PHOTOS: “Getting ready for the canine Easter holiday!”

Nancy Houser | February 22, 2010

The famous annual Mardi Gras in New Orleans ended with the beginning of Ash Wednesday, the first day of the Roman Catholic Lent period forty-six days (forty days not counting Sundays) before Easter. With so many people dressing up their favorite dog for this special holiday, we have picked out some unique photos of Easter [...]

Thanksgiving can go to the dogs

Nancy Houser | November 26, 2009

Now that the big Thanksgiving meal is over for most families, I wonder if anyone asks the question, “What does Thanksgiving mean to dogs?” Obviously, to dogs who are lucky enough to have a loving family it means small amounts of turkey and holiday meal leftovers, getting to lick the plate in many homes or [...]

Can Dogs Carry Swine Flu on their Fur?

Nancy Houser | November 3, 2009

Not too long ago a dog was banned from a nursing home because the owner was told it can carry the H1N1 virus. Even though the CDC has informed everyone that the dog cannot carry the swine flu virus, there is no data to support where or not someone can catch it by touching a [...]

Happy Halloween, Everyone!

Nancy Houser | October 31, 2009

As we all know, too much Halloween candy will make kids sick….along with the family dogs. But Halloween has allowed some pretty creative holiday cakes to be designed which may tempt someone…but hopefully not the family pet even though they may think these are pretty cool!  Maybe for your Halloween party tonight you, your kids [...]

Attention Dogs…Grrr, bark, woof!

Nancy Houser | October 16, 2009

Sometimes a clearly printed sign says it all…here is one that reaches both the dog owner and their dog’s communication level in the best way possible.

PHOTOS: “A list of fixed honey do’s”

Nancy Houser | September 24, 2009

Loving and caring pet owners are famous for keeping their dogs well cared for—the kennels, the dog  house, bowls, fences, etc. But when a list of honey do’s are requested, fixing household things can take another turn. Here are a few things that have been fixed…kind a’!

PHOTOGRAPH  CREDITS:  There! I fixed it!
(Submitted by Val Reed [...]

To my pets and visiting non-pet-owners!

Nancy Houser | September 23, 2009

Cats and dogs are known to rule their owner’s household, and for this reason….certain rules need to be followed…for your pets and also visitors to your home. Here are a few things you can copy and print in your home.

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Dear Dogs and Cats:
The dishes with the paw prints are yours and contain [...]

PHOTOS: “The prayers of animals…”

Nancy Houser | September 20, 2009

Do dogs, cats and animals pray for humanity? Obviously so from mounting evidence and the following photos. As more and more research is done, we are realizing actually how intelligent animals are and how connected they are to humanity and God through prayer. Maybe our life long friends are more than just buddies, but angels [...]