I just returned home from two weeks away, pet-sitting,... and this is the look I get. Dogs, cats, chickens, turkeys, birds, skunks, raccoons,.. an animal zoo was not exactly what I signed up for. But I loved pet sitting for my friend. Is she still my friend? Will she ever let me visit again? What about the boys? I wasn't too far to check on … [Read more...]
Cat Etiquette: Lessons in table manners I am reminded of
Cat Etiquette My cats are very quick to point out exactly what is proper and acceptable in my their house. When I slip up, I am shown exactly why my behavior and/or actions where not good choices on my part. They do not lecture or scold me, just kindly demonstrate the effects my actions have caused and I am free to decide if the consequences … [Read more...]
A Little Rain a Lot of Chaos
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...]
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...]
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...]
Dawning the Cone of Shame
We had a slight scare last week, you know, that day when you came, expecting to find the Pet Parade, but stood in shock when it wasn't here as it always is on Friday? Some of you kept your heads and found a way to join the Pet Parade over at Bionic Basil or Barking From the Bayou, but others were panicked and ran through the streets thinking the … [Read more...]
Stinking Dog Breath! Theres a Treat for That #NutriVet
Whenever I'm thinking of bringing a new pet home, I check out my local animal shelters. I like to adopt if possible. A few years ago, I wandered in to look at the dogs, just in case, knowing there was no chance they would have the dog for me. But, we all know how that story ended. Max was there waiting for me, looking at me with those big, brown, … [Read more...]
How to Show Your Pets Love #LoveYourPetEveryDay
There is someone you can count on to love you no matter what. Someone who doesn't care if your hair is done or your make up is on, doesn't care if you even brushed your teeth today! There is nothing like the unconditional love of pets. We just celebrated National Love Your Pet Day, but as pet owners, we don't need one day to celebrate the … [Read more...]
True Love is A Dog and His Child #TruLoveIs
True Love is a Dog and His Girl Max loves his little girl. This girl can do no wrong. He follows her around, sleeps in her bed, cuddles with her on the couch and even though she sometimes forgets to be as gentle as I would like, he keeps coming back for more. Her favorite thing to do is bundle him up like a little baby doll and place … [Read more...]