Heart Like a Dog

The Good, the Bad, and the Oh My God of living with dogs!

Pet Blogger Showcase – June 17, 2017

By

How’s things been going? Here in the Northeast, Mother Nature is still in her menopausal stage, where she can’t make up her mind as to whether we are having spring or summer. Currently, we are in spring mode but wait a minute, that can change.

But, enough about the weather, let’s roll with my picks for this week’s showcase.

Photo by Alice Patterson via The Daily Dog Tag

Spotlight: Spencer the Goldendoodle at Myrtle Beach, by Beth at Daily Dog Tag – These photos were taken by Beth’s sister, Alice. I did not have the pleasure of meeting Spencer at Myrtle Beach but these photos make me wish I had.  They also make me wish I’d brought my dogs. One of my favorite photos (and memory) is when we went to Emerald Isle, NC with Sampson.

Photo courtesy of Lola the Rescued Cat

Catnip Nation – A Documentary About Feral Cats and the People Who Take Care of Them, by Lola the Rescued Cat – The magnitude of the Feral Cat population in this country simply astounds me. How can so many people feel that animals are disposable, and simply drop one off somewhere to fend for themselves?  Thank Dog (CAT?) there are so many people out there working tirelessly on behalf of these cats. Hopefully, this new documentary will help bring this societal issue into the forefront, and these cats and their wonderful caregivers can get some much needed support.

Photo courtesy of All Things Collie

They Bring Me Joy, by Kathleen at All Things Collie – This post was simple, and heartfelt, and the pictures accompanying it were so beautiful. It brought tears to my eyes, because I feel the same way about my dogs.

About the Pet Blogger Showcase

Twice a month, On the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, you have the chance to link up one of your blog posts to the linky party link-up. Then visit 3 other blogs that joined the party and leave a meaningful comment. Feel free to share with your followers on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, etc. Then each week the hosts will feature their favorite 3 posts from the previous Linky Party on the new party post.

Pet Blogger Showcase Rules

Share a pet specific post, past or present, from your blog in the linky below (be sure to link to your post page and not your home page). Family friendly posts only. (We love reading about other topics and niches, but posts that are not pet related will be deleted this includes any posts that don’t mention pets even if they are on a pet blog or if the post could pertain to pets.)
Spread the Love! Leave a quality comment(more than just a few words) on at least 3 other posts from the linky party. Tell them why you love their post, encourage them, share on social media.
Check back for the next linky party to see if you are featured on one of the hosts’ blogs.

*Note: By adding your post to the linky party you are giving the hosts permission to use an image from your post if your post will be a featured post on their blog to help encourage people to click through to your post. The image may be used individually or as a collage.

That’s it! No need to RSVP. No need to bring a covered dish. No need to add the linky to your post. No need to include a button. Just come join the party and PAWTY ON!



Pet Blogger Showcase – June 3, 2017

By

Welcome to this week’s edition of the Pet Blogger Showcase, and thank you to all of you who participated in the last one, and for waiting patiently to join us this week. I’m still trying to find a rhythm to my blogging, so thank you for hanging in there.

Let’s do this, shall we?

Can you believe this house is home to almost 100 cats? Photo courtesy of Lola the Rescued Kitty

A Haven For Cats on Long Island by Lola the Rescued Cat

A Kitty House!  Animal rescue is near and dear to my heart. Sadly, shelters can be a very traumatic place for some animals. Which is why I LOVE the idea of shelters/rescues having a homelike environment. We have a forty acre sanctuary not too far from me, and they have cottages that house the dogs and cats. I was thrilled to see that the Patricia H. Ladew  Foundation’s rescue is in a house. Oh my gosh. Go and look at the pictures. If I were a cat, I’d definitely want to live there.

It’s proven fact black dogs are hard to photograph, and also proven that a good photo gives a pet a better chance of being adopted. I’d say this guy has a really good chance. Photo courtesy of The Daily Dog Tag

Going to BlogPaws with Alice G. Patterson Photography, by Beth at the Daily Dog Tag

Beth’s website is always a showcase of photos. There are no half-assed photos (like this blog) there. This particular photograph was taken by Beth’s sister Alice, who attended BlogPaws with Beth. Alice doesn’t only photograph dogs either, she takes photos of all pets. The photos are amazing, as you can see for yourself.

On an aside, I was delighted when Beth introduced herself at BlogPaws, it was an added bonus for me. (Shame on me, for not reading her post BEFORE I left.) Still, I’m always open for nice surprises.

Sweet, sweet Shadow. Photo courtesy of In My Heart 4ever.

Creatures of Habit, Part 2 by Sue at In My Heart 4Ever

Sometimes changes in our lives dictate changes for our pets, but sometimes our pets aren’t open to that change. (I myself don’t care for change, so I totes get this.) Sue’s dogs told her loudly and clearly that they weren’t buying it. Check out her observations. Also, guess who won that one? 😉

Welcome to the Pet Blogger Showcase! This is the place for you to show off your favorite family friendly pet related posts, find other great posts to read, show some love to other bloggers and maybe be featured on one of the host blogs!

Meet the Hosts Behind the Showcase

Pet Faves– Living the pet lover lifestyle

Heart Like A Dog- The good, the bad, and the Oh My God of living with dogs

Felines Opines– The world from a feline point of view

Momma Kat and Her Bear Cat– The humorous and touching tales of a formerly homeless, yet always extraordinary, feline and his Momma, who’s just along for the ride.

About the Pet Blogger Showcase

Twice a month, On the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, you have the chance to link up one of your blog posts to the linky party link-up. Then visit 3 other blogs that joined the party and leave a meaningful comment. Feel free to share with your followers on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, etc. Then each week the hosts will feature their favorite 3 posts from the previous Linky Party on the new party post.

Pet Blogger Showcase Rules

Share a pet specific post, past or present, from your blog in the linky below (be sure to link to your post page and not your home page). Family friendly posts only. (We love reading about other topics and niches, but posts that are not pet related will be deleted this includes any posts that don’t mention pets even if they are on a pet blog or if the post could pertain to pets.)
Spread the Love! Leave a quality comment(more than just a few words) on at least 3 other posts from the linky party. Tell them why you love their post, encourage them, share on social media.
Check back for the next linky party to see if you are featured on one of the hosts’ blogs.

*Note: By adding your post to the linky party you are giving the hosts permission to use an image from your post if your post will be a featured post on their blog to help encourage people to click through to your post. The image may be used individually or as a collage.

That’s it! No need to RSVP. No need to bring a covered dish. No need to add the linky to your post. No need to include a button. Just come join the party and PAWTY ON!



Pet Blogger Showcase, May 6, 2017

By

Before we get to this week’s edition of the Pet Blogger Showcase, I want to let you all know that the NEXT Linky Party will be the first Saturday in June. It seems three or your four hosts will be at Blog Paws for the next party, and in order to keep our sanity, we’ve decided to take that weekend off. 🙂

I also might add, I’m looking forward to meeting them!

Are any of you attending? If so, be sure to look me up. I’ll be the loud red-head with the wine glass in my hand. 😉

Now, on to this week’s showcase…

Barley and Rye, courtesy of Travels with Barley

Relax! (Or How I Trained My Dogs To Rest On a Mat) by Beth at Travels with Barley – Is your dog mat, trained?  Sampson definitely is, and Delilah is, but only when she wants to be. 🙂 In our house, we use the term, “place” and I’ve heard some people refer to it as “spot”, but whatever you choose, having your dog trained to go a certain spot, can come in right handy. In this post, Beth explains exactly how she taught both Barley and Rye to use their mat.  As you can see from the photo, they don’t seem to  mind it at all.

Cricket executes a thorough search. Photo courtesy of Wag ‘N Woof Pets.

A Dog’s Nose Never Forgets by Jan at Wag ‘N Woof Pets – Have you tried Nosework with your dog? Sometimes the weather just doesn’t cooperate for outdoor exercise. We all know, a tired dog is a good dog, but did you know that mental stimulation can tire a dog out just like physical exercise can? Jan has graduated her dogs to Birch smells, but you can play this game with food too. Check out Jan’s post and see how much Cricket and Luke enjoy this game.

Leo is in CT and looking for his forever home. Photo courtesy of Animal Shelter Volunteer.

Leo’s Sunday Selfies by Animal Shelter, Volunteer Life – Siriusly, look at THAT face! He’s absolutely adorable, and he’s in CT, and looking for his forever home. To find out more about Leo, check out Animal Shelter’s post.

Welcome to the Pet Blogger Showcase! This is the place for you to show off your favorite family friendly pet related posts, find other great posts to read, show some love to other bloggers and maybe be featured on one of the host blogs!

Meet the Hosts Behind the Showcase

Pet Faves- Living the pet lover lifestyle

Heart Like A Dog- The good, the bad, and the Oh My God of living with dogs

Felines Opines– The world from a feline point of view

Momma Kat and Her Bear Cat– The humorous and touching tales of a formerly homeless, yet always extraordinary, feline and his Momma, who’s just along for the ride.

About the Pet Blogger Showcase

Twice a month, On the 1st and 3rd Saturday of the month, you have the chance to link up one of your blog posts to the linky party link-up. Then visit 3 other blogs that joined the party and leave a meaningful comment. Feel free to share with your followers on Facebook, Pinterest, Twitter, etc. Then each week the hosts will feature their favorite 3 posts from the previous Linky Party on the new party post.

Pet Blogger Showcase Rules

Share a pet specific post, past or present, from your blog in the linky below (be sure to link to your post page and not your home page). Family friendly posts only. (We love reading about other topics and niches, but posts that are not pet related will be deleted this includes any posts that don’t mention pets even if they are on a pet blog or if the post could pertain to pets.)
Spread the Love! Leave a quality comment(more than just a few words) on at least 3 other posts from the linky party. Tell them why you love their post, encourage them, share on social media.
Check back for the next linky party to see if you are featured on one of the hosts’ blogs.

*Note: By adding your post to the linky party you are giving the hosts permission to use an image from your post if your post will be a featured post on their blog to help encourage people to click through to your post. The image may be used individually or as a collage.

That’s it! No need to RSVP. No need to bring a covered dish. No need to add the linky to your post. No need to include a button. Just come join the party and PAWTY ON!



Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...