If you follow my blog you may be familiar with my post from a few weeks ago where I lament over the fact that my vet said my dog is obese. Well, as any obsessed dog owner I did not take the news well. I cried for a bit like any crazy pregnant lady would, […]
Confession: Vet says my dog is obese and I’m the one crying
For full disclosure, anyone who knows me, knows my dog Riley is like a child to me. He is pampered and cared for more than I could explain. People always look at me weird when they hear how “spoiled” he is. In my eyes he is not spoiled, it’s my way of showing him how […]
Bee or Bret Michaels? Four-legged friends gear up for Halloween
If you plan on dressing your furkid for Halloween, you are not alone. PetSmart reports they’re doubling their selection of animal costumes this year. For 2012, the most popular costumes so far are bees and pumpkins. “Choosing a costume for your pet is like choosing a costume for yourself – you want something that reflects […]
Riley barks yes for Peanut Butter treats!
I decided to try a new treat for my guy, Riley, to sample. I’m crazy to think he wouldn’t like anything hot out of the oven, but you never know, he’s the pickiest little eater. Let me share with you what kind of life this dog is accustomed to. Feel free to chuckle at any/all […]
I’m not surprised…Annual pet spending reaches all-time high
If you can believe it, Americans spent nearly $51 billion on their pets last year! Not only is that an all-time high, it’s the first time Americans ever passed the $50 billion mark on their beloved dogs, cats, birds, bunnies etc. Pet parents spent the most on food, then followed by vet care and supplies. […]
Happy Valentine’s Day from Riley B!
Riley gets groomed about every six weeks because he’s one of those dogs who has hair and not fur, or so they tell me. I love that every time he gets all gussied up he comes home with a spanking new bandana. We have about dozen by now! Hot off the presses, here is a […]
Dogs read expressions as well as babies
A recent study show’s how man’s best friend may be more human-like than we thought. According to the journal Current Biology, dogs are able to read our “communicative intent”, or our intention to interact with them via our faces. That ability is something that infants can do, specifically babies around six months old. The study […]
Games dogs and kids play
Anyone who has a dog and a baby knows at some point the baby actually realizes how fun your family pet can be. Chloé has always known Riley has existed, but it wasn’t until a few weeks ago that she became obsessed with him. She’s 17-months old now, so she’s on the move, gibbering and […]
Pet parents make resolutions, too!
A few days ago I made my very short list of New Year’s resolutions. It turns out I’m not alone when it comes to including your pets in hopes for the new year. Halo, Purely for Pets, recently surveyed more than 1,000 pet owners and 88.7% plan to help their pets get more exercise. Here’s […]
Keep your pets happy and safe while traveling
With the holidays here, many people are planning on traveling to visit loved ones. And if you’re like me, you probably want to take your furry friend with you. But, sometimes you can’t, and finding a pet care service you can trust can be a challenge. “Our pets are like family and the last thing […]
What are you getting your pet for Christmas?
It turns out that no matter how tough the economy is people are still willing to pamper their pets. A recent poll conducted by The Associated Press shows that pet owners plan to spend an average of $46 on their furry friends this year. That’s up $5 from last year! Toys and treats are topping […]