dog
It's no coincidence that a dog is a man's best friend; they're more faithful than most other animals, and more faithful than many people.
The Gentle Giant
When I was a child, my family had this wonderful dog named Newfie. He was a cross between a Newfoundland and a lab. He was the sweetest most caring dog I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He would plop himself down in the middle of the floor and let me crawl and bounce all over him. It was a sad day when we lost him. Since then, I’ve never met a dog that I bonded with so much. When I was about nineteen, I decided I wanted to find me a puppy. It didn’t take me very long to decide I wanted a Newfoundland. I searched and searched for breeders and even on Newfie rescue sites but had no luck with the rescues and every breeder I found wanted an exorbitant amount of money, upwards of $1500 for one puppy. I was heartbroken but I decided to message one breeder just to see what she had available. I knew I couldn’t afford a puppy but I wanted to see the pictures of their adorable little faces. I waited patiently for her to reply and when she did I explained my situation and told her I was gonna save up some money by next summer, but the most amazing thing happened! She told me about this one puppy that really needed a good home. A puppy she couldn’t sell due to a small overbite that would likely disappear as the puppy grew. The moment the breeder brought “Katie” out, she bounded right over to me and I instantly fell in love with her beautiful brown eyes and warm persona. I couldn’t wait to take her to her new home. I decided on renaming her Maggie and well, the rest is history.
By Ashton Young8 years ago in Petlife
You'll Never Know...
I was doing really well. I was keeping it together like any grown-up does (do adults call themselves grown-ups? Probably not but this 25-year-old does and will continue to do so). I walked out the door of the vet's office, unlocked my car, sat down, shut the door, and lost it. Seriously. I was full on ugly crying. I envy those who can look somewhat normal when they cry, god forbid, pretty.
By Rebekah Docter8 years ago in Petlife
What Really Happens When Your Worst Case Scenario Actually Happens?
We've all thought of the worse case scenarios in our head. About our love one dying, getting into an accident, or falling ill. We even had these thoughts with our family pet. These thoughts, did you cry? Did you care? Or did you not feel anything all? I will be sharing my experience. My worse case scenario actually happened to me...
By Miranda Muirhead8 years ago in Petlife
The Love of a Dog
It was June and I just graduated high school. My mother and father knew what I wanted for graduation for a long time now but didn't know if it was the right time for me to get something that would take up so much responsibility when I already had a lot on my plate.
By Ashley Getzmeyer8 years ago in Petlife
Their Lifelong Friend
When you are walking through that shelter and trying to find a puppy you can love, it's hard to choose which one to take because they all need homes. But when you come by that certain one, you will know. For me, I came across a little brown and white puppy and I knew I just had to have her.
By Miranda Muirhead8 years ago in Petlife
Can Dogs Be Allergic to Cats?
Once I have a bigger place, I plan on being a multi-animal household. I don't understand people that are "cat people" or "dog people" specifically. They're both great in their own ways! I have a cat right now because my apartment is pretty small and the complex doesn't allow big dogs, but one day I definitely will have both. Dog and cat friendships are just so pure and wonderful to witness!
By Katie Marchbank8 years ago in Petlife
What Are the Benefits for Senior Citizens Owning a Dog
Getting old is not easy. The majority of things that we could have done in our youth will be bounded to us as we get older. Muscles deteriorate, our body gives away, and even our mind will tend to abandon us. But it doesn’t all have to be bad. There are certain things that could make people happy even in their latter part of life. Pets, especially dogs, have proven to be a very beneficial source of entertainment and exercise for elderly people. In fact, dogs have a lot of good qualities to them that can help elderly people.
By Carolin Petterson8 years ago in Petlife
Home Treatment for Sick Dogs. Top Story - June 2018.
My pooches are just as much a part of the family as my other half and I, so it’s heart breaking to know they are in pain (or think they are in pain). So many times I wish my dogs could tell me what’s wrong so I can avoid £100 for a quick visit to the vets to be told all is OK.
By Samantha Bentley8 years ago in Petlife
Mika's First New Family
My boyfriend and I just recently got our dog Mika. Mika was with her owner at the shop (Two Men and A Truck) when my boyfriend had walked up to her and started petting and playing with her. He is really good friends with her previous owner. When he said to his friend if he ever needed to find a good, safe, fun, and loving home for his Mika, we would love to take her in. The previous owner, being super happy to hear that a good friend and his new girlfriend would provide Mika with a good home, was more than happy to let her come and be with us! I guess my boyfriend's friend was going through a rough breakup and it was starting to get hard on him and Mika. He had told my boyfriend that he was just visiting his father before he was going to take her to the animal shelter.
By Shae Thompson8 years ago in Petlife
