Reading Time: 3 minutes I recently saw a post on one of the chicken groups that I belong to on Facebook. Someone was asking what they could do to help their chickens who had been stuck in a muddy area all winter. The responses started pouring in from many others. I currently only have six chickens, but, even so,…
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Smart ways to prepare before adopting your first furry family member
Reading Time: 4 minutes by Penny Martin, guest author, fureverfriend.info/ You know how expectant parents tend to buy lots of books and spend hours reading about what to expect, plus countless more hours getting their home ready for the new baby? For first-time pet parents, getting ready to bring home your new fur baby may not be quite as…
Study Highlights the Most and Least Pet-Friendly U.S. Vacation Spots
Reading Time: 2 minutes Upgraded Points (https://upgradedpoints.com/most-and-least-pet-friendly-vacation-spots-study/) has recently unveiled the results of their latest study, which raties the degree of pet-friendliness for 50 of the most popular U.S. vacation destinations. Cities with the Highest Pet-Friendly Ratings The clear winner in this data study was the city of Asheville, North Carolina. It topped the list with a total score of…
Spotify releases new ‘pawfect’ playlists for pets and their owners
Reading Time: < 1 minute An international survey conducted by audio streaming platform Spotify recently revealed that the majority of pet owners sing to and dance with their pets. In addition, according to the survey, 71% of pet owners play music for their pets, and 8 in 10 believe their pets like music. These stats are the inspiration behind Spotify’s new…
What’s new in pet books?
Reading Time: 3 minutes “The Adventures of a Dog Named Sam” Description: “A lilting and suspenseful tale of friendship, courage, and the bond shared between a man and his dog. Paragraphs are visually illustrated with a self-contained stylistic story of loyalty, intelligence, and courage of a pet dog.” By Ralph Oyague, a New York native, currently living in Suffolk…
From celebrity chickens to hitchhiking cats, we take a look back at our favorite Wow my pet did That! stories of 2019
Reading Time: 2 minutes As the year comes to a close, we want to thank everyone so much for visiting our site! And we also want to share some of our favorite stories of the year. There are just so many great ones it was really hard to narrow down, but here’s our top ten list: 1) Chickens are…
From evolution to the movies, a look at some key moments in dog history
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Thinking of getting a chicken? Or, already a chicken owner? Here are some tips for a healthy, happy flock
Reading Time: 5 minutes About five years ago, we decided to get our first chickens, three chicks that we ordered through the mail. Having read a few books about keeping backyard chickens,but never actually having had chickens before, we were nervous. Could we keep them healthy, happy and safe from predators? Our flock has grown since then and we…
Five reasons to adopt an adult cat
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Shedding some light on pet fur: Hacks for getting it off furniture, some unusual uses, and how shedding can signal pet health problems
Reading Time: 3 minutes Our dog Maggy is a beauty, but also quite the shedder. According to the ASPCA, it’s estimated that there are 78 million pet dogs and 85.8 million pet cats in the United States. That’s a lot of loose fur. It also means a lot of companies making some serious bank from people attempting to keep…
Yet more stuff you can do with your pet photos
Reading Time: 3 minutes In an earlier post, we talked about how it’s a good idea to get all your pet photos together in one place, such as Flickr. Once you’ve done that, you’ll probably notice that you have some favorite photos of your pet. You might also have some of your pet misbehaving or acting silly or funny…
More stuff you can do with your pet photos
Reading Time: < 1 minute If you have a collection of pet photos but aren’t sure what to do with them, we have another way to put them to great use. Previously we posted about uploading your pet photos to Flickr. You can also try an online photo collage maker, such as Postermywall. At Postermywall, you can select from tons…
Chickens are increasingly being seen as pets, and some are even becoming celebrities
Reading Time: 3 minutes The trend toward backyard chickens is on the increase. What many are finding as they care for these creatures is that, although they got the chickens for the eggs, the chickens actually turned out to have fascinating personalities. Hence, backyard chickens have become beloved pets for many. And some have even become famous in the…
Five FREE pet apps that you’ll want to try
Reading Time: 3 minutes From decorative to lifesaving, here’s a list of five free pet apps that we have tried and recommend for other animal lovers: 1) If you’re looking for a screensaver that will make you smile, Neon Animals Wallpaper Moving Animals probably fits the bill. The app offers a cat, a lion, a hummingbird and more in…
Pet museums for the dog and cat lover
Reading Time: 3 minutes Museum of Dog: For those not familiar with the the it, located in the Berkshires in Massachusetts since April 2017, this museum is all about sharing the love of all things dog. It contains a collection of original photographs and memorabilia, including rare dog collars dating back to the 1800s. It boasts over 180 pieces…
Wow! These pets did what?! From a Boxer who swallowed a skewer to a Labrador who ate a beehive, Nationwide insurance looks at unusual pet claims
Reading Time: 3 minutes According to the Nationwide website, Nationwide associates noticed some of the hundreds of thousands of pet insurance claims being reviewed involved rather unusual circumstances. There was, for example, a pooch who was carried away by an owl and a cat who survived a three-story fall. Inspired by these unique stories, in 2009 Nationwide created the…
Four ways to take your pet’s likeness with you when you can’t take your pet
Reading Time: 3 minutes There are a number of businesses devoted to helping us display our love of pets or create a great gift for the pet lover in your life in a variety of ways. Below, we highlight four of our favorites: 1) Floral phone case: Italian brand, Zacchissimi, has created a new custom collection that can be…
Tips on caring for a chinchilla
Reading Time: 2 minutes With their big ears, thick fur and small size (they will grow to a foot long at the most), the appeal of chinchillas as pets is easy to see. However, like any pet, they have their own set of requirements to keep them happy and healthy. Tom Harford Columbia, an exotic animal lover who educates…
The wackiest pet names of 2019
Reading Time: 2 minutes For photos and background stories of the top 10 wackiest dog and cat names, visit http://www.wackypetnames.com. About Nationwide pet insuranceWith more than 750,000 insured pets, pet insurance from Nationwide is the first and largest pet health insurance provider in the United States. Nationwide plans cover dogs, cats, birds and exotic pets for multiple medical problems…
10 best cars for dog lovers
Reading Time: < 1 minute ATLANTA (PRNewswire) — For the sixth year in a row, Autotrader celebrates National Dog Day, on Aug. 26, by revealing its list of Best Cars for Dog Lovers. Dogs are considered members of the family and, with this in mind, the editors at Autotrader curated a list of the best rides to help shoppers find…
Four ways to keep your pets happy while they’re home alone
Reading Time: 2 minutes The American Pet Products Association (APPA) is excited to announce they have solutions for pets who are at home alone during the day. Interactive Dog Toy: The Ricochet Electronic Dog Toy by PetSafe® gives dogs a new type of challenging toy. As dogs play with one of the interactive paired toys, a fun and exciting…
Robot dogs are gaining in popularity; we look at five of them and what they can do
Reading Time: 4 minutes We at Womypetdidthat.com, are all about the love and affection dogs can give. Fuzzy paw shakes; wet noses; enthusiastic greetings when you arrive home; boundless desire for play or walks; their desire to safeguard you and your home in return for daily meals, neck scritches and occasional car rides; and the uniqueness of each canine’s…