With temperatures into the 100s in the Valley, you are likely thinking about the condition of your A.C. unit, wondering when you can next go for a swim, or making a meal plan filled with cold sandwiches and salads. But have you remembered your furry friends? As a pet-lover and owner of three rescue dogs (and former foster of 25+ others), learning about pet safety and care is something very … [Read more...]
Helladogmoms unite to raise money for local animal groups
If you’re a dog mom that loves your four-legged friend more than you do most people, you just might be a Helladogmom. And there’s a new, local community designed just for you. Instagram account has grown and is giving back “Helladogmoms is a community bringing together local women who are proud to be dog moms,” says Christine Brown, the founder of Helladogmoms. “This started out … [Read more...]
Where to swim and cool off in Fresno: 2018 edition
Toasty summers are a fact of life for Fresnans, but thankfully you don’t have to dig your own pool to find a great place to cool off this summer. The Fresno area offers multiple public swim locations, swimming lessons, water parks, and splash parks for families to enjoy, and even a couple of areas for dogs to cool off, too! Here's the 2018 round up of local spots to get your splash … [Read more...]
From Hollywood’s Spielberg to Fresno’s Domino, Ray Arthur has met a lot of cool cats
In his former role as Fresno’s Film Commissioner, Ray Arthur was used to spending time with celebrities of all stripes. Now in his current job working for Fresno's Department of Utilities, he finds himself looking after a different kind of wild animal. Located ten miles outside of Fresno, Ray's workplace is often the dumping ground for feral or unwanted pets. Over the years, he and his … [Read more...]
Elder Paws Senior Dog Foundation to host ‘Hearts of Gold’ fundraiser
Having a dog in your life is the beginning of a beautiful friendship. But as our furry friends (and us, too) get a little bit older, things can get complicated. Medical issues and other expenses come with age. Sometimes people on a fixed income have trouble caring for their older canine companions. Luckily, if you live in the Central Valley and are on a fixed income, there are options to help … [Read more...]
Peeve: A Love Story
When I was in fourth or fifth grade, I remember reading a book and seeing a line that mentioned a pet peeve. I’d never heard the term, and there weren’t any pets or animals in the story, so I asked my parents what it meant. They explained that it was something that annoys or frustrates people. I said it’d be funny to name a dog Peeve, so when someone asked what your pet peeve was, you’d answer "my … [Read more...]
Take Advantage of the Cat House on the Kings Twice-Yearly Open House
“With Cats, some say, one rule is true: Don’t speak till you are spoken to. Myself, I do not hold with that — I say, you should ad-dress a Cat. But always keep in mind that he Resents familiarity. I bow, and taking off my hat, Ad-dress him in this form: O Cat!' – Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot There's a lot of cool cats in the world, and many of them are looking for … [Read more...]
5 Ways to Keep Dogs Safe & Cool During a Heat Wave
With temperatures into the 110s in our forecast in the coming days, you are likely thinking about the condition of your a.c. unit, making sure you’ve got plans to go swimming, or making a meal plan filled with cold sandwiches and salads – but have you remembered Fido? As a pet-lover and owner of three rescue pups (and former foster of 25+ others), learning about pet safety and care is something … [Read more...]