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Would You Keep a Giant Cockroach as a Pet?
He's a contender. This giant burrowing cockroach made the news for (potentially) being the world's heaviest insect. Related to, but not the same as the roaches we see stateside, these creatures can range from 1 to 1.5 ounces
While it's not yet certain if Heathcliff measures up to the title, I'm torn between wanting to look away .
Bare Bones: Reflective Gear
Now that it's nearly dark by the time I get home from work, it's time to start thinking about reflective gear for my four legged pal. Not only are there some pretty stylish and highly reflective rain jackets that pets can throw on before leaving the house for the evening potty walk, but if your pooch isn't the coat wearing type, you can always attach a safety light to his harness or collar to make sure he's seen even on the rainiest or darkest of nights.
Take for example this Buddy Beacon ($13) from Ruffwear.
Do Tell: What's Your Favorite Pet-Friendly Hotel?
When LilPeaPod came back from her adventure with Samson at the Worldwide Fido Awards, she told us all about the great staff at the Le Merigot – where she stayed while filming the show. I know some hotels have a "Pet-Friendly" policy, but aren't too friendly when you check in. Thankfully, that wasn't the case when she arrived:
I was very impressed with the staff of the Le Merigot Hotel in Santa Monica, who went out of their way to make us feel comfortable, and treated Samson like a king – it was definitely all about him while we were there.
Hurricane Gustav Evacuees Included Pets This Time, Too
One of the most devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina three years ago was the fact that pets were not allowed on evacuation buses or boats – so thousands of people were forced to leave their furry loved ones behind if they had no other way out of the hurricane's path. Thankfully, we have since then not only learned how to better prepare ourselves for a natural disaster, but lawmakers have come to realize that pets are part of your family, too. In May of 2006, the Pet Evacuation Bill was approved by the House of Representatives in response to the unfortunate treatment of animals during Katrina's evacuation.I Need Your Help . . . How to Refresh a Pooch Without a Bath?
You're a good dog, Charlie Brown . . .
Do You Know What Your Pets Do When You Aren't Home?
This water loving chocolate lab caught having some fun on his family's waterslide had me laughing out loud! It's either super hot outside and he's trying to cool off, or he's just really in love with the slide! Since the video says the user caught the dog sliding into the pool when he thought the family was gone for the day, it makes me wonder what North would be doing if he weren't crated while I'm at work!Are Your Pets Campaigning?
I came across that musical "Pets For Obama" video (with original lyrics to boot), and it got me to wondering how many of your furry friends are campaigning for a certain presidential candidate? There's plenty of pet political paraphernalia out there, from tees, to buttons, to hats — which makes it even easier for your pets to choose, or more appropriately, easier for you to choose a side for them and display your candidate pride.
I'm personally not going to involve North in the political process this year, but how many of you passionate citizens are getting your pets out to help rock the vote?
Do Tell: Is Your Pet a Bug Catcher?
While it's important to keep pets away from insects with stingers like wasps, many doggies and kitties like Milo here loooooooove to chase the moving creatures. No matter if they never catch them, the joy is in the pursuit, right? Do your furry friends love chasing flying bugs?Yuppy Puppy Treat Machine: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?
North loves his yums as much as the next pup, but I don't think he has the willpower to cut himself off for portion control purposes when the peanut butters are in reach of his nose. And this totally cute (but pretty impractical) Yuppy Puppy Food and Treat Machine ($39.99) would let him help himself whenever he was ready for a snack . .
Are You Blogging About Your Pet?
Some of my favorite blogs are written especially for pets like lil Luna here (of Luna's My Dog) who would make a perf girlfriend for North one day. Blogs that chronicle daily adventures to the park, the beach, or on vacay can be a great way to show off adoro piccys of a super star pet to admirers around the world. Any little story, even about the crazy way they sleep and talk, is perfect blogging fodder!
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