Photo credit: Bettie Page Styled via Visual Hunt / CC BY-NC Pit Bulls and Pit Bull Mixes are one breed of dog that is used in dogfighting. Really? How could anyone do this to these innocent creatures? These puppies were actually euthanized for the crime of being born a Pitbull mix. {Which is a whole other conversation.} Perhaps that was better than the life they may have been destined for. Every once in awhile something surfaces, or in this case, resurfaces, that makes me question … [Read more...]
All Animals Deserve Our Kindness and Respect
Some of the beautiful little kittens in the “Kitten Room” of our local SPCA/Animal Rescue. Anyone who knows me well, or who has read my blog or followed me on Facebook or Twitter, knows that I am a huge lover of animals. I have written a number of articles on various subjects related to the care and ethical treatment of animals. I firmly believe, All Animals Deserve Our Kindness and Respect. I am sure there are times when some people roll their eyes and think, “oh no, she’s at it again”. … [Read more...]
The Unconditional Love We Receive From Our Pets a.k.a. I’d Rather Be With My Dog
Love has many forms and faces, however, none is as true and undying as the unconditional love we receive from our pets. Dogs, cats, horses, reptiles, guinea pigs, tropical fish, bunnies, and the list goes on. Want to know what these potential pets have in common? They are all completely innocent creatures. Our little girls. Look at those adorable little faces! They have not asked to come into our lives. However, if they do, they deserve to be loved and properly cared for. If you … [Read more...]
This Year, Give the Gift of Iams
Anyone who has ever had the pleasure of living with a cat or dog, knows just how quickly these charming little pets become an integral part of the family. They are always in a sweet and loving mood, at your side no matter how you are feeling and can always be counted on for a snuggle and a kiss. And, like any family member, we want to do everything we can to ensure their health and happiness. My husband and I have been fortunate enough to have had kitties in our lives for much of our married … [Read more...]