To help pets in need, Purina One has teamed up with Martha Stewart to visit animal shelters from San Francisco to New York City throughout the month of February. At each stop, Purina One will give out free Purina One dog and cat food to all attendees (11,000 bags across the nation!), and will also be hosting adoption events at local shelters.

Purina One wants to help the animals affected by the current economy, especially those who don’t have a bowl of food or a warm, caring home.
Even if Purina One isn’t stopping by your city, pet lovers can …read more

Yes, the blockbuster movie “Avatar” used animals, but the animals weren’t used. They were treated nicely!
The film received American Humane’s highest rating — Monitored: Outstanding / No Animals Were Harmed.

“American Humane applauds ‘Avatar’ director James Cameron and the production for earning our highest rating by ensuring the safety of the animals used in the filming,” said Karen Rosa, vice president of American Humane’s Film & TV Unit.
She added that PETA was apparently unaware that live animals were used in the film for motion capture.
How did the animals figure in with the making of “Avatar”?
So that movements and expressions could be captured, …read more

Are homeless animals heroes? I think so. It takes a lot of courage to be a pet without a home of your own, but you can help in a couple of ways during the Purina ONE Tour for Heroes, ending on February 26. During the tour, Purina ONE will be helping pets in need with adoption events and temporary food banks.
If the tour is in your area, please visit.
Upcoming stops include HALO Animal Rescue in Phoenix on February 9, the Houston Humane Society on February 12 and the Humane Society of Broward County in Fort Lauderdale on February 16. Read …read more

Humans aren’t the only ones who can have some special treats this Valentine’s Day — why not make a batch of your dog’s favorite homemade biscuits and dress them a bit, too?

These treats are easy as can be to make, and can easily be cut into cute little heart shapes after the dough has been rolled out. I like to leave the baking pan of biscuits in the oven for several hours after I’ve turned it off, and then keep the biscuits out on the counter for a few more hours after that to make sure they’re completely dried out …read more

It’s been a busy few weeks in the pet world with lots of news, information and a lot of fun stuff (you did see the cute little Super Bowl pet jersies, right?).

~ Bunnies join this year’s Puppy Bowl on Animal Planet at PetSugar
~ Lay on the love this Valentine’s Day at WebVet Blog
~ National Pet Dental Health Month at Embrace Pet Community
~ Why Does My Dog Roll in that Smelly, Stinky Whatever? at Scratchings and Sniffings
~ The Dog Friendly Cat Program at Leaving Our Mark
~ Does your pet’s fracture need surgery? at Dolittler
~ Five worst states for animal abuse …read more

The giveaways here at Blisstree Pets over the last week have been very successful, and the first round, which ended Thursday, has some winners!

For the Ark Naturals Joint Rescue dog treats:
~ Renee G
For the Zobo Collar and Leash sets:
~ Veronica Garrett Kisha
~ Martha Payne
~ Annette D.

The winners for the second round, which ended yesterday evening, are:
For the Bindaboo Pet Gate:
~ Cee
For the PetSmart Valentine’s Day prize packs:
~ Sandy
~ Mellissa C
Winners have all been notified via email as of 9:00am PST February 6 and have 24 hours to respond before new winners are chosen.

Nearly 100 dogs were seized from a puppy mill in Mississippi on Thursday. At the request of the ASPCA, the American Humane Association is assisting in animal-handling and sheltering operations in the investigation. They’re working under the direction of the Prosecutor’s Office in Marshall County.

The team found the dogs, mostly small breeds, living in feces-encrusted pens and filth. Several dead adult dogs and puppies were found. The breeds rescued include Shih Tzus, Lhasa apsos, pugs, Yorkshire terriers, corgis and Chihuahuas. Many of the dogs appeared underweight with skin problems and other medical conditions.
Debrah Schnackenberg, vice president of American …read more

Wouldn’t you know it, everyone is getting in on the Super Bowl action, even the designers of pet clothing! Whether or not you dress up your dog, you’ve got to admit that these cute little NFL-approved jerseys would make quite the splash at your Super Bowl party this weekend!

No matter if you’re rooting for the New Orleans Saints or the Indianapolis Colts on Sunday, your four-legged family member will charm anyone as he makes his rounds from guest to guest looking for snacks.
Made of breathable Micro-Mesh polyester, the V-neck jersey is officially licensed by the NFL and runs about …read more

Alyna has a congenital disorder that left her paralyzed from the waist down, and her family turned to ALYN Hospital, a comprehensive rehabilitation center in Israel. The hospital was the only hope for Alyna, a rabbit!

ALYN Hospital treats children with a variety of physical disabilities, but sometimes it takes a cute, furry rabbit to help those needing a little extra motivation.
This is the first time that the hospital developed specialized equipment for a paralyzed animal. To help Alyna the rabbit, ALYN developed a brace that stimulates movement of limp legs. The brace allowed Alyna to regain her mobility, but that’s …read more

It’s difficult for me to imagine any cat lover not enjoying First Person Cat by Jacque Heebner.
Even if cats aren’t your first love, you may still like the book and get to know felines better in the process. First Person Cat is an easy, entertaining read that will keep you wondering as any mystery novel should.
What sets First Person Cat apart is that it’s told entirely from a cat’s point of view. The cat in this case is Tiffany, a regal tortoise-shell Persian kitty who both grieves and falls in love (with a certain detective).
You learn early on that poor …read more