Tag: family pets
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Heartfelt Guidance for Coping with the Loss of a Beloved Pet
Get Pregnant Fast Recently, my family welcomed two new dogs into our home, Bella and Charlie. Both are black and white English setters, rescued from two different shelters located about 40 miles apart. These sweet souls have brought immense joy into our lives, and the extra time and patience needed to help them adjust has…
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5 Important Insights for Parents from Pet Owners
Get Pregnant Fast As a child, I vividly remember a holiday morning when my father took my little brother and me on a walk after opening gifts. Out of nowhere, our neighbor’s exuberant Irish Setter charged out of the house, excited to greet us. While the dog meant no harm, it knocked my brother over,…
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How Pets Shape Families
Get Pregnant Fast We’ve had to say goodbye to both of our dogs in recent years, and it was an incredibly tough farewell. They were not just pets; they were cherished members of our family. For nearly 13 years, they were an integral part of my life, my husband’s life, and our kids’ lives as…
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Embrace the Joys of Childhood Pets
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve always been the kind of person who believes that life is better with a furry (or feathery or scaly) friend by your side. That’s why our home resembles a mini zoo, complete with playful dogs, curious cats, and a turtle affectionately named Mr. Wiggles. I can’t resist the charm of a…
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Please Don’t Take My Pit Bulls Away From My Family
Get Pregnant Fast My partner and I are proud parents of two wonderful children, aged 13 and 10. We also share our home with two American Staffordshire Terriers, commonly known as pit bulls. These furry companions are more than just pets; they are integral members of our family. They engage in playtime, curl up beside…
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Navigating the Heartbreak of Saying Goodbye to a Cherished Dog
Get Pregnant Fast For over twelve years, Bella was my steadfast companion. From the bustling streets of San Francisco to the serene parks of Seattle, and through every twist and turn of life, she was my unwavering presence. She witnessed my breakups, welcomed my marriage, and even tiptoed around the arrival of my newborn. When…
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Helping Kids Navigate the Grief of Losing a Family Pet
Get Pregnant Fast It was a moment that changed everything. I dashed inside to grab some snacks, kids secure in the car, and left the back door ajar. I thought the gate to the rest of the house was closed, but I was mistaken. In an instant, my loyal German Shepherd, Max, and our energetic…
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Avoid the Kitten’s Gaze — It’s a Trap
Get Pregnant Fast Menu Parenting Avoid the Kitten’s Gaze — It’s a Trap By Sarah Thompson Updated: November 19, 2020 Originally Published: July 31, 2016 Our second child has always been enamored with animals. At just three years old, she named her baby doll “Pony,” and for the past eight years, she has cycled through…