quotes

A collection of the best quotes ever spoken by pet people throughout history.

Cubby - My first Best Friend. Content Warning.
This is the story about a girl [Jessie, illustrator of The Hound Who Saw, coming out near Easter 2026] who meets her furever first best friend. This is the story about Cubby. He was a burnise mountain dog, border collie mix. He was rescued at three years old, when his first furever family, fell apart. Mom and Dad of that family got divorced, and Dad took Cubby with him. From what we were told, where the man lived, he wasn't allowed to have the dog inside, so, he left him outside all the time. At one point the man stopped feeding him, and he became rather thin. We think when we got him, he was almost 35 pounds soaking wet [he was a little over a hundred pounds when he passed]. He was just shy of ten years old when he crossed the rainbow bridge. This goes out to all the first amazing pets anyone could ever have...
By The Hound Who Saw15 days ago in Petlife
A Shocking Study!!! What Does It Mean to Have a Cat in Your Home?
At first glance, this question sounds dramatic, almost like the opening line of a viral headline. Yet behind it lies a fascinating truth supported by science, psychology, history, and everyday human experience. For centuries, cats have quietly shared our homes, our beds, and sometimes even our secrets. They sit on our keyboards while we work, stare at walls for no obvious reason, and somehow know exactly when we need comfort the most. But what does it really mean to live with a cat?
By Ahmed aldeabella24 days ago in Petlife
Stray Dogs in Tbilisi
No one can keep an accurate track because the registration and chipping is not systematic, but there are estimated 120,000 stray dogs in the country of Georgia, with up to 45-50,000 roaming in Tbilisi. It is a lot for a population of 1.4 million people.
By Lana V Lynx27 days ago in Petlife
An Open Letter to Minister Joanne Thompson: Save Canada’s 30 Beluga Whales from a Needless Death
To the Honourable Joanne Thompson, Minister of Fisheries, Oceans, and the Canadian Coast Guard, We, as concerned citizens, zoo patrons, scientists, zoo professionals, and advocates, are writing to you today with deep concern for the thirty beluga whales currently in an uncertain situation at Marineland Canada. With the facility now closed to the public and facing financial collapse, the fate of these animals rests entirely on the actions of your office.
By Jenna Deedy3 months ago in Petlife
Pet Insurance Dubai: Save Thousands on Surprise Vet Bills 2025 Guide
A single emergency surgery can range from 5,000 to 15,000 AED, while treatment for chronic conditions might exceed 20,000 AED annually—amounts few pet parents are prepared to pay out-of-pocket.
By Sarath Menon4 months ago in Petlife
The Irreplaceable Value of Live Animal Encounters
Animal-rights activists have recently promoted "virtual zoos" as ethical alternatives to live exhibits, utilizing holograms, 360-degree video, and animatronics. For instance, Belgium's GAIA is launching a Zoo of the Future with virtual and augmented reality, and robotic puppets, promising a new, immersive connection with nature "without cages, without captivity, and without suffering."
By Jenna Deedy5 months ago in Petlife
Whiskers and Wounds
Ayesha was once the melody in a quiet neighborhood of Lahore—the woman whose voice floated through jasmine-scented evenings like a gentle breeze. She taught music at the local school, her laughter ringing out as children fumbled with harmonium keys and off-key scales. Her home, small but warm, used to hum with life: the strum of strings, the soft clink of teacups, and songs passed down from her mother.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Petlife
The Tail That Taught Me Love
Ariba had never imagined herself as someone who’d come home to a wagging tail and muddy paws. She grew up in a house where everything had its place—shoes lined neatly by the door, cushions always plumped, and the idea of fur on the sofa was nothing short of a disaster. Her parents valued order, silence, and control. So did she—until one rainy evening rewrote everything.
By meerjanan5 months ago in Petlife
How a Tiny Kitten Saved Me from My Darkest Days
There was a time, not too long ago, when getting out of bed felt like climbing a mountain barefoot. My mind was heavy, my heart heavier. Some days, even the thought of opening the curtains felt like too much effort. Friends tried to help, but there’s only so much comfort words can bring when you’re trapped inside your own head.
By Vocal Member 5 months ago in Petlife
When I had no one to talk to, I talked to my dog.
There was a time a while ago when I stopped answering the phone — not because I didn’t want to talk, but because I didn’t know what to say. Messages from friends started going unread. Family group chats became overwhelming. Social invitations overwhelmed me, and even simple texts felt like responsibilities I couldn’t fulfill.
By Echoes of Life6 months ago in Petlife
I didn't know what I needed—until Milo gave it to me.
I didn’t plan on getting a dog. I didn’t think I had the time. I didn’t think I had the energy. And honestly, I didn’t think I had that much love left to give.
By Echoes of Life6 months ago in Petlife
How to Get Pet Insurance in Dubai – Step-by-Step Guide (2025)
Pet keeping has seen a boom in Dubai over the last few years, especially among expatriates and families that treat pets as part of the family. The larger the numbers, the more the need to bear their maintenance—financially and medicinally.
By Sarath Menon6 months ago in Petlife