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Oprah Pays Tribute to Her Beloved Sophie

PetSugar — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 15:50:18 -0700

Oprah opened today's show by saying it was for "anybody, anywhere who loves a dog, has ever loved a dog or just cares about their basic right to human treatment." She dedicated the show to her spaniel, Sophie, who passed away on March 10, saying:

Sophie gave me 13 years of pure unconditional love. She was the true love in my life. In fact, she's been one of the greatest reasons for me to be a kinder, more gentler person.

The tribute video, which Oprah's team put together for her, is incredibly moving. See for yourself, but before you start, you might want to grab a tissue.

The Scoop: Pets Only Funeral Home Expands to Florida

PetSugar — Mon, 19 May 2008 17:00:07 -0700

Saying goodbye to a pet is a difficult experience for any family, and the number of unique ways to commemorate a pet continues to astound me as the pet-loss industry grows as well. Even if you're not interested in a LifeGem or Perpetual Pet, it's not uncommon to honor the loss of a cherished furry family member in your own special way. Pet Angel Memorial Center offers memorial and burial services for pets from dogs to iguanas and everything in between at one of their three US locations (Carmel, IN, Wichita, KS, and Pinellas Park, FL). Learn a little bit more when you read more.

They've got many packages available but, what sets them apart is that they offer actual memorial services for your friends and family in addition to remembrance burial and cremation packages.

"We started the business because I don't have two-legged children," owner Colleen Ellis said. "All I have is four-legged children and I wanted her treated in the same way as the human-funeral business, which is the business I come from."

I wouldn't be surprised if this concept spreads to other cities – what's your take?

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Howl-o-ween Puppies Dressed as Cats (Literally)

PetSugar — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 10:35:57 -0700

It's really cutting it close if you've yet to come up with a costume for your furry friend. When thinking about easy costumes for pets, I immediately thought of my go-to getup for years: cat ears. Simple enough for this Halloween grinch, but a tail . . . no, thanks.

Which brought back the memory of those cute pooches on Conan playing Puppies Dressed as Cats. If you're crafty, you can simply sew black felt bits on a existing black hoodie or to see some premade kitty costumes for the canines, read more.

Grooming Pets From Start to Finish

PetSugar — Mon, 21 Sep 2009 13:50:12 -0700

We've tackled many pet peeves on PetSugar, but grooming is one of the dirtiest topics - P. U.! To keep your furry friends nice and fresh, refresh your memory with these six posts.

Four Things to Do Before Bathtime	How to Clean Dogs' Eyes	Bring Home Bathtime Essentials
Six Tips For Grooming Older Pups	How to Deal With Dandruff	Bathing Alternatives For Cats

Share Your Pooch Appreciation For National Dog Day!

PetSugar — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:30:29 -0700

Happy National Dog Day! Like I need a holiday to celebrate those cute canines but, if you do, today's your day. Whether you currently share a home with a dog, have a furry pal as a BFF, or simply hold on to the memories from your youth - I'd love to hear why you're happy to share the world with pups!

Remember there's still ways to give back to pups in need and plenty of cute pets in need of a home. Woof!

Do Tell: Have You Ever Been to a Pet Funeral or Cemetery?

PetSugar — Wed, 08 Jul 2009 15:00:04 -0700

Growing up alongside a furry friend makes her just like family, and it's never easy to lose a pet. When the latest episode of the Bravo reality show, NYC Prep (don't judge me!), shows one household lose their beloved 11-year-old dog, my heart went out to 16-year-old Kelli who had grown up alongside the fluffy pup.

It had been mentioned earlier that Lily was on a treatment including steroids and acupuncture with two herniated discs, and they later host a pet funeral at a pet cemetery in Long Island. To see the rest of the scene, read more.

Have you ever been to a pet memorial service and/or cemetery?

What Happened This Week on PetSugar (7/19-7/24)?

PetSugar — Sat, 25 Jul 2009 03:00:33 -0700

We had a ton of fun talking about baby animals, new pet accessories, and sports. Yes, sports! Can you recall what else we discussed this week? Take my new recap quiz and test your memory!

Question 1 of 5

Which race contained a stage that features the name of this dog?

What Happened This Week on PetSugar (5/24-5/29)?

PetSugar — Sat, 30 May 2009 03:00:27 -0700

This week on PetSugar, we celebrated Memorial Day and found lots of ways you can celebrate an extra day off with your furry pals. What else did we learn this week? Find out how well you were paying attention when you take my weekly recap quiz!

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Fight Flab and Fill Out a Food and Fitness Log For Furry Friends

PetSugar — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 12:20:43 -0700

Most of the time losing weight comes down to dieting and exercise for people . . . and for pets, too. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention, 44 percent of dogs and 57 percent of cats are estimated to be overweight or obese – eeks!

If your pet could stand to drop a few, Spring's the time to start getting in shape – there's more sunlight for indoor and outdoor activities and the weather's improving in many places. If you're super serious, Kijiji is offering a Pet Fitness Sweepstakes in six US cities (New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, Detroit, Atlanta, and Houston) to motivate you. Even if you're not in that area, commit to change by filling out a Pet Food & Fitness Log (refresh your memory on canine calorie counting here) and get ready to see results!

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Pet Food Recall: Solid Gold Pop-Top Cans

PetSugar — Wed, 31 Dec 2008 07:30:22 -0800

If your pup dines on Solid Gold brand dog food, then sit up and take note! The company has voluntarily recalled one formula from their line of canned pet food because of several complaints regarding mold found in a batch of 13.2 oz cans. Affected formulas are:

13.2 oz Turkey and Ocean Fish Canned Dog Food
Purple label with a POP –TOP (Pull top) only
Date on bottom of can 01/02/2010
(Turkey and Ocean Fish cans without a Pop-Top are not affected.)

This limited production was never distributed in the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, or Washington so, if you live there, you may have never seen this item anyway. If you have any of these affected formulas with the dates noted as above, please return or discard the item! If you suspect your pup has eaten a contaminated food, or you see something suspicious, refresh your memory about how to report this to the FDA here.