Archive for September, 2007
We are fortunate and flattered to have been included in the current issue of Rocky Mountain Dog magazine, which is all about caring for senior dogs, a subject near & dear to our hearts.
In their article titled, “Honoring a pet who has passed,” they wrote:
Some dog owners have even had photos transformed into art.. even pop art based on a favorite pet photo make classic wall hangings, giving your beloved friend a permanent place in the home. One local company, Pop Art Pet, turns pet photos into whimsical works of customized art.
It goes on with more information about us and other artists who memorialize pets. It also makes other wonderful suggestions for keeping the memory of your dog alive, like making a donation that helps other animals in need at a national or local shelter.
We are very excited to be included in Rocky Mountain Dog, dedicated to bringing the Colorado dog community together by providing their readers with entertaining and informative articles, complete resource guides and a calendar of local dog events. It’s a great publication for us dog-lovers living in dog-friendly Denver. If you live in or around the mile high city, be sure and check it out!
When considering who to give your vote in out Pet Photo Contest, remember that beauty is NOT just fur deep. You should get to know the candidates better by clicking on each contestant’s image and a larger image will open up along with a little background information about them.
Some are quite amusing, all are heartwarming, and all should be considered so that you can make an informed decision.
Voting will go on through the 15th. Currently it’s a very close and very exciting race and we wish all the contestants the best of luck!
On Labor Day the 3rd Annual “Petco Unleashed” national finals Chihuahua races took place in San Diego!
15 tiny racers, both veterans and rookies – proudly representing Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Orange County, Calif., Phoenix, Sacramento, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle and Washington D.C.This year’s winner, Maddy, unseated last year’s champion, Tiger by a wet nose. She won a trophy, a one-year supply of dog food, a $300 PETCO Gift Card, and most importantly, bragging rights! PETCO holds the event to celebrate one of America’s favorite breeds of dog, and to encourage all animal enthusiasts to consider adoption as a first option when adding a pet to their family.
Well, it wasn’t easy.. we had SO many wonderful entries in our Pet Photo Contest, but we managed to narrow it down to a dozen adorable finalists!
Now it’s up to you to decide who wins the custom pet portrait from Pop Art Pet! Just visit our contest page to place your vote – you can vote once per day through September 15th.
In remembering Hurricane Katrina two years later, and the devastation it caused to the region’s pets, we feel the important thing to ask is what have we learned?..
Hopefully what we’ve learned is to be prepared for a disaster so that we have No Pet Left Behind. An article from AssociatedContent.com recommends the following to be prepared to care for your pets in a hurricane:
Just as you have a plan for your family, if you own pets you must have a plan that includes the care of your pets during a hurricane. During a hurricane you must always be prepared to evacuate and knowing how your pets will travel is essential. Leaving your pets behind is a recipe for disaster even if you have created a safe place for them. So prepare now for the day you evacuate and when you do take your pets with you.
Red Cross shelters and most local shelters cannot accept pets. Service animals are the only animals that are allow in Red Cross Shelters. If you are planning on evacuating to a local shelter during a hurricane, you must find shelter for your animals in advance. Do not wait until the last minute to do your research. Many rescue organizations also have pet shelters that operate during a disaster. Check on the requirements that these locations may have.
Contact the hotels and motels along your planned evacuation route on their policies about pets and the restrictions on size, number and types of pets. Remember someone’s boa constrictor is not the same as someone else’s miniature horse. Keep and updated list of pet friendly places including phone numbers and maps to them along with you other disaster information. If you know in advance that you will be evacuating make advance reservations.
If you will be going to a relative or other outside the area safe point make sure that they can accommodate your pets and their needs in advance. It is always best to keep family groups together, including your pets but be prepared to split the animals if the need arises.
Portable Pet Disaster Kit
Regardless of whether you are away from home for one day or for three weeks, you’ll need essential items for your animals. Keep these items stored just as you do for your family. Sturdy containers or large duffel bags make excellent kit boxes. The same things you and your family will need are needed by your pet.
- Medications and medical records and a first aid kit
- Current photos and id numbers in case your pets are lost
- Sturdy leashes, tie outs and carriers are essential to maintain control your animals in strange environments.
- Food, water, bowls, cat litter/box, and a can opener are all essential
- Pet Beds and toys if they can be moved easily
- If you are taking your pets to a shelter or to another person for care information on their feeding schedules, medicines and behavior problems along with the name of your veterinarian in case of emergency
Planning and preparation will enable you and your pets to evacuate quickly and safely. But remember just like people different animals react differently under stress. Outside your home area keep your animals tightly controlled. Do not leave your animals unattended anywhere they can get away.
If you must evacuate take your animals with you. Evacuate them to your prearranged safe locations, whenever you prepare to evacuate your family. Pets are a part of our families and our lives. Help to survive just as you would other members of your family.
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Also, you can get a FREE Pet Safety Pack from Care2.com. It includes stickers from the ASPCA, to put on your door or window to alert rescue workers that you have pets inside your home that need help in case of disaster. You can click here to sign up for your pack.
We have closed our pet photo contest to new entries and are now faced with the daunting task of choosing 12 finalists from our many adorable submissions.
Once we have done so, the finalists will be contacted via email, and their photos will be posted on our contest page for the world to see and to vote for their favorite!
Thanks & Good Luck to everyone who entered.
Stay tuned to see the finalists and don’t mis your chance to vote for the winner!
