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Living Life with Pets: Tips and Tales for Baby Boomer Animal Lovers
Welcome to the Pets section of BabyBoomer.org, where animal lovers unite. This part of our site is dedicated to exploring the joys and responsibilities of pet ownership, with a special focus on the interests of the Baby Boomer Generation. Discover a range of articles, heartwarming podcasts, and helpful resources that cover everything from pet health and nutrition to tips for traveling with your furry companions. Whether you’re a seasoned pet owner or considering adding a new member to your family, this section is your go-to for advice, stories, and support in the wonderful world of pets.
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Due to the recent devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the Southeast USA, and in honor of October being Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month and National Animal Safety and Protection Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show focuses on how to help pets, and grieving pet parents, …
Due to the recent devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the Southeast USA, and in honor of October being Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month and National Animal Safety and Protection Month, this episod…
Due to the recent devastation of Hurricanes Helene and Milton in the Southeast USA, and in honor of October being Adopt-a-Shelter Dog Month and National Animal Safety and Protection Month, this episode of Big Blend Radio's "Pet Connection" Show focuses on how to help pets, and grieving pet parents, after the hurricane disasters.NON-PROFITS TO SUPPORT:- https://www.humanesociety.org - https://bestfriends.org/ - https://furkids.org/ - https://animalcenter.org/ PLUS, CHECK OUT BIG BLEND'S "HEALING AFTER HELENE" ONLINE MUSIC & BOOK EVENT + WEEKLY PODCASTS: https://blendradioandtv.com/lis…
Find Out What Your Pet is Thinking! Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Find healing by watching this curated playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7judgDzhkAWCZJ-C6vyjjJem-WR6pg7t&si=KCH1XQI0MRoQPSWyHave you ever wondered what your pet is thinking? Pamela Miller, who is an animal co…
Find Out What Your Pet is Thinking! Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Find healing by watching this curated playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7judgDzhkAWCZJ-C6vyjjJem-WR6pg7t&si=KCH1…
Find Out What Your Pet is Thinking! Grieving the loss of a beloved pet? Find healing by watching this curated playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL7judgDzhkAWCZJ-C6vyjjJem-WR6pg7t&si=KCH1XQI0MRoQPSWyHave you ever wondered what your pet is thinking? Pamela Miller, who is an animal communicator, a psychic medium, and a Reiki practitioner for both humans and animals, hears and feels the thoughts of the animals she encounters, including animals who are sick, injured, or in need of help. After 25 years of teaching, and many, many signs from the Universe, Pamela retired, and in this…
Have you ever wondered what your pet is thinking? Pamela Miller, who is an animal communicator, a psychic medium, and a Reiki practitioner for both humans and animals, hears and feels the thoughts of the animals she encounters, including animals who are sick, injured, or in need of help. After 25 y…
Have you ever wondered what your pet is thinking? Pamela Miller, who is an animal communicator, a psychic medium, and a Reiki practitioner for both humans and animals, hears and feels the thoughts of…
Have you ever wondered what your pet is thinking? Pamela Miller, who is an animal communicator, a psychic medium, and a Reiki practitioner for both humans and animals, hears and feels the thoughts of the animals she encounters, including animals who are sick, injured, or in need of help. After 25 years of teaching, and many, many signs from the Universe, Pamela retired, and in this heartfelt episode, Irene chats with Pamela about what is was like to see spirits during her childhood, how she telepathically communicates with animals, why she says that if you don't answer the call, the Univers…
When it comes to our furry companions, choosing the right dog food can feel overwhelming in this consumer age of variety. Our dog’s nutrition is just as important as ours if we want them to live a long and healthy life.With so many brands available, I thought sharing my thoughts on comparing dog f…
When it comes to our furry companions, choosing the right dog food can feel overwhelming in this consumer age of variety. Our dog’s nutrition is just as important as ours if we want them to live a l…
When it comes to our furry companions, choosing the right dog food can feel overwhelming in this consumer age of variety. Our dog’s nutrition is just as important as ours if we want them to live a long and healthy life.With so many brands available, I thought sharing my thoughts on comparing dog foods would be beneficial. And Piper weighs in too.Quote of the day: “Once you have had a wonderful dog, a life without one is a life diminished.” Dean KoontzIt took me 20 years to finally cajole my husband into getting a dog. And what’s the one thing I hear daily? “Piper is the …
By Linda Ballou, NABBW’s Adventure Travel Associate Native American Pottery found in Santa Fe’s El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe (Native American Cultural Museum) located on Museum Hill. Photo courtesy Linda Ballou. Sheltered in the foothills of Sangre de Christo Mountains, Santa Fe has served as a…
By Linda Ballou, NABBW’s Adventure Travel Associate Native American Pottery found in Santa Fe’s El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe (Native American Cultural Museum) located on Museum Hill. Photo courte…
By Linda Ballou, NABBW’s Adventure Travel Associate Native American Pottery found in Santa Fe’s El Museo Cultural De Santa Fe (Native American Cultural Museum) located on Museum Hill. Photo courtesy Linda Ballou. Sheltered in the foothills of Sangre de Christo Mountains, Santa Fe has served as a resting place for travelers for centuries. It has become a cradle of creativity for artists of all stripes. With over 250 art galleries representing art from around the globe, the most ardent collectors will find the perfect piece to take home. The Spanish conquistadors who arrived in Santa Fe in t…
All about Soul Touched by Dogs - free live masterclasses, The Weekly Treat newsletter, the podcast and more - at https://soultouchedbydogs.comA Journey of Fostering: Love, Loss, and Lessons In this episode of the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, I engage in a heartfelt and enlightening conversation wit…
All about Soul Touched by Dogs - free live masterclasses, The Weekly Treat newsletter, the podcast and more - at https://soultouchedbydogs.comA Journey of Fostering: Love, Loss, and Lessons In this ep…
All about Soul Touched by Dogs - free live masterclasses, The Weekly Treat newsletter, the podcast and more - at https://soultouchedbydogs.comA Journey of Fostering: Love, Loss, and Lessons In this episode of the Soul Touched by Dogs Podcast, I engage in a heartfelt and enlightening conversation with Cindy, a passionate dog lover and rescuer, living near Minneapolis, Minnesota. Cindy shares her deeply personal journey of coming into the world of dog fostering, starting with her accidental adoption of a dog named Snuka during college. We explore the emotional rollercoaster that fostering can be…
Image via DALL-EEven in the 21st century, many people are getting on with technology. Their dislikes of modern tech can vary wildly, from finding it annoying to downright despising its use by those who can’t go everywhere. In the w…
Image via DALL-EEven in the 21st century, many people are getting on with technology. Their dislikes of modern tech can vary wildly, f…
Image via DALL-EEven in the 21st century, many people are getting on with technology. Their dislikes of modern tech can vary wildly, from finding it annoying to downright despising its use by those who can’t go everywhere. In the working world, quite a few company owners hate having to depend on tech within their business. In the digital age, when most things are conducted via a computer or smartphone screen, achieving career success is ten times harder.That’s why you need a few tips to keep things simple if you’re a busi…
Pets: dogs, cats, birds, horses, goats, hamsters, snakes, lizards, fish. I could go on and probably not cover all of the creatures that make it into our hearts and lives. For these we will grieve. Our grief will match the intensity of our connection to the animal. (I’m going to use the word animal…
Pets: dogs, cats, birds, horses, goats, hamsters, snakes, lizards, fish. I could go on and probably not cover all of the creatures that make it into our hearts and lives. For these we will grieve. Our…
Pets: dogs, cats, birds, horses, goats, hamsters, snakes, lizards, fish. I could go on and probably not cover all of the creatures that make it into our hearts and lives. For these we will grieve. Our grief will match the intensity of our connection to the animal. (I’m going to use the word animal but I am referring to all the creatures that enter our lives and take up residence in our hearts.) For some of us, our pets are our children. For some, they are our working companions. And for others, they are service animals or emotional support. Our grief for those that get into our lives and hea…
Building a strong bond with your furry companion is more than just a desire—it's an opportunity for personal growth and transformation. In this enlightening episode, I sit down with Brady Foulk, a dedicated dog trainer passionate about empowering both puppies and their owners to achieve harmony at…
Building a strong bond with your furry companion is more than just a desire—it's an opportunity for personal growth and transformation. In this enlightening episode, I sit down with Brady Foulk, a d…
Building a strong bond with your furry companion is more than just a desire—it's an opportunity for personal growth and transformation. In this enlightening episode, I sit down with Brady Foulk, a dedicated dog trainer passionate about empowering both puppies and their owners to achieve harmony at home and beyond.Brady shares his journey from struggling with his first dog to becoming an expert in canine behavior, obedience, and emotional support training. His insights reveal that dog training is as much about the owner as it is about the pet.Key takeaways from this episode:- Discover why you…
Host, Wendy Green reflects on her harrowing experience during Hurricane Helene, which struck Greenville, South Carolina and Western North Carolina, and the challenges she faced in ensuring her family's safety and preparation. The discussion delves into the importance of emergency preparedness, parti…
Host, Wendy Green reflects on her harrowing experience during Hurricane Helene, which struck Greenville, South Carolina and Western North Carolina, and the challenges she faced in ensuring her family'…
Host, Wendy Green reflects on her harrowing experience during Hurricane Helene, which struck Greenville, South Carolina and Western North Carolina, and the challenges she faced in ensuring her family's safety and preparation. The discussion delves into the importance of emergency preparedness, particularly for older adults who may have unique needs and limitations.This episode serves as a wake-up call, urging listeners to evaluate their own readiness for emergencies and develop a solid plan before disaster strikes, rather than scrambling at the last minute.Wendy shares her personal stories and…
Key HighlightsWhen workers leave frequently, work output decreases. This can make other workers unhappy and result in higher costs for businesses.To determine the actual cost of workers leaving, consider direct costs, such as hiring new workers, and indirect costs, such as lost productivity.Feeling …
Key HighlightsWhen workers leave frequently, work output decreases. This can make other workers unhappy and result in higher costs for businesses.To determine the actual cost of workers leaving, consi…
Key HighlightsWhen workers leave frequently, work output decreases. This can make other workers unhappy and result in higher costs for businesses.To determine the actual cost of workers leaving, consider direct costs, such as hiring new workers, and indirect costs, such as lost productivity.Feeling tired from work and not receiving enough praise are vital reasons why workers choose to leave.A balance between work and personal life and vital recognition programs can help keep the best workers.To see if retention plans work, monitor the remaining employees and compare this number to industry sta…
All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.comMy Fur Baby Wrote This Book: Candid comments from a pet's POV - Love stories from their owners (Pets & Pawthors Book 1)Get the book at https://mybook.to/furbabybook In this heartfelt conversation, I chat with Christine Passo, a fellow do…
All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.comMy Fur Baby Wrote This Book: Candid comments from a pet's POV - Love stories from their owners (Pets & Pawthors Book 1)Get the book at ht…
All about Soul Touched by Dogs at https://soultouchedbydogs.comMy Fur Baby Wrote This Book: Candid comments from a pet's POV - Love stories from their owners (Pets & Pawthors Book 1)Get the book at https://mybook.to/furbabybook In this heartfelt conversation, I chat with Christine Passo, a fellow dog lover, about the unique process of co-authoring a book centered on our deep connections with our pets. Christine shares the emotional journey that led us to contribute our stories to this book project, inspired by the love and lessons our dogs have imparted upon us. We delve into how grief and lov…