Archive for December 15th, 2009
Travel Safe
A lot of people don’t realize that driving with a dog in your vehicle can be dangerous not just for you and the dog, but for other drivers as well. There’s nothing like veering and swerving to keep from killing an innocent animal and I’ve seen accidents happen because of it. I’ve seen dogs jump from the back of pickups or just go flying out the window when the driver makes a turn to sharply. That’s why I don’t go anywhere without my dog car harness.
Not only does it keep the dog securely positioned where they can still enjoy the ride, it keeps them from getting under my feet or worse. And the greatest fear I avoid with my dog car harness is the potential of the dog going out one of the windows and being killed by another driver. If you drive anywhere with your dog this is one safety product no pet owner should be without.
Gift of Adoption
If you read the newspapers or watch the news you have a slight idea of the animal abuse that occurs day in and day out. It is a never ending battle of what the American Humane Society fights daily.
I am taking a hint from the American Humane Society and asking that if you are thinking of adopting a pet for a family member or friend, please remember that it is a huge decision to take on your own. You may have the best of intentions to rescue an animal in need but if the receiver of that gift that does not appreciate the gesture than it is more heartbreaking and confusing for the animal to have to return the adoption center.
The best way to give the gift of adoption is to wrap a dog collar, dog toys or a horse halter in a box and present that as a gift with a card. In the card let them know that you are giving the gift of adoption to them at a time when they can visit a shelter and choose the best pet for them.
Providing a gift in this way is providing happiness for both the animal and the person receiving your gift.
Check out www.americanhumane.org for more information on adoption.