Most people today will have at least a beer or two. I’d say the majority will have far more than two. If you’re one of those, please take my challenge to donate at least the cost of two beers to your favorite group helping in Japan.American Humane’s Red Star Group and WSPA are both helping…
Author: Bethany
Food-motivated though not food-aggressive bleeding heart animal lover and advocate. Views expressed do not reflect those of employers & may include bad words.
Save the Date! April 21, Meow Mixer!
Very exciting personal news–I’ll be taking the lead on Meow Mixers this kitten season for Washington Humane Society! I’m both thrilled and terrified I’ll make a cake of it. The first one is scheduled for Thursday, April 21 in the evening (likely 7-9 although the times aren’t nailed down yet). If you’re in the DC…
Changes
My boyfriend used to work a job that was mainly evenings/nights which meant Toby had his company during the day when I was at work, and at night when I was home. Toby has always been a friendly cat but not a lap cat by any means. When we say that he’s “cuddling” we mean…
ADHD, Anxiety, and Animals, Oh My!
You already know I have ADHD. Like most adult women with ADHD, the Hyperactive part of my ADHD expresses itself partially as anxiety. Unrelated to the ADHD I also have a condition called hyperekplexia (stiff baby syndrome for you medical folks) that results in me making little noises I call eeps that sound like a…
Another Toby Photo
Why I’m slow at cleaning
Aside from being easily distracted/overwhelmed by clutter due to my ADHD brain, Toby always gets extra cute and affectionate when I clean. So many flank rubs today! Plus, he figured out how to bat open the doors to our dvd storage! I keep trying to tell him that fetch will be more fun once I…
Disgrace at UC’s Veterinary School
You may have figured out from previous posts that referenced Jezebel that I’m a bit of a feminist. I shockingly think that, along with animals deserving decent lives, that people of any sex are equal–male, female, transgender, hermaphrodite–your genitalia do not affect your worth. I also have a great deal of respect for veterinarians.I love…
Kong question
Just for a quick survey of readers, please leave a comment whether you knew a Kong was an awesome interactive dog toy without clicking on the link or not. Jarrod had no clue what they were and thought I made up the word so I added a link to explain it. No wrong answers, just…
A Dog and His Man Save Neighbor
I came across a story on Jezebel tonight that I just have to share. It starts off bad but it gets better, I promise. On Thursday, a girl started screaming after being attacked in her yard. Agustin Zamora Jr heard the cries and ran outside, calling for his Great Dane, Scooby, to follow. They, with…
Cuteness is the way to start the new year
In the midst of my massive cleaning for the new year, Toby has decided to supervise. Yes, that is a shoebox top that he’s managed to climb into. Apparently Toby wants to be sure I don’t clear too much from the apartment!