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What Is A Tonic-Clonic Seizure In Dogs?
Happy Monday everyone! On the blog today…What Is Tonic-Clonic Seizures In Dogs? In a tonic-clonic seizure, the first, very short phase is the tonic. The dog will suddenly stiffen and collapse if standing. Next is the clonic phase, in which the muscles contract and relax rapidly. This is the type of seizure with which most people are familiar. It is often called a convulsion and represents the most common, generalized seizure type in dogs. Several years ago I came home to find my puppy...
Summer To Fall Table 2022
Happy Monday everyone! I’m starting to see fall decor out in the stores which is giving me all the fall feels! Fall is my favorite time of the year. I start spring and summer with a bang wanting to be outdoors working on my yard but then I start to crave fall weather abut this time. I love transition pieces that can transition you from summer to fall without breaking the bank and what better way to do that is to create a Summer To Fall Table! The table adds color, is already set for...
Vestibular Syndrome In Dogs And Cats
Happy Wednesday everyone! We know that dogs and cats can get ailments and sickness just like humans do but did you know they can suffer from Vestibular Syndrome. Vestibular Syndrome refers to a group of diseases that affect the balance system (also known as the vestibular system). Common signs of vestibular syndrome in dogs and cats include loss of balance, falling, rolling over, abnormal flickering of the eyes and general wobbliness. If you have suffered a dizzy spell or bouts of...
Spicy Shrimp Tacos with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw
Happy Monday everyone! This Spicy Shrimp Taco with Garlic Cilantro Lime Slaw is absolutely crunchy and delicious with fresh cut green cabbage, seasoned shrimp, with textures of crumbled Mexican cheese and creamy Cilantro garlic sauce! Not only is this recipe outstanding, it is Mr. TAL approved. Yes, I make Thomas taste everything and he said this was definitely blog approved :-). I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as we did and don’t forget to rate it if you try it! I always love your...
Smothered Chicken
Happy Wednesday everyone! It’s been a crazy two weeks for us with two recent deaths in the family and traveling but I still managed to cook some pretty delicious dinners. This Smothered Chicken dinner is generously layered with sautéed chicken, baby Bella mushrooms, green onions, mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses, and a flavorful buttery broth and then baked in the oven until cheese is melted and crispy around the edges! What is Smothered Chicken? Smothering meat, seafood or vegetables is a...
What Is Refeeding Syndrome?
Happy Wednesday everyone! I’m a big fan of Instagram but sometimes the images are quite graphic as they were this week. Seeing the many starved animals due to abuse is heartbreaking but it’s also made me aware of what Refeeding Syndrome means. I have never heard the term before and although I had some idea, I quickly did some research to find out more about it. I follow many amazing rescues and fosters who have taken these poor, sweet animals in and are doing amazing work to get them back...
10 Dog Sleeping Positions
Happy Monday everyone! I love watching Jake and Maggie sleep. They look and feel so safe and content and I love that. Are you like me and do you wonder what their sleeping positions actually mean? Did you know that your dog’s sleeping position can actually mean something? It can provide important information on how your dog may be feeling both physically and emotionally. Here are 10 Dog Sleeping Positions and the meaning behind the positions. 10 Dog Sleeping Positions 1. Sleeping...
Frozen Watermelon Treats
This is a re-post: I wanted to re-post this dog treat because it is so fresh and delicious and so fun to make. Try adding these Watermelon treats to your own fruit bowl or drink as well. Cooking on Mother's Day? Have a cookout and the pups can enjoy these frozen treats outside! Enjoy! Happy Wednesday everyone! Does your pup love watermelon? Then he will love this easy, whip in a blender, Frozen Watermelon Treat to enjoy on a hot summer day! Mr. TAL and I had a cookout this past...
Tips On Flying With Your Pet
Happy Monday everyone! Today on the blog we talk about Tips On Flying With Your Pet. Mr. TAL and I cancelled our trip to Asheville and had a staycation instead but are keeping our trip to Tennessee in September. We’ve talked about taking other trips which got me thinking about how I would never put Jake And Maggie on a plane. If we can’t drive with them, we don’t go but there are many people who do fly with their pets. When I was working my very first job at a consulting firm, I made...
Blackberry Delight
Happy Monday everyone!! I wanted to kick off the week with this delicious, buttery, sweet Blackberry Delight stuffed with fresh blackberries and baked until the phyllo dough turned golden brown with a light crisp in each bite! I sent Thomas to the store for me to get fruit asking specifically for blackberries and boy did he deliver! I got several containers (more than what I needed) and asked if it was a hint to make a blackberry pie. It was :-). But instead of a pie, I decided to use up...