Today it rained. Yes, water fell from the sky in California! Not only rain, it hailed some and there was some awesome thunder and lightning. It was close and it was loud! My husband took my daughter to school and my son and I planned to crawl into my bed and watch the storm through the window. That sounded heavenly. I've been working so much, … [Read more...]
Rascal bids the kids goodnight
A few years ago we brought home some cats. Dreams of lovable furry teddy bears to cuddle with at night, or lay curled up on our toes, keeping our feet warm and lulling us to sleep with their purrs floated around in my mind. Those dreams were quickly shattered. This is but one of the many, many sleepless nights to follow. The kids are almost … [Read more...]
Tips for Stress Free Moving with Pets
Moving with pets Moving is a stressful time for everyone involved, but especially your pets. We recently moved and had to travel and stay for a week with relatives before getting into our new home, with two cats, a dog, and kids; it was quite an adventure. We did what we could to make the whole process as stress free as possible. When moving … [Read more...]
5 Tips to Help with Dog Separation Anxiety
About the Author: Nicole is a writer and editor at DogVills.com, a site dedicated to dog training in general and hypoallergenic dog breeds in particular. She’s a pet parent to two dogs- a Pharaoh Hound named Freya & a Pit/Lab mix named Mocha. Dog separation anxiety is rough, and not just on your pup! I get so sad when I see my dogs’ nervous … [Read more...]
Lurking Laundry Basket- When Laundry Strikes Back
The kids are asleep and I can finally try to get some sleep myself! I walk past the empty laundry basket on the floor at the end of my bed and think I should move that. I know I'll probably get up in the middle of the night, as happens often with little ones, and trip over it! I'm too tired to bother and since I took that mental note, I'm sure … [Read more...]
Non-Toxic Pet-Friendly Cleaning for Spring
Pet-Friendly Cleaning for Spring Spring is upon us, which means it’s time to evict the cobwebs and dust in your home. If you have resident animals, choosing pet-friendly cleaning options is very important. The community of pet lovers at Rover.com are all about keeping pets safe and comfortable and have a few favorite cleaners to recommend. … [Read more...]
Does This Cat Think He is a Dog?
The weather has been getting cooler and the times for lounging in the sun and soaking the heat from the warm ground more and more scarce. Rascal was out trying to squeeze every ounce of warmth from the soil that he could before finally coming in to curl up on my blanket, which now needs a good washing. Can you see why? Not to mention the … [Read more...]
Cool Cats Keeping Cool
These boys haven't cuddled together very much lately because it's so hot. It's much hotter here in the mountains compared to where we used to live on the coast. Finding a nice cool place to snuggle can be a challenge, so I was surprised to find both cats in the laundry basket. Look at that fur! You two have been rolling in the dirt again. Your … [Read more...]
Curious Cat Must Know What is in the Jar
My kids are curious about the world and intrigued by anything that moves, creeps, or crawls, so it's no surprise to find a jar with a caterpillar in it on my kitchen counter. At least, it's no surprise to me. Rascal was quite astonished that something in the jar next to him moved! He watched it for a long while and I had to come to the poor … [Read more...]
Wild Cat in the House
Spring time is definitely here! The cats have been more active and full of mischief as the weather warms. Rascal especially, has been more spastic than I've seen him all winter. He runs around the house in the evenings like a maniac, knocking things over and pouncing on his toys. I am used to his antics, but he has begun a new habit that I am … [Read more...]