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Review of Strays: A Lost Cat, A Homeless Man And Their Journey Across America By Britt Collins

Posted on September 7, 2017 by Karen | 2 Comments

I will admit to being hesitant to read books about pets because often they end sadly. When Britt approached me about reviewing her new book Strays, I asked if the book had a happy ending before I consented. Without giving away too much story content, she assured me the book ended happily. After reading that, I agreed…

Holistic Pet Care: Is It The Right Choice For Your Pet?

Posted on August 30, 2017 by Karen | 1 Comment

Have you tried traditional medicine to cure your cat’s illness, but find it doesn’t seem to be working? Holistic pet care may be the answer. What does holistic mean and how does holistic pet care differ from traditional methods? In Anitra Frazier’s book The Natural Cat, she defines the following goals of holistic pet care:…

Grieving Loss of a Pet: It’s Okay to Cry

Posted on August 28, 2017 by Ann Butenas |

I recently lost my dog and am dealing with the feeling of loss. It is incredibly hard missing the love and affection of a pet who has recently passed away. When grieving loss of a pet, realize it does take time to recover. It is helpful to talk to an understanding friend about all of…

Why Love Cats? The List is Endless!

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Ann Butenas |

If you have been keeping pace with what I post here, it is no secret I am actually a dog owner. I have, on occasion, threatened to get a cat and introduce him into the household – at least once…

5 Ways To Strengthen Cat-Human Bond

Posted on June 14, 2016 by Ann Butenas |

As one who has somewhat struggled with creating a tight bond with my dog, I often wonder about the cat-human bond. How would I go about bonding with a cat? Observing my friends and family members with their cats, it…

Acupuncture For Cats

Posted on June 10, 2016 by Karen |

Acupuncture, a branch of Traditional Chinese Medicine, has been around for thousands of years. You might’ve heard of the benefits of acupuncture for humans, but were you aware of the benefits of acupuncture for cats? According to Catnip Magazine, acupuncture can…

Cats and Dogs: Can They Be Happy Roommates?

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Ann Butenas |

The other day as I came home from my morning run and walked into the house from the garage, my dog Bolt came racing from the living room to the side entry, where I was standing. He tried to dash…

Millennials: Changing Trends In Pet Ownership

Posted on June 2, 2016 by Karen |

According to Census Bureau estimates, millennials (people born 1980-mid-2000s), or Gen Y, now comprise a quarter of the country’s population, making them the largest generation in the U.S., outnumbering baby boomers. The 2017-2018 National Pet Owners Survey, conducted by…