Oh baby it is cold outside!! WHEN THE WEATHER IS COLD OUTSIDE…. Be sure to keep these tips top of mind this winter so that you and your furry friends can stay warm, cozy and safe. WHAT IS HYPOTHERMIA? Hypothermia in pets is a serious and potentially life threatening condition that occurs when a pet’sContinue reading “KAIAH’S BARK LIST”
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VISIT THE ZOO DAY
An early form of the zoo or zoological garden was called a ‘menagerie’. It is said to have been much smaller than the more modern zoo. The first iterations of zoos were private collections and acted as a show of power. Excavators discovered remnants of a menagerie in Egypt, which they believe dates back toContinue reading “VISIT THE ZOO DAY”
Pet Photos with Santa Paws
Sants Paws visited Pets Supplies Plus! It was an exciting day for pets and owners alike to begin the Christmas Holiday with Santa Paws pictures. There was a multitude of dogs and cats and one bearded dragon. Treats abounded to please the pets for their cooperation. Special thanks to Rebecca’s Graphics & Photography, Pets SuppliesContinue reading “Pet Photos with Santa Paws”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – December
MOLLY AND RICKI MOODY “The setting was the annual Mon Valley Paws in the Park and Vendor show in September. Each year the sponsored shelter/rescues bring their information for a meet and greet and sometimes bring adoptable pets. The rest is history! Our eyes met across the crowded park…. 🙂 Drews Crews had several dogsContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – December”
HALLOWEEN PET CEMETERY CONTEST RESULTS
Congratulations and thank you to all those who joined in the fun to celebrate a very scary Halloween! A special Thank you to the Douglas School students Kai, Ray and Callie for helping with the set decorations!! BEST SPORT COSTUME Jennifer Henney and snowball as a Pittsburgh Penquin BEST SCARY COSTUME Evie Yatchyshyn and Blue asContinue reading “HALLOWEEN PET CEMETERY CONTEST RESULTS”
December Holidays & Celebrations
December wraps up the year with celebrations that bring warmth and connections for our pets or animals worldwide. From National Cat Lovers’ Month to Wildlife Conservation Day, December encourages us to spread kindness and appreciation. Also at this time we can pay a heartfelt tribute to the pets we’ve loved and lost, every holiday onContinue reading “December Holidays & Celebrations”
KAIAH’S BARK LIST
I’M GETTING READY FOR HOWLOWEEN! IN MEMORY Kaiah wishes to pay homage to the passing of Sammy, the therapy dog in Monessen. He made numerous visits to schools, hospitals and other facilities. The world could be a much better place if only we could see through the eyes of a dog. They say dogs don’tContinue reading “KAIAH’S BARK LIST”
RESCUE SPOTLIGHT
Mikayla and Benji at the park and Benji now smiling and happy! The Paws in the Park event had all four of their shelter/rescues represented and had pets available for adoption. This young girl, Mikayla, was checking out all the puppies and dogs when she spotted this adorable, smiling scruffy looking pup from the DrewsContinue reading “RESCUE SPOTLIGHT”
Pet Spotlight of the Month – October
Blue and Evie Yatchyshyn “My older son, who lives in Anchorage , Alaska with his family, had a silver Lab that competed in Dock Diving. Every year, for the last18 years they would come down to Libertyville Illinois to compete. The town holds a “Dog Days of Summer” festivale in the park. The entire weekendContinue reading “Pet Spotlight of the Month – October”
NATIONAL PIT BULL AWARENESS MONTH
October marks National Pit Bull Awareness Month, an essential time for dispelling myths and spreading knowledge about one of the most misunderstood dog breeds. This month-long observance aims to highlight the true nature of pit bulls through education and support, promoting a positive image that counters widespread stereotypes. Despite their portrayal in media and legislationContinue reading “NATIONAL PIT BULL AWARENESS MONTH”
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