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Stories in Petlife that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.
Human-Grade Dog Food: The Only Option For My German Pointer . Created with: Ollie.
Whether he’s sprinting after cattle on an east Texas ranch or hunting down rubber ducks in the bathtub, it’s no secret that my pup Rusty needs a lot of calories to keep his energy levels up!
By The Real Rusty 4 years ago in Petlife
Fostering Hope
To be honest, I had never fully considered fostering a dog until a couple of months before I met Hope. I had this picture of it as a great and noble thing that I wasn't capable of. Then I started seeing frequent social media posts from Dogs Lives Matter - Saving NYC Dogs. This put the mission of fostering dogs into a whole new perspective for me. These weren't dogs that people brought home in hopes of keeping forever (though I would later learn just how common foster fails are!). These were dogs that were dying, that day, if nobody stepped up. I can't say I didn't know that somewhere deep down before, but seeing these listings day in and day out, including the mourning posts for those that never got saved, put things into perspective for me. My adopted dog, Melody, was dog-friendly, and I had the resources to feed another mouth; what was I doing sitting idly by while so many dogs waited in kill shelters for someone that never came?
By Chelsea Lynne4 years ago in Petlife
Free Feeding vs. Scheduled Feeding: A Comprehensive Guide on Meal Time. Created with: Ollie.
Just like people, dogs come in all shapes and sizes. Not to mention their energy levels! That means that all dogs have different needs when it comes to the food bowl, which can make it tough when it comes to figuring out a feeding schedule and the type of food that works best for your pet. There are lots of decisions we have to make as pet owners. One of the most important is what, and when, to feed our pups.
By Lindsey Seals4 years ago in Petlife
The 3 Essentials Every Pup Needs: Fresh Food, Walkies, and Cuddles. Created with: Ollie.
Is there anything better than bringing home a sweet new pup? There’s just something special about those slobbery kisses and curious head tilts that make every early morning wake-up and torn-up shoe absolutely worth it.
By Liz Warner4 years ago in Petlife
Taking Your Pet Everywhere Just Got a Whole Lot Easier, Here’s How. Created with: Halo Collar.
My entire childhood, I never left home without my favorite stuffed animal, a golden retriever from Build-a-Bear. I would take the stuffed animal everywhere you can imagine, from the mall to the zoo to family reunions and on long road trips.
By Jessie Reardon4 years ago in Petlife
The Secrets to Having a Talking Dog
It’s fun to teach your dog a new trick, but it is even more fun to teach them how to talk! Thanks to the use of recordable learning buttons, canines everywhere are finally learning how to speak with their owners. This is a step-by step guide to help you learn how to teach your dog how to use these buttons so you can expand their vocabulary and start chatting with your furry friend.
By Isla Kaye Thistle4 years ago in Petlife
Funny Farm
Supporting the dreams of those who strive to help is important and is personally fulfilling as well. Through the years I've tried to help various organizations by volunteering, fundraising, or donating. The charitable organization I'm featuring here is not close enough for me to volunteer at. If it were, I'd be there every day because it's just so delightful! Do yourself a favor and follow The Ass Menagerie Sanctuary (TAMS) on social media. The animals and their antics will help bring a smile to your day.
By Mary Haynes4 years ago in Petlife
How I Know I Can Be a Mother
I have always struggled with the idea of being a mother. The idea of being responsible for the life of another being. Making sure they’re fed. Bathed. Clothed. Getting enough sleep. Entertained. Happy. I feel like I’m barely capable of managing those basic needs for myself.
By Chloe Anne4 years ago in Petlife
Behind the Mask
“Go get ‘em!” Tens of tiny biscuits were propelled into the air, as ten tiny faces desperately watched with crazed eyeballs, hungry and excited. Then tens of tiny paws frantically scrabbled, slipping across the laminate floor as the biscuits rained down and scattered everywhere; booty dropping from a piñata. And in ten seconds – gone.
By Clare de Lune4 years ago in Petlife
