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Stories in Petlife that you’ll love, handpicked by our team.
When Love Crossed The Rainbow Bridge
July 10, 2023, I had woken up around 4:00am to the sound of my dog, Buddy, panting in the darkness. He wasn’t looking good when we went to sleep a few hours prior. I had leaned in close, whispered I love you in his ear, as I had done countless times, and tried to get some sleep. Part of me believed, or at least wanted to believe, that would be better in the morning. Deep down, I knew he was slipping away. I selfishly wanted one more night with him cuddled up beside me. A decision I deeply regretted, as the realization that he was in pain cut through me like a dagger. I had been there for him through so many challenges in his life. I knew it was time to help him pass through his last hurdle. It was time to let him go. This is a decision that every pet owner inevitably faces, one that I would have given anything to avoid. There was no avoiding this. I knew if I didn’t get him to the hospital soon, he would continue to spiral downward in front of me. I loved him too much to allow that to happen.
From Tormented to Rescued to Princess
Hello world, I see you were introduced to my big grumpy brother yesterday and today my Mum said I could have my turn to tell my story.
Colleen MillsteedPublished 9 months ago in Petlife4th of July 'ruff' on the dog
As the end of June approaches, a lot of pet owners have a looming concern. It’s almost July and that means one thing, Independence Day celebrations. Whether you're chilling in the pool or camped out in the shade, everybody does something to relax on the 4th of July. The celebrations include grilled hot dogs with all the fixins, Grandma’s notorious potato salad, baked beans. An endless buffet. Time to feast and enjoy some time with friends and family. It's all fun and games until the sun sets – and the fireworks begin. And your dog has a panic attack.
Dana StewartPublished 9 months ago in PetlifeAttack of Shadows
I've always had a natural curiosity about paranormal things, but also have been a skeptic when it comes to boogeymen and such. At 3am on March 20th, 2023, that skepticism departed for good. A series of random events in my dog situation stacked the odds in my favor before I found myself in my room, in the middle of the night, wide awake... with a shadow person.
Veronica ColdironPublished 9 months ago in PetlifeThe Life Of Ginger
Ginger was a Minpin… but almost nobody knew she was a Minpin just by looking at her. She was all tan (ginger-colored hair) which happens with Minpins but seems to be seldom that it happens. She had her tail snipped a bit too short and she had big ears, people often commented how she looked like a little deer. They’d ask if she was a chihuahua, some type of terrier, some type of mix. Nope, Ginger is a Minpin.
Stephen Kramer AvitabilePublished 9 months ago in Petlife- Supported by: Ollie
Healthy And Hassle-Free Dog Food For Picky Eaters
Hi doggos and doggo owners alike! I’m Stripe, a Chinese crested mix who resembles the Gremlins character so much I was named after him. I am a pandemic puppy, and I turned three years old on Valentine’s Day! (Boy, time flies when you’re having fun…and eating well!)
Stripe HairlessPublished 11 months ago in Petlife The possums are taking over
Definitely not playing possum I lived in the county until I was 19 and never saw the critters that I am noticing since moving to the city. Deer, turkey vultures, groundhogs, skunks, possums, and raccoons were not a part of my early life and my brother says it's because they had lots of woods to live in. In 2020 at a previous address I saw what I first thought were baby rats near the backyard fence but upon further inspection and looking at pictures on the Internet, I realized they were baby possums playing in the grass. A few days later one of them was lying dead and the others were gone.
Cheryl E PrestonPublished 11 months ago in PetlifeA Soft Place to Rest
“Do you think they can see us up here?” “What do you mean Toto?” “Do you think they can see us up here like the balloons that KimKim always let go of?”
Oneg In The ArcticPublished 12 months ago in PetlifeThe Plight of an Equinologist
The Plight of an Equinologist An equinologist is a person who studies horses. -- W0rd Sense Dictionary The wind streams my long hair behind me in the wind made by the horse galloping beneath me, no leather to restrict us. We are free.
KJ AartilaPublished about a year ago in PetlifeAll Ears
I knew I was in trouble as soon as the email flashed up on the screen: “My office. 2pm sharp. Bring Ellie with you.” Chewing on my bottom lip, I peer over the top of my computer and click my fingers.
Caroline CravenPublished about a year ago in PetlifeDog's Eye View
I woke up to a large paw in my face and 103 pounds of dog on my torso. I'm only 100 pounds, so the weight was more than noticeable. It crushed my chest, making breathing less than easy. And Rudy's nails needed a trimming. I noticed that as they bore into my face like razor blades.
A Little Bit of Me
A Little Bit of Me I watched the movie in fascination: my first movie in a movie theater, and it was larger than life! I was eight years old and seeing “The Black Stallion” on the big screen, which cemented my passion.
KJ AartilaPublished about a year ago in Petlife