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.

Dress in Blue for Colon Cancer Awareness

Today is dress in blue day for Colon Cancer Awareness. Over 200,000 people are diagnosed with Colon cancer every year. But did you know...

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Mar 4, 20222 min read

World Wildlife Day

We have been hearing about domesticated rabbits being put out to fend for themselves. Unlike cats and dogs who should also never be put...

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Mar 3, 20221 min read

International Rescue Cat Day

You don’t have to look far or hard to find a cat that needs rescuing. We have rescued kittens from unwanted litters, cats who managed to...

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Mar 2, 20222 min read

Blood Disorder Awareness Month

Fun Fact Photo by Fabricio Trujillo from Pexels Did you know that cats have 3 different blood types? Type A, Type B and Type AB. Cats do...

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Mar 1, 20221 min read

Rare Disease Awareness Day

We are at the end of the month and today is Rare Disease Awareness Day. I unfortunately know a few people who suffer from rare diseases...

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Feb 28, 20222 min read

Tell a Fairy Tale Day

Freddy Gets a Forever Home By Gwen W Segal Mr. Plumber had a cotton field. On the edge of the cotton field was a little house. In the old...

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Feb 26, 20223 min read

Pistol Patent Day/Gun Violence and Animal Abuse

Of all the things I could have picked to write about, why would I choose pistol patent day? The answer Animal abuse and gun violence are...

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Feb 25, 20222 min read

I Hate Coriander Day

Many of us are not big fans of Coriander or the leafy part Cilantro. But did you know that coriander can be added to your cat, dog, or...

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Feb 24, 20221 min read

National and International Dog Bisuit Day

Easy as Peanut Butter Dog Treats Full of flavor, no added sugars or fat. I made these for Coal, our dog for his Bark Mitzvah. He loved...

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Feb 23, 20221 min read

World Spay Day- Cats

Because of Jim advocates for Spay and Neuter. There are benefits to both sexes and to fur parents. Did you know that a cat in heat can...

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Feb 22, 20221 min read

World Spay Day- Did You Know?

Today is world Spay Day! Because of Jim advocates for Spay and Neuter. There are benefits to both sexes and to fur parents. Did you know...

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Feb 22, 20221 min read

National Walking the Dog Day -Sweet Potato

It's also Bake a Sweet Potato Day and guess what? They are good for your dog! Something dog owners should do every day! It's National...

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Feb 22, 20221 min read

World Spay Day- Rabbits

Today is world Spay Day! Because of Jim advocates for Spay and Neuter. There are benefits to both sexes and to fur parents. Did you know...

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Feb 22, 20221 min read

Happy Presidents Day Fun Facts

Though he never lived in the Whitehouse George Washington was an avid dog lover and was responsible for the introduction of the fox hound...

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Feb 21, 20221 min read

National Love Your Pet Day

How do you show your fur kids that you love them? There are many things we do that are small acts of love. We feed them food that is good...

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Feb 20, 20222 min read

Tug toys for Kittens

Tug games with kittens and cats are a little different than they are with dogs. One of the best toys I ever had was a polyester shoelace...

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Feb 19, 20221 min read

National Caregivers Day

When we think of caregivers, we usually think of caring for a sick or elderly parent, or a child with a disability. But what about the...

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Feb 18, 20222 min read

Tug of War Day

Tug games can be a great way to bond with your dog and help him build confidence. It can also teach your dog impulse control. When you...

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Feb 17, 20222 min read

National Cabbage Day

Cabbage is a cruciferous vegetable high in vitamin c, anti-inflammatory properties and cancer fighting properties. It is also a great...

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Feb 17, 20221 min read

Do a Grouch a Favor

Today is do a Grouch a Favor Day Have you noticed a change in your cat’s behavior? Is your dog suddenly growling for apparently no...

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Feb 16, 20222 min read

BECAUSE OF JIM

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Dress in Blue for Colon Cancer Awareness

World Wildlife Day

International Rescue Cat Day

Blood Disorder Awareness Month

Rare Disease Awareness Day

Tell a Fairy Tale Day

Pistol Patent Day/Gun Violence and Animal Abuse

I Hate Coriander Day

National and International Dog Bisuit Day

World Spay Day- Cats

World Spay Day- Did You Know?

National Walking the Dog Day -Sweet Potato

World Spay Day- Rabbits

Happy Presidents Day Fun Facts

National Love Your Pet Day

Tug toys for Kittens

National Caregivers Day

Tug of War Day

National Cabbage Day

Do a Grouch a Favor

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