tales from straydom . . . . . . tips, stories and resources for pets

So, what’s new this week?

So, what’s new this week? Here’s a small capsule from the Bit-by-Bit Ranch…

Just for grins

Just for grins

Cutest Kitten Video? Maybe.

Cutest Kitten Video? Maybe.

Dog For Sale

A guy is driving around the back woods of Montana and he sees a sign in front of a old style house: “Talking Dog For Sale.”

Air Vick from Nike… Just Chew It

Have you seen this commercial for the Air Vick shoe from Nike? They showed it on Jimmy Kimmel this past week. How perfect!

Child’s Letter to God

Dear God, Will you please take care of my dog? She died yesterday and is with you in heaven. I miss her very much. I am happy that you let me have her as my dog even though she got sick. I hope you will play with her. She likes to play with balls and to swim.

Every Rescued Dog has a Tale to Tell

EVERY RESCUED DOG HAS A TALE is the story of homeless dogs fated to die on death row in animal shelters around the country that were saved by being transported by volunteers to other states. Each chapter is the story of one dog from his hapless beginning to his happy ending, complete with photos. Some stories are heart wrenching while others are full of humor. They all teach a lesson of how one person can make a difference in the lives of homeless animals. All it takes is a weekend drive and some free time.

Pets as Family. Really?

A new AP/Petside poll released Tuesday shows that half (50%) of American pet owners consider their pets to be as much a part of the family as any person in the household.

This Marathon I Call Tuesday

I have reached the first rest station on this marathon I call Tuesday. It starts when my feet hit the floor in the morning. There is one such marathon for each day of the week, every week of the month and all the months in a year.

A View of Pet Rescue from the Other Side

A rescuer’s answering machine message — Hello: You have reached 123-4567, Tender Hearts Rescue. Due to the high volume of calls we have been receiving, please listen closely to the following options and choose the one that best describes you or your situation: