Pals
I didn’t grow up having pets of any kind. I was attacked by a dog when I was a little girl sitting on my aunt’s porch. That event made me especially afraid of dogs. Ironically enough my very first job was in the Pet Department at a local Woolworths. They sold birds, gold fish, gerbils, turtles and even guinea pigs and mice. I got pretty good at capturing them for customers!
Fortunately for me, as an adult I became acquainted with two dogs through their owners who were good friends of mine. This began my journey into the love of dogs and cats.
I have since had five dogs, two cats, parakeets and I always seem to have an aquarium going. I opened an eBay store called WhiskerFeathers. The store, www.WhiskerFeathers.com is all about taking care of your dog or cat’s health. Prevention can be as basic as routine grooming, staying on top of flea & tick infestation, exercise and dental care.
The primary reason for basic care is that we want to keep them with us as long as possible and with a good quality of life. Secondly, Vet bills are off the charts! Ask any pet owner who has had to take their sick pet into the Vet and it always seems to be when the office is closed or it’s a holiday which means an emergency office visit.
The greatest frustration for me is when my dog or cat gets sick and can’t tell me where it hurts! If only they could talk. This is where knowing your pet’s habits and moods are so important. You can pick up on what is out of character and therefore get a hint as to what is wrong. It’s as if they say “If you love me enough you should know what’s wrong!”
Owners will also tell you that they would pay any amount of money to take care of their baby without thinking. Having said that it’s still a shock when the bills come in! Yikes!!!
Just as with us human beings, I have come to see prevention as a major key to a longer life and in the long run less expensive.
Exercise helps with the growing problem of pet obesity which is a key to good health just like us humans. This costs some time and shoe leather can be done not only by walking your dog and playing with them! Toys are not only fun but they also provide exercise for both of you.
Pets give us so much; let’s give them our best care.
Your Best Friends Is Counting On You!
Come see us at www.whiskerfeathers.com
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