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Max the Volunteer
Can you tell us a little bit about your background and how you came to volunteer? To be honest, this is actually my first position as a Volunteer so I really had no idea what to expect. I was aware of the concept of Volunteering as I found my ‘forever home/family’ thanks to the great volunteer efforts of Forever Friends Animal Rescue. So, it seemed only fitting that I also give back to society by volunteering my time and skills.
By Melitta Pinney4 years ago in Petlife
Value of Ohana
There she was tossing turning in and out of sleep only to be startled by what she thought was a kitten desperately meowing and clawing at the door trying to pry his way in. A sudden chill went down her spine from the anxiety settling within from being unsure of what was going on. Goddahzz curiosity nudged her to slowly get up to check outside. To her surprise when she opened the door it wasn't a kitten, but some kind of small blue creature with four legs, huge ears, and big bug eyes staring at her with a creepy yet cute unforgettable smile. Oddly he appeared to be gentle and cuddly as if something was telling her he's not harmful yet very affectionate. Confused as to what was happening she quickly recalled a dream she previously had showing her something or someone would be entering her life to help heal past hurt. Letting out a brief sigh of relief she proceeded towards the small blue creature.
By Azrie'l Johnson4 years ago in Petlife
Cat-thulu Times Two!
Full disclosure, I'm not actually a big fan of dressing up your pets. I think hats/things on their head are alright but when you're putting full outfits on, particularly over their paws it's unnatural for them and stressful for everyone involved. The furthest I've gone before is when we used to have antlers for our old dog at Christmas and she used to pose and wait for everyone to say 'aw' then reach up and knock them off, it was very cute! Since we got our cats, Molly & Tilly, I have only attempted to dress them up once. A few years ago, I bought them Halloween capes. I knew I wouldn't get them done up, and didn't really want to, but hoped I'd at least get a cute photo of them draped on their backs. Sadly it was not to be, as soon as the fabric touched them they freaked out and ran and I didn't push the issue. They really hate any kind of dressing up as even collars cause a meltdown. When we got them, they came with harnesses and leads to walk them like dogs but how their previous owner managed it I'll never know as when we tried they got down on their bellies and refused to move before twisting themselves until at least their arms were free of the harnesses.
By Angela Nolan4 years ago in Petlife
A Star is Born Every Halloween. First Place in Critter Costume Challenge.
Me: What do you want to be for Halloween? Can we do something different this year? Maybe one of those inflatable dinosaur costumes?
By Anastasia Basil4 years ago in Petlife
Echoes of the Olifant
Author’s Note: This is part II of an emotional 3-part story. I’m sure it will not be as emotional for the reader as it was for me to write, but it is emotional, nevertheless.
By The Bantering Welshman4 years ago in Petlife
Wolfy Scissorpaws
Once there was a floppy-eared pup named Wolfy. He had a curly tail, large, floppy ears and white spots on his chest, chin and throat. Wolfy was a pup of a strange caliber and many people avoided him due to their own fears and assumptions. He was the sweetest soul who just wanted to be loved. Unfortunately, he was a pup with scissors for paws.
By A Lynn4 years ago in Petlife
I Choose Treats, Always
Hi folks! My name is Millie, and I'm a nine-year-old miniature dachshund who was rescued three years ago. Like my mom, I'm a huge lover of the spooky season—running after squirrels, rolling in dried leaves, getting spoiled with treats, and of course, watching scary movies curled up on the couch. I couldn't wait to celebrate Halloween this year, because I wasn't always physically able to. Life hasn't always been easy-peasy.
By Elsa Fleurel4 years ago in Petlife
Prisoner at Large
A costume should be a departure from what’s real, and calling this girl a bad one is such a stretch it makes me laugh. Right from the start, Abbey’s mean-looking mug kept me feeling both safe and amused on walks. Often referred to as things like “big fella” and “big guy” by strangers, she was actually the sweetest and gentlest soul I’ve ever met in my entire life. She would never hurt a fly, and in fact was responsible for me finding and saving a baby bird, she alerted me to baby bunnies in the yard, and could sense I was about to cry before I even knew. I know that to write about something requires words, but I’m at a loss for them when trying to describe how important she was to me.
By Marina4 years ago in Petlife
Vocal Brought Me Hope. Top Story - November 2021.
It all started when my coworker at Vocal, Chelsea, brought in a foster dog to our pet-friendly office. Jake and I had previously decided that we were pushing our dog deadline to Spring of 2022, because Hurricane Ida decided to put my 2012 Corolla out of commission. So, a new car purchase took over our minds and our budgets.
By Corinne Jenkins4 years ago in Petlife
Marilyn Pugroe
Between a pandemic and white people not knowing how to pick out a costume without potentially ruining their lives, Halloween seems a bit intense this year, so I’m going to sit this one out and enjoy the show from my phone. Seriously though, there’s no excuse to wear costumes that offend beautiful groups of people. We should know better and do better.
By Jamie Bendola4 years ago in Petlife
Echoes of the Olifant
Author’s Note: This is an emotional 3-part story. I’m sure it will not be as emotional for the reader as it was for me to write, but it is emotional, nevertheless.
By The Bantering Welshman4 years ago in Petlife
Cow Dog
Meet my friend Ranger. He’s an Australian Cattle Dog, so of course he dresses as a cow for Halloween. Every year. He’s never worked on a ranch, he’s never had an opportunity to herd any cattle, but he did enjoy meeting one once at a recreated historic village, where he and the cow sniffed each other through a fence, nose to nose. I held my breath while watching, afraid he might decide to start a chase, but he was satisfied just to introduce himself and then move on.
By Theresa Markila4 years ago in Petlife