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The Cat
Errol Hatch was penning a letter. He paused and looked up for a minute to think, and his gaze fell on Snickers. She was a cat, curled up in the bay window looking out onto the street. Errol noticed she was smashed into the window frame’s far right corner by now, whereas half an hour ago she’d been lumpily arranged right in its center. She was following the slipping sunlight across the sill and, of course, she did not move a muscle more than necessary in doing so.
By Whittler5 years ago in Petlife
Rant #1: Pigeons. . . . Just Why?!
Ahhhh, the typical "rats with wings". This may be a pointless argument or conversation, but unless you have seen what I witnessed, Pigeons are probably the smartest creatures that people brush off. Now let me just gently ask, *sips a quick cup of coffee*, WHY ISN'T NO ONE TALKING ABOUT THIS?!!!!!
By J.X. Leiva5 years ago in Petlife
So You Want To Own A Corgi Huh?
Eventually I knew if I ever got a Corgi, I would totally at some point spam the internet with his amazing good looks. Truthfully Morty has changed my life in a lot of ways that I don't think the average person would ever truly understand. In my previous blog post I mentioned being diagnosed with Bipolar Type II, and my struggles with mental health in general. So eventually I made it my goal to get a dog that would fit my "forever home" narrative.
By Kayla Lindley5 years ago in Petlife
Brace Your Paws...Winter is Coming
My dog absolutely loves Winter, and she would spend all day playing and frolicking in the snow if we let her. However, Wintertime is not all fun and games for our four-legged friends. Our sweet little pooch is a senior dog, and this is a precarious time of year for not just older dogs but all animals. Before the full brunt of winter is upon us, it is time to think about ways to protect your pets during the most brutal season of the year. Your pets depend on you to keep them safe and healthy during this particularly treacherous time of year. Cold temperatures and seasonal tools we use to make our lives easier can spell doom for your pets if they aren’t treated with care.
By Kimberly Adams5 years ago in Petlife
Tips for Camping With Your 4-Legged Best Friend
There isn’t much in life that is more enjoyable than vacationing with your best friend. But what if your best friend has four legs, a wet nose, and a tail that can’t stop moving when they get excited? It just means that you need to prepare a bit to ensure that your canine companion is safe and comfortable during your adventures. This requires a bit of planning but will be worth it when you and your BFF are sharing precious moments together in nature.
By Kassondra O'Hara5 years ago in Petlife
My Four Legged Best Friend
This story actual begins 8 years ago, on November 3rd, 2012. For weeks I had been searching for a four legged friend to keep me company at home while my soon to be husband worked all day, everyday. I came across a post on Craigslist for free 5 week old Miniature Pinscher Puppies. I reached out and found out there were still puppies left so I set out for a 3 hour drive 3.5 months pregnant to snatch up one of these adorable pups. I get to the persons house and find a sweet little boy. He was so tiny he could fit in the palm of my hand. I was so excited about our new addition to our little family that I drove to the Vet clinic my husband and his sister worked at as groomer/bathers for their mom. I walk into the clinic and introduce this sweet pup to his new dad and "yaya" and Aunt. They were all very happy to see this little pup. Shortly after this the head Veterinarian of the clinic sees him and asks how old he is and I tell him he's 5 weeks old. The vet then tells me that I was misinformed because his eyes just opened which makes him only 3 weeks old and that he should still be suckling on mom. Shocked I ask what I can do for him and am told Goats Milk. We say by to everybody and proceed back home a few hours away then to the store where I pick up some Goats Milk for him. Then proceeds the journey of bottle feeding a puppy every 1.5-2 hours. This poor puppy didn't have his mom to teach him and didn't really have a name for a few weeks either. It wasn't until he was about 5-6 weeks old that he earned his name, Rambunctious Rascal, because he was barking at an empty water bottle. I taught Rascal everything including walking on a leash, wearing a collar, tricks, staying in a crate when I left, and so on and so forth. Fast forward to April of 2013, Rascal welcomed his little Sister to the family. They played and grew together and had tons of fun. About a year later Rascal tore his ACL after slipping on ice in the winter time, and then the other ACL a little over a year later. He became my Emotional Support Animal shortly after that when we realized he was helping my anxiety and depression better than the meds I was taking. Unknowingly, I got him a vest, patches, and special ID Cards and Leashes showing him as my ESA, before I learned none of those things are needed for ESAs. Here we are in 2020 Rascal is my four legged best friend, My comforter, and helper. He is 8 years old now and hard as I try I can't get him to lose weight, he's arthritic, and has hip dysplasia. If none of these things were an issue he could've become my Service Dog. But that's a topic for another story. My best friend and first kid, Rascal, My heart and Soul.
By Amanda Moir5 years ago in Petlife
Technical Writing
Oyster, Shorebird and Turtle Habitat Program 1. Introduction 1.1 The Oyster, Shorebird and Turtle Habitat Request For Proposal holds a great purpose as well as benefit for not just political or business gain. It holds purpose for the benefit of all of mankind to have continued renewable food sources and wildlife that is critical for the eco-systems and regions they are found in.
By W.S. Klass5 years ago in Petlife
Life to 9th November 2020
As late as Saturday morning here in the UK there were indicators about the result of the US Presidential election, but nothing confirmed. One UK news service gave Joe Biden 254 electoral college votes and the incumbent 214. It still could have gone either way. Then during the mid- afternoon news was coming out that Joe Biden had effectively become the President Elect when Pennsylvania was called for him by the American news networks putting him over the 270 college votes required to win the election.
By Alan Russell5 years ago in Petlife
5 Things A Raccoon Taught Me About Life
I grew up on a 27-acre farm in Maryland and spent weekends at our larger farm in West Virginia. There, we had over 200 acres of mountains, a creek, a family (not our family) graveyard, and all the wildlife you could handle.
By The Writer Chick5 years ago in Petlife
How to Make an Outside Dog an Inside Dog
When my dog Kronos came into my home, he had been an outside dog his whole life. That life was about eight years long and for a Rottweiler, he was a handful.
By The Writer Chick5 years ago in Petlife
What Would it Be Like to Spend 90% of Your Life Upside Down?
Costa Rica is home to so many species of animals. Each one is more unique than the other. Mother Nature has indeed worked overtime to assure that everyone who visits this wonderful paradise gets their money's worth!
By William "Skip" Licht5 years ago in Petlife
Should you cut your cat's nails? 3 steps to safely trim your cat's nails
Should you cut your cat's nails? 3 nail clippers do not bleed, is absolutely safe for your cat? In cities, dogs and cats are often kept indoors and rarely go out on the street, which prevents them from sharpening their nails often and you need to trim their paws. If the toenails are too long, it will cause difficulties and discomfort when moving the bosses.
By Wew Pet5 years ago in Petlife