Close Encounter of the Bear Kind

Bear in Laclede County, MO  Photo: Danny Smith

The dog daddy made a quick run to town a couple of days ago and came home with a whopper of a story.  He saw a bear up close and personal.  Seriously.

About a mile and half from our home there's a huge dip, then rise in the road.  From a distance, Gary was what he thought was an extremely large and hairy dog.  He slowed down, as good dog lovers do.  As he approached the "dog" he couldn't believe his eyes.  The "dog" was a bear.  About 12 foot from the car.

The bear jumped off the road and into some weeds.  Needless to say, Gary didn't attempt to rescue this "dog."  Instead he came home and called the local sheriff's office.  His was the second report of the bear and according to Missouri Conservation Department officials, the bear was probably disoriented and trying to find it's way home.

Since then, the bear has been sited in the nearest town.  So far no one has harmed it and it has harmed no one either.

It's been identified as a black bear, though it's actually more brown in color, and is probably a cub.  We can't help but wonder if some local yah-hoo had a pet bear cub that got lose.  (People do that sort of thing here)

Animal Lover Fun at PetsLady.com

Thanks to Pinterest and BlogPaws, I recently discovered PetsLady.com and I'm glad I did.  Among other things, I'm pretty sure I need a set of puppy dog corn on the cob holders, but more about that in a moment!

PetsLady.com is a fun and informative website for animal lovers.  A team of folks focus on providing the latest news and interesting articles about pets, including unbiased reviews and recommendations on everything you need for your pets.  They also feature cool, unique gift ideas for animal lovers.

The main sections of the PetsLady.com web site are:

• Latest Animal News and Stories
• Fun Stories for Animal Lovers
• Pet Care - Tips and Information
• Great Pet Products
• Cool Stuff To Buy Animal Lovers

PetsLady.com is an easy to navigate site that is simply chock full of information.  Begin exploring and you'll find it hard to stop.   On a recent visit I learned about Barn Owls inhabiting the Smithsonian, enjoyed seeing the rare site of a pair of white deer, cheered about the legislative ban of private possession of exotic animals in Pennsylvania, and smiled a lot at beautiful animal photographs, as well as good pet advocacy news.

I also added quite a few things to my personal shopping list.

Here's where those puppy dog corn on the cob holders come in.  You see, I couldn't help myself from click, click, clicking to read more in this treasure trove of fun and funny gift ideas for pet lovers and barking good dog (and cat) products.  I'm thinking I might need to follow up on the toaster that adds paw prints, too.

PetsLady.com obviously scours the web for the best.  They then tell you all about it and where you can go to purchase it.   Dog and cat beds, wormers, toys, and so much more.   I took one look at the Go-Go Dog Pal and now am trying to convince the Dog Daddy that we need one for Rudy.  [It's remote-controlled chipmunk on wheels for a dog to chase at up to 35 miles per hour.]

Fetch PetsLady.com right now, bookmark it, then take some time to explore and enjoy.  You'll also find a pretty fabulous feature article about my For Love of a Dog Jewelry which came as a complete surprise to me!  

What's not to love?  PetsLady.com  - news, information, tips and just dog-gone fun!. 

Dog Song Saturday: Singing Animals Jeep Commercial

It's Saturday, so time for a dog song from For Love of a Dog.  However, today we bring you singing animals instead of a song about dogs.  Sorry, but we couldn't resist this classic Jeep Liberty commercial and we're hoping you'll count the canine as a dog.

No, we get no reimbursement or financial incentive from Jeep.  Nope, we don't even own a Jeep.

Sit.  Stay.  Grab a dog.  Relax.  Smile.  And sing along.  Then scroll down and visit some really cool dog blogs because this is a blog hop!

Help Children Who Love Animals

Would you like to lend a hand to children who love animals. Here's a great idea: the Fresh Air Fund is in need of host families for this summer. Host families are volunteers who open their hearts and homes to children from the city to give a fresh air experience that these disadvantaged children never forget. For more information visit the Fresh Air Fund on the web.

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Dog Gifts

Have you seen our darling leash hook featuring a three dimensional Cavalier King Charles Spaniel? So cute!

For Love of a Dog offers handmade art jewelry and gifts in specific dog breeds, mixed dog breeds, cats and horses!

New customer discount coupon code: enter FLDNEW at checkout to receive 10% off your entire purchase plus free standard shipping.

Bull Terrier Dog Gifts

Bull Terriers are such wonderful dogs and so cute in our handmade art jewelry. Shown above is a necklace featuring a Bull Terrier dog pendant combined with gemstones. Hand cast little art sculpture and so darling!

For Love of a Dog offers specific dog breed and mixed breed dog jewelry and gifts. New items and breeds are added often.

New customer discount coupon code: enter FLDNEW at checkout to receive 10% off and free standard shipping!

Cairn Terrier Gifts

Was Dorothy's dog in the Wizard of Oz a Cairn Terrier? I always seem to think so. :-)

At For Love of a Dog we offer Cairn Terrier dog jewelry and gifts. How about a necklace featuring a handmade Cairn Terrier pendant? Or a three dimensional Cairn Terrier leash / robe hook? Terrific gifts for a friend or a treat for yourself!

Visit For Love of a Dog - specific dog breed and mixed breed art jewelry! Be sure to use our new customer discount coupon code: enter FLDNEW at checkout to receive 10% off your entire order plus free standard shipping.

Mardi Growl Maskgrrrade Ball

It's Fat Tuesday and it's time to party hardy with the
Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation's first ever

Mardi Growl Maskgrrrade Ball (for humans)

Join fellow animal lovers for a night of creativity and fun for a good cause.
Enjoy fabulous food, drinks, decadent desserts and an array of auction items.

Plus a few surprises!
Tuesday, February 24, 20095:30pm - 8:30pm
Simpson House 4509 Walnut, Kansas City, MO
To order tickets visit them on the web.
Dress is business casual.

Bring your own decorated mask or create one on-site with all the feathers and sparkle you can glue on for only $5
Come join the fun and raise money to help combat puppy mills!

Wow! If I didn't have this bum leg of mine, this is a party I wouldn't miss!
Woof! Woof!
Tucker