Category Archives: cats

On A Good Note

We’ve had our cats for one year and seven months. It’s not like the cute videos you see on YouTube (no, I’m not providing a link). The dog and cats don’t cuddle, they don’t play together, and when I leave … Continue reading

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I Think It’s An Attitude Problem

On November 4, Downtown Dog Rescue posted a story on its Facebook page about a man who came to the shelter to retrieve his lost dogs. He did not know the shelter charged a redemption fee, and only had enough money … Continue reading

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Bad Dog Mom– Bad!

Our Best Friend went to the vet two weeks ago. “He’s gained 10 pounds since last year,” Dr. B. said sternly. “What happened?” What happened, she asks. Well, I was out of town 3 days/week all year… and it was … Continue reading

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The Evolution of Doghood

The Ex is allergic to cats. Violently. He once ended up in the ER (on Martha’s Vineyard, no less) from a reaction to his sister’s cats. I gave up my Charlie when we got serious; we had a cat for … Continue reading

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The Pet Blogger Challenge – 2014 Edition

It’s that time of year again. Time to reflect on our blogs, where it’s been, and where it might go. Excuse me while I clean out the lint prior to navel-gazing. 1. How long have you been blogging? Please tell … Continue reading

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In With The New

I’m not big on New Year’s resolutions. Mostly because I tend to break them. And right now, with my final term looming, I’m not adding any commitments. I did the reflection thing a few weeks ago, so no need to … Continue reading

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Meet the Blogger

My apologies to those of you who got this two days ago. Meant to hit the “publish later” button, but hit “publish now” instead. Add that to the list below– I’m not *quite* perfect. This version has pictures and edited … Continue reading

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Hiatus

The summer is over. This is my final chance to blog in the month of August. I kept meaning to put up a post, but I was on vacation mode, and this is why. I was away for three weeks … Continue reading

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Dog-Sitting Blues

Last Sunday and Monday were logistically complicated in our household. The Spouse decided to attend to some computer event in New York, which entailed leaving Saturday night and returning early Monday evening. The kids were off school Monday, while I … Continue reading

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Adopt the Internet Day

Short post today to remind everyone it’s Adopt the Internet Day on Petfinder. Petfinder is 15 years old, and has helped thousands of animals find their forever homes. Sometimes it takes a while; no one wanted Our Best Friend after … Continue reading

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