by Audra H. Anders for The Aha! Connection
I’ll bet you didn’t know The Aha! Connection came really close to being named “Walking George” instead. A group of friends and I were pondering how to turn my email newsletter hobby into a business and “Walking George” came in second place for a name. I always found out about fun/relevant/important news when out and about walking with George.… Read More »
National Dog Day is this Friday (August 26), and in advance of this day celebrating our loyal companions, Trupanion, a leader in medical insurance for pets, has released its anticipated list of most popular dog names and breeds for 2022.
Surveying its database of more than 740,000 insured pets, Trupanion has compiled a tail-wagger of a top 10 list!… Read More »
by Audra H. Anders and Peggy Smith for The Aha! Connection
As you know, Peggy and I have been out and about visiting local businesses. Well, this one particular visit was our favorite so far. We didn’t want to leave. Both of us kept staring out the window at the dogs having a blast and petting the ones who were inside taking it easy. … Read More »
On Thanksgiving, many of us are inclined to give thanks for our pets by sharing some of our dinner. But which foods are safe, and which are dangerous? Pancreatitis and “garbage intoxication” are very common after the holidays! Protect your pet by making sure only to feed them healthy items, and let your families know as well. … Read More »
While the holiday season may look different than years’ past, it has never been more important for dog parents to show appreciation for the four-legged family members that have been by their side during the good times and unforeseen challenges this year.
Here are seven top-notch gift ideas that will help keep dogs safe, happy, healthy over the holidays and throughout the entire year. … Read More »
Note from Audra: In September I almost lost my George because he accidentally ingested raisins in leftover chicken salad. Luckily I realized it ASAP and was able to follow the advice from my Vet and get him to vomit them back up. Gross, I know, but I couldn’t live without my George. Apparently raisins (and grapes) are very very very toxic to dogs. … Read More »
#1: HIDE THE CHOCOLATE FROM YOUR PETS (AND KIDS)
Chocolate is toxic to your pets—symptoms can range from vomiting to severe cardiac arrhythmias—so make sure it’s out of reach.
#2: XYLITOL: GOOD FOR OUR TEETH, BAD FOR OUR PETS
Check your sugar-free candy and gum for this deadly ingredient—any level of ingestion requires a vet visit.… Read More »
Many people enjoy the booming sounds and flashing lights of fireworks, but they can be terrifying and overwhelming for pets, and possibly hazardous.
On the Fourth of July, so many pets are frightened and try to escape the sights and sounds that animal shelters around the nation report a dramatic increase in lost pets during the holiday.… Read More »
Aqua Transitions is pleased to announce the opening of its new facility in Dunwoody, Georgia.
Aqua Transitions was founded after the emotional death of a family member. We thought there must be an alternate solution to burial or cremation and found that there was. Aquamation was the solution we chose for our own family, and one we believe others will feel more comfortable with when it’s time to say goodbye to their beloved family pet.… Read More »
Christie Sachse
(404) 623-5545
christie@aquatransitions.com
Last Wednesday AM, we let our 2YO black and white cat, LeBron, outside in the yard. LeBron loves hanging outside on nice days and even has a few feline pals from the ‘hood. It’s okay, he’s neutered. He usually keeps within a few houses in any direction. When kids start coming home from school in the mid afternoon, he runs out of nowhere and comes inside to get some food before he runs back outside.… Read More »
RB
(305) 984-6300
ronburnstine@icloud.com
Sully, the service dog who accompanied George H.W. Bush during the former president’s final months, will be traveling with Bush’s casket on his flight to Washington on Monday, a source told Fox News.
Bush family spokesman Jim McGrath on Sunday night honored Sully, tweeting a photo of the yellow Labrador retriever next to Bush’s casket.
“Mission complete,” McGrath tweeted.… Read More »
Steps are being taken at Brookhaven Park, 4158 Peachtree Road, a popular greenspace frequented by dog lovers, that will provide a “best of all worlds” solution accommodating all visitors to park, whether they own a dog or not.
In the wake of discussions between City staff and the Brookhaven Park Association, work has begun to enclose approximately five acres designated to pet lovers and their dogs.… Read More »
Update: Alaina has closed the donations because she reached her goal thanks to many generous donors and the Humane Society gave her a great deal on the treatment price! I love happy endings!
Alaina Moncrief and her sister Sophia are very special to me. Their Mama was Foodie Patty and one of my best friends since the mid eighties. … Read More »
Read the full list with all the explanations and details here.
1. Desensitize Your Dog
2. Provide Your Dog With a Safe Space
3. Distract Your Dog With Tasty Toys
4. Update Your Dog’s Collar & Tags
5. Exercise Your Pet
6. Try a Thundershirt (Or Make Your Own)
7. Leave the TV or Radio On
8.… Read More »
