"We just couldn't keep him," the woman said into her cell phone. She was ahead of me in line at Target, and it was clear she was talking about a dog when she added, "So John took him to the pound last week. I know he's better off there. They'll find a good home for him, and it saves us the trouble of placing an ad and taking phone calls from strangers." I'm continually amazed at how ignorant some people are; how misinformed people can be. No pet is ever "better off" in a shelter, ... Read More about The Shocking Truth About Animal Shelters
4th of July Holiday Safety Tips For Your Pets
You can just imagine how scary the sights and sounds of fireworks must be to a pet that has no idea what's going on. That's why it's so important that you make sure your pets are safe this week as we celebrate our nation's independence. Please use the sharing buttons at the bottom this post to share it with your friends and family. Spreading the word about the importance of keeping our pets safe and calm over the holiday will help prevent lost pets and broken hearts this summer. ... Read More about 4th of July Holiday Safety Tips For Your Pets
Product Review: Be Pawsitive {And A Giveaway!}
Yesterday over on my personal blog, I talked about how I love the philanthropic business practices of Toms and Bobs. When you buy a pair of their shoes, they give a pair to a child in need. I think that's such an amazing thing, and I wish more companies would get onboard with this business model. Would you believe that a pet company actually did? I was fortunate enough to meet Travis of Be Pawsitive last month at the BlogPaws conference near Washington, DC. He introduced me to the Be Pawsitive ... Read More about Product Review: Be Pawsitive {And A Giveaway!}
It’s Summer – Hot Cars Are No Place For Pets
Today is the first official day of summer, and it's a good time for a reminder: there's never an excuse to leave your dog unattended in a hot car, even if it's "just for a minute." These are some great alternatives that will help keep your pet safe, healthy, and happy. The safest bet, though, is always to leave your pet at home where he's cool, comfortable, and will happily greet you when you return. Please use the sharing buttons at the bottom of this post to share it with your family and ... Read More about It’s Summer – Hot Cars Are No Place For Pets
Social Networking Saved Josh
Sometimes I wonder if what I'm doing makes a difference at all. I share so many photos of shelter dogs in need each and every day on Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest, and I write blog posts about the importance of social networking. I stay up way too late most nights, trying to make sure the dogs I'm networking are getting as much attention as possible to increase their chances of being rescued in time. It's a proven fact that social networking does save shelter dogs, but sometimes I start ... Read More about Social Networking Saved Josh
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