Not All Rawhide Chews are Created Equal
May 8, 2009
Rawhide is probably the most popular chew toy purchased for dogs and it comes in every shape, size and color. Unfortunately, some could be dangerous for your pet.
Legislative watch for the veterinary profession
May 6, 2009
New laws affecting veterinary practices are continually signed into law. DVM Newsmagazine wants to keep you up-to-date on those changes.
Zymox Ear Cleaner
May 4, 2009
Zymox Otic ® is the natural antibiotic free treatment of choice proven to be highly effective against yeast and bacterial infections.
My Scoop on Dog Poop
May 2, 2009
I feed 31 dogs. If each dog poops a half pound once a day, that’s more than 15 pounds of poop each and every day. What to do with all the poop? How about we compost the dog poop!
Pet Soup Kitchen to be Franchised Across U.S.
April 28, 2009
Pet food pantries are now popping up across the country as part of a movement to keep pets with their families, and out of overloaded animal shelters.
Life and not life
April 27, 2009
I was thinking about life yesterday. Sometimes we wish it would pass more quickly and sometimes we wish we could get more out of it. Sometimes, it could not get any better and sometimes it seems it could not be worse.
New Pet Pantry in Kansas City, MO
April 27, 2009
The Northland Animal Welfare Society (NAWS), Excelsior Springs Friends of Animals and KattyShack, a cat rescue organization in Smithville, have joined forces to start the Northland Pet Food Pantry to help families in financial trouble until they get back on their feet. Kansas City, MO.
Troubled Times for People and Pets
April 22, 2009
Instead of abandoning a pet in a foreclosed home or rushing to a decision to surrender a pet for financial reasons, people should realize that they have other options.
Another Pet Food Bank
April 21, 2009
There are pet food pantries/soup kitchens across the country that are willing to lend a helping hand in these difficult times.
A New Dog For Norma
April 21, 2009
This gentle giant would be rescued from the Chicopee Animal Shelter by the National Education of Assistance Dog Services, Inc. (NEADS) from Princeton, Massachusetts and thus destined for a new lease or second chance to make a difference in someone’s life.
Reduce Your Pet’s Carbon Footprint
April 20, 2009
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Pets-only airline says it plans to serve Denver
April 17, 2009
A new pets-only airline says it will start serving Denver, New York, Washington, Chicago and Los Angeles July 14.
Animal charity receives sale price of home
April 8, 2009
Bidding stopped at $808,500 for one of Federal Hill’s largest homes, auctioned Tuesday to benefit an animal charity chosen by the former owner, who was devoted to his dog.
Do Not Use Dog Products and Meds on Cats (and vice versa)
April 8, 2009
Many products out there for dogs that can be toxic to cats and vice versa.
Dog poop and acidophilus (probiotics)
April 8, 2009
A dog had soft bowel movements… what could they try? I recommended acidophilus — also known as probiotics. Also, how to compost dog poop.
Dog lays in ditch for a while after getting hit by car
April 6, 2009
The lady was heading to her mom’s house from out of town. As she was driving down the highway (a two-lane highway), she noticed a dog laying in the ditch raise it’s head.
Recipe: Bravo’s Bodacious Hearty Burger Stew
April 1, 2009
Yield: About 9 cups 1 pound ground beef or turkey 1/2 pound millet 1/2 pound spinach, chopped 1/2 pound carrots, coarsely chopped 2 cloves garlic, chopped 2 tablespoons kelp powder 4 to 6 cups spring water Combine all ingredients in a stainless-steel pot with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, then lower heat […]
N.C. food bank works to keep pets from going hungry
April 1, 2009
Pet food banks are needing help, too. So maybe we can Obama to look into the price of pet food, huh? The price is just going up and up. By Steve Lyttle – McClatchy Newspapers CHARLOTTE, N.C. — Peggy Cole of Charlotte, N.C., went to the Pet Food Bank last week because she couldn’t afford […]
In Pets We Trust
March 30, 2009
Animals who outlive their owners face uncertain fates. Under the best circumstances, a family member or friend cares for your pet for the rest of its life. If not, your pet goes to a shelter, is euthanized, or is simply let out the front door.
Online Silly Dog Tricks
March 27, 2009
Have you seen this website? You type in commands for the dog to do like sit, jump, bark, down… and check out his comments when you get crazy with your request. Pretty clever. Catchy tune in the background, too!
Copperfield, Hearthstone & The Colonies area Pet Lost & Found
March 23, 2009
Lost or found a pet in the Copperfield area? Here are some options for posting: Facebook: Lost & Found Pets – Copperfield, Hearthstone and The Colonies PawBoost Next Door Petco Love Lost 24Petconnect Lost My Doggie Cat Finder If you have lost a pet, put up signs in your immediate area as quickly as you […]
Recipe: Dogloaf
March 17, 2009
6 c. hamburger 3 c. cooked brown rice 1 c. grated carrots 3 t. vegetable oil 1 egg Brown hamburger then mix with rice and carrots. Ground eggshell and mix in raw egg with shell. reprinted from Petfoodcookbook.com Disclaimer: Beingstray does not guarantee or endorse any recipe listed on this site. You are solely responsible […]
Dog Tags
March 16, 2009
The Washington Humane Society (WHS) recently launched a brand new program, “Dog Tags,” which provides a very different kind of training to soldiers. Injured soldiers recovering at Walter Reed Army Medical Center come to WHS’s new Behavior and Learning Center, located across the street from the hospital, twice a week to learn and study animal […]
Tellington TTouch
March 16, 2009
The intent of TTouch is to relax and awaken the mind, to create focus, and enhance an animal’s willingness and ability to learn. It’s a massage of sorts.
Send a FREE email postcard
February 27, 2009
I have added a function for sending free email postcards from the Will Work for Dog Food.org website. There are several photos to choose from for your postcard and I will be adding more.
Removing Pet Urine Odors
February 25, 2009
I’ve got a couple tips for removing pet odors. One is a product that cleans pet odors and more. It’s a product called Odokleen. I love the smell of it and it cuts through the pet odors. It’s a really good all-purpose cleaner. Great for pet odors in the yard, too. I also have a […]
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