Purple and Paws Socks’ Four Year Adoptiversary
Four years ago this month, I brought Socks home.
The Ballad of Socks and Riri
A few months ago, my sister adopted a Chihuahua named Riri. My sister wanted to get Riri settled in to her new life before she met up with her new cousin and finally, after weeks of getting used to her cushy new living arrangement, my sister brought Riri over for some bonding time.
How I Helped My Dog Lose 15 Pounds
I adopted Socks back in October of 2014. He weighed about 60 pounds when I took him in for his first vet visit. Fast forward two years later when I brought him in because he was limping. He hopped on the scale and the bright red numbers flashed 75.
How to Take Your Dog to the Park
Some of you reading this title might think I’ve lost my mind. Of course I know how to take my dog to the park. I’m not an idiot, Jessica. I know you know to take your dog to the park. Grab the leash, escort your four-legged pal into the car, drive, and voila. You’re at …
How to Dog-Proof Your Home
We’ve all heard of baby-proofing, the experience parents go through when they bring their children home and have to make the house as safe as possible. But did you know you should also be dog-proofing your home? Dogs need protection just like babies. Here are some easy ways to help keeps your four-legged pal safe …
My Worst Dog Mom Moment
I’ve only been a pet parent for four years and I’m proud to say I haven’t had too many pet parent fails. But, as other dog owners will tell you, life is not entirely smooth sailing when you have a dog. Mistakes are made and accidents happen. Read on for my worst dog mom moment …
Happy Earth Day
Okay, I’m a day late, but still. As someone who tries to live the most eco-friendly life possible, I appreciate how Earth Day (hopefully) makes more people sit up and take notice of the carbon footprint they leave. As a pet owner, it’s also important for me to help my dog, Socks, be as eco-friendly …
What I Learned Taking a Pet CPR Class
Back in December, I took a Pet CPR class. This was something I’d been thinking about doing for a long time, especially after I adopted Socks. I knew very little about pet cpr and realized that if Socks started choking or became injured, I had no idea what to do aside from rushing him to …
Valentine Tribute to My Dogs
Today is Valentine’s Day. I’ve been single a long time and I used to be one of those people who went around proclaiming how much they hate Valentine’s Day and how it’s just a scam by the card industry, blah, blah, blah. But now I’ve come to realize that Feb 14th isn’t just about romantic …
My Dream
As a little girl, I loved dogs. My family didn’t have one but every time we visited my extended family, I loved romping with and petting their four-legged fur babies.