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November 9, 2018
Celebrating Old Dogs: What Is Old?
Celebrating Old Dogs: What Is Old?
November is Adopt A Senior Pet Month and I’ve already posted about celebrating old cats. It’s time to give equal time to old dogs. I’ve written about how to care for an elderly dog before, but this post addresses how … Continue reading →
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FAKING IT: Scammers Hurt Legit Service Dog & Emotional Support Animal Partnerships
FAKING IT: Scammers Hurt Legit Service Dog & Emotional Support Animal Partnerships
UPDATE: I continue to get “pitches” from scammers wanting me to promote their fake credential services especially for Emotional Support Animals. Interesting that they often say they “love my blog” (thanks!) but that they can add even more value if … Continue reading →
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November 7, 2018
Celebrating Old Cats: What Is Old?
Celebrating Old Cats: What Is Old?
November is National Adopt a Senior Pet month. I have to admit, there’s something special about old cats. This post first appeared in 2012, and has been updated several times. But this is the first time I’ve updated the post … Continue reading →
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November 6, 2018
Get Your !#$%^y! Print Book Published! Your Next Write Schtuff Coaching Call
Get Your !#$%^y! Print Book Published! Your Next Write Schtuff Coaching Call
The next coaching call in my WRITE SCHTUFF series on PUBLISHING PRINT BOOKS launches Thursday November 8 at 11:00 a.m. (CST). If you can’t attend LIVE, please still register so you can get the replay to watch at your leisure. … Continue reading →
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November 2, 2018
Dogs, Cats & Critters, Oh My! September Day Box Set On Sale for only $1.99!
Dogs, Cats & Critters, Oh My! September Day Box Set On Sale for only $1.99!
My September Day Box Set includes the first three books in my September & Shadow thriller series. The stories feature an animal behaviorist, her PTSD service dog, and animal-centric plots (dogs, cats, and critters). For a limited time, I’ve reduced … Continue reading →
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October 31, 2018
Guest Blog: Mollie Hunt & Crazy Cat Lady Cozy Mysteries
Guest Blog: Mollie Hunt & Crazy Cat Lady Cozy Mysteries
I’m pleased today to host my friend and colleague Mollie Hunt, author of the popular Crazy Cat Lady cozy mystery series. If you love cats, adore mysteries, and enjoy reading a fun series, you’re in for a treat! Who Is … Continue reading →
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October 29, 2018
Catnip: More Than A Treat for National Cat Day
Catnip: More Than A Treat for National Cat Day
It’s NATIONAL CAT DAY! So how are you celebrating? It’s always fun to find ways to make your cat happy. Here at our house, Karma-Kat insists on treats, and that also means catnip. I have no doubt that catnip prompted … Continue reading →
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October 26, 2018
Cat Neatness Freaks: How & Why Cats Groom
Cat Neatness Freaks: How & Why Cats Groom
We cherish the cat’s fastidious nature. But neatnik behavior goes beyond looking good. How and why cats groom impacts physical, emotional and social health. My Karma-Kat even tries to groom his best friend, Bravo-Dawg. The instinct starts during kittenhood and … Continue reading →
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Halloween Pets Safety: Protect Pets from Halloween Goblins
Halloween Pets Safety: Protect Pets from Halloween Goblins
The nights leading up to Halloween—and October 31st itself—bring visitations from a wide assortment of ghosts, goblins, and gremlins. Halloween at its best is a night of mystery, fun, and thrills for human children and many adults. It’s important to … Continue reading →
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October 19, 2018
BITE Prevention for Halloween: 9 Ways to Keep Fangs At Bay
BITE Prevention for Halloween: 9 Ways to Keep Fangs At Bay
Have you thought about dog BITE Halloween safety? and I’m not talking about vampires, either. Many dogs enjoy the howl-idays. This is a timely subject so I’m re-posting the information from a couple years ago, as it’s still accurate. With … Continue reading →
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