I found this video online last night and have watched it about half a dozen times since (though a couple of those viewings were so I could show it to my husband and kids, too!).
The video stars Woody, a tabby cat in Japan who really, really likes his water! Throughout the three minute video, Woody repeatedly ducks his head under a running kitchen faucet and then licks up the resulting droplets that fall from his head.
It’s very cute and such a “cat thing” that it makes me smile just thinking about it. Our own tabby, Sage, also her …read more

Things that make it easier to bring your dog along on hiking trips, camping trips or just a walk around the neighborhood are always welcome in my pet supply drawer!
This cool gadget is a Handi Drink dog bottle, and the all-in-one design makes it self dispenses water but keeps it safely contained when it’s not break time.
It folds out into a dish for a dog or cat to drink from, and when they’re done, the water (or food!) easily goes back in and the unit closes up. They’re available from Amazon for $9.99.
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When I was a kid, one of my chores was making sure our dogs had water. They were outside dogs so it was important that they always had a full bowl, and as summer, in particular, would drag on it became more of a pain to keep a constant eye on it (of course, even as a kid I knew how important it was and did it anyway!).
Even though our dogs are indoor only now, they go outside to do their business and like to lounge in the sun for a while. In the summer we keep a dish …read more

Summer is the perfect opportunity to spend some extra time with your dog. You can bring him along whether you head to the beach, the lake, fishing, or just hanging out at the pool. Of course, it’s still important to be mindful of water safety, even with a dog!

I love these doggy life jackets. Available in sizes from XXSmall to Large, the sturdy vests have brightly colored prints and reflective strips for easy sighting, and a handle on top for fast retrieval. They also have a mesh underbelly which allows water to drain away from the dog, and heavy duty …read more

We recently put up a soft-sided above-ground pool and all got in for the first time this weekend.

We’ve had Chip since he was a puppy and know that he’s never swam before, so we carefully brought him in with us and let him paddle around for a minute. Though he’s not able to tell us what he thought of the experience, he was licking and wagging his tail when we held him, so I’d guess he didn’t mind too much! He also seemed to like following my husband around and swimming to him.
Honey, on the other hand, had a …read more

It’s that time of year – between trips to the park, camping, long walks or road trips, people are getting out and about and enjoying the warm weather. While pet owners don’t usually forget about their pets during their summer activities, they can now be more prepared!

CommuteMate has created a very nifty all-in-one food and water container for dogs and cats (though you wouldn’t take a cat along on your bike ride, it’s perfect for a road trip!).
All the components of the piece have a purpose: while assembled it holds food and water, and once taken apart it becomes …read more

Would you pay $75 for water? What if it’s a limited edition water? Actually, I think it’s the bottle that’s limited.
Why does this Bling Limited Edition Water costs $75? It’s because the corked, frosted glass bottle is embellished with Swarovski Crystals. So that’s what you’re paying for, not the water since we can pretty much get water anywhere. Unless you’re on a deserted island of course.
You know what’s even more bizarre about this item, it’s actually sold out. Who knew people would pay $75 for a bottled water. They could’ve just bought their own beddazler to make …read more

While I despise the woman who slapped my hand for my lack of eco friendly totalitarianism, I still respect the movement to create a more friendly attitude and actions toward our planet. With all of the informational resources available, there is no excuse to claim ignorance on the subject matter of conservation. The “Unplugged Living” blog is the perfect place to start stock piling ideas for being an eco friendly human. It is where I started my quest for earth saving knowledge, because it gives ideas that are easy to implement. If we all commit to picking up just one new green habit, every month, to …read more