Rooster’s Bucket List: Dog Bar, Beach Time, and Flower Power!
Over the past two weeks, Rooster and I have spent a lot of quality time together and have been crossing off items from his bucket list. This senior dog loves to be with his people and to celebrate the time he has left with us, I've been taking him on little...
Keeping the Wild In the Wilderness
One of the most amazing parts of the Pacific Northwest, as least in my opinion, is being surrounded by wilderness and forests. Going out into nature is relatively possible all around the region, even in major cities like Seattle, Portland, and Vancouver! Sometimes,...
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Blackfish [Review]
Back in 2013, a documentary came out about the orcas that live in captivity and in addition to being immensely popular/controversial, it caused massive ripple effects in the animal captivity industry. Blackfish takes a look at the controversial practices of keeping...
Sunburns in Cats and Dogs.
Summer is nearly upon us and with a rise of sunny, warm weather, it’s important to know how to keep your pets cool and how to prevent, spot, and/or treat sunburns on our pets! It may seem weird but dogs and cats can get sunburns like us humans and those burns can get...
Rooster’s Bucket List
Rooster is the kind of dog that defines the phrase "man's best friend". This rescue dog has never met a person he doesn't love and has charmed his way into the hearts of many in my hometown. He's sweet and gentle and does great with kids. He is, by all accounts and in...
A Bucket List For Dogs.
I fully admit that I cry at a whole lot of things: stories of interspecies friendships, people doing good deeds, if Rooster's looking super cute one day. But one thing that always gets me is people doing bucket list items with their dogs or saying that final goodbye...
Procession of the Species.
Two of the many descriptors you could use for the Pacific Northwest are quirky and passionate. The slogan for Portland, OR, for example, is 'Keep Portland Weird' and there's an entire show slightly exaggerating the weird nature of the city. To protest the planned...
Earth Day 2018!
For the last 48 years, April 22nd has been Earth Day, a worldwide celebration of the planet we call home and a day to work on environmental issues. There are many people all over the world who spend the day doing work like planting trees and other plants, removing...
Can I bring my dog?
With Rooster's severe anxiety, it's hard to leave the house without him. All of my friends and family know that there's always a good chance that I'll have Rooster with me if I come to visit or if we make plans. The good news is that my hometown is pretty dog...
Taking care of pet fish.
For many, goldfish are an easily accessible pet that can be used as a test to see if someone (like a child) is ready for more responsibility. It’s true that relatively speaking, goldfish are easier to take care of than other animals and there seem to be wide spread...
Dealing with injured, sick, or abandoned wildlife
There are many stories of people interacting with wildlife in a disastrous way. There are stories of injuries or even death involved in people taking selfies with animals; for example, an endangered dolphin died after a crowd of people held it on a beach to take...
5 Facts About Grizzly Bears
Recently, US Interior secretary Ryan Zinke announced that he is directing his staff to accelerate the recovery planning process for the grizzlies in the North Cascades to eventually help restore the grizzly back into the area. Because of that decision, here are some...
DOG ADVENTURES: Lake Padden, Bellingham, WA
One of the best things about the Pacific Northwest is that many cities will have parks and trails within city limits. Bellingham, WA is no different and has a plethora of places to walk with your dog! One such place is Lake Padden, a lake that's surrounded by miles of...
5 Facts About Bunnies!
I recently wrote about how you shouldn't give bunnies or chicks as Easter presents without looking into just how much responsibility comes with them. Pet rabbits can be an amazing addition to your family but they also need care of different kinds. If you want to know...
Easter Activities.
Easter can be an incredibly fun day, as there are so many traditions and spring is often just beginning. Here are some fun things to do with your family, including your pets! Decorate eggs! Did you know that there are ways to dye eggs using all natural ingredients you...
Easter Gifts: What It Really Means to Care for Chickens and Bunnies
With Easter just a few days away, it can be easy to get caught up in all the cute animal babies that exist during this time of the year. Little chicks are incredibly adorable and often times, bunnies are incredibly soft. While it can be tempting to bring home a chick...
Plastic in Our Oceans
In mid-February this year, the Church of England made the news by recommending that their parishioners give up plastic for Lent. This religious season is one of the most important time for many of the world’s Christians and Catholics and many make sacrifices during...
Releasing Pets Into the Wild
Taking care of a pet of any species is often a long term, intense responsibility and there are so many domesticated animals that live with and depend on humans for day to day life. In this day and age, there are so many animals that are brought to different areas of...
5 Fun Facts About Sheep!
If you asked me just a few years ago if I thought I would spend two+ years caring for some sheep, I would have laughed. But life finds a way and even though Mady and Minnie are at a new home, I'm so thankful to have had time with them. In honor of the time I got to...
Finding the good in the world.
The world can be a scary, scary place. Stories and photos of bombings, shootings, poverty, and more all regularly headline the news and for many, these stories are lived experiences and daily life. There's trauma and pain all around the world but there's also hope and...
5 Fun Facts About Bees!
I’m sure I’m not the only one with a mild fear of bees. I’ve been stung many times before and it’s not a particularly pleasant feeling to say the least. But over the years, I’ve definitely gained a new appreciation for these insects and wanted to share some fun facts...