FiveSibes #Flashback ~ Christmas Day 2015 ~ Pupters: Wolfie, Bandit, and Chloe   'Tis the season for Christmas in July memories! Some are so joyful, and others bittersweet. Christmas. morning 2015 is both. This was the first Christmas after my beloved Gibson earned his wings just nine days earlier, and my dear mother a month prior. I feel like that December was a blur. In some ways, it feels like just a year or two ago, not almost 11 years. Time is very surreal. This photo was taken on Christmas morning by the beautiful tree my daughter went and picked out and decorated in a different style just for me. Although I was physically there, I was filled with double grief over my losses. But this tree, surrounded by my family and our four remaining Huskies, was the spark I needed to push on. Even in loss, we can appreciate our blessings. I took solace in the fact that Gibson had to suddenly leave to keep an eye on my mother because that was my boy Gib; always looking out for m...

  July is National Ice Cream Month! Nothing says summertime more than cooling off with a delicious frozen treat. But,  is it okay to feed your dog ice cream?  Or,  is there something more canine-friendly to serve up?  An occasional lick or two of ice cream may be okay, but only if your dog is not lactose intolerant and does not have a medical issue such as diabetes, obesity, dairy allergies, gastrointestinal issues, etc. NOTE: For a dog with  Canine Epilepsy , a little bit of natural vanilla ice cream can be given post-seizure to help raise sugar levels, but  always check with your veterinarian , who is familiar with your dog’s health record, before giving any new foods or treats to be sure they are safe for your pet.  When it comes to ice cream, there are actually several reasons why you should RESIST giving it to your dog:  It’s made from milk. Many dogs are into...

FiveSibes #Flashback ~ July 2016 ~ Wolfie D id you know that July is National Blueberry Month? Who doesn't love those sweet, little plump berries? Even dogs enjoy them!  This post may contain affiliate links. Should you click on them and make a purchase, we could get a small commission on qualifying purchases *at no extra cost to you.     Is It Safe For Dogs to Eat Blueberries?  The short answer is, Yes! But, as with most things, moderation is key . *Always check with your veterinarian before giving your dog a new treat/food/fruit.*   Are Blueberries Good For Dogs?  According to the American Kennel Club (AKC) , "B lueberries are a great source of minerals, antioxidants, and more. This fruit is a healthy snack for both large and small dogs, and most dogs love them." Of course I had a purple berry strainer/storage containers in honor of my K9 Epilepsy Awareness (for my Epi-dog, Gibson, who loved blueberries!) I really like these containers, and I've had th...

Woo! 🎉 I'm so excited to announce that  GIBSON'S TREATS by Husky Coffee Company   are "Baaaaack" JUST for the month of July!  If you recall, Gibson's Treats debuted a year ago this month with a limited run. And now, they're back! The treats are named after my beloved wooly Siberian Husky "Gibson," who as many of you know, also lived with epilepsy and was a darling dog, a giant fluffy love bug, and an ambassadog for Canine Epilepsy awareness.  Once again, for each bag purchased of the treats named after my boy, Gibson, Husky Coffee Company will DONATE $5 to MUSH Rescue located in Atlanta, GA! (They do consider some out-of-state fosters and adopters with Husky experience). They also have a special treat for the treats--if you subscribe, you can continue receiving GIBSON'S TREATS even after July is over so you don't run out of your fave treats! AND ~  Husky Coffee Company will *DOUBLE* the donation on the first order!  I am also sharing this ...