Articles tagged with pets
Gratitude Challenge Day #620
I feel like it’s been a while since I have posted one of these, but I haven’t posted on here since the middle of last week. Sooo, as usual, here are the things I am grateful for today.... 1. I didn’t do as much work as I wanted to today
Look Who's Back....
I haven't been on here in a minute, or two, or three haha. But I was enjoying my Christmas break, and my laptop probably enjoyed the break as well lol. I may be behind on some comments, but I'll catch up; it's not like I posted anything new since Dec. 22nd
Are You Thinking about Getting a Pet?
As we approach the holidays, there are many people who may be planning on getting a pet for a family Christmas gift. But there are many of those cute little puppies and kittens, which will end up in an animal shelter before the summer. T
An Unexpected Offer
The last article I posted was about how I was considering moving to Colorado and I laid out both pros and cons for the move. Well, on Facebook I had posted in a couple local groups trying to sell some of my stuff, stating that I wanted to move out of stat
The Look You Get When The Cat Food Bowl Is Empty
When I got home from running my errands today Stripes met me on the porch and he was very put out with me. You can probably tell that from the expression on his face. It appears that he was blaming me for the front porch cats' food bowl (the one right in f
Day 3 of my House Arrest
It is 8:20pm, so my day is wrapping up, good time to sit down and write a post :) I have to start off by saying I was bad today! Today I did not get on the treadmill >.> I developed a bit of a stomach ache mid day, and I did not want to push it and
What I Have Been Up To...
Hey there, everyone. I decided to jump on here and post since I think it’s been a few days. I do need to check for comments and answer back, but that’s not going to happen right now. I’m working on some writing assignments, plus it w
My extended family
During my introduction post a few months ago, I had forgotten to mention a big part of my family...my pets! Some of you that were from Bubblews know that I have a mini zoo! lol I have a couple of parrots, chickens, a leopard gecko (she actually belongs to
Tenancy Cleaning - Guarantee your Deposit will be Returned
Anyone who has lost a #deposit at the end of their #tenancy will likely vow never to have it happen again. In #London, at least, help is at hand. Tenancy Cleaning will sort out your end of tenancy #cleaning for a flat fee. Charges are very reasonable and a
Tom the Cat Assists Dying Veterans
I do wish more animals could call assisted living facilities, nursing homes, and certain wings of hospitals a forever home. Tom the cat is one lucky rescue kitty who is at home at Salem VA Hospice in Salem, Virginia. Tom is the one who makes
Tax Deduction Question
Help please! With tax season upon us I want to make sure everything I do is right. I have my own little side business that I've been running (pet sitting out of people's homes) and i have been keeping track of my earnings to report on my taxes so th
Smooch the Cat Feels the Heat
Smooch the Cat is getting old now. Although no one is sure of his exact age, he must be about fourteen, not bad for a cat. He's definitely slowing down. Here in our New Zealand summer he is feeling the heat. It's usually winter weather that affects him, bu
Third Times The Charm!
It took me 3 batches, but I finally got it right!!! :) The batter for my first batch was too thin to make cookies, so I made doggy muffins instead. Silly me didn't refrigerate them, so they got moldy! I experimented with the second batch and they a
Life And Loss Of My Mice(s)
Yes, I know there really isn't supposed to be an "s" there! :) I love having critters, I think they're so cute and make fun pets. I like to spoil them with a large cage (55 gallon glass aquarium) and lots of critter toys; running wheels, bridges, hi
Baking Question
Help! :) I've been looking for little ways I can earn some extra money (saving up for a down payment is not easy, and it is very stressful on the mind)! One way I have thought about doing that is by baking home made dog treats and selling the
Diary – Monday 12th January 2014
A day spent almost entirely online – I feel like a character in Tron, except I’ll just be chased round the game matrix by words and letters. I helped my Mum fold down our dining table, which was set larger for entertaining guests over
I Am Beyond Mad
I am so mad! As some of you know I co-direct an animal rescue. Well, I have been emailing a guy who was interested in one of our dogs for over a week - even assuring him that he had first chance at this dog. Today was supposed to be a meet and greet (the
what is my cat looking at?
Last night my cat jasper jumped up on to the back of the sofa behind me and just sat there, doing nothing but staring at the wall, looking from the top of the wall to the bottom and then back up again. I didn't notice any flies or spiders or anyth
Chihuahuas and Pit Bulls
With my experience working at animal rescues, I have heard A LOT of prejudice's against different breeds. I'm writing this now to stop the nonsense that is being said about the 2 most negatively talked about breeds: Chihuahuas and Pit Bulls. Did you k
My First Dog Shaming
I always love looking through the many many "dog shaming" photos that are spreading like wildfire across the internet! I think they're really cute and funny.Well, today I had to make my very own dog shaming photo because my dog was very very naughty!
Pit Bull Prejudice
In this day in age the most hated and feared dog breed is the pit bull, without question. Pit bulls have had their reputations dragged through the mud; they’ve endured years of being the targets of a modern day witch hunt. What does that mean? It mea
Pitbulls: Myths and Facts
There are many myths about pit bulls being spread around in today’s society. These myths are being used to “prove” that pit bulls are the most dangerous dog breed in the world. But the problem with that is, they are all false. And I am he
I'm Thinking Of Starting My Own Small Business
I have been researching ways I can make more money, my resolution for this year was to buy my own house, and as you can imagine it's an expensive venture! One of my greatest passions is animals. I love my pets like they are my babies, so being able
This Is My Monday
Hello, everyone, I hope you guys are having a good day/night. It has been dark, gloomy and rainy since yesterday and I am so over it already. It doesn't motivate me, it just makes me want to crawl back into bed and sleep for the rest of the day. It also ke
She Likes Playing With The Dogs
My daughter has developed a liking to our watch dogs. She used to fear them because they can be very vicious when it comes to unwanted visitors and passers by. But one time she saw me playing with our brown dog Snicker who is quite loving if you get to kno
Category Challenge: Animals - I love them all!
I decided to join on on @dawnwriter's A-W Category Challenge at last. Animals is an easy one for me. I grew up with dogs as pets all my life. We always had a dog in the house and I got my own little dog when I was 16 still living at home. Since, I have h
Category Challenge: Animals
The first category under my #Category-Challenge is #Animals. Since this is my post, I get to lay down the rules and will include insects, birds, reptiles and arachnids etc under it too. I like and respect animals but only in their natural surroundin
Glad my cat is home
I feel like a zombie this morning. my 2 year old cat tiger didn't come home last night. usually i have both cats in by midnight and they settle down for the night. I just cant settle without them coming home, so last i didn't get much
Jasper and tiger
Im up bright and early this morning, so are the kids, i feel like a zombie though and my ankle is still hurting from spraining it yesterday. Today is practice run for back to school tomorrow, i think we can get up and make it on time, although im not sure
