Potbellied Pigs

While I was growing up there were just two ways to get out of my neighborhood. In my little-kid system of landmarks, I kept track of the two directions like this: One way took us by my elementary school. The other way took us by the house with the potbellied pig. As a...

Spring Cleaning: The Pet Edition

Most people aren’t thinking about spring in February, but if you’re in Georgia, chances are that spring is on your mind. As the weather warms up and spring blooms begin to show, it’s a great time to unearth some of your pet’s favorite corners...

Making Friends with Shy Cats

As a life-long cat enthusiast, I have many early memories of instantly befriending a friend or neighbor’s cat. As soon as I walked into a room and saw a cat, I loved it and wanted to pet and cuddle it. Unfortunately, for most cats, this level of enthusiasm from...

Pet Adoption: Avoiding Scams

Pet owners have a strong emotional response when it comes to animals. Unfortunately, scammers prey on these emotions to get money. When you know the warning signs of typical pet scams, you’ll be less likely to fall victim to one. Educate your friends and family...