks off his own body, or if he eats prey that has ticks.
- It can be a highly debilitating disease. So it’s especially important to remove ticks from your dog before he does it himself!
- ACH exists in the south-central and southeastern US
Is There Tick Disease Where You Live?
To check the incidence of tick disease near you, go to the Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC). They have nice interactive maps for the US and Canada on their website.
These maps show the prevalence for Lyme disease, erlichiosis and anaplasmosis for 2019 … You can also find maps for Canada.
As you view this data, keep in mind that the big pharmaceutical companies sponsor this CAPC website. You know, the companies who make money when you buy their tick products!
Removing Ticks From Your Dog
The first rule is to get ticks off your dog quickly.
So let’s take a look at some DOs and DON’Ts to keep in mind.
DO … remove ticks within 24 to 36 hours of a bite.
If your dog’s out every day in areas with ticks, then you need to check him every day. Otherwise, check him when he’s been in the woods or any tick-infested area.
TIP: Some dogs may “show” you where they have a tick. Watch your dog to see if he’s scratching or biting at himself repeatedly in one place.
DO … check him thoroughly all over.
Ticks especially like to hang out in places like …
- His groin
- Between his toes
- In or around his ears
- Around the anal area
- His tail and eyelids
TIP: If you have a long-haired or double-coated dog, use a dog hair dryer to blow his coat around. The hairs will part so you can see his skin and spot any ticks lurking there. You can also use your own hairdryer on a very cool setting so you don’t burn your dog.
If You Find A Tick On Your Dog
DO … use tweezers:
- Part your dog’s hair around the tick with your fingers.
- Place the tweezers around the tick, as close as you can get to the skin.
- Don’t twist or jerk the tick.
- Pull gently upwards with steady hands. Add pressure until the tick lets you pull it away from the skin.
- Clean the bite area and your hands with rubbing alcohol, iodine, or soap and water.
- Dispose of the tick by killing it in alcohol … or flush it down the toilet.
- If you’re concerned about tick disease, save the tick in alcohol for testing.
DO … use a tick removal gadget.
There are several on the market. I like the Tick Key and I keep one in a few rooms of my house so it’s close at hand when I find a tick on my dog. You can also keep it on your key ring.
- Place the large opening of the Tick Key over the tick as close to the skin as you can
- Slide the Tick Key until the tick is in the narrow slot at the end
- Keep sliding the tick key in the same direction, along the skin
- The tick will come out including the head and mouth parts in all
- Clean the bite area and your hands with rubbing alcohol, iodine or soap, and water
- You can kill the tick by putting it in alcohol, or wrap it in tape and flush it down the toilet
- If you’re concerned your dog may have contracted tick disease, save the tick in alcohol for testing
- DON’T … remove ticks with your fingers (though I must admit I do sometimes). If you do this too, use a tissue or paper towel. Disinfect your hands afterward with soap and water. You don’t really want tick saliva or blood on your fingers. And don’t forget to clean the bite area on your dog.
- DON’T … squish or crush a tick. This can force infected body fluids through the tick’s mouth. It increases the risk of infection for you and your dog.
- DON’T … worry if the mouthpart of the tick stays in your dog’s skin. It can happen sometimes when they’re really well embedded. It’s a bit like having a splinter and it will fall out in a few days.
- DON’T … put things like nail polish, vaseline or repellents on the tick to try to suffocate or kill it. This can cause the tick to vomit into your dog, increasing the possibility of infection.
- DON’T … burn the tick with a lighted cigarette or hot match. These can also cause vomiting.
- DON’T … throw the tick in your trashcan or sink. They can easily crawl back out.
How Long Can Ticks Survive Without A Host?
I’ve often wondered about this because I’ve sometimes dropped a tick after removing it … so I looked it up.
Now I’ll be a lot less worried that there’s a tick wandering around my house looking for someone to bite.
This is what I found out about deer ticks and most other hard ticks – the ones that usually carry disease.
- They can dry out and die very quickly if humidity is less than 90%.
- Most won’t survive 24 hours and will often die within 8 hours.
- On moist clothing in a laundry hamper they might survive 2 or 3 days, or longer if they’ve recently had a blood meal.
But what if you bring ticks home on your clothes?
Well, here’s what a study by the University of Vermont found. Putting your clothes in the dryer for 5 minutes on high heat will kill ticks.
If you wash your clothes first, the water temperature needs to be above 115°F to kill them.
If a tick survives the wash cycle, put the clothes in the dryer. Dry for 70 minutes on low heat or 50 minutes on high heat.
This study used Blacklegged (deer) ticks … so other ticks may respond differently.
Of course, keeping ticks off your dog in the first place is the best strategy. But it’s always worthwhile taking the time to check him regularly for ticks.
If you remove them promptly, the likelihood of your dog getting a tick-borne disease is very low.
Now, before I go …
Here are some quick tips to help keep the ticks off your dog in the first place:
Keeping Ticks Off Your Dog
There are many chemical tick preventives that can harm your dog.
These include spot-ons and sprays or collars that repel insects. They include brands your vet may prescribe like …
These pesticides are toxic and can all cause risky side effects in your dog.
There are also some new oral flea and tick preventives. You give them monthly or every three months. The brand names are Nexgard, Bravecto, and Simparica.
You might think it sounds very convenient to just give your dog a tasty chew every month or so … but they’re very risky.
These drugs circulate in your dog’s bloodstream. Once in the blood, they work by attacking the nervous system of the insect to kill it.
This means they can also be dangerous for your dog.
The side effects include …
Once these drugs are in your dog’s bloodstream, they’ll be there for several weeks or even months.
So if your dog has an adverse reaction, you can’t get it out of his system!
It’s much safer to avoid these side effects by using organic and natural tick repellents.
3 Natural Solutions
1. Stopping Ticks With Food
- Garlic – Garlic helps repel fleas and ticks as the odor comes through your dog’s skin. Don’t think garlic is toxic to your dog! It’s a healthy addition to your dog’s diet. The key is to feed the right dose – about 1/3 tsp of fresh chopped garlic per 10 lbs of your dog’s body weight.
- Apple Cider Vinegar – Give your dog 1/2 tsp per day per 25 lbs of body weight. Add it to your dog’s food or water bowl. The apple cider vinegar adds acidity to your dog’s blood. This makes him less appealing to ticks – and fleas too!
[Related: Garlic For Dogs: Poison Or Medicine?]
2. Topical Tick Preventives
Herbal Flea And Tick Powder
Herbal Flea And Tick Collars
You can make your own herbal flea and tick collar by …
- Mixing 2 Tbsp of almond oil with 2 drops of rose geranium essential oil or palo santo essential oil.
- Dab a few drops on your dog’s collar or a bandana.
- Remove the collar or bandana when your dog comes indoors.
- Reapply the essential oil to the collar or bandana weekly.
There are also several herbal or essential oil tick collars you can buy.
Avoid any products containing essential oils of wintergreen, pennyroyal, and clove. These oils are dangerous for your dog and should not be used for any reason.
Make your own tick shampoo …
- Mix several drops of palo santo essential oil with your favorite organic lavender shampoo.
- Let the suds sit on your dog for 20 minutes, then rinse.
This will kill any existing ticks … and help repel new ones.
Make your own citrus repellent …
- Cut a lemon into quarters and put them into a pint jar.
- Cover with boiling water. Let it steep overnight.
- In the morning, pour the liquid into a spray bottle.
- Mist your dog (be careful around his eyes and nose).
TIP: For best results, pay special attention to these areas …
- behind his ears
- around his head
- the base of his tail
- his armpits
Diatomaceous Earth (DE)
DE is a fine white powder. It’s the fossilized remains of tiny aquatic creatures called diatoms.
- Buy food grade diatomaceous earth.
- Sprinkle a small amount on your dog, starting at the tail.
- Hold back the coat so you get the powder on his skin.
- The powder will pierce the protective structures of ticks.
- They will dehydrate and die.
It’s safe for your dog but can be drying to his skin. So don’t over-use it, and be careful not to get it in his eyes, nose or mouth.
3. For Your Yard
If ticks live in your yard, you can take steps to get rid of them.
Nematodes feed on tick larvae. This breaks their life cycle and kills off the parasite. The beneficial nematodes are microscopic, worm-like organisms that live in soil. They eat many kinds of garden pests as well as fleas and ticks.
You can buy them online at places like Arbico Organics or Amazon. They come ready to use. Add water as directed on the package. Spray them throughout your yard using a hose sprayer or a watering can.
Use food-grade DE and sprinkle it around your yard. The powder is lethal to ticks and fleas but safe for pets and humans. And it won’t hurt beneficial earthworms either. It also contains minerals that are good for your garden.
Let your dog be a dog and don’t worry! There are many ways to protect your dog from ticks.
Ticks don’t always have to be scary! Remember to check your dog for ticks.
Oh … and don’t forget to check yourself as well!


The bad news of the day was that while we were playing at the beach, LT was at the vet for follow up exam, xrays, and bloodwork as he has not been doing too well. He is lethargic, won't eat barely anything (besides chicken), pees on himself and my floors frequently, and just isn't a happy dog. The vet took another xray and now his heart is enlarged even more than 2 months ago, his lungs don't look much better despite all the medications and his murmur sounds 3X worse! Poor little guy. She is shocked at how fast his condition is progressing and she isnt quite sure how to treat him since we don't know the exact cause of his heart failure. She is recommending we take him to a canine cardiologist who can do an echocardiogram and make some suggestions for his care based more on knowing what the actual cause is. The first appointment I could get with the cardiologist is next Tuesday, but my vet is going to call me back tomorrow and if she thinks he needs to be seen sooner they will squeeze him in. Poor LT :( We will do whatever we can to keep him happy and sort of healthy, but I know we are on the downhill of this battle and the end is probably nearing faster than we want it. We are hoping we can get him feeling slightly better and eating more so he can at least enjoy the rest of his life.
So my Monday was a roller coaster or really fun times and really bad news. At least you get to see all the photos of the good part of my day and hope you enjoy seeing them as much as I do. I think her smile says it all.


We threw around a couple of different names, but as soon as the name "Daisy" was brought up, it stuck. Hayden loved it because Daisy is a character on Super Mario, and the girls just thought it was cute. So, meet Daisy:
She's a ShihTzu/Bischon Frise mix, and is so adorable! She is six weeks old, and such a good puppy. We are feeling so lucky to have such a sweetheart. She is playful, but so mellow and good with the kids too.
It's fun to see the way she acts differently around all the kids, and how they all interact with her in different ways.
Hayden LOVES to let her chase him and play with her little toys with her. He laughs so hard and can't decide if he loves it or is a little bit afraid when Daisy chases him, trying to get her little toy from him. He usually ends up dropping it and running away, laughing as he watches Daisy attack her little toy. The first day she was here, Hayden kept saying, "Please tell me I'm not dreaming." It was so cute!
Kate loves to hold her, but doesn't try to "man handle" her too much. She thinks she is fun to watch, but doesn't quite know how to hold her yet. She loves to have her on her lap, but kind of doesn't know what to do when Daisy starts to move around. But she gets so excited to see Daisy wake up and always wants to know where she is.
Rylee is the little doggy mommy. She carries her around like a baby and is constantly near her to make sure she is okay. She takes her outside to go potty and just dotes on her. She worries about her just like a mom would worry about her child. She feels so bad and sits by Daisy to pet her when she is twitching in her sleep. She is so worried that she is afraid or sad because she isn't with her mommy any more. She is determined to arrange a "doggie family reunion" so Daisy can see her mom and dad again.
Lana mothers Daisy quite a bit too. She is always anxiously waiting for her to wake up from naps so she can play with her and snuggle her. She loves it when Daisy chases her feet and laughs hysterically just watching her play. She had to hold her in the car on the way home and then walk down the street and show her friend her new puppy as soon as we got home with her. She's definitely smitten.
We are all so excited to have a new pet, and it is so easy to see how pets become like family. She is adorable!


We are a local 501(c)(3) dedicated to the welfare of cats in Hudson County. Through Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR), we humanely manage feral cat populations and prevent unwanted litters. We also find loving homes for friendly cats in need.
We are so pleased to announce we are the recipients of the Kia PetFinder Grant! This grant is available thanks to Kia as a part of their Accelerate the Good program. This program allow us to offer reduced-fee adoptions on many of our adoptable cats. Please check out some of the cats whose adoption fees will be reduced by 50% thanks to the Kia PetFinder Grant — Denver, Winston & Wisco, Benny and Papitas! Thank you Kia and Petfinder Foundation.
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We love our members and are thrilled when the feeling is mutual. Hear about how a Vet Alliance membership has supported these individuals with their practices.
They pay for my membership many times over and help my hospital’s profitability. The VA is helping veterinary clinics maximize their buying power. Fantastic idea!”
Amy Schneider, DVM
Valley Veterinary Hospitals, LTD.
This is a very professionally run organization and they are striving to give back to the members the best possible opportunities for savings and continuing education
Cathy Hooper, DVM Owner,
Glendale Veterinary Hospital
When we were approached to join the Vet Alliance, at first I was a little tentative due to the concept. However after being a member for approximately 8 months, I have quickly witnessed the value of the membership. The yearly dues were more than paid off in only a few months and the rebate was timely and impressive. When you factor in the continuing education seminars that are included with the membership, it is hard to imagine why ANY veterinary hospital would not jump on board
Dr. Todd Morgan, DVM
Morgan Animal Hospital


Yesterday, I wrote about the whole cat people vs. dog people thing. Today, I thought I’d introduce you to the canines who hold my heart in their fuzzy little paws.
Jake & Daphne
In November 2003, I moved back home for the first time since I was 17. I wanted to save up for a house, and my parents decided to help me out by giving me a place to live and work. That Christmas, the three of us drove to a rural patch of Maryland to pick out two schnoodle pups. When we got there, we were taken to a barn. The seller opened a door and let in a bunch of puppies and told us to pick out the ones we wanted. Looking back, we’re pretty sure the outfit was a small step up from a puppy mill. But at the time, all we could see was their cute, fuzzy faces.
Daphne was hands-down the prettiest puppy I ever saw in my whole life. I couldn’t stop staring at her on the ride home. And Jake?
Well, he peed on my shoe.
They are funny dogs. Jake always looks a little depressed. I call him Eeyore. He loves playing with bouncy balls. In fact, one time when we got tired of playing ball with him, he ran up the stairs with one in his mouth, spit it out at the top landing, and then chased after it. And then did it again. And again.
Daphne sometimes acts like more of a cat – like she can’t be bothered with you. She’s moody and at times neurotic. For a while, they had to give her Prozac daily, to keep her from gnawing at her paw, OCD-style. (I forgot to mention that Jake has massive panic attacks whenever there’s a thunderstorm and/or fireworks. It’s bad enough that my mom used to have to give him Valium to keep him from having a complete meltdown. The holistic stuff, like the squeeze machine shirts, just didn’t work.)
Jake was totally a mama’s boy, and Daphne is definitely daddy’s little girl. I love them both like crazy. I helped raise them from tiny fluff balls into grown up doggies. I was the one who removed Daphne’s first tick. The one who took Jake’s temperature when he had his first cold. When I eventually bought my house and moved out, I would come back to my mom’s almost every night just to see the dogs.
Chester was a new edition to the family. My mom brought him back from Florida, after a month-long visit with her neighbor and close friend Charlotte, who has a summer house down there. She saw him at some sort of craft bazaar – a pet adoption thing – and fell in love with him. He’d been badly abused before he got rescued, and he needed a lot of attention.
After my mom passed, my stepfather Mark found it difficult to care for all three dogs on his own. He commutes to his job and is out of the house a lot of the day. So, he hired a dog walker to come each afternoon. Even with the extra help, Chester struggled. He still wasn’t fully housebroken. Mark realized Chester needed more attention than he had to give and tried to find him a new home. There were no takers.
This summer, Mark went to visit his family in Connecticut and asked me to watch the three dogs. I of course said yes. Chester was mostly housebroken by that time, which helped. He was kind of obsessed with me, though; whenever he and Jake and Daph would come stay with me, Chester would sit in my lap and constantly try to lick my face. He’d kick Jake away from me. He wanted me all to himself.
When Wendy came over for our Friday night scrapbooking date, she met Chessie for the first time. And, like my mother, she felt instantly in love. Later she texted me, “If Mark’s still looking for a home for Chester, tell him I’ll take him.”
So, the following week, Chester found a new forever home with the Kinnas. They love him and Wendy spoils him rotten…which is exactly what he needed. They recently added another rescued wire-haired dachshund to the clan: Toby. All dogs are happy and thriving at Case de Kinna.
My baby. The World’s Cutest Dog. The first month of his life, I wanted to wring his tiny neck. He bit me. A lot. I would have to hold him in one hand every time I took out the trash, because if I didn’t, he’d escape through the front door and I’d have to chase him across the neighborhood. He was crazy hyper and I was certain he was untrainable. Whenever I went to leave the house, he’d have a complete canine meltdown. I remember going to see the vet and saying, “You’re going to have to give him something to calm him down. He’s crazy. It’s like we’re not on the same team!”
The vet talked me down. He gave me some tricks to try for Scout’s separation anxiety. He told me Scout would grow out of this phase. I didn’t believe him.
He was right.
Now, at nine, Scout can still be hyper. Strangers always ask, “How old is your puppy?” and I’ll say, “Nine,” and they assume I mean months, not years. And he still hates it whenever we leave the house. About a year or so ago, he started biting us on the ass whenever we walked out the door. He’s definitely a pack dog. If it were up to him, Joe and I would be total shut-ins.
These are not the only dogs I’ve ever had or loved, but they’re the ones who populate my now. And they are why I am and always will be a bone-a fido dog person.


This Ware of the Dog burger toy will have your dog drooling, it's not only filled with crispy lettuce, tomatoes and cheese but it also comes filled with a squeaker too! these ingredients make it irresistible for any dog and the perfect toy to keep them entertained. The burger dog toy also features 100% organic cotton which makes it the perfect comfort food, when they are done chewing it they can cuddle it!
- 100% Organic Cotton
- Made with all natural dyes
- Brand: Ware of the Dog
Burger Dog Toy dimensions
Size: 4 inches wide and 3 3/4 inches high
We hope you are satisfied with all of your purchases but if you ever need to return an item, you can do so within 30 calendar days from the date your parcel arrived.
Please note, items must be returned unused and in the same condition that you received them in.
My dog can't get enough of this toy. Normally my dog struggles to get his toys to squeak as they are too big for his mouth but because this one has room to move he can!
Although this website says that this toy is for dogs, I decided to buy it for my cat as she loves crochet type toys like this. She adores it! the toy is lovely and made very well.
My dog destroys nearly every toy I get her but she seems to be abit more gentle with this one, I can only assume that it’s because she likes it!
This is a decent toy. When I’m at work I can see my dog playing with it on the Furbo camera we have. Makes me feel less guilty for leaving him!
I have a very happy puppy. Thank you
Cool little toy. The dog love its.
Such a well made and lovely toy. It doesn’t leave my dogs side
Decent soft toy
I’m obsessed with buying my dog “human like” dog toys and this has to be one of my favourite. I like the facts it’s made with wool instead of the usual plush. It looks more like a gourmet burger because it’s so well made! Also the squeaker is a very nice touch!


There's no denying cats on anything make it cute and these sneakers are no different. Get ready for cat lovers to stop you frequently and ask where you got your shoes.
Artist Bio - Laura Graves
Laura Graves is a freelance artist from Toronto, Canada. She is mostly known for her expressive animal portraits.
A constant day dreamer, Laura spends a lot of time imagining the inner lives of her subjects and tries to capture that magic in her work. Many of her most popular pieces are paintings of her two cats and her corgi, Sadie.


Welcome to the Indy Cat Club's website. We are a member
of the club to the Cat Fanciers' Association (CFA), The worlds largest registry of Pedigreed cats!
Within our site, you'll find information on the history of our club officers, our
members (with links to their websites) the top cats from our club over the years, show information and links to other interesting
sites about our cats. The Indy Cat Club hopes you find your visit to our site both educational and enjoyable.


Taking a group class with your dog is a very important activity. Your dog will not only learning new skills, but he/she will be practicing those skills in the presence of other dogs and people. The act of going to class, getting ready for class, loading into the car, taking a ride, walking into a new space, being around other people and dogs is all a part of socialization. We cap our group classes at 6 dogs for a number of reasons:
- We want dogs and handlers to be successful!
- You and your dog get the feedback you need during practice.
- Your dog has enough space to feel comfortable.
- Individualized attention.
- Noise is kept at a minimum which is helpful for shy or reactive dogs.
- Time for questions and discussion about lessons.
Here are some things you can do to get the most out of your group class:
- Attend as many of the sessions as you can. We realize that things come up, and you may have to miss a class. But as much as possible, you should attend the majority of the sessions. Our group classes are a cumulative curriculum, which means you and the other students start roughly on the same page (though there are always different/individual skill levels), and each week, we build on the lessons from the week before. You will be with the same students each week, so there’s no confusion for you or your dog as to who will be in your class.
- Practice several times a week in between lessons. Practice doesn’t need to be long! In fact, shorter sessions are best for your dog’s optimal learning! “TAKE FIVE” – that’s 5 minutes a day to review and practice a skill. Maybe the next day, pick a different skill to practice. This is much more effective than trying to cram and run through all of the exercises in one sitting.
- Come prepared! I find it helpful to have a tote bag with all of my dog’s training gear: treats, treat pouch, clicker, water dish, bottle of water, toys, additional collars or leashes. I often have a variety of treats because I have dogs with different preferences. I like to use soft, easy to break apart treats. For young dogs or dogs new to training, I like to make sure I have several ‘high value’ options – these can include string cheese, bits of deli meat, duck jerky, etc.


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Bravecto 1-Month (fluralaner) kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of tick infestations (Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American Dog Tick), and Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)) for one month in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older, and weighing 4.4lbs or greater. Bravecto 1-Month is also indicated for the treatment and control of Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick) infestations for one month in dogs and puppies 6 months of age or older, and weighing 4.4lbs or greater.
The active ingredient in Bravecto 1-Month is fluralaner. Fluralaner works on the nervous system of fleas and ticks, causing hyperexcitation and death.
Bravecto 1-Month kills adult fleas and is indicated for the treatment and prevention of flea infestations (Ctenocephalides felis) and the treatment and control of tick infestations (Ixodes scapularis (black-legged tick), Dermacentor variabilis (American dog tick) and Rhipicephalus sanguineus (brown dog tick)) for one month in dogs and puppies 8 weeks of age and older, and weighing 4.4 pounds (2 kg) or greater.
Bravecto 1-Month is also indicated for the treatment and control of Amblyomma americanum (lone star tick) infestations for one month in dogs and puppies 6 months of age and older, and weighing 4.4 pounds (2 kg) or greater.
Bravecto 1-Month should be administered orally as a single dose monthly according to the Dosage Schedule below to provide a minimum dose of 4.5 mg/lb (10 mg/kg) fluralaner.
Bravecto 1-Month should be administered with food.
|Body Weight Ranges (lbs/kg)||Fluralaner Content (mg)||Chews Administered|
|4.4-9.9 lbs (2-4.5 kg)||45||One (Yellow)
|>9.9-22.0 (>4.5-10 kg)||100||One (Orange)
|>22.0-44.0 (>10-20 kg)||200||One (Green)
|>44.0-88.0 (<20-40 kg)||400||One (Blue)
|Dogs over 123.0 lbs should be administered the appropriate combination of chews|
Treatment with Bravecto 1-Month may begin at any time of the year and can continue year-round without interruption.
There are no known contraindications for the use of the product.
Not for human use. Keep this and all drugs out of the reach of children. Keep the product in the original packaging until use, in order to prevent children from getting direct access to the product. Do not eat, drink or smoke while handling the product. Wash hands thoroughly with soap and water immediately after use of the product.
Keep Bravecto 1-Month in a secure location out of reach of dogs, cats, and other animals to prevent accidental ingestion or overdose.
Fluralaner is a member of the isoxazoline class. This class has been associated with neurologic adverse reactions including tremors, ataxia, and seizures. Seizures have been reported in dogs receiving isoxazoline class drugs, even in dogs without a history of seizures. Use with caution in dogs with a history of seizures or neurologic disorders.
Bravecto 1-Month is not effective against A. americanum in puppies less than 6 months of age (see Effectiveness).
The safety of Bravecto 1-Month has not been evaluated in breeding, pregnant and lactating dogs (see Animal Safety).
In a well-controlled U.S. field study, which included 579 doses administered to 201 dogs, 81.5% of dogs voluntarily consumed Bravecto 1-Month within 5 minutes, an additional 9.0% voluntarily consumed Bravecto 1-Month within 5 minutes when offered with food, and 9.5% required forced administration.
In a margin of safety study, Bravecto 1-Month was administered orally to 8-week old puppies at 1, 3, and 5× the maximum labeled dose of 22.5 mg/kg with 8 dogs per group at three, 30-day intervals (Days 1, 31 and 61). The dogs in the control group were untreated.
There were no clinically-relevant, treatment-related effects on body weights, food consumption, organ weights, hematology, C-reactive protein, coagulation profile, urinalysis, gross pathology and histopathology. Diarrhea and mucoid or discolored feces were the most common observations, occurring at a similar incidence in the treated and control groups. Vomiting was noted in one dog in the 5× group and one dog in the control group on Day 2. Splayed hind limbs were noted in one dog in the 1× treatment group post-dose on Day 61. Tremors were noted in one dog in each of the 3 fluralaner dose groups on Day 1 at 4 hours post-dose. Trembling was noted in one dog in the 1× group on Day 2. Blood urea nitrogen (BUN) was elevated in one dog in the 3× group on Day 8. BUN and serum creatinine were elevated in one dog in the 5× group on Day 85.
Reproductive safety was evaluated for fluralaner, the active ingredient in BRAVECTO 1-Month. Fluralaner was administered orally to intact, reproductively-sound male and female Beagles at a dose of up to 168 mg/kg on three to four occasions at 8-week intervals. The dogs in the control group were untreated. There were no clinically-relevant, treatment-related effects on the body weights, food consumption, reproductive performance, semen analysis, litter data, gross necropsy (adult dogs) or histopathology findings (adult dogs and puppies). One adult dog in the treated group suffered a seizure during the course of the study (46 days after the third treatment). Abnormal salivation was observed on 17 occasions: in six treated dogs (11 occasions) after dosing and four control dogs (6 occasions).
The following abnormalities were noted in 7 pups from 2 of the 10 dams in only the treated group during gross necropsy examination: limb deformity (4 pups), enlarged heart (2 pups), enlarged spleen (3 pups), and cleft palate (2 pups). During veterinary examination at Week 7, two pups from the control group had inguinal testicles, and two and four pups from the treated group had inguinal and cryptorchid testicles, respectively. No undescended testicles were observed at the time of necropsy (days 50 to 71).
Bravecto 1-Month was used concurrently with other medications, such as vaccines, anthelmintics, antibiotics (including topicals), steroids, analgesics, and anesthetics. No adverse reactions were observed from the concurrent use of Bravecto 1-Month with other medications.
Do not store above 86°F (30°C).
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Enter a photo of your pet into our 1st chapter mascot photo contest!
Registration extended until 10/6
ARCS Orange County is excited to unveil the inaugural Chapter Mascot Photo Competition. You can submit photos of your favorite pets -- dogs, cats, lizards, rabbits, hamsters, tarantulas, goldfish, leucistic axolotls…axolotii…axo, uh, salamanders -- for the consideration of your colleagues, friends, and family.
Unlike national elections, buying votes is encouraged! In fact, it’s required! Your generous dollars, uh, votes, will go to a great cause -- namely, our ARCS Orange County Scholars.
The winner of the Chapter Mascot Photo Competition will receive a $500+ gift certificate for a photo session -- and prints! -- with their pet, generously sponsored by Dogma Photography of Costa Mesa. The photo of the new ARCS-OC Chapter Mascot will appear in our newsletter and on our website.
All participants will receive a cartoon drawing version of their beloved pet to show off!
To enter the photo contest, register for this fundraiser below and email your photo to Nan Hultgren at email@example.com.
Submit entry by 10/6/2023. Voting link will be available after the entry deadline.
Winner will be announced on 10/29/23, National Cat Day.
|General Contest Entry Fee||$ 25.00|
|Student Discount Entry Fee||$ 15.00|


Pet-friendly travel is permitted on TAP Portugal Airlines, the national carrier of Portugal. Tap Air Portugal has a pet-friendly travel policy. To guarantee the security and enjoyment of the pet and those on board, the airline has established many rules and restrictions that must be adhered to. This article will review Tap Air Portugal’s pet policy, including the kinds of animals accepted, the prerequisites for taking a pet, and the costs involved.
Make a ticket reservation for your pet.
- The available space on the aircraft will determine whether we can transport your pet.
- According to the plane’s type and class, you are flying in.
- If bringing pets into the country of travel is permitted.
- Based on the type of animal, the combined weight of the animal and the container, and other factors.
- Age of the animal — must be at least 12 weeks old or 10 weeks when carried in the cabin or to the Azores, Madeira, or Spain.
Therefore, please request this service when making travel arrangements or before taking off, ideally at least 48 hours in advance.
1. Acceptable Pet Types
Pets, including dogs, cats, and birds, are welcome onboard Tap Air Portugal. However, there are some dog breed limitations imposed by the airline. For instance, pit bulls, Staffordshire Terriers, Rottweilers, and Doberman Pinschers are prohibited from flying with Tap Air Portugal. Furthermore, the airline prohibits the use of any animals that are deemed violent or harmful.
2. Conditions for Bringing a Pet on an Airline-
Travellers must fulfil particular needs to bring a pet on Tap Air Portugal. The first requirement for travelling with a pet is to be at least 12 weeks old. Pets must also be in good condition and have all the required shots and paperwork. Pet passports, which contain details on the animal’s health, immunizations, and verification, are necessary for travellers. An understandable tattoo or microchip must also be included in the pet passport.
Passengers must present a document of good condition given by a veterinarian 10 days before the flight, along with the pet passport. The pet’s overall health, absence of infectious diseases, and suitability for travel must all be attested to in the certificate of good health.
Pet owners travelling with a pet must also ensure the animal is housed in the proper carrier. The pet must have enough room to stand, turn around, and lie freely on the page. The airline must also have an adequate grasp or locking system, be air-conditioned, and be leak-proof.
3. Pet-Travel Costs
Pet travel is subject to a fee that varies based on where to go and the combined weight of the pet and carrier. The cost, which ranges from €50 to €300, must be deposited at the time of reservation. Additionally, travellers must notify the airline in question at least 48 hours before the flight of their plan to fly with a pet.
Passengers may also be liable for additional charges, such as extra baggage fees, if the pet and carrier weigh more than what is allowed for carry-on luggage, along with the pet travel fee. Before making a reservation, travellers are urged to confirm every expense related to pet travel with the airline.
Tap Air Portugal’s pet policy aims to ensure everyone on board, including the pet, is safe and comfortable. However, there are some breed boundaries for dogs, but the airline does allow people to travel with cats, dogs, and birds. Travellers must adhere to certain conditions, including furnishing a pet passport, a certificate of good health and ensuring the pet is carried in the proper carrier. Pet travel costs also apply, and they differ depending on the location and the combined weight of the pet and carrier. Before making a reservation, travellers are urged to confirm any charges and necessities for pet travel with the airline.
TAP Portugal Airlines Pet Policy FAQs
Q1. Can animals fly on a tap?
Ans-The only pets allowed on our flights, whether in the cabin or the hold, are dogs and cats. The rest of the species are flown by TAP Air Cargo. In addition to the availability, every passenger is allowed to bring along one carrier with no more than of two animals of the same species.
Q2. In Portugal, how do you add a pet tap?
Ans- Plan the journey. When booking, choose the location and fill out your TAP Miles Go Customer information.
- Upgrade your flight with extras. Choose pets under extra services when prompted. The booking must be finalized up to 24 hours before departure.
- Make the reservation using your miles.
Q3. Are dogs permitted on TAP Portugal?
Ans- Small cats and dogs are allowed in the cabin on some TAP Air Portugal flights. Pets and carriers cannot weigh more than 17 lbs. Fido should not take up a seat or move about the cabin during the flight; instead, they ought to stay in their carrier under the seat in front of you.
Q4. How can your dog be added to the tap flight?
Ans-You must make reservations for your pet with TAP Air Portugal at least 24 hours before takeoff. However, there isn’t an online reservation system. There can be no more than one pet per person or one pet per carrier. Before purchasing a ticket, you should make the reservation.
Q5. What is the pet carry-on fee?
Ans- In general, pet fees on airlines range from $100 to $200 roundtrip, but costs can change depending on where you’re going and your airline. Before buying a ticket, make sure your pet complies with the airline’s breed and size restrictions by reviewing the pet policy. Otherwise, the airline won’t allow them to board.


|10 × 5 × 5 in
Sweet Harvest Farms Decadent Dog Organic Handmade Dog Soap
The Decadent Dog! Organic Handmade Dog Soap
The skin safe scented oils used are known to repel fleas, ticks and pesky little bugs that can irritate your dog’s skin. Dried Sweet Annie was added because of its anti-biotical and antibacterial properties, while crushed oatmeal added is to calm and soothe.
Neem Oil contains Omega 3, 6 and 9! Even though you may not be able to use commercial soap on your pets but once a month, this soap is so good for their skin and coat, you can use this everyday on your
Pooch if you like. It’s good for them! Smells fabulous!
Sweet Harvest Farms Decandent Dog organic handmade soap is made with saponified Organic oils of Shea Butter, Coconut oil, Olive Oil, Castor Oil, Palm Oil (sustainable) along with Orris Root, Vitamin E and Rosemary Extract, Neem Oil, Lavender Basil Oil, Rosemary Mint, Eucalyptus Mint, Tea Tree Oil and Dried Sweet Annie.
WARNING: Do not use on cats. Do not let your cat come into contact with this soap. Certain oils can be toxic and deadly to felines even though safe for dogs
Large 7 oz. Doggy Size Bar


Tecumseh, MI Dog Boarding
Golden Acres is an indoor pet boarding facility in Tecumseh, MI. Our area was designed with your pet’s comfort and safety in mind. We provide boarding, grooming, and exercise services for your pet. The kennel is heated and air conditioned, while music is played at all times for your pet’s listening enjoyment. Our staff also checks the health status and emotional needs of each guest daily.
Learn More About Golden Acres:
- Pet boarding, breeding, and grooming
- 3-acre play yard
- Air conditioned and heated
- Individual walk and group play sessions
- Fresh water available twice daily and more
Contact Golden Acres today at 517-423-3004.