We're fostering a sweet little JRT named Sandra. Will update later with a link to her profile on PetFinder.

Today is a very special day because it's the anniversary of us adopting sweet Ruby, also known as a Gotcha Day. We welcomed Ruby home two years ago today. What I said a year ago still applies. I love my sweet girl so much and I look forward to many many more Gotcha Days to come. Extra treats tonight Ruby!

A very informative Marketplace episode on what goes on behind the scenes at pet stores that sell dogs. Of course, I recommend checking Petfinder.com FIRST, since that's how I found my sweet Ruby. There are so many amazing pets available for adoption. Many of them are pure breeds that were given up by their previous owners for reasons not pertaining to the dog or its behaviour. I cannot believe anyone would have given up my sweet Ruby, she's the perfect dog! And it's sad to think that there is a chance that some of them will be put down if they can't find a home. So please, consider adopting instead of buying. Watch the entire episode online.

Check out The Hydrant and create your own custom collars and leashes. All items are "hand made with love" and a portion of all purchases goes to the Boston Terrier Club of Canada Rescue. We like!

Looking for a gift for someone who has everything? Or are you just feeling generous this holiday season? Here are a few ideas:

• Contribute To Animal Rescue
• Protect 10 Shelter Dogs with Vaccinations
• Protect 10 Shelter Cats with Vaccinations
• Help Animal Victims of Natural Disasters
• Help spay or neuter a dog
• Help spay or neuter a cat
  
• Help a Cat Get to the Vet
• Spay/Neuter Four Pets in Rural America
• Care for Two Rescued Rabbits

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