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The Puppy Test
Puppies are some of the cutest animals on the planet. They also are a great way to get used to working with children or having children in your life. It is a simple test my parents mentioned to me. If you are thinking of children, get a puppy and see where to go from there. They are a great start for some of the basic needs for learning how to raise children.
By Heather Wilkins8 years ago in Petlife
My Riding Journey
Ever since I was a little kid I wanted to ride horses. I didn't ever get to because my family did not have the money to take lessons. When I was nine I had a friend that told me about a barn that you work at and get lessons in exchange and I immediately asked my mom if I could. Thankfully, she said yes and I was so happy. I worked four hours to earn a lesson. At my first lesson, I was so nervous that the person giving me a lesson had to walk next to me. After a few lessons I was able to walk around with the horse on my own. After a while they decided I was ready to trot which is the speed after a walk. I held onto the saddle for dear life. I was so scared but got the hang of it.
By Paige Taylor8 years ago in Petlife
We Always Loved You
I got her when I was ten. I lost her by twenty-three. She’s a part of my growing up, maybe even the biggest one. Anyone who’s been through what I have will understand. Anyone that hasn’t most likely can’t. But that’s okay. I don’t judge. When it happens, it happens. Pain or freedom. That’s the choice. Your decision. Not hers, but yours. Freedom for her, pain for you, and vice versa. There is nothing you can do when you’ve done all you can. You had the time you had together. You always knew it wouldn’t be forever. Sometimes, I function. Other times, I break. It’s getting better though, or easier at least. At times, it feels difficult to express what I feel. If I do I think that I will lose myself, isn’t that scary?
By Feliks Divelli8 years ago in Petlife
The Loss of a Best Friend
Our pets end up being way more than just a family member, they become a friend. They give us that unconditional love, the type of love that we all yearn for. Nobody tells you what to expect when you lose a loved one, let alone a pet. We don't think of what life would be like, so when the time comes we're hit with this huge brick of helplessness. Scamp A.K.A Scampi was born March 3, 2002 and passed away March 9, 2017. I knew the that the day would come, I constantly hoped he would go away peacefully. My dream didn't quite happen, I had to make the decision to euthanize him because he was getting sicker each day. He ended up having congestive heart failure and nobody believed me when I said that I knew something was wrong with him. How do we cope with loss? How are we to make it through the grieving process? We all will cope differently, I personally started writing letters to him and sharing memories because it is helpful. Going through the grieving process hasn't been easy and I understand that it is not going to. There is no length on how long you are to grieve because we are all different, we will face differently. Someone else may get through the grieving process within a few months, while others like me are still constantly battling the memory. I'm happy Scampi is now back with his best friend Chester. But man, do I miss him and still wish he were here. The loss of a pet I knew would be difficult, but to me it's traumatic. I'm lost without him and my schedule feels off. I will share a poem, and letter that I have written to him.
By Paris Patrick8 years ago in Petlife
What Not to Do Around Service Dogs. Top Story - December 2017.
I, too, was in the shoes of those who did not understand the acceptable public maneuvers for when a service dog and their handler were on the scene. We’ve all been there, making kissy noises, staring, petting… innocently enough we did not know the true rudeness, awkwardness, and inconvenience we imposed on the handler. As a current handler of a service dog, I am fully aware of the boundaries I so ignorantly crossed, as Harley’s and mine are crossed on the daily.
By Salty Circus8 years ago in Petlife
Fish Tanks
Have you ever wanted a pet but you couldn't have one? Perhaps because you live with your parents or you landlord doesn't allow dogs or cats. There's an easy solution! Fish are low-maintenance, friendly pets that you could have without breaking the rules. And your landlord shouldn't have any qualms about them either.
By Chelsee Danese8 years ago in Petlife
The Big Green Monster...
There has been a bit of a controversy surfacing in the equestrian Instagram community recently. Many popular accounts have already voiced their opinions on the current status of this popular social media practice. I admire those who are sensitive to the plight of others who are less fortunate than themselves, but many disagree in that trying to control what others post is both impractical and rude. I believe that the inequalities in our sport are unfortunate, but a largely unchangeable reality. This is why many equestrian Instagrammers are urging others to resist from posting Christmas haul videos or pictures of their gifts on social media.
By Treble Ranch8 years ago in Petlife
Coolest Cat Condos for Your Feline Friend
Where they fits, they sits—but that doesn't mean you should cheap out on your cat's condo. You and your cat both need a piece of cat furniture that will keep them occupied. A bored cat can become a destructive cat very quickly, and that probably won't make you happy. So, we've assembled a list of cat houses that will keep your kitty endlessly entertained.
By Taylor Markarian8 years ago in Petlife
