How Does an Ill Pet Impact The Pet Parent?
Itâs been a while since Iâve posted anything here on my blog. Itâs not that I havenât wanted to write. Iâve sat down at my computer several times, started typing, deleted what Iâve typed, edited what Iâve written, not sure what to say, but more so, how to say it. At the time I didnât know how this âstoryâ was going to end. So how could I begin to write if I didnât have an ending? Pets Have Positive Physical and Emotional Effects on...
How Much Does Puppyâs First Year Cost?
How Much Does Puppyâs First Year Cost? What is the financial cost of being a pet parent? Letâs be honest, pets are not inexpensive. The financial commitment in a puppy’s first year, with veterinarian visits, spaying/neutering and vaccines alone, adds up. And thatâs not taking into consideration any illnesses or accidents your puppy may have along the way. But the expenses don’t stop here. There’s the additional cost...
Puppy’s First Year – One Year Old!
Puppyâs First Year We Made It! My Puppy (dog) is 1 Year Old! Yes! I made it through the first year of puppyhood with Edna! Not necessarily unscathed, a bit more tired, but I made it – we made it. For the past 9 months since Edna’s come home to me, I’ve been documenting “My Puppy’s First Year” here on my blog. I’ve written about what it was like Introducing Edna to my dog Edie , our Struggles...
PetSafe Pagoda Pet Fountain Giveaway!
PetSafe Canada Pagoda Pet Fountain Giveaway! It’s the Holiday season and what a better way to celebrate than with a giveaway of something special for the pets in our lives! This is a sponsored post on behalf of PetSafe Canada. I only share information on products that I would use myself, for my pets, or believe would be of interest to my readers. All opinions are mine and do not necessarily reflect those of PetSafe Canada. This...
Holiday Pet Gift Guide 2018 Submissions
Holiday Pet Gift Guide 2018 Submissions What’s on Every Pet’s Holiday Wish List This Year? Pet parents spare no expense when it comes to pampering their pets and the Holiday Season is no exception! Whether it’s the newest dog or cat toy, the softest cuddliest pet bed, or that fashionably warm sweater or coat helping protect pets during the cold winter months, you can be sure pets will be found on Holiday...
Puppy’s First Year – Month 10
Puppyâs First Year – Month 10 Documenting my puppy Edna’s first year of life. How is my puppy 10 months old already, thatâs just crazy! Does that mean in 2 months when Edna turns one I can no longer call her “my puppy”? That makes me a little sad – I think Edna will always will be referred to as my “puppy” since she is the âbabyâ of our pet family. How Has My Puppy Changed Since My Last...
Hoodie Season and Giveaway with Dogvills!
Hoodie Season and Giveaway with Dogvills! Hoodie Season My Favourite Time of Year! Hoodie season, my favourite time of the year. Not too hot, not too cold, perfect adventure and dog walking weather.. This is a sponsored post on behalf of Dogvills.com. I only share information on products that I would use for myself, my pets, or believe my readers would find of interest. Opinions do not necessarily reflect those of Dogvills. Speaking...
Pet Obesity Awareness Day
Pet Obesity Awareness Day Yes. Iâm writing another post about pet obesity. I see your eyes glazing over. Iâve possibly lost you already. You’re likely ready to close this post and move on to a topic that is considered âfunâ. Maybe youâd rather be viewing photos of cute puppies and kittens – who wouldnât? Reading articles or listening to someone talk about overweight pets and pet obesity may not be considered one of those...
Pets, Autumn and Allergies
Pets, Autumn and Allergies Tis the season – itching, scratching, licking of paws. Yup, itâs autumn allergy season for our pets! Many people associate spring-time with the blooming and new growth of plants and flowers as allergy season, but for some, including my dog Edie, autumn causes skin itch and irritation. Autumn is our favourite time of year, the perfect pug weather for long walks and being outside.There is nothing more...
Fundraise for Farley Month
Fundraise for Farley Month! “Helping Pet Owners Who Need It Most” Starting October 1, 2018, the Farley Foundation kicks off its annual fundraising campaign to help those who are struggling financially to pay for veterinary care for their pets. The Farley Foundation helps pet owners in financial need by subsidizing the cost of veterinary care for their sick or injured pets. When you donate to the Farley Foundation, you...
Puppy’s First Year – Tailored Nutrition and Feeding
Puppyâs First Year Tailored Nutrition and Feeding Up until now I have not touched on the subject of my puppy Edna’s nutrition and feeding. When in fact, nutrition is in my opinion one of, if not the most important topics when it comes to our growing puppyâs development. It Doesn’t Stop With WHAT to Feed But How MUCH to Feed! Today more than ever, deciding what to feed our puppies and adult dogs can be an...
Show Dogs Movie – Giveaway!
Show Dogs Movie Put your paws up, relax, grab a bag of popcorn and get ready to cheer on our four legged friends as they save the day in Show Dogs Movie staring Will Arnett and Ludicris. This is a sponsored post to promote #ShowDogstheMovie now on Blu-ray™ and On Demand. Opinions are mine and do not necessarily reflect those of eOne Films. We all know who the real stars of Show Dogs Movie are – that’s right, the...
Staying Hydrated with PetSafeâs Drinkwell Zen Pet Fountain
This summer has been to say the very least, hot, dry and humid. There are some that enjoy the tropical-like weather, and I for the most part do as well, but when the heat and humidity continues day after day, with little relief, it can take a toll on us and our pets. This is a sponsored post on behalf of PetSafe Canada. I received a Drinkwell Zen Pet Fountain for my honest review and to bring attention to the importance of pet...
Preserving Memories with BestCanvas.ca – Review & Giveaway
Memories Memories mean different things to different people. We all save, share and cherish memories in our own special way. Some memories are saved in our minds, our hearts, on a printed photo, on our phone’s camera roll, or on a computerâs hard drive. This is a sponsored post on behalf of Best Canvas. I only share information on products that I would use for myself, my pets, or believe my readers find of interested. All views...
Bissell Crosswave Pet Pro
Bissell Crosswave Pet Pro – Multi Surface Wet-Vac Because I Need All The Help I Can Get Living With Four Pets! One of the challenges I face as a multi pet parent is keeping my home tidy and fresh. Sharing my home with 2 dogs and 2 cats requires spending extra time cleaning, vacuuming, dusting and moping my home. I donât fool myself into thinking that I will be featured any time soon in a house and homes magazine, however, I...
Puppyâs First Year – Month 7 – Walking Puppy on a Loose Leash
Puppyâs First Year – Month 7 My puppy is now 7 months old. Each day brings a new adventure, a new challenge. Weight: 5.6kg Crazy as ever! No longer peeing in the house – Woohoo! Still doing zoomies at 160.93 KMPH – or 100 MPH for my US friends đ Learning to walk on leash without pulling – a work in progress Month 7 Puppy Challenge: Walking my Puppy on a Loose Leash Raising a puppy comes with many, many,...
The Scoop on Dog Poop
The Scoop on Dog Poop How Many Times a Day Should My Dog Poop? On this episode of Vet Chat with Dr. Ryan Llera, the discussion is all about the dirty end of our dogs. Yup, we’re talking about dog poop, dog stool, dog fecal matter, no matter what you call it, all dog’s do it, and we as dog parents get to pick it up! But what’s normal when it comes to our dogs and their stools? How many times a day should our dogs...
Happy 8th Birthday Edie the Pug
Happy 8th Birthday Edie! Wow – 8 years – it seems like only yesterday I brought this little black pug home and itâs been quite the adventure ever since! Over the past 8 years Edie has created a name for herself on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, here on my blog, and of course, Edie wouldnât be Edie without her own website Ediethepug.com , but most of all, Edie has a special place in my heart. I had no idea how life would...
AirRestore Tempest Air Neutralizer – Review
AirRestore Tempest Air Neutralizer – Review You know the saying âGood Things Come in Small Packagesâ? Well in this case, I think the saying should be: âSmall and Mighty Gets the Job Done! Have you ever purchased a product and look at it thinking , âok, letâs give it a try, see if it works, and hope it will do half of what it claims it can and will doâ? Now answer this, have you ever used a product that completely surpasses all...
Puppy’s First Year – Month 6 – Spay Surgery
Puppyâs First Year Month 6 Spay Surgery Current Weight: 5.1kg Baby teeth: All gone – with a little help đ House Trained: So far so good! June 11th, 2018: Spayed How can my puppy be six months already? Sheâs halfway to being considered an adult dog! I look back over my posts documenting my “Puppy’s First Year” and I’m reminded about some of the challenges I have been confronted with. Most notably was my...
Puppy House Training – I’m Not the Potty Whisperer
I’m Not the Puppy Potty Whisperer I Thought I Was Puppy potting training What does it take to be successful at house training a puppy? A watchful eye? Understanding the signals your puppy gives when it needs to âgoâ? Taking your puppy out after each meal? Going outside as soon as your pup wakes up? How about after your puppy has finished playing? Or knowing your puppy’s potty schedule? What happens when you do all...
I Want a Pug Puppy!
So you want a Puppy Not just any Puppy You want a Pug Puppy! If your answer is “Yes, OMG, I want one of those cute little Pug Puppys!” Then my question to you is “Why?” Is it because you âthinkâ⌠Pugs are undeniably irresistible? Pugs have the cutest squishy faces and the most expressive eyes? Pugs donât require much exercise and would be happy just to share the couch with you? Pugs donât shed? As a pug parent...
Puppy’s First Year – Introducing Puppy to Vacuum
Puppyâs First Year – Introducing Puppy to Vacuum Everything in a puppy’s young life is full of firsts – first walk, first car ride, first trip to the vet, first time meeting other dogs. But let’s talk about the first time you introduce your puppy to the vacuum. Sharing my home with two dogs and two cats you can be sure that my vacuum is working double duty, so the last thing I want is a dog who is frightened,...
4Knines SUV Cargo Liner Giveaway
4Knines SUV Cargo Liner Giveaway! April showers bringâŚ.. well in my case April brought, rain, snow, ice, sleet, high winds and muddy dog paws. Dog parents know that spring-time means more than the blooming of flowers, it’s the dreaded time of year for dirt, mud, wet paws, and the one thing we try to avoid at all costs – the wet dog shake! For those that take our dogs in the car during the spring wet weather,...
Puppyâs First Year – Month 4
Puppyâs First Year – Month 4 Current weight – 4.1kg First tooth lost – April 23, 2018 Where does the time go, my wee little puppy is already 4 months old! Edna, our pug puppy joined our family 7 weeks ago, sometimes it feels like it was only yesterday, other days it feels like sheâs been here forever – take that as you may đ So what have those 7 weeks looked like and what has Edna learned in her first 4 months...
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