Awesome Pets

Small dog snowsuits and sweaters to keep warm in winter.

2008-11-23T20:49:00.000-08:00

Small dog snowsuits and sweaters are designed your small dog warm in fall and winter. While dogs do generate heat, small dogs can often suffer until they run around for a while, that first initial shock can be devastating.Here are some great looking small dog sweaters and snowsuits from our friends over at Small Dog

Small Dog. Small Dog clothes, small dog carriers, small dog collars and more

2008-11-17T22:52:00.000-08:00

Small Dog is a small dog owners haven. Small Dog features products and services all related to small dogs and small dog owners.Small Dog is on its way to becoming the one-stop online store for small dog clothing, small dog collars, small dog toys, small dog carriers and anything else related to your small dog!

Betta Fish

2006-06-01T15:45:00.000-07:00

Here's a Betta Fish for all those that were wondering what the little fishies look like!Come to think of it...I'm going to make this fish the Pet of the Month!Tags: Betta, fish, photo, fish, profile

10 tips for caring for a Betta fish

2006-06-01T15:39:00.000-07:00

My son recently purchased a Betta fish with his allowance. Since I had NO idea what a Betta fish was about, I had to do some research. Here's a good article if you own a Betta Fish or are thinking about buying one.Ten Tips for Caring for Your Betta FishBy Adam ShortBetta fish, also called Siamese fighting fish are one of the most popular types of fish found in homes across the world. Their

Winners of the "I look like my dog" contest.

2006-05-20T17:52:00.000-07:00

Hilarious. Here's a couple of the photos. Click here for the rest of them. Funny stuff!Tags: pets, humor, funny, photos

Funny pet photos

2006-05-01T08:27:00.000-07:00

Here's a couple of funny pet photos for you to start your Monday. I was searching out funny pet pics and found this site.I figured a few pet laughs would be a great way to start your Monday. Enjoy!Tags: funny, pet, photos,

Real-Life Pet Detectives

2006-04-27T10:00:00.000-07:00

I just read this great article on Pet Detectives and the lengths they will go to in order to locate your lost pet. The article talks about different Pet Detective companies and methods they employ to find that loved pet that has gone missing.Prices and vary but you can spend from $100 for a phone consulatation and up to $1000 a day. Worth it if you love your pets as much as I do!Read the rest of

How Pets Can Help You Land Dates

2006-04-24T11:21:00.000-07:00

How Pets Can Help You Land DatesBy Peter PorteroYou might have seen the guy on television who gets the cute dog just so he can pick up girls at the park. While this may sound ridiculous, getting a pet can really help you meet people. If you love dogs anyway and were thinking about getting one, you can always remember that people will be more likely to approach you if you have a cute dog in

Feeding your dog chocolate

2006-04-21T09:28:00.000-07:00

As many of you know, feeding your dog chocolate is a big NO-NO. There is an ingredient called theobromine. Depending on the size of the amount consumed as well as the size of your dog dictates how serious the problem can be.Here is an informative article on how chocolate affects dogs. Please read it!I found this story of a person who purposely gave his dog chocolate. It's dog owners like this

Looking to buy a pet? Why not adopt?

2006-04-20T11:20:00.000-07:00

With so many thousands of awesome pets available to be loved, more people should look towards adopting a pet instead of purchasing a new one. So many pets have been negelected and abused and are just dying(literally) to be adopted by you.Please consider visiting your local SPCA or Humane Society or animal resuce shelter before you buy a pet. You might find a pet that is exactly what you are

Pet Implants that might be able to save lives.

2006-04-18T10:11:00.000-07:00

Here's some great news in term of technology and your pet's health. The Digital Angel Corp out of St. Paul, Minn. has been granted a patent for a microchip that can be implated via syringe and can monitor your pet's body temperature. Not only that but they figure at some point they can even monitor your pets body for infectious diseases. Sounds great to me. My question is, when are they going to

Molly the cat has been freed!

2006-04-17T11:31:00.000-07:00

For those that have been keeping an eye on this situation, good news! An animal rescue worker has finally freed Molly the cat from the inner walls of the NY deli she was stuck in.Click here for the rest of the feel-good story!Have a great day!Tags: animal, rescue, trapped, animal, NY, Deli, cat

Happy Easter!

2006-04-16T09:23:00.000-07:00

Happy Easter from all of us @ Awesome Pets!Photo from Dachshundpages.comTags: dachshund, dog, easter, photo, pets

Molly the black cat, trapped in NY Deli for 2 weeks

2006-04-14T10:59:00.000-07:00

Poor kitty! Molly has been trapped in the Myers of Keswick deli in NY. The great part of this story is that everyone is doing what they can to get her out. I can't believe the catnip didn't work!They even brought in a "Cat Whisperer" <--No, that's not a typo!For more of this story, please click here.Tags: cat, trapped, animal, rescue, story

Animal Jokes

2006-04-10T09:32:00.000-07:00

I found this joke here and it made me laugh out loud. Maybe because I can understand his pain! Hope you can start off your week with a smile!Calling in Sick....A Cat Owner's Story..........Calling in sick to work makes me uncomfortable because no matter how legitimate my illness, I always sense my boss thinks I am lying. On one occasion, I had a valid reason but lied anyway because the truth was

The Cat that survived Katrina

2006-04-08T11:30:00.000-07:00

I just read this story and it brought a wee tear to me eye.Seems like Cupcake and her owner Tristan were separated with Katrina hit N'Orleans. Through the "Grace of God" and some persistant work on the part of the animal rescue people, the two were finally reunited.I can't imagine losing my pet in any situation, never mind in such a violent natural disaster. I'm glad to hear that they both are

Lump on Black Lab's neck

2006-04-03T09:49:00.000-07:00

My wife and I recently discovered a lump on our Black Lab's neck. We noticed something strange last summer when we saw a small lump in her mouth. Unsure what is was, we asked around and were told that it was a block salivary gland and that it would drain itself. We left it alone but paid attention to it. Within a couple weeks of first noticing it, it disappeared. Weeks later after a very lengthy

Carmen the Shi-tsu and Maltese cross

2006-04-01T17:38:00.000-08:00

Carmen the Shi-tsu and Maltese crossFemale(fixed)Purchased from a pet store in Owen Sound OntarioFavorite toy - "baby" - a little dinasour that was a McDonald's giveaway!She likes to play in the backyard, go for car rides and chew all things thatshe shouldn't! She sleeps with me during on the week on my husbands's pillow andwhen he comes home...all night she nudges him to move over and off

Cool site with funny pet pics

2006-04-01T07:30:00.000-08:00

I was looking around for funny pet photos and found this website. Problem is, I don't understand the language! No real need I guess, the pet pics speak for themselves. Here's a couple of samples but go here to see the rest of them. They're awesome!!Tags: funny, pet, photos, humor, pics, silly, pets, pix

Pet fish joke

2006-03-31T12:16:00.000-08:00

I just had this joke sent to me. Good for a laugh on Friday!Little Nancy was in the garden filling in a hole when her neighbor peered over the fence. Interested in what the rosy-faced youngster was doing, he asked, "What are you up to there, Nancy?""My goldfish died," replied little Nancy tearfully without looking up, "and I've just buried him."The neighbor laughed and said condescendingly, "

Thank-you to BloggerForum.com

2006-03-25T11:05:00.000-08:00

As you may have noticed, I was having some serious issues with the new template. After hours of mye messing with the HTML to get it right, I decided to finally ask the people over at Blogger Forum for help.Within minutes "thrbr" came to my rescue and BAM! We're all good.If YOU are having issues with your blog, I'd advise you to head over and see the kind and patient people @ BloggerForum.comNow

Rescued Animals: They Often Make the Best Pets

2006-01-27T12:05:00.000-08:00

I’ve always had pets ever since I was a child – both cats and dogs, usually at the same time. I’ve had purebred pets and mixed breeds – a few purchased from pet stores and breeders, while most of the others were rescued from local animal shelters and humane societies. And I have to say overall that in my experience, the best pets we’ve had are the ones we’ve rescued.Kayla is the latest addition

Mulan the Shar Pei

2006-01-01T21:32:00.000-08:00

MulanShar PeiFive years oldShe was found abandoned, abused and delivering healthy pups in a undergound parking lot. Doesnt play too much and squirrels and deer are her mortal enemies.Mulan snores like a broken chainsaw, but is very cute and likes to guard and snuggle me.Her dream in life is to try and eat her entire body weight in salmon cooked on the bbq on the plank by her dad. She also grunts

Happy New Year!

2006-01-01T17:44:00.000-08:00

Happy New Year from Awesome Pets!

Tips on Moving with Pets

2005-12-28T22:57:00.000-08:00

Tips on Moving with PetsBy Kyle HaleyIf you’re a pet owner and are planning to move to a new home, remember that moving can be even more stressful for your animals than it is for you. But there are several things you can do to make it easier on your dog or cat.Start your packing well ahead of time; it’s not only easier on you, but on your pets as well. During the time leading up to your move, try

Happy New Year

2005-12-28T11:18:00.000-08:00

Here's hoping that you all had a fun and safe Christmas. We hope that there weren't any emergency trips to the Vet as a result of your curious pets. We had a good Christmas here, presents for all. Looking forward to the New Year and all the fun it will bring.We are still searching for puggle photos for you. Seems like everyone wants to see what a puggle looks like, yet not many puggle owners are

Awesome Christmas Pet Photo- Ebony

2005-12-22T19:35:00.000-08:00

Here's our little reindeer on her second Christmas. Little does she know there will be some gifts from Santa for her too!Tags: Christmas, pet, photos, pets, pics

Puggles Gray from Alabama

2005-12-22T11:31:00.000-08:00

My name is Puggles Gray from Birmingham, Alabama. I was born on June 20, 2000 and came to my family on September 5th, 2000. I am a pure fawn female Pug. I get my name because I like to snuggle (PUGGLES = PUG that likes to snuGGLE). I love to eat and to also play outside, but in the hot southern sun I can not stay outside very long.Tags: puggle, pics, puggles, pets, pet, pics, photos

Puggle Christmas Card

2005-12-21T15:08:00.000-08:00

Here's another awesome puggle photo, this time the puggle's owner played with Photoshop a little first.Puggle Xmas CardTags: puggle, pet, photo, pets, pics, puggles, Christmas

Christmas Puggle

2005-12-21T15:01:00.000-08:00

You've been requesting puggle photos, so I've been tearing the internet apart looking for puggle photos for you.Here's a cutie, thanks to Flickr and RyFry.Reese the Puggle with Antlers onTags: Christmas, pet, photos, puggle, pics, puggles

Random quotes about Dogs

2005-12-16T17:50:00.000-08:00

The reason a dog has so many friends is that he wags his tail instead of his tongue.-AnonymousDon't accept your dog's admiration as conclusive evidence that you are wonderful.-Ann LandersIf there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.-Will RogersThere is no psychiatrist in the world like a puppy licking your face.-Ben WilliamsA dog is the only thing on earth that

It's The Worst Possible Time for a Puppy

2005-12-16T09:06:00.000-08:00

It's The Worst Possible Time for a PuppyBy Hope SaidelYour child’s nagging and the incredibly precious holiday commercials have finally broken through your defenses – you’ve decided to relent and get Junior a puppy for Christmas.Don’t do it.Not for Christmas, Hannukah, Kwanzaa or any other occasion. Acquiring a puppy is an event on its own. Don’t even try to cram it in with other celebrations.A

Christmas and The Boxer Chocolate

2005-12-10T10:50:00.000-08:00

Once again it's the rush of the Christmas season and with two Boxers in the house, the holidays are guaranteed to be entertaining. This year we're off to an amusing start with a missing box of brandy chocolates. A few mornings ago I went off to work, leaving our two Boxers, Sophia and Rocky, in the house as it was especially cold outside. I asked my sister to stop in and let them outside later

Top 5 Best Gifts For Your Pets

2005-12-09T10:26:00.000-08:00

Top 5 Best Gifts For Your PetsBy Christine ArborMost individuals or families view their pets as a member of the family as well. That said there is no reason why they should not be included in birthdays, Christmas or any other holiday for that matter. It’s a special day for them as well and it should be celebrated. So what are you going to get for your feline friend on their birthday? Why not

Not seeing this blog properly?

2005-12-06T20:42:00.000-08:00

We're working on that. We always use the Firefox browser, we never thought to even try it in Internet Explorer. We're just pet lovers not web page designers! lolUntil we can get this issue fixed, we ask you to give Firefox a try. We've been using it ourselves for about a year now and love how great it works. No annoying pop-ups all the time and it rarely crashes.Give it a try is you can't see

Christmas Ebony

2005-12-06T20:29:00.000-08:00

This is Ebony sitting pretty by the tree last Christmas. It was her first one! There's going to be some more treats and toys for her under the tree again this year. She's been so good!R,J,J,A JMission, B.C.CanadaTags: Ebony, awesome, pet, Christmas, photo, Black, Lab, pics, pets

Christmas Pets

2005-12-06T20:27:00.000-08:00

Okay people. Let's see those Christmas Pets! We've got a couple in already but we want more!Send photos of your pets all Christmas-ed up. We'll post 'em as soon as we get 'em!Tags: Christmas Pet photos

Pet safety during Christmas

2005-12-03T08:59:00.000-08:00

The upcoming Holiday Season is an exciting time for everyone. Parents are turning into machines, capable of walking for hours without food or water, just to find that perfect gift. Children are turning into angels, rarely talking back or getting into trouble for fear of a giant lump of coal being delivered instead of gifts.Your pets are also affected as they see things around them change. No more

Phoebe the Siamese cat

2005-12-01T08:28:00.000-08:00

Phoebe Birthdate October 27/03 (Scorpio) 2 yrs old. We picked Phoebe up when she was just 5 weeks old from a local pet store. The sign said “siamese”, but we did take our chances, as she was pure white. It didn’t take long to confirm she was indeed a true Siamese, as the Siamese characters began to surface. At 8 weeks old she had her first major surgery, the doctor removed over a foot of

Should You Buy Dog Health Insurance?

2005-11-27T14:51:00.000-08:00

Should You Buy Dog Health Insurance?By Steve AustinShould you seriously consider buying a dog health insurance policy? Yes, you should. Here's why health insurance for dogs is a good idea:Dog health insurance saves you money. As with just about all other costs, veterinary expenses have increased rapidly in recent years. Without dog medical insurance (or more accurately, veterinary insurance), you

Dog Training-The "Come" Command

2005-11-27T14:49:00.000-08:00

Training Tips For Dogs - The "Come" CommandBy Paul JohnstonMost dog owners can attest to the frustration, embarrassment and even danger when their dog decides to activate its selective hearing practices and ignores your command to 'come'. Here are some tips to teach your dog the rules.Let's start with a few ground rules. When training a dog, it is easy to develop a 'sergeant major' tone, however,

How to litter train a cat

2005-11-27T14:48:00.000-08:00

How to Litter Train a CatBy Andrew MarkisonFor most cat owners, training their cat to use the litter is a relatively painless process. It is among a cat’s natural instincts to eliminate in an area that they can cover their feces in. This behavior may be a way of your cat accepting what they perceive to be as the natural order of dominance. In the wild feral cats will bury their feces if they are

Training Your New Puppy the Right Way

2005-11-27T14:45:00.000-08:00

Training Your New Puppy the Right WayBy Johannes NefischerPuppy training is very important, whether you are training your first puppy or your 20th. Properly training and socializing a puppy is vital to making it a valued member of your family and your community.In some ways training a puppy is easier than training an adult or adolescent dog. One reason is that the puppy is essentially a “blank

Blog redesign

2005-11-26T14:43:00.000-08:00

Just an update for all you pet lovers. Apparently people were having problems viewing this blog in Internet Explore. Over the weekend we will be redesigning the blog, adding new and valuable content as well as some other pet photos and pet stories.Don't forget to submit your pet photo's, bio's and stories to awesomepets@hotmail.com

Fish Make The Greatest Pets

2005-11-14T00:06:00.000-08:00

Fish Make The Greatest PetsBy Jennifer ShircelAren’t the children always begging for a pet or another pet?You don’t want a cat – there’s that whole litter box thing. You don’t want to train a puppy, plus what about when you want to go away for the night? Birds make such a mess and can be quite noisy. And then there’s those “rodent” things.When we found out we were expecting our first child we

Commercial Pet Food for Your Dog?

2005-11-12T08:46:00.000-08:00

Commercial Pet Food for Your Dog?By Brigitte SmithWhat you feed your dog is really SO important for your dog's ultimate health, susceptibility to illness, and longevity.You know, if you really want your dog to be as healthy as s/he can be, you should stop feeding ANY of the widely available commercial dog foods.I'm talking here about the types of dog food commonly found in supermarkets, and even

Our Cats Nala and Meeko

2005-11-10T10:42:00.000-08:00

Our cat Nala is awesome for sure!We got her from the Humane Society. They said they found her crying in a dumpster when she was a kitten. We had to help her so we took her home. Not only is she a great leg warmer in bed, but she loves to cuddle. She has furry little feet that we tickle for her. If you put your finger near her mouth she'll lick it, then turn her head so you can clean her! She's

Molly the Black Lab

2005-11-10T08:55:00.000-08:00

Hi. I'm Molly, officially known as Good Golly Miss Molly, but also have been called Molly-Wolly Doodle, the Molly Lama, the MollyPollyWogDog, Moller, Molicious, etc.. I'm a little overweight, and only 3 1/2, but nice and shiny, happy and laid-back. It's great living in the Fraser River Valley. There are so many nice trails for me and my lab friend Ebony, and boxers Sophie and Rocky.B&J

Puggles: These "Designer Dogs" Are All The Rage!

2005-11-09T13:46:00.000-08:00

Puggles: These "Designer Dogs" Are All The Rage!By Sara CWhat in the world is a puggle?One fine day a pug was off gallivanting around when he came across a spirited little beagle, their eyes met and well.... the rest is history!Puggles are part of a new trend of “designer dogs”- like the schnoodle and the cockabiche. They are popping up in more places and are receiving more press, at the moment,

Dogs-Sit & Release

2005-11-09T13:44:00.000-08:00

Sit and ReleaseBy Samantha AbbotDog training begins with the basic commands. Sit and release are very important and should be taught to every dog. These basic commands will provide the foundation for your dog's obedience training. They are essential for your dog to learn in order for him to be a good citizen.Hold a treat or toy in front of your dog’s nose, just out of his reach. If your treat is

Dogs -Puppy House Training

2005-11-09T13:20:00.000-08:00

Puppy House TrainingBy Samantha AbbotHouse training is one of the most important things you can do for both you and your puppy. It is imperative that you begin your puppy's housebreaking as soon as you bring him home.It is natural for a dog to relieve himself where ever it is. You must teach your puppy to relieve himself outdoors. Keep in mind that the younger the puppy is, the less control he

Pet Health-Maintaining A Healthy Dog

2005-11-09T12:41:00.000-08:00

Maintaining a Healthy DogBy Sue HolsingerKeeping your four-legged friend healthy takes a combination of management techniques. Genetics, diet, exercise and veterinary care are factors that contribute to health and longevity in dogs.While it is not always possible to determine whether a pet has the genetic makeup that will provide it with health and longevity, some factors can influence genetic

Health- Health Problems in Cats

2005-11-09T12:37:00.000-08:00

Health Problems In CatsBy Ron KingIt may come as a surprise, if you're a new cat owner, that many health problems may befall your feline friend. Some problems are easily preventable, while others are hereditary.HairballsHairballs are among the most common of cat health problems. Cats groom themselves almost constantly, and swallow the loose hair that comes off their tongues. Occasionally, the

Here's some hot chicks!

2005-11-09T11:09:00.000-08:00

These young darlings came our way a few months ago. Look at their juicy breasts, their shapeley legs and sweet thighs!I bet you'd want these chicks in your house!Tags: pet, chicken, humor, pets, funny, pics, photos

Our chickens

2005-11-09T09:22:00.000-08:00

We have 3 chickens. They are called Highline Browns. They are around 8 months old now. We got them when they were chicks and now they are giving us eggs every morning! They make good pets because they feed us. We haven't bought eggs from the store in months!JJ, Mission, BCTags: pet, chicken, photos, chickens, pets, pics

Our Dog Ebony

2005-11-09T09:17:00.000-08:00

Hey there!We have an awesome pet! Her name is Ebony and she is a purebreed Black Lab. She's over a year old now and she's great! She never chews shoes, or rips apart anything, except the garbage when she smells bacon! We love her very much and think that she is one of the best pets around!We hope you enjoy her picture. Isn't she such a pretty girl!R,J,J,A JMission, B.C.CanadaTags: pet, dog, pics

Awesome Pets

2005-11-08T18:31:00.000-08:00

This blog will be for those that want to brag about their pets. We feel our own pets are the greatest that ever walked the earth and who is going to tell us otherwise?Post pet photos and pet stories. Anything related to your awesome pet we want to hear!Send you pet pixs to Awesome Pets

Mulan

2005-02-01T13:41:00.000-08:00