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National Egg Day
Photo by Olga Burmistrova Are eggs safe to feed my dog and cat? The answer is yes, and no. Raw eggs can be dangerous for both cats and...
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BECAUSE OF JIM
Welcome to Because of Jim
Tips, Fun Facts, and More, all about Fur Kids.
From rescuer, foster mom, and companion animal advocate Gwen W Segal. She will share her insights and anecdotes about her life at Wild Serenity.
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May 23, 20221 min read
National Sun Safety Day
Today is National Sun Safety Day. Did you know that just like us, our dogs and cats can get sunburned, heatstroke, and skin cancer just...
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May 21, 20222 min read
Wait I Can't Swim
When we learn how to swim one of the first things we learn is to dog paddle, but did you know that there are dogs who can’t dog paddle....
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May 20, 20223 min read
National Rescue Dog Day
There are many types of rescue organizations, and not all of them are well funded and well connected. But one thing they all have in...
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May 19, 20222 min read
My baby's not a baby anymore
In yesterday's article, we said that female kittens can get pregnant by 5 months old. The time it takes a kitten to go from infancy to...
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May 18, 20221 min read
Important Things to Know About Kittens
Kittens can be spayed and neutered when they weigh 2 Lbs. which usually coincides with the 8-week point in their life. Females can go...
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May 4, 20221 min read
Another interactive toy
Recently we brought one of our fosters back to be fostered again for a little while so that her daddy can move and get their new place...
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May 3, 20222 min read
World Asthma Awareness Day
On World Asthma Day we need to know what asthma looks like in our cats. Recently our foster cat had a coughing fit. It sounded like she...
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May 1, 20222 min read
National Lyme Disease Awareness Month
This month is National Lyme Disease Awareness Month. As the weather gets warmer and we spend more time outside it is important to...
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Apr 29, 20223 min read
National Hairball Awareness Day
Three common domesticated animals are most affected by hairballs. You may be aware of cats getting hairballs, but did you know that...
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Apr 28, 20221 min read
National Kids and Pets Day
Most children love the idea of having a pet, but they may lack the understanding of what it means to bring another living being home....
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Apr 26, 20222 min read
International Guide Dog Day
Professionally trained guide dogs start their training as soon as they have been weened. The initial training can take 10-12 months. In...
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Apr 24, 20221 min read
The Velveteen Rabbit, My favorite Children's Book
This year is the 100th Anniversary of my favorite children's book. It is a story with a timeless theme that makes it relevant even today....
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Apr 23, 20222 min read
Lost Dog Awareness Day
How to keep your dog from getting lost Some of these tips may sound obvious but it never hurts to hear something twice. 1. Make...
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Apr 21, 20221 min read
National Bulldogs are Beautiful Day Fun Fact
Photo by L’amourART Bulldogs were the fifth most popular pet dog in the U.S. in 2013, according to the American Kennel Club statistics on...
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Apr 19, 20221 min read
Fun Fact- Friendly Genes
Genetics plays a role in friendliness. The friendly genes come from dad, but a friendly mom will most likely raise sociable kittens....
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Apr 16, 20221 min read
The Big Announcement is Here!
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Apr 12, 20222 min read
What does stress look like and what causes stress.
National stress awareness month. We all get stressed sometimes, and even happy things can be a source of stress. So, what about our fur...
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Apr 7, 20221 min read
How to Burrito your cat, and why!
National Burrito Day Burrito= little donkey (pack animal) When we wrap our babies up tight, we call it swaddling but you could also say...
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