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My Best Friend
My best friend's name is Harley. She's a corgi/black lab mix. She's the most amazing being in my life. I have always been a cat person. I have had cats most of my life since I was scared of dogs for the longest time (one bit me as a child).
By Brandi Bolden8 years ago in Petlife
Peanut: the First Chapter
My partner and I begun this journey of buns back in 2017, when we rescued two bonded female lionheads. We named them Angel and Luna, but they were very scared and timid. Luna slowly became aggressive in her new environment, while Angel eventually opened up and started to play. They never really showed much affection, but when they did it was phenomenal! I have always had animals, but my boyfriend has never had any before this. He was in love. Unfortunately, we became homeless and had go find them new homes :(
By Jessica Crossman8 years ago in Petlife
Fight
I heard the shouts of the club members around me urging me on. "FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT! FIGHT!" "I do not fight puppies!" I snarled as I looked down at the puppy. The crowd booed. It was my job to give the club a fight. To entertain them. The gangs and rich dogs paid and I showed them a good time. To do so, I fought. Dogs. "As I have told my managers," I growled, "I. Don't. Fight. Puppies." I glared at the crowd of rich snobs and criminals and I bared my teeth. I watched as the pup cowered in front of me — clearly terrified — from the corner of my eye.
By Isabella Aguirre8 years ago in Petlife
I Have an Imaginary Dog for a Very Good Reason
When I was a child, a dog was always out of the question. My father wanted to buy an illegal exotic pet whilst my mother would say she was allergic to dogs and cats. We settled on a jar full of worms that I collected from the garden and eventually a goldfish with suicidal tendencies. After the death of my worms at the hands of my sisters, I was left alone with Bob the goldfish. I would chat to him for hours and in return he would commit suicide by jumping down the back of the freezer. Bob II would replace him and he lasted a relatively long time before his accidental death. It was my birthday and a shiny 50 pence coin would fall from my hand and into the tank, striking Bob II and dealing the goldfish a fatal blow.
By Johnny Vedmore8 years ago in Petlife
The Color of Cats
Imagine being born and encompassed by your mother's warmth. Feeling her love, as she touched you and pulled you closer to her to keep you safe. Imagine hearing the sound of her voice and knowing that you can rest comfortably in her arms. Surrounded by the security of a mother's love and the fact that nothing would hurt you. Waking up each day to her feeding you and teaching you the things that you needed to know to survive in this great big world. Such a big world and you are so small. Everything is new to you. Everyday there are new things to see and smell and touch. The experience of finding the smallest thing is elating. Chasing after grasshoppers or being scared of them is your greatest accomplishment or greatest fear. Being born into this ever-changing and wonderful world. Full of adventures and hopes and dreams. Happiness throughout your being at just the sight of your mom looking at you. Joy as the rays of the sun touch your little body. These days should never end for the little creatures of our world. Day after day of happiness without ever being thrust into being alone, scared, hurt, or hungry.
By LG Reagon8 years ago in Petlife
Raising Miniature Ducks
Call ducks (miniature ducks) were bred in the 19th century in Great Britain from Dutch lines of decoy ducks. They were bred to be super small so that they could lure wild ducks into traps and be able to escape through a tiny trapdoor. Call ducks could attract lots of wild ducks because their "call" is so loud it can be heard extremely far away.
By Kristine ellis8 years ago in Petlife
Why Owls Don't Make Good Pets
We are all fascinated by owls. Perhaps it is their huge forward facing eyes and 'cute and cuddly' appearance, the things that in fact make them fierce hunters, or perhaps it is down to the multiple stories portraying owls as pets (I’m looking at you J.K Rowling). Unfortunately for these magnificent animals, this fascination has lead to an increase in people purchasing owls as pets. In many countries, including the UK, it is disturbingly easy to obtain an owl, there is no necessary licensing, paperwork, or knowledge check that needs to be achieved before an owl can be purchased.
By Artemis8 years ago in Petlife
Nala’s Thoughts
I find myself wondering quite a bit about what my dog (Nala) thinks about. Like what goes on in her head when she finds her bone underneath the couch or when she runs around in circles in the middle of the living room or even when she lays down next to me for the six hours that I work every day. She’s got a big personality, so I’m positive that she doesn’t have boring thoughts. Well here is my interpretation of just a few of Nala’s thoughts on daily occurrences based on her facial expressions and emotions when dealing with these occurrences in first person.
By Alexsys McClellan8 years ago in Petlife
Ziggy Dew Equals Love: Part 2
After getting the chance to talk to my future love that one last time after bringing Ziggy home before the long three years of not talking at all, my little furry Ziggy bunny man was the being that brought me the most love and happiness. As you all know, when he first came home with me, he got to meet the throne and live in a giant box, but you will be happy to know I did order him a cage with all the fixings such as a fancy water bottle, which I still have to this day, a litter tray, shavings for bedding, and food and hay for snacking on. Oh, and I cannot forget his stuffed lion. That’s right, I bought him a stuffed lion so he wouldn't get lonely, and let me tell you, he licked that thing to pieces and snuggled with it often. He treated it like it was his own dang pet. It was hilarious.
By EM Goodness8 years ago in Petlife
A Letter to Bean
Dear Bean, When your dad first called me and mentioned you, I was hesitant. He had discovered you when he was on his delivery route. Immediately, he was enamored with you. We had just moved into a new apartment. I had your sister, Pretties. Dad had your other sister, Nacht. We were all still adjusting to our new surroundings. We had barely any furniture. Boxes covered the floor and it was that after move funk that happens sometimes.
By Kelci Polverini8 years ago in Petlife
Cockatiels
There are hundreds of beautiful parrots out there that can make amazing companions. However, not all parrots are good beginner birds. One of the best beginner parrots is the Cockatiel. Get ready for the sweetest little companion!
By Renee Garcia8 years ago in Petlife
On Being Friends with Your Food
J is one of my closest friends. He was rescued at six weeks old from a man attempting to kill this innocent ball of fluff, eyes still baby blue. I constantly ask myself how anyone could be so cruel. He is an individual. He has a soul. J knows his name, will come when called, and is constantly climbing into my arms and asking for chin scratches and snuggles. He always has his mouth on everything and is extraordinarily proud when he finds something shiny to gift me-going so far as to pull my jewelry off so he can plop it into my hand. He’s a nervous little guy, constantly cocking his furrowed head and looking to others for protection. But who could blame him, with a past like his? Of course, he narrowly escaped the fate that meets 50 billion of his brothers and sisters every year.
By — —8 years ago in Petlife