Category Archives: Pet Fun
American Pets – Useful dog tricks
Presenting, Useful Dog Tricks and Jesse, the useful dog. Jesse was trained using “positive reinforcement” and clicker training. His friend, Heather, says he loves learning new things (and getting the tricks for doing them.) When not doing tricks, Jesse chases … Continue reading
American Pets – Granddogs
Newsweek calls it a “social trend.” I call it “totally adorable.” Grandparents across the country are caring for not only their actual grandkids, but also their kids’ dogs- their granddogs. “It’s an epidemic; everyone I talk to over 45 is … Continue reading
Holidays – National Cat Day
Today is National Cat Day, and I better be hearing some happy meows from everyone. My dog Wes and I love cats, and who doesn’t? In honor of our feline friends, I just have to post my favorite YouTube cartoon, … Continue reading
Life 101 – Talking Animals
Here’s a good giggle for you. Walk on the Wild Side, currently airing on BBC One, takes a gander at what animals might say as they go about their life. There’s something about the English accent that takes it over … Continue reading
American Pets – Dogs in costume
Halloween is less than a week away. Have you decided on your costume yet? I’m debating my own, but Westminster has already picked out his wig. There is something so cute about dogs dressing up, which makes The Tompkins Square … Continue reading
American Pets – IKEA 100 Cats
What happens when a herd of 100 cats are let loose inside of a furniture store? A new IKEA commercial, of course. The stunt was tagged as an “experiment”, but the results were so full of feel-good furriness and cuddles, … Continue reading
American Pets – National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month
October is National Adopt a Shelter Dog Month, and in my quest to discover all things good this week, I think the best thing you can do for an animal is give him a good home. My dog Westminster is … Continue reading
American Pets – Stubborn as a cat
A cat stuck (ahem, just too darn stubborn to come down) in a tree in Michigan finally climbed down after a week and a half of being out on a limb. In true cat fashion, once on the ground, he … Continue reading
Pet Fun – Wes on Dogster
My dog Wes is a featured doggie on Dogster today. Check out his profile and dog diary, “A Walk in the Park with Wes” and add him as a friend (if all you dog owners out there aren’t aware, Dogster … Continue reading
Pet Fun – Dog Travel
You know people are loving their pooches more than ever when Toyota has a car specifically engineered for dogs’ safety and comfort. The Venza has all kinds of new features to make your dog happy while traveling. All I need … Continue reading