A Sitting For a Cause Blog Featuring All Things Pet-Related
Growing up, I’ve always had an animal by my side. Through my elementary, middle, high school, and half of my college years, Cocoa and Sandy were there. My chocolate Labrador and golden retriever were always large sources of joy and comfort. Watching them grow from puppies to elder dogs, I have learned a lot from them. Cocoa and Sandy taught […]
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Have you ever considered adopting a non-traditional pet? Exotic pets can bring much excitement and happiness into your life. Like other animals, the amount of care needed varies, but the effort is worth it! Here are 10 unique pets you should consider becoming your next family member. 1. Stick insects I’ve never thought of insects as pets before, but this […]
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When talking about pets, most people think of dogs and cats. However, there are so many small animals that make wonderful companions. Rabbits can become great additions to the family for many reasons! Here are 6 reasons to consider a rabbit as a pet! 1. Great for apartments Rabbits typically need less space than other pets. They don’t need to […]
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The time of year when we start wearing our extra-stretchy pants and prepare to eat more than we should has arrived! Thanksgiving is a holiday of spending time with family, being thankful, and eating plenty. As part of your family, you may want to let your pets get involved. But what can or can’t they eat? Here are 6 Thanksgiving […]
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After a while, going on a walk with your dog becomes routine. Sometimes it can become boring and you might start to dread it. However, it doesn’t have to be a drag! There are many ways you can switch up your walk to make it more entertaining for both you and your dog. Here are 6 ways to have more […]
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Whether it’s going to visit family or friends or traveling to somewhere new, road trips can be difficult due to long hours on the road. Bringing along your precious pet can cause added stress. However, taking your pet on a road trip doesn’t have to be difficult if you prepare ahead of time and keep their safety in mind. Here […]
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We all know that feeling: the dread of coming home after a long day and finding out that your dog has chewed on the couch, pillows, clothes, and other household items. While you might make an entertaining video to share online, it is not an ideal situation to find yourself in. Below are 6 tips to stop your dog from […]
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With Halloween right around the corner, people everywhere are searching for the perfect costumes! Costumes aren’t just for people. Pet owners love to dress their four-legged friends as well. But many pet owners don’t realize the dangers that could come with dressing up their pet. If you want to dress your fur baby for Halloween, here are 5 tips to […]
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Having a furry friend to come home and play with is always fun. But what if you want a pet that isn’t common? One of the strangest and most exciting pets my family has raised has been a ferret named Misty. Ferrets are similar to weasels and are extremely playful, curious, and social. However, they can be a handful. Here […]
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Editor’s Note: Please welcome our newest intern, Abigail Green! Abbey lives in Crossville, TN and attends Tennessee Technological University where she is majoring in English. She lives with her family and her cat, Mr. Kitty. If someone asked me what my favorite animal was, without hesitation I would answer “a cat”. Over my lifetime I have been blessed to be family […]
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