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It Has Been 6 Years, I Still Miss My Dog
It has been six years since Reno died. On his death day, I have an awful day. For the first two years, I did not go to work on that day. Now I go to work, but I am not very productive. I never healed enough to get another dog. I have gotten cats, but no dogs since Reno. He was sixteen years old when he died from prostate cancer.
By Toni Crowe5 years ago in Petlife
A Journey of Intention Discovered through Horses
Part 2 Fifty percent of finding a solution is in first defining the problem. Without correctly defining what the problem might be, there is not a chance in Hell it will be solved!
By KJ Aartila5 years ago in Petlife
Kezia
Tucked in the crook of the uniformed arm of the Air Canada commercial pilot, was a tiny bundle. Descending the stairs from the cockpit gingerly he made it apparent that his cargo was precious.. Scanning the sparse crowd in the waiting area of the small town airport shelter he picked out the well dressed couple standing off by themselves. The woman wore a stylish cloche hat over her freshly styled bouffant accompanied by a red tailored coat. Her companion, though not as flashy, was dressed in a comfortable blazer and looked the part of a young professional.
By Maria Calderoni5 years ago in Petlife
Best Food For Your Lovely Dog
Nowadays, many people keep dogs in their homes and take care of them in the same way as if they are a member of their household or they have said that they are not less than any human. Dogs also love their owner very much and they want to be with their owner all the time. In such a situation, it has also been seen many times that the owners who eat food also feed their dog many times because their love for each other is something like this. If you are lovingly feeding something special to your dog, then it is a good thing, but during this time you should also take many precautions so that it does not have a bad effect on your dog and he remains healthy and you can play with him for a long time. In such a situation, let us know how the humans who feed our dogs can prove to be beneficial for them as well. 1. First of all, ask your veterinarian what type of diet would be right for your dog. Because many dogs are allergic to certain types of food. 2. Raw meat is considered more nutritious than cooked meat. This is simply because raw meat contains more water which will keep the dog hydrated during the summer season. If meat is cooked, there are chances of destroying the proteins and vitamins present in it. 3. Feed only some vegetables like broccoli, carrots, cabbage, greens, and celery, etc. in the home meal. If your dog's stomach gets upset after eating any vegetable, then why not eat that vegetable or any food, remove it from the plate immediately. 4.Consuming peanut butter can also prove to be beneficial for your dog's health as it is rich in protein, vitamin B, and vitamin E which are very essential for dogs. Let us tell you that peanut butter without salt and sugar is better for dogs because an excessive amount of salt can be harmful to the dog, so avoid feeding such peanut butter. 5. You will be surprised to know this, but the consumption of oatmeal is as beneficial for humans as it is beneficial for dogs. Vitamins and minerals are found in large quantities in it, which are considered essential for the development of the dog. Apart from this, dietary fiber is also present in it which can help to some extent in keeping your dog away from obesity and heart diseases. 6. Eggs can be given to dogs either raw or cooked, and both have tremendous health benefits. Raw eggs should be given to dogs along with their shells to provide them with biotin, protein, riboflavin, and selenium present in them. However, when eggs are cooked for canine consumption, remember that they may not contain any kind of spices. Do not add salt or pepper as they can be harmful to your dog. 7.Apples are extremely healthy and tasty food for your dog which is rich in Vitamin A and Vitamin C. It can be given to your dog without removing its skin. Just as Apple is beneficial for humans, it is beneficial for dogs. However, remember that apples can be harmful in some cases. Do not give apple seeds to your dog as it contains cyanide which can be fatal for dogs. 8. Yogurt is rich in protein, calcium, and digestive enzymes that improve your dog's digestive process. These enter the dog's body and strengthen its digestive system. However, when choosing yogurt, remember that it contains live active cultures and does not contain fat or any sugary substances or flavors. I hope these foods are beneficial for your dogs.
By pardeep 5 years ago in Petlife
10 Most Dangerous Houseplants that Dog Owners Must Avoid
Do you have a vegetable garden as well? Many individuals are looking for unusual but lovely plants to decorate their homes. Plants have the ability to transform a drab setting into a vibrant one. Some plants, however, may pose a hazard to the lives of animals, particularly canines. So, if you own a pet, particularly a dog, this is the one for you. We included a variety of plants that, if ingested, could endanger the health or the life of dogs. If at all possible, memorize their names or even their appearance.
By kings5 years ago in Petlife
Pooch and Pocket-Hole
A woodshop, after all, is like a serial killer’s foxhole from an 80s paperback. The table saw holds a knife to my neck and dares me to slip up and send a finger flying. The noise is terrible and industrial and droning, and the noise can gum up the ears and make them buzz. At night, laying in bed, my ears buzz. Handling the machines for so long, the vibrations become part of the hands, and the hands feel tingly and dead. Like gums at the dentist when they’re shot up in anesthetic.
By Victor Javier Ortiz5 years ago in Petlife
A Barrel Of Monkeys
Asia The Cutest Primates Francois Langurs are covered by black fur all over their bodies except for white stripes that stretch from the mouth to the eyes. On top of their heads, they have a triangular peak and a white crest that looks like an eyebrow above the eyes.
By Rasma Raisters5 years ago in Petlife
Should You Expose or Even Give Your Cat Essential Oils
There is a lot of discrepancies in whether cats should be exposed to essential oils. Over the years I have pretty much done my own thing with my cats, researching everything first. But as you and I know, things change, ideas change and what was once good is bad and what was once bad is good.
By Aman 5 years ago in Petlife
Chocolate Heaven. Top Story - July 2021.
Lottie’s twitching nose dragged her slowly from her afternoon slumber. She had been enjoying an active dream of rabbit chasing and at first was reluctant to rise from her incredibly comfortable position on the sofa. Warm patches of sunlight coated her furry body and she felt deliciously relaxed. Rising into a graceful downward dog, she took her time with the stretch and added a pink-tipped yawn for good measure. She plopped herself down onto the carpet, landing just beside the brownish stain that she vaguely remembered being responsible for some time ago. She bent her head and sniffed at it. Yep, that one had definitely been hers.
By Sophia Ashton-Hooker5 years ago in Petlife
Letting Her Go
Breathe. It’s okay. I have to let her go. It was all I could say to keep my eyes from filling up with tears that morning. I had contemplated not going at all, wondering if it would just be better if I stayed home than witnessing what I had been dreading for weeks. But bravely, I stepped forward into the morning sunshine, observing my nervous thoughts as my thick muck boots hit against the road below me. It was a short walk to the old barn, mainly uphill but I was happy to have some time to think before the moment I knew was coming. Reaching my hand inside my jean pocket, I could feel two peppermints wrapped carefully inside. It was her favorite treat and today, I wanted to make sure I gave her one, one last time. I thought of the many moments when I had talked to her, stroking her forehead with my hand as she simply listened. She always listened. She was a calm and gentle mare, but somewhere deep inside her aged heart was still a locker full of firecrackers and passion. She would suddenly in a moment of peace display more strength and spunk than anyone ever thought she could at her age, but I loved that about her. My trainer called it disobedience and tried to force the 26 year old to follow orders every moment. But Misty hardly listened. And I never blamed her. She had lived a long life. Her white hairs were beginning to blossom around her eyes and a few strands of grey were becoming more visible down her flowing tail. She had foaled a child and been a mother. But she had been a friend and a teacher to me in numerous ways.
By Amelia Carter 5 years ago in Petlife
His Gift To Me
As I approach the old barn, I take a moment to breathe it all in. The yellow paint that has somehow degraded to a sick green color, the windows barely hanging on, the wood creaking with gusts of wind. My hands squeeze the beautiful red collar that belonged to my best friend, Charlie. Even though my eyes witness an abandoned barn, my heart feels nothing but bittersweet memories, warmth laying on my shoulders, and relief in my breath.
By Pseudo Nym5 years ago in Petlife
Shark Jaws and School Kids
For the last few weeks, I have been working on Saturdays at the New England Aquarium in Boston, Massachusetts. My job is to educate people about the various animals that call the ocean their home and answer their questions if I can do so. However, one of my favorite things to do at work is using bio-facts at the various animal habitats to educate people about the species that call ocean and freshwater habitats home. This is because as someone who grew up learning visually, I believe people will make a difference in this world if they see things with their own eyes. We can do this by seeing live animals at a habitat at a zoo, or aquarium, and with the bio-facts, they get to see during their visit to either a zoo or an aquarium. Here, well, from my personal experience, it’s really both.
By Jenna Deedy5 years ago in Petlife