The Pets Blog Week in Review for Apr 2-8

It’s that time again: time to catch up on what you might have missed last week in the Pets Blog. Below is a daily breakdown of what Aimee and I covered: Monday, April 2 Poor Aimee had to endure a Moose on her head at 2 a.m. thanks to Nights of Thunder Tuesday, April 3 There was no joy in Kittentown when it came to Aimee’s friend’s spayed kitten Zoe and the “creative diapering” they partook in to keep her from licking her stitches. In honor of April being Pet First Aid Awareness Month, we gave you a list of … Continue reading

The Easter Bunny: One Giving Rabbit

Who is the Easter Bunny? We know he keeps good company with the likes of Santa Claus, and we know he brings baskets of goodies to kids at Easter. But do we really know why? Or how it was this generous bunny came to be? History: Why a Rabbit Who Lays Eggs? The notion of an Easter bunny predates Christianity. Symbolically, eggs, hares, and rabbits have all represented fertility in a variety of cultures. Somewhere along the way wires got crossed as traditions and beliefs merged and an egg-laying bunny was created. One who bore colored eggs no less. A … Continue reading

A Shopping We Will Go: Pet Easter Baskets and Bonnets

For kids, Easter basket ideas abound, from frugal, homemade, and simple, to the fillers and fun items that bring so much color and delight. But these days the Easter Bunny doesn’t just hop into town for the kids. Peter Cottontail comes bearing goodies for dogs and cats, too. (Not to mention the pets are dressing for the occasion by getting decked out in Easter bonnets and such.) So where can you find Easter goodies for your pet? I’ve listed some of my favorite shops and buys below: From Muttropolis • Furrberry Plaid Belt Dress: I’m not one to dress my … Continue reading