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Throw the toy
Awake. On her head. Awake. Mommy. Sleepy time. Awake now. Play time. Toy? Hedgy Hoggy. Then brother Henley. Lick his face. Kissies.
Lisa PoeltlPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeSnake Hospital
Leave it to me to find a wounded snake first thing in the morning, before I've even had a single sip of coffee. True to form, there goes bleary-eyed me, rummaging through a pile of discarded buckets and threadbare tarps trying to uncover the other end of a long, thin tail I saw slithering into the farm's plastic recycle heap.
Rhonda KayPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeEva
As I sit in my office most every day, doing the required, but often times mundane tasks set before me, I occasionally pause to reflect on life. Like most people, I have worries and problems that, at that moment, seem huge. But then I glance across the room and observe my little friend. A smile comes to my face, and I realize that my troubles are not so huge and that in reality I am truly blessed. My little friend is a great comfort to me, and she gives me much more than I can ever give her in return.
Monica MitchellPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeUnexpected Friends
A Rat (EWWW)! Companionship comes in all shapes, sizes, and colors. In my case, the companions I chose ended up being quite non-traditional, if non-traditional can be applied to an emotional counterpart. Out of what could be chosen, I ended up with small, soft, and super cute friends regardless of the constant “EWWW, are they gross” reactions I receive. Irrespective of what’s often considered a “traditional pet,” I found some adorable and loving companions that have ended up being the perfect friends over the past few months, and I wouldn’t ask for anyone else.
Jeffrey A. SappPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeThe Magnificence of the Evil Duchess
I don't know how the rest of you get your pets, but they have always just sort of 'happened' for me. A cat will wander into my house and suddenly I have a cat named Koby. I see a dog hurt on the side of the road and next thing I know Indiana Jane (who turned out to be a wolf) is following me around the house. I hear a cat screaming while being thrown around by some kids and before I know it I have a screaming cat in my car. I see Guinea Pigs being abused in a classroom and I am suddenly the proud owner of Brave Sir Robin and Pfeffernusse.
Guenneth SpeldrongPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeRuby
As you all know we have implemented a new employee of the month policy, to recognize that our employees play available role in ensuring the ongoing success and performance of our company. Thank you all for your nominations for our first employee of the month we will continue this process each month moving forward.
Erin WinspurPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeGarfield the Cat
Before you ask after seeing that picture...yes, he does like lasagne. He likes ALL food. But his favourite food is chicken so I suppose he isn't exactly like the comic cat...but close enough, right?
Rebecca Ann BentleyPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeMy Boss the Maneater
First, you hear the sound of her footsteps padding down the hallway carpet. Next, her shadow appears on the wall, growing smaller and smaller as it steadily makes its way toward you.
Jenna PlastererPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeMy Hero
After many days of staring and running my hand on the slim surface of my German and French poodle folder, my parents' friend calls my dad...It was a hot, ordinary day in Yucatán, Mexico. Driving on a bumpy road through villages and forests with my parents' friends. The sound of chatting in the car, the songs of birds in the air, and the humid breeze hitting our faces through the open window. Then, the chatting in the car slowly fades away as the driver declares that we have reached our destination. Car doors slide automatically on both sides. We hop off the transportation and walk towards a straw hut. We hear a movie playing in the room, the front door squeaks open. As the old Mexican lady shows us the way to the back room, my little sister and I squeal in excitement. In the midst of the silence, we hear barking noises growing louder and louder as the woman comes with a box. Inside the box, there were three German and French poodle mix puppies. The ones that look exactly like the poodles in my folder! The puppies were two males and one female. Our friends and us, hold the three options, discussing which one we should keep. To make the long story short, my mom chose one of the males. Full of regret, not getting the female, we drove home. As the clumsy puppy sniffs my house, we begin to discuss what his name should be.
Alicia YoonPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeCassi is My EmPAWee of the Month (and Year)!
This year, change arrived for both of us. We adopted Cassi from Romania in May 2021, with no idea of her background, other than the fact she was rescued from a kill shelter. She's such a special, beautiful pup, and she settled right in! My employer cut my full-time hours, so I started freelance work in July 2021. I went from a traditional 9-5 to a less typical 12-12, from stability to aaaaaagh. Cassi has been wonderful company and a fantastic motivator: After all, she relies on me to feed her!
Victoria (@fodmapfeasts)Published 3 years ago in PetlifeLosing A Limb
It is a warm August afternoon. The breeze is subtle, but nonetheless alive. I allow the warm summer sun to gently hold my skin. I am sitting outside on the back patio of our new home trying to find joy in the sunshine for the first time since our move to Southern California. My earbuds pressed tightly inside of my ear. Listening to my favorite playlist, I attempt to drown out the sound of my own intrusive thoughts. While paying no mind to my physical surroundings, I suddenly hear a loud collision & sickening howl that could have only come from an injured animal. I quickly jump to my feet, now noticing that Luca is nowhere in sight. Sheer panic begins to consume me. Luca is my mischievous and most loving black lab. He is always getting into trouble and out of trouble just as fast. He is only 8 months old & my best friend. Recently Luca has figured out how to dig his way out of the yard by squeezing underneath the wrap-around privacy fence put in place to keep him safe. Sometimes I think he misses home and his freedom as much as I do.
Elizabeth O'ConnorPublished 3 years ago in Petlife- Top Story - September 2021
Snake Tales
This is Mina. She’s a two and a half metre long Honey-Jungle-Carpet-Python from the Atherton Table Lands of Australia, and she really, really is the best.