Posts Tagged ‘humane gifts’
Posted by Pia
This past weekend I, once again, had the honor of being among the humans to judge the fabulously fun “Go Dog Go” show – one based on the belief that every dog deserves his/her day! This year I had Minnow tag along. Needless to say, she created her own show of sorts… and made …
Tags: adopt-a-pet.com, animal welfare, duchess the therapy dog, go dog go show, HeARTs Speak, human-animal bond expert, humane gifts, Minnow, Pause Dog Boutique
Posted on April 18th, 2013 in Adoption, Favorite Things | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
How better to celebrate St. Valentine’s day than to help loyal souls just waiting to find love in shelters across America at this very moment?
So, hurry up and pucker up!
It’s super simple…just kiss, snap, and share!
Go ahead…. Kiss and tell… and get others to join the fun!
For every photo uploaded, $2.00 is …
Tags: adopt-a-pet.com, Adoption, animal welfare, animal welfare expert, children and animals, Dr. Pia Salk, human-animal bond, human-animal bond expert, humane charities, humane gifts, kitty kiss, parenting and pet adoption, Pia Salk, pooch smooch, rescue
Posted on February 13th, 2013 in Adoption, Favorite Things | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
Remember the loyalty and commitment of such hero pooches as Woodrow Wilson’s Sgt. Stubby? And remember how life-saving and powerful photography can be in the plight to help animals? Well thankfully, canine heroes and gifted artists continue to partner up in notable projects to further animal welfare!
Many loyal canines reported for service after the 9/11 …
Tags: 911 dogs, animal rescue, animal welfare, art and animals, charlotte dumas, Dr. Pia Salk, HeARTs Speak, human-animal bond, human-animal bond expert, humane gifts, rescue, richard phibbs, richard phibbs and animal welfare, search and rescue dogs, social justice and animals
Posted on September 20th, 2012 in Adoption, Favorite Things | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
My own ‘fur children’ seem to be up to something top secret these days. As a concerned mother of teen critters, I just hope they are not raiding the liquor cabinet or sniffing decoupage glue- kids today! My guess is they are pow-wowing on what to get me for Mother’s Day- but that …
Tags: adopt-a-pet.com, animal comedy, animal lover gifts, animal rescue, animal welfare comedian, animal welfare expert, breed rescue, humane gifts, mother's day and pets, pet family members, pets as family
Posted on May 2nd, 2012 in Adoption, Favorite Things | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
With the spring holidays upon us, many a bunny, a baby chick and even a young child are at the mercy of us adult humans to model how best to respect and care for another living being. Below is an updated post from springtime’s past- filled with tips on how to have a …
Tags: animal rescue, animal welfare, bunny adoption, children and animals, Dr. Pia Salk, human-animal bond, humane gifts, kids and animals, moral development, parenting and pet adoption, Pia Salk, rabbit rescue, rescue
Posted on March 28th, 2012 in Adoption | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
Last week I introduced you all to Zelda- a dog whose life changed so many other lives for the better. And now upon her passing, her influence remains very much alive through the efforts of her grieving human best friend.
While Zelda’s rescuer is feeling all of the despair and sadness that comes …
Tags: Adoption, animal rescue, animal welfare, bereavement and animals, dirty dog squad, Dr. Pia Salk, human-animal bond, humane charities, humane gifts, pet bereavement, pet loss, Pia Salk, psychology and animals, Zelda foundation
Posted on March 21st, 2012 in Adoption, Favorite Things | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
I’m a sucker for gift items that are some combination of kitschy, humane, whimsical, animal-related, educational and/or… all of the above! I recently stumbled on my new favorite such item- one that offers a creative way to engage humans of all ages in an educational conversation about our fellow creatures.
Sometimes the simplest thing can …
Tags: art and animals, humane gifts, kids and animals, moral development, rescue
Posted on February 29th, 2012 in Adoption, Favorite Things | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
As many of you know, I’m all for recycling and that includes blog posts with information to keep our fur kids safe. The precautions below are as pertinent today as they were when I first posted them a year ago. Happy holidays to all of my fellow animal lovers!
We all know that it’s …
Tags: adopt-a-pet.com, animal welfare, Dr. Pia Salk, humane gifts, pet adoption, Pia Salk
Posted on December 22nd, 2011 in Adoption, Favorite Things | direct link to this entry |
Posted by Pia
A fellow animal lover recently provided me with one of the most valuable resources for gift giving that I have ever received! She gave me a link to a list of charities that do not support or utilize animals in their research.
When we are each out and about looking for meaningful gifts or just choosing …
Tags: adopt-a-pet.com, animal rescue, animal testing, animal welfare expert, Dr. Pia Salk, humane charities, humane gifts, Pia Salk, rescue, social justice and animals
Posted on December 9th, 2010 in Adoption | direct link to this entry |