Got Pets?

Sometimes, when browsing the Internet, I run across stories of people wanting financial assistance because they cannot afford their pets. There are some who would treat their animals better than they would care to treat themselves. I believe that the best thing that one can do is to take care of themselves before worrying about a pet. With that being said, I have to admit that there are now three dogs living in our home. My wife picked up our first dog in January 2003. I was working 60 hours a week and had just begun my MBA studies, so I understood that she wanted something there to keep her company. It wasn't until Zena began to get cataracts and develop total blindness that a search was underway for a companion for Zena (or, a replacement, if you will). Since Zena is blind, my wife looked to adopt a blind puppy and we lucked out when she found, after much searching, Avari. Zena began to get a little more life (although she is permanently blind) and Avari needed a playmate. Carmen is one day older than Avari and is of the same Australian shepherd breed, but Carmen is fully sighted (which gives her a distinct advantage at treat time) over the other two dogs in the house. In order to keep our costs low and the dogs happy, we make our own dog treats. We make both pumpkin treats and dehydrate meat (usually chicken). We probably spend $30 a month making our treats instead of paying $200+ purchasing them already made. If you are wanting to have a pet but not spend a fortune, look into making your own treats and giving them baths instead of always paying somebody else to do it for you. Have a great day!