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REFLECTIONS – TIME FLIES AND LIFE CHANGES
Time flies and life changes quickly!
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Celebrating the pets of Las Vegas and the people who love them!
It is always a privilege and a joy to publish each issue but the September October issue always represents a meaningful milestone for us. This year represents our 11th year of publication. We always pause and acknowledge this milestone. It’s a time to take a deep breath, review and reflect and then move on. These reflective pauses are important. Looking back is always nostalgic; we’ve covered a lot of issues and topics. When we reflect on the past eleven years two words come to mind – time and change. Carl R. Rogers said What is most personal is most universal and often our personal thoughts, feelings and experiences reflect the feelings and experiences of other people. I’m going to share a few of my personal feelings and experiences about time and change.
TIME » We often hear the expression how time flies. The phrase probably comes from literary references: Shakespeare - “the swiftest hours, as they flew,” and Alexander Pope, “swift fly the years.” Eleven years is a long time and yet they’ve flown by swiftly. Recently I read a Facebook post by Richard Paul Evans, author of The Christmas Box, and he asked “where does the time go? This is what is means to be a father, to know that one day I would turn around and my little girl would be gone. She’s grown up and I miss her”. I relate to his reflections as a mother, grandmother and also as a pet parent. October 1, 2014 was Gotcha Day for my cat Rowdy. He was a cute kitten, rambunctious and lived up to his name. He batted and chased balls around the house in true soccer ball style. He was curious and always getting into mischief. Turn around and the kitten is gone. He’ll be 50 in human years in October. Getting him to play is a challenge. I love the adult cat who loves to cuddle but I miss the playful kitten. Yes, swift fly the years – take time now to cherish and enjoy your pets.
CHANGE » Life is continually changing. Our areas of interests change as our lives change Looking back, I realize how many topics we covered. I read all the articles and found them interesting and informative. Recently though I realized that since adopting a cute little dog, my interest level has changed. It’s been a long time since I had a dog and though she’s a sweetheart she has some issues. I’m rereading the articles on training dogs to help me to be a better pet mom to her. She’s come a long way, well actually, I’ve come a long way! [Side note: all of our previous issues are on our website]
Time flies and life changes quickly!
Pet people have a unique relationship with time; they are keenly aware that a sad fact of life with pets is that they age at a very rapid pace. Agnes Sligh Turnbull aptly summed it up: “Dogs’ lives are too short, their only fault, really”. In spite of this sad and painful reality people continue to fall in love with pets. They open their hearts and homes to them and fully embrace them as family. The brevity of their lives makes their love and companionship even more precious.
We celebrate the pet people of Las Vegas; we look forward to hearing from you – we love your pet photos and stories. We love you!
Fido says, “Sit, Stay!” (It works when humans say it!)
My friends all call me Fido It’s a common doggie name, But after you read my poems You’ll see I’m not the same!
The truly gifted staff At the Vegas Pet Magazine, Have asked for my opinion On this month’s chosen Theme.
Let’s start with my parents Tony and Sandy Pipes They chose me for their very own Over dogs of many types! They feed me twice a day It’s always really good food, This keeps me slim and healthy And contributes to my good mood! They know the kind of toys I like And keep me well supplied, These are the most appreciated When I’m told to stay inside! And each & every evening We take a nice long walk, We plan this time specifically To laugh, sing, and talk! The most important gift I’ve saved to the last, They give me so much love A very easy task!
PETS Las Vegas
An extremely popular feature in each issue, our Pets of Las Vegas section has featured over 2,500 PETS since our premier issue in 2011. In addition, we create a photo album on our Facebook Page for our Facebook friends to enjoy! WE LOVE OUR PETS!!
COCO PARIS
CHAMP & BLOOSOM SARAI AND HAWK
COCO SHENELL JAZMINE RUGER MR. WRUGGIES SIMON JACK
LIL ROO JAZZY NUIT BUDDY WINNIE
SNOWIE SIR BENTLEY KHALEESI LIZZY, SISSY & TURBO
PENNY JUICE GIZMO KODA
PETS Las Vegas One photo per family please! Show Off Your Pet! Email: info@lvpetscene.com By submitting a photo, you are giving Las Vegas Pet Scene Magazine permission to use the photo in our magazine, emails, and social media/facebook.
MAVIS WILMA BIRDIE SALEM
NORTH SIUMO MADDIE KASHI
CHOUJI ALELI MOOSE, JETER & PEACH SPOT
KIWI & PANDA PANCAKE DOLLY
MAVERICK BLACKIE & GIZMO MAX PICKLE
MUNING
TANK HEIDI YUKI GIDGET ROSIE
DON GRIGIO & LUNA BELLA MILO KEIJI MINTAKA
BOOTS JACK & JILL MINNIE & MARLEY CHICA
MAXX LOUIE CHEVE DOLCE & VITA
PETS Las Vegas One photo per family please! Show Off Your Pet! Email: info@lvpetscene.com By submitting a photo, you are giving Las Vegas Pet Scene Magazine permission to use the photo in our magazine, emails, and social media/facebook.
HALLOWEEN
Pet Safety Tips
NO SWEETS. Your dog or cat may beg for some Halloween candy but remember that chocolate is harmful in any amount. Be careful about diet candies - the ingredient Xylitol is in many sugar-free treats and is a serious danger for pets. Another popular Halloween treat to avoid for pets is raisins.
CANDY WRAPPERS, such as tin foil and plastic, can get stuck in your pet’s digestive track and make them ill.
BE CAREFUL ABOUT CANDLES AND LIGHTED JACK-O LANTERNS. They can easily be
knocked over by a swinging dog’s tail or by a curious cat.
KEEP YOUR PETS INDOORS ON HALLOWEEN NIGHT. Animals are at risk for cruel
treatment by Halloween pranksters. Spooked pets can get lost. Microchip and tag them in case they get out.
COSTUMES ARE OPTIONAL - If your dog or cat doesn’t want to wear a costume, don’t force the issue. A costume should never confine, constrain or aggravate your pet. Watch for loose parts and chewing hazards.
BE CAREFUL OF GLOW STICKS. Great for child safety but they pose hazards for pets. They contain DBP, a chemical though considered low in toxicity some studies have shown that it causes problems and organ damage in younger pets. The inner glass vial and plastic casing create other complications such as choking.
