A record 65 percent of American families now own a pet, and many are taking them on vacation. Last year, more than 15 million Americans traveled with their pets, and 8.5 million stayed more than three times in a pet-friendly hotel.
From Pet Friendly, Inc.
Check out DogFriendly.com to find hotels and other destinations that will welcome you and your best friend.
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
All Dogs Are Working Dogs
Some dogs listen to children read
Some dogs for blind people, lead
Some dogs protect the herds
Some dogs chase after birds
Some dogs guard hearth and home
Some dogs on the farm, roam
Some dogs just sit and listen
Some dogs keep the cats hissin’
Some dogs keep your lap warm
Some dogs stay in the dorm
Some dogs work with the cops
Some dogs are companions for Pops
Some dogs will lower your stress
Some dogs will clean up a mess
Some dogs care for the sick
Some dogs chase after a stick
There’s all kinds of work for a dog
They even come on your morning jog
When you need a helper or a friend
On your dog you can depend
In rain, sleet, snow, or fog
We can always count on our dog!
This has been an exceptionally hot summer here in Ohio. My brother sent me this picture, under the caption: How hot is it? Enjoy!
Now that the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan have been off the front page of the newspaper for awhile, it’s easy to forget we have brave men and women giving their lives for our freedom. Whether or not you support the wars, I think we can all agree we need to support our troops, including those who happen to have four legs.
An organization from New Jersey called Support Our 4-Legged Soldiers gives you an opportunity to do just that. Here’s our top ten reasons why you ought to donate if you can.
Continue reading Tuesday Top Ten: Reasons to Support Our 4-Legged Soldiers
Hi! My name is Twister. I’m a rescue from the humane society. Aren’t I gorgeous? I met the Dog Lady at the ice cream stand tonight, and she asked me what I like best about summertime. Here’s my list.
Continue reading Tuesday Top Ten: Reasons I, Twister, Like Summer
Mom’s taking a well-deserved day off today, so she asked me to write the blog. I’m her four-legged son, Cooper the Vizsla. I wanted to tell you about a couple of the things I’ve done lately. Don’t judge – I’m sure you do things you regret later, too.
Continue reading Hello from Cooper the Vizsla
I hope your Christmas celebration was absolutely wonderful yesterday. How did your dog enjoy the day?
Continue reading Saturday Survey: Did Your Dog Have a Good Christmas?
I received this from friend-of-the-blooger Wendy. What better example of a dog’s love? If anyone knows who the author is, please tell us. Continue reading The Shelter
We’ve all seen movies or pictures where young children tumble on an impossibly green lawn (free of dog poop), frolicking with a litter of puppies. The reality, however, isn’t always that pretty. Puppies nip. Children pull tails. So, how does your dog do around children?
I got this as an e-mail, and am posting it because I think it is such a clever way to approach adoption ads!