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Wednesday, October 31, 2012
Tuesday, October 30, 2012
Monday, October 29, 2012
Save your hair
Would you believe this bracelet is made of hair?
It's a Victorian snake coil bracelet with 14 karat yellow gold and garnets and a woven hair band, approximately 14" total length by 1/2" wide, snake head 2" long. For sale here.
Hair jewelry was the height of the romanticism and sentiment that characterized the Victorian era.
Watch chains and bracelets often show the most ingenious hair weaving techniques with more than one color of hair often used, as perhaps a chain given by three daughters to their father.
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It's a Victorian snake coil bracelet with 14 karat yellow gold and garnets and a woven hair band, approximately 14" total length by 1/2" wide, snake head 2" long. For sale here.
Hair jewelry was the height of the romanticism and sentiment that characterized the Victorian era.
Watch chains and bracelets often show the most ingenious hair weaving techniques with more than one color of hair often used, as perhaps a chain given by three daughters to their father.
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Sunday, October 28, 2012
Saturday, October 27, 2012
Friday, October 26, 2012
NOT a mouse
Looks like a mouse: Has a mousy tail. And certainly its ears are Mickey-like. But it's no rodent.
This resident of the Riozoo in Rio de Janeiro is a Brazilian gamba (opossum), specifically the Big-Eared Opossum.
Photo: Vanderlei Almeida, AFP/Getty Images / SF
Thursday, October 25, 2012
Misleading names
Are white rhinos really white?
Are Australian Shepherds from Australia and Baltimore Orioles from Baltimore?
Are Guinea Pigs really pigs from Africa?
Check the article (and photos) at the Huffington Post: 8 Creatures With Misleading Monikers
Are Australian Shepherds from Australia and Baltimore Orioles from Baltimore?
Are Guinea Pigs really pigs from Africa?
Check the article (and photos) at the Huffington Post: 8 Creatures With Misleading Monikers
Wednesday, October 24, 2012
Howl-o-Ween Pet Safety Tips
#1: Keep your Pet away from the front door.
Keeping your Pet in a separate room during the trick-or-treating hours is best. At an open door, dogs in particular, may feel the need to protect their home & humans and may bite your bizarre-looking visitors. Your Pet may also become frightened and dart out through the open door.
#2: Be careful of Pets around candles and lit pumpkins.
Pets are attracted to bright lights in a darkened room. Candles can be easily knocked over, spilling hot wax onto furniture and carpet, and potentially causing a fire. Curious kittens especially run the risk of getting badly burned.
#3: Keep your Pet inside.
There are plenty of stories of vicious pranksters who have teased, injured, even stolen Pets that are left in their yards or allowed to roam outside on this night.
#4: Do not give your Pet candy.
#5: Do not take your cat or dog with you in the car while your kids go trick-or-treating. It can be very frightening to a Pet to sit in a dark car while scary creatures of every size and shape walk by. Furthermore, your normally friendly Pet can become aggressive & protective and lash out at a friendly ghost or witch. For the safety of your Pets, leave them at home, inside where they are safe. #6: Ensure decorations cannot be pulled down. An item that is pulled off could seriously hurt your Pet if the decoration was pulled down on top of them. And with some decorations they could become entangled. Source |
Tuesday, October 23, 2012
Baby chicken hat
This is a handmade to order chicken hat. Great for photo prop or just for fun. Made from 100% cotton and Alpaca yarn. Available at etsy.
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Saturday, October 20, 2012
Can sheep be cute?
You bet they can!
Look at these cute little guys ...
I saw the photo at Content in a Cottage, but didn't believe anything that cute could really be real.
They're Valais Blacknose, a breed of domestic sheep originating in the Valais region. It is a coarse-wooled breed from Switzerland kept primarily for meat. Both rams and ewes are horned.
Look at these cute little guys ...
I saw the photo at Content in a Cottage, but didn't believe anything that cute could really be real.
They're Valais Blacknose, a breed of domestic sheep originating in the Valais region. It is a coarse-wooled breed from Switzerland kept primarily for meat. Both rams and ewes are horned.
Friday, October 19, 2012
Thursday, October 18, 2012
Wednesday, October 17, 2012
Tuesday, October 16, 2012
BeeBee the Chihuahua
BeeBee was born on the Fourth of July with the kind of abnormality that could have crippled a lesser dog.
With no shoulder blades, BeeBee can’t put any weight on her front legs or straighten them. Yet, BeeBee refuses to let her handicap stop her from living life to the fullest.
BeeBee has always been a beloved visitor at Alpine Living Center in Thornton, Colorado but now that she has a specialized wheelchair she roams the nursing home halls all by herself cheering up everyone she meets!
Watch BeeBee in action:
With no shoulder blades, BeeBee can’t put any weight on her front legs or straighten them. Yet, BeeBee refuses to let her handicap stop her from living life to the fullest.
BeeBee has always been a beloved visitor at Alpine Living Center in Thornton, Colorado but now that she has a specialized wheelchair she roams the nursing home halls all by herself cheering up everyone she meets!
Watch BeeBee in action:
Guest Post: How to Live With Pet Allergies
Ken Stanfield is a passionate blogger who spends his time researching and writing about respiratory health, healthcare and humanitarianism. He has also been a dog lover for most of his life. He writes currently for the nebulizer systems supplier, JustNebulizers.com.
Adapting to Animals: How to Live With Pet
Allergies
For most pet owners with allergies, the benefits of living
with animal companions outweigh the negative impacts of their allergies. After
all, pets are often just as close and valuable to people as their human family
members are. Whether you’re recently diagnosed with pet allergies or have been
fighting through them for many years, this article should give you some helpful
advice on how to reduce the allergens in your home and create an even better
relationship with your furry friend.
The Truth
Don’t believe the marketing hype—allergen-free dogs and cats
simply don’t exist. Neutered cats and short haired or hairless dogs might emit
less allergens than other animals, but the allergens will still be present to
some degree. In fact, one poodle might cause a greater allergic reaction in a
prospective owner than another poodle from the exact same litter. It’s
important to spend a little bit of time with a few prospective pets before
choosing if it’s at all possible.
Eliminating
Allergens
Now that we’ve established that all pets produce allergens
and that there’s no avoiding them entirely, the only possible option becomes
clear: you’ll have to work around allergens and reduce them when you can. If
you’re dedicated to your pet, think about swapping carpets out with hardwood
floors or linoleum. Also, reduce the amount of upholstered furniture in your
home. Doing this will help keep your pet’s hair from getting collected. In
addition to these steps, make sure that your pets are bathed and groomed
regularly. If possible, have someone do this for you so that any of the fur
pulled loose doesn’t irritate your allergies. Healthy pets emit less dander, so
make sure that your animals are on a healthy diet and have their own designated
sleeping areas as well. Whenever possible, wash your hands thoroughly after
petting your animals. If you’re still having problems, you might invest in a
HEPA air filter for your home.
Additional
Tactics
You might have already looked into it, but it’s still worth
mentioning: make sure your pet is the actual reason for your allergies.
Eliminating other allergens in your home such as dust, mold and certain foods
will go a long way toward your respiratory health as well. As allergens build
up, your body has a harder time of fighting them individually. If it’s only
dealing with a little pet dander, your life should be considerably easier. You might also consider not allowing your
pets into your bedroom to create an allergy-proof sleeping environment for
yourself. Clean your home as often as possible and avoid strong scented
products or any cleaning solution that contains perfume. Make sure your central
heating and air units are well maintained by a professional.
There are, of course, other factors to consider when
simultaneously living with a pet and living with allergies. Making small
changes in the way you care for your pet and maintain your home should go a
long way toward making your life easier. There’s absolutely no need to give up
your furry friend or give up hope. Just explore these suggested avenues to
greatly reduce the amount of pet allergens in your home.
Monday, October 15, 2012
Art by Andy Singleton
Andy Singleton is
a paper artist and illustrator based in Wakefield, England.
His work is an exploration of the natural and man made world through intricate paper cuttings, paper sculpture and hand drawn illustrations.
Andy has produced work for variety of clients, including the Crafts Council, Liberty, Hermés, Kensington Palace, Seifried and Mack, DDB Australia, The Hepworth and Lazerian, producing varied work for site specific installations, window displays, illustration, brand graphic, apparel and interiors.
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His work is an exploration of the natural and man made world through intricate paper cuttings, paper sculpture and hand drawn illustrations.
Andy has produced work for variety of clients, including the Crafts Council, Liberty, Hermés, Kensington Palace, Seifried and Mack, DDB Australia, The Hepworth and Lazerian, producing varied work for site specific installations, window displays, illustration, brand graphic, apparel and interiors.
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Sunday, October 14, 2012
Saturday, October 13, 2012
Friday, October 12, 2012
Thursday, October 11, 2012
Careful what you eat!
Man dies after bug-eating contest
A feast of cockroaches and worms was the last meal for the winner of a bug-eating contest.
Edward Archbold, 32, of West Palm Beach, was "the life of the party," stuffing handfuls of insects into his mouth with about 30 other contestants vying for the grand prize of an $800 python at the Ben Siegel Reptile Store, Broward Sheriff's investigators said.
Shortly after the contest was over, Archbold wasn't feeling well and began to regurgitate. He collapsed outside the store and later died at a hospital, investigators said.
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Pet Portraits by Joy Malin
Joy Malin is an artist who has created many pet portraits over the past three years and has gained recognition for her work by The New York Times.
Joy is dedicated to providing health care for dogs and donates a percentage of her income from pet portraits to animal rescue organizations.
Visit Joy's website to see some of her past animal portraits, and consider ordering a Holiday Pet Portrait if you're looking for a great holiday gift.
Joy is dedicated to providing health care for dogs and donates a percentage of her income from pet portraits to animal rescue organizations.
Visit Joy's website to see some of her past animal portraits, and consider ordering a Holiday Pet Portrait if you're looking for a great holiday gift.
Wednesday, October 10, 2012
Make your own dog biscuits
If you are like most dog owners your 4-legged friend is part of the family and as such you might want to make him some treats. The treats at the grocery store are full of preservatives that are great if you want your dog treats to last for years, but why not make some yourself that will last a couple of weeks on the counter or a few months in the freezer. With ingredients found in your pantry and about 10 minutes of your time you can have some healthy dog treats in the oven.
The recipe is available at Summer Nanny ...
Thanks for the tip, Emma!
The recipe is available at Summer Nanny ...
How to Make Your Own Dog Biscuits
Thanks for the tip, Emma!
Shhhh! Nap time
It had been 23 years since a baby Gorilla was born at North Carolina Zoo when on August 4th, "Bomassa", a healthy male, was born to 12-year-old "Jamani".
The rare births are cause for celebration not only for N.C. Zoo but also for the entire Gorilla Species Survival Plan (SSP®), the group responsible for the long-term sustainability of the western lowland gorilla population in North American zoos. With these births, the Gorilla SSP moves closer to its target population size of 360 individuals in 52 zoos.
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Tuesday, October 9, 2012
Oh, how nice - Thank you!
Just received the following, wonderful email ...
Thank you - how nice to be recognized!
Julie
Hi Julie,
I am pleased to inform you that The Pet Blog has been recognised for excellence due to the contribution its top quality editorial offers the pet health world.
KwikMed are a leading health (care) provider and and are regularly covered in the mainstream national press for their professional, modern approach to healthcare. They are one of just two fully licensed online pharmacies in the USA. This year, our specialist panel of judges have reviewed hundreds of different sites from across the internet before hand-picking the very best for each category. The Pet Blog is among the elite selection of awardees that our judges felt made a real contribution to the pet health category and you can see your site in lights here:
http://www.kwikmed.org/36-exceptional-pet-health-sites/
Please accept my warmest congratulations, as well as our appreciation of your continued hard work and excellent quality editorial. I hope it continues for many years to come! We’re rolling the awards out fully with our members soon and hopefully it will bring some deserving attention your way.
There are some great winners on the list, including some sites that have less exposure than your site does, and were selected by our judging panel for their unique perspective and contribution. It would be great for all if you let your readers know where they can find some great resources on pet health by linking to the awards. Either way it would be great to hear from you.
Once again, I would to send you my congratulations for your well-deserved recognition.
Best regards,
Lily
Thank you - how nice to be recognized!
Julie
Sunday, October 7, 2012
Friday, October 5, 2012
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Red squirrel populations wiped out in northern Italy
Scientists say there are no red squirrels in a 1,150 sq km area of Piedmont after invasive greys took hold in the region. On the edge of this large region, the species is also under threat from the incursions of grey squirrels.
If the spread of the grey squirrel continues unchecked, the species could spread as far as France, the scientists fear.
Grey squirrels were introduced into Italy relatively recently, in 1948. They were a gift from the US ambassador and kept in Turin, but escaped into the wild and rapidly colonized the surrounding area.
Grey squirrels are not only more aggressive than the native European red squirrel, which causes them to invade red-dominated areas and take over, but they also carry a deadly virus, the squirrel pox. While greys are largely immune to the virus, it is lethal to red squirrels, which typically die within one or two weeks of being infected.
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If the spread of the grey squirrel continues unchecked, the species could spread as far as France, the scientists fear.
Grey squirrels were introduced into Italy relatively recently, in 1948. They were a gift from the US ambassador and kept in Turin, but escaped into the wild and rapidly colonized the surrounding area.
Grey squirrels are not only more aggressive than the native European red squirrel, which causes them to invade red-dominated areas and take over, but they also carry a deadly virus, the squirrel pox. While greys are largely immune to the virus, it is lethal to red squirrels, which typically die within one or two weeks of being infected.
Source
Wednesday, October 3, 2012
Dog Survives 11-Mile Ride Wedged in Car's Grille
This Sept. 20, 2012 photo p[rovided by the East Providence, R.I., Animal
Control Center shows a female poodle mix that animal control officers
removed from under a car's front grill. The dog survived an 11-mile ride
from Taunton, Mass., to East Providence after darting into the street.
The driver slammed on the brakes, but didn't see the dog and continued
driving. Authorities are trying to locate the dog's owner.
AP Photo/East Providence Animal Control Center
Source
AP Photo/East Providence Animal Control Center
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It's a porcupette!
Born September 4, at Chester Zoo, this is Noko, an African Crested
Porcupine.
Porcupines are herbivores, feeding mostly on leaves, twigs, herbs, pine needles and thin tree bark, which they remove with their sharp, strong teeth.
Source
Tuesday, October 2, 2012
eEEuuuuwwwww ......
70-year-old Oregon farmer eaten by his hogs
On Wednesday morning, Terry V. Garner, a 70-year-old Oregon farmer, went to feed his animals. Several hours later, when he hadn’t returned, a family member went to look for him and found, on the ground of the hog enclosure, his dentures.
Further investigation of the enclosure by the
family member revealed that the hogs, which each weighed about 700
pounds, had nearly completely eaten the farmer, although some body parts
were strewn about the enclosure.
Source
Monday, October 1, 2012
Guest Post: Tips for pet care
This guest post was provided to you by Vet Medic. Vet Medic offers
identical products that you obtain from your vet and have a wide range
of Frontline and Drontal products and also offers you to talk to certified
veterinary pharmacists if you need any advise or help for free.
These are some of the
basic things essential for ensuring that your pet remains fit and healthy.
Pets are important members of the family. They require care
in order to be happy and healthy. If you
are a new and proud owner of a cat or a dog, you ought to read the article.
Following these tips will ensure that your pet will live a very happy life.
Drink and Food
You need to ensure that your pet is given fresh water every day. Do not feed cat food to dogs or dog food to cats. Feeding the pet twice a day is optimal for its health. Younger kittens and puppies should be fed three or four times a day.
You need to ensure that your pet is given fresh water every day. Do not feed cat food to dogs or dog food to cats. Feeding the pet twice a day is optimal for its health. Younger kittens and puppies should be fed three or four times a day.
Medical help
Providing your pet with a natural supplement daily will do wonders to boost its immune system. Supplements can help your pet to resist minor diseases. Keep ticks and fleas away by using a natural health solution.
Providing your pet with a natural supplement daily will do wonders to boost its immune system. Supplements can help your pet to resist minor diseases. Keep ticks and fleas away by using a natural health solution.
Exercise
Ideally, dogs need exercise twice a day. If you can’t provide exercise twice a day, make sure you allow it to exercise at least once in the evening. If you have a secured backyard, allow your pet to play in it. You can get your daily dose of exercise by playing with your dog. Cats, too, need frequent play to keep them healthy and active.
Ideally, dogs need exercise twice a day. If you can’t provide exercise twice a day, make sure you allow it to exercise at least once in the evening. If you have a secured backyard, allow your pet to play in it. You can get your daily dose of exercise by playing with your dog. Cats, too, need frequent play to keep them healthy and active.
If you think your cat
or dog is getting fat, cut down its food. If you notice a lack of appetite,
call your veterinarian. You can also get online
vet help.