Go Green: Save An Iguana

Iggy died of neglect. I never got to meet him, which I regret, as I might have been able to help him.
I first heard of Iggy’s existence soon after moving to a new home. The next door neighbor came out to chat and during the course of the conversation commented on how difficult it was [...]

Feeling Ratty?

Things to Consider When Adopting or Rescuing Pet Rats
Rats. They often bring to mind the Bubonic Plague and sewers. Many people have an irrational fear of rats. But, there are just as many people who are able to recognize the rat’s ability to make an excellent pet. Rats are extremely intelligent and social creatures, and [...]

Guinea Pig Rescue

Things You Should Know Before Bringing a Rescued Guinea Pig Home:
During Adopt-A-Rescued Guinea Pig Month, which is recognized annually every March, guinea pig rescues and animal shelters around the country work hard to educate pet owners about the proper care of guinea pigs, also known as cavies. Unfortunately, there are countless guinea pigs living in [...]

Ruby is a Gem of a Pug, Part 3

by Laura Richmond

Laura is “mom” to four rescued pugs and a basset hound named, Smash. She is also a talented jewelry designer and you can find her creations at http://www.richmondltd.com/ or http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/pugwa. This is the final installment in the saga of Ruby.
Wow! I just met someone who in 20 minutes convinced me that Ruby could [...]

Snake, Rattle and Roll

Snakes are fascinating creatures. ‘Though they’ve been given a bad rap for centuries, they are not the evil beings many people believe them to be. Pet snake, however, seems to me to be something of an oxymoron. Some would argue that a pet is any tame animal kept as a companion. But is any snake [...]

Ruby is a Gem of a Pug, Part 2

by Laura Richmond

Laura is “mom” to four rescued pugs and a basset hound named, Smash. She is also a talented jewelry designer and you can find her creations at http://www.richmondltd.com/ or http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/pugwa. This is the second installment in the saga of Ruby.
I went to visit Ruby (at the vet’s) every morning and sat on the [...]

Transforming a Traumatized Bird into a Playful Parakeet

In the right home, parakeets can be happy, playful, and vocal pets. Most parakeet owners today realize the many benefits of allowing their budgies to have plenty of time outside of their cage (as long as the home is bird-proofed) to play and to interact with the family.
Photo by Gary Scott
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As docile as they generally [...]

Ruby is a Gem of a Pug. Part I

by Laura Richmond

Laura is “mom” to four rescued pugs and a basset hound named, Smash. She is also a talented jewelry designer and you can find her creations at http://www.richmondltd.com/ or http://www.bonanzle.com/booths/pugwa.
The Day we thought Ruby would never walk again …
It was a typical Sunday mid-morning; wake up and eat and go out for our [...]