Yearly Archives: 2008

Let me begin by saying that, as a pet rat owner and fancier, I detest the mill-style breeding that Rainbow Exotics practices. As a result of these conditions, as well as the treatment of animals seen … Read More

Sam, 149579 Sam is a very smart and affectionate dog who was surrendered as a puppy in October 2007- his owner was moving and needed a place to bring Sam, his mom and four siblings. Sam … Read More

I was thinking of pets that I have now and pets that I have loved and lost and I wanted to share a special story of how wonderful animals are, how heart wrenching their passing can … Read More

You’ve got a puppy. Congratulations! Now is the time to prevent behavior problems in adulthood. Many serious issues can be prevented by properly raising your pup. More dogs die each year in the United States due … Read More

One of the first things that you will think about when planning to keep pet fish is where you are going to position the aquarium in your home. The most obvious concern will be to find … Read More

You have probably seen hundreds of them sitting in small plastic cups in various pet stores and you may have had a few Betas of your own, each one swimming gently in a little tank that … Read More

By OTTB, I mean, of course, an Off the Track Thoroughbred. In other words, a retired racehorse, like my Ember, aka Embrace Reality, pictured below. OTTBs can excel in most disciplines, are generally inexpensive compared to … Read More

I cringe every time I see a dog wearing a barking collar, particularly the type that delivers a painful shock to a dog’s neck. These collars are stronger than many people think. When I put a … Read More

I was out walking my dogs out back near the creek the other day, letting my dogs walk with me offleash, when they spotted another dog about their size in the horizon. Maxxie immediately started to … Read More

In case you haven’t noticed, I would like to point out that I finally got off my *you-know-what* and upgraded all “LVR” series of blogs to the latest wordpress version 2.5+ series, and gave each a … Read More

Species Details
Adult size: 3″
Origin: Sumatra and Borneo
Sexing: Females are larger and plumper while males show brighter colors
Care level: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding method: Egg-scatterer
Breeding potential: Moderately easy
Tank conditions and care
Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
pH: 6.0-8.0
Temperature: 22-26′C

Description
Tiger barbs are very attractive fish and are often recommended to beginners as they […]

Species Details
Adult size: 3#8243;
Origin: Sumatra and Borneo
Sexing: Females are larger and plumper while males show brighter colors
Care level: Easy
Diet: Omnivore
Breeding method: Egg-scatterer
Breeding potential: Moderately easy
Tank conditions and care
Minimum tank size: 20 gallons
pH: 6.0-8.0
Temperature: 22-26#8242;C

Description
Tiger barbs are very attractive fish and are often recommended to beginners as they […]

You’ve made the decision to adopt your next pet, and you’ve located a nearby shelter. Now what? You’ll need to choose a companion for up to the next 15 to twenty years from up to several … Read More

Murphy, 153905 Goood Morning! As you can tell, I was woken up just prior to this photo being taken! I am a spunky and opinionated kitty who would do best in an adults-only home as I … Read More

If you remember my introduction, you will recall that I have two cats. Both are kitty litter trained and although I know how to toilet train them, neither of them are. The main (and probably only) … Read More

If you’ve decided to add a small mammal like a rabbit, rat, or hamster to your family, the next step is to choose between adopting a rescued or rehomed pet, or purchasing from a reputable, responsible … Read More

Fish tanks are available in a wide variety of sizes, shapes and materials. Before you purchase your first aquarium it is important to consider how different designs will affect your fish. Aquarium size In terms of … Read More

Would you like to teach your horse to lie down on command? How about improving your mare’s flying lead changes, or testing a young horse’s jumping potential without needing to place a rider on his back? … Read More

Public Service Announcement Angel’s Haven’s Day Care – First Annual Help For Homeless Friends Fundraiser Where: Angel’s Haven 2121 Ferndale Road Oak Bluff, Manitoba When: Saturday, 14 June 2008 The party starts at 1:00 pm, BBQ … Read More

Public Service Announcement YARD SALE at D’Arcy’s A.R.C. (Animal Rescue Centre) Where: 1793 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, Manitoba When: Saturday, June 14th, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Sunday, June 15th, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Rain or … Read More

I have just completed upgrading this blog to the latest wordpress version 2.5+ including the upgrade of many plugins and changed it to the “LVR” series network template!
This was a major upgrade to our MySQL database and certain plugins were not compatible and new ones were added .. so if you see anything kooky […]

I have just completed upgrading this blog to the latest wordpress version 2.5+ including the upgrade of many plugins and changed it to the #8220;LVR#8221; series network template!
This was a major upgrade to our MySQL database and certain plugins were not compatible and new ones were added .. so if you see anything kooky […]

My wife and I married in a Medieval Themed Style wedding back in the summer of 2002. Our only Papillon dog (at the time), Maxxie, played a major part in it. It was an outdoor wedding … Read More

I am pleased to announce that this blog has finally been upgraded to the latest WordPress version 2.5 and now sports the latest “LVR” series network template design. As this is a major upgrade to the … Read More

I have completed my upgrade of this blog to the latest wordpress version 2.5+ and everything that comes with that. It is a major upgrade from what was here prior to this day, and many plugins and the MySQL database has been upgraded as well. I have als…

I am pleased to announce that this blog has finally been upgraded to the latest Wordpress version 2.5 and now sports the latest #8220;LVR#8221; series network template design.
As this is a major upgrade to the MySQL database and many plugins were also updated, if you see anything #8220;kooky#8221; happening, please let me know in […]

The first tool any terrier owner will need is a collar/leash or halter. Terriers are independent, high-energy dogs and being restrained is not their favorite mode. But for their safety and that of others a sturdy … Read More

You know it really bugs me when people say things like, “All pitbulls are bad around kids” or “No pitbulls should ever be around children.” The majority of my pitbull experiences have been with them around … Read More

Greetings!
Well, as you can tell from the immediately preceding post .. it has been a while since this site has been updated.
Well, I have finally upgraded this blog to the latest wordpress version 2.5, added our new network template and upgraded all of the plugins and database and pages behind the scenes.
I hope to […]

Greetings!
Well, as you can tell from the immediately preceding post .. it has been a while since this site has been updated.
Well, I have finally upgraded this blog to the latest wordpress version 2.5, added our new network template and upgraded all of the plugins and database and pages behind the scenes.
I hope to […]

Smokey, 152740 Smokey is a very sweet and personable cat who has a deformed right front leg- an xray revealed he lacks a bone in his forearm. His uniqueness sets him apart from the pack- he … Read More

Over the last few years, I have noticed the trend of purchasing pets from pet stores has gradually shifted to purchasing pets from breeders. More and more pet stores have moved away from selling larger pets, … Read More

Wouldn’t a goldfish in a fish bowl be a cute gift for your six-year-old? It’ll teach her responsibility and be a source of constant entertainment. It’s a classic, seen in movies, comic strips, and children’s books … Read More