Summertime ... It elicits memories and thoughts of great backyard barbeques and family and friends enjoying warm nights on decks and patios. You can almost feel the mist and cool water of lawn sprinklers and swimming pools. Taste the icy-cold drinks.
Summertime is "fun in the hot sun" and "making great memories while wearing flip-flops" ... But summertime can also be the season of natural disasters ...
Tornadoes, flooding, hurricanes, wildfires ... they most commonly rear their ugly heads during hotter summer months. Over the last few months, because of the COVID-19 Crisis, the need … (8 comments)
Our son, John, and his family recently added a new member to our family ... Lily. A sweet playful beautiful black puppy.
Lily is now Marilyn's and my "furry grandchild" and is quickly establishing her place in our lives. As with all our grandchildren, we can't wait to see her ... and it's an absolute "must" that we have a pup treat of some kind for her each and every time we do. I often find pup treat crumbs in my coat pockets these days.
In the pic here, Lily is sleeping on her favorite … (15 comments)
Head Over to the New Park 'N Bark Dog Park in Mokena
These days, it seems like dogs are everywhere!
For good reason. Did you know that ...
Dog ownership has grown 29% over the last decade? Multiple-Dog households grew at an even faster rate? The growth in the number of Dog Owners far exceeds our population growth? Millennials and Boomers lead the way in growth in dog ownership? There are many health benefits to be found for all those dogs (and their owners) during daily dog walks and playtime. But dogs receive benefits from playing with other dogs too. Pups are very social creatures. They run and play harder … (7 comments)
pets: Will County Residents Receive $40 Discount For Pets Spayed or Neutered in June, 2014
- 05/22/14 09:34 AM
Will County Residents Receive $40 Discount For Pets Spayed or Neutered in June, 2014 Will County residents that have their family pets spayed or neutered during the month of June (2014), can receive a $40 savings discount courtesy of the County of Will.
The discount, good for up to 2 animals per household, is for animals spayed or neutered between the dates of June 1st and June 30th, 2014. Eligibility for the discount(s) is based upon:
Owners must show proof of Will County residency Pets must reside with their Will County owner Pets must be registered with the Will County … (6 comments)
pets: Pet Safety on Halloween
- 10/11/12 05:28 AM
Halloween is associated with having fun. But having to rush a sick pet to the vet AFTER they've eaten Halloween treats or decorations isn't fun. This following post by Janis Borgueta, Key Properties of the Hudson Valley, entitled "Halloween Safety in Newburgh NY ... Keeping Our Furry Friends Safe on Halloween" contains important information and reminders for those that have pets themselves ... and also regarding the pets that tag along during others trick-or-treating ... no matter where you reside. Taking precautions and practicing common sense Halloween Safety is so very important to our pet's health ... as … (14 comments)
pets: Have a "Doggone" Good Time on Mother's Day at the Mokena, IL Heartland Service Dog's "Wag-n-Wash"
- 04/09/12 04:31 AM
Have a "Doggone" Good Time on Mother's Day at the Mokena, IL Heartland Service Dog's "Wag-n-Wash" Mom's "babies" come in all shapes, sizes ... and breeds! And what mom wouldn't love their "furry baby" to be washed, sweet-smelling, and blow-dried beautifully for their Mother's Day celebration?? Heartland Service Dogs of Mokena, IL is holding a charity dog wash this Mother's Day, May 6th, at I'll Be Doggone located at 9620B Willow Lane in Mokena, IL between the hours of 11 am to 3 pm. Appointments are necessary to take part in this charity event ... … (18 comments)
pets: Moving with Pets - Schaumburg IL Area in the Northwest Suburbs
- 10/14/11 04:13 AM
Lyn Sims (Schaumburg Real Estate, Northwest Suburbs, Re/Max Suburban) offers some very valuable information here for pet owners in the processing of selling their home to ponder ... or for those already on the move. We need to remember, the pets are moving too, so some care and pre-planning is needed to make their travel and transition to the new home as safe and stress-free as possible. Follow Lyn's great advice, and you'll accomplish just that. This is a great post to print up and keep handy ... or to pass on to clients. Thanks Lyn! Gene
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pets: Friday is Going to the Dogs! To bring a smile to your face ...
- 10/09/09 03:05 AM
Just had to post this today ... seemed like a Friday thing to do! This was sent to me courtesy of my good friend (and referral partner) Richard Stringham of Stringham Insurance Agency in Mokena, IL. The best "dog-gone" insurance man I know! Thanks Richard!
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