Today is ‪National Pet Fire Safety Day ‬ sponsored by the American Kennel Club and ADT Security Systems. Our honorary firedog "Harley" is here to remind everyone that prevention and preparedness are key to your pet's safety. Check out our past blog post HERE for some tips, videos, and info on pet fire safety, pet oxygen masks, and how you can get your free pet window cling. And let's be safe out there. via FiveSibes: Siberian Husky K9 News & Reviews It is also Blog the Change for Animals Day.  Since last year we wrote about National Pet Fire Safety Day, we thought we'd share the link again this year above...and also use this day to talk about the Trooper Husky Rescue in Oneida, New York. Trooper Husky Rescue is a no-kill Siberian Husky and Malamute special needs rescue operation, taking in those with medical problems or special needs, including being heartworm positive, having diabetes, seizures, being a tripawd, etc. "We also...

Epi Book Update! Gibson's sister Bandit has been giving me a paw with editing! She's taking a conference call here to check on a grammar question! Spent time at my printer's yesterday reviewing books styles for the book and I am armed with several designs and am very excited! I am also working on an Email list to all those whose stories were submitted and are being included and will be sending out a test Email in the near future. I will also be posting a list of all Epi-dogs whose stories are to be included at a later date so those who submitted stories can check to be sure they are included. We are now paw-deep in the editing process and had to take stock out in Kleenex! Such poignant stories of beautiful and amazing dogs. Will keep updates coming! If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at ArcticHousePublishing(at)gmail(dot)com . * * * * * * * * * *    Just a friendly reminder that if you haven't entered your furkid in...

Today is my beautiful Mom's - the FiveSibes Hu-Nanny's - 92nd Birthday! She is such an amazing woman and has been the best, most loving mother, mentor, best friend, coffee-drinking partner, conversationalist, and my inspiration throughout my life. So many gifts she has given me throughout my life and still gives ~ love, understanding, support, and compassion. My Mom has always been an animal lover her whole life and a wonderful role model! Here's to you, Mom ~ Happy Birthday! And the FiveSibes say, "Wooooooo!" A Mother's Love A Mother's love can not be measured. it's a brilliant gem to be treasured.  ~Unknown

Harley Woo! Happy Fourth of July, America! We are wishing all our FiveSibes readers, our “The Sibe Vibe” Dog Works Radio show listeners, furpals, and their families a safe, fun, and happy Independence Day! Here is a short video of our Harley girl getting into the spirit with some patriotic eyewear! And here's the rest of the FiveSibes family joining in to say Happy Fourth of July! Gibson Wolf Chloe Bandit And what's a holiday without a parade? Here's a replay of our fun slideshow  featuring some (p)awesome and very festive furkids and furangels from across America who were featured in our 2011 "Patriotic Pets on Parade" video. We are sure you’ll recognize the FiveSibes, plus some other beautiful furpal faces here, including a few dear furfriends who have since journeyed away. We hope it will bring a smile to your face today. Enjoy!  Have a Happy & Saf...

Please remember that in the upcoming days there will be many Fourth of July activities going on across the U.S.A. and we should be considerate of our pets and how the sights and sounds of fireworks can affect them. Here are a few tips to help keep our pets safe so we can all enjoy a safe and happy holiday. Please be safe and have a very   Happy Fourth of July ! * * * * * * * * * I'd like to dedicate today's blog to two beautiful furpals who have now earned their silver wings... "Thunder" of The OP Pack ...And... "Mustang" Dakota Red of the Beck Family   While we are all watching the fireworks this July 4th, the two brightest, most colorful and beautiful displays will be these two shining Sibe stars letting us know they are celebrating North of the Rainbow Bridge , and will always be with their loved ones in spirit.

Woooooo! It's officially summer in the Northern hemisphere...a time of splashing in pools, barbequing delish foods, romping in the fields, playing in the surf, going for car rides, exploring on vacation, catching frisbees in the park, chasing bugs, eating ice cream, burying bones, snoozing in front of the fan, watching fireworks, and lazing in the shade.  It's also a great time to photograph our beloved canine companions doing what they like best doing the great Summer season. So let's have some fun together! Snap those great shots of your dogs and enter our "Summer Fun Canine Photo Contest!" We have some fab prizes and award certificates for our lucky winners! ( We apologize to all our kitty friends, but this one's for the doggies! )   Here's the Submission Rules: We'd love for you to follow (if you don't already) our blog here, our FiveSibes: Siberian Husky K9 News & Reviews page , and our Twitter page (@FiveSibesMom) , ...