Fur Fun and Beyond Pet News

Every pet that’s shared my life has been a rescue — including Oreo and Mia, who remind me daily how much love, patience, and joy second chances can bring. They’re living proof that when you open your heart to a rescue animal, you gain far more than you give.

Through Fur Fun and Beyond, I want to share timely information and practical solutions to everyday challenges so pet owners can help their furry companions live the healthy, happy, and secure lives they deserve. From hydration and nutrition to play, comfort, and care — every post is written with real-world experience and deep respect for the bond between people and their pets.

I hope you’ll find something useful, encouraging, or inspiring in every post — and that together, we can make life with our rescue pets more joyful, less messy, and a whole lot more fun.

Pet News

Dog using a treat puzzle and cat resting in a window hammock in a bright living room.

Boredom Busters: Keep Your Pets Happy and Out o...

Does your pet turn into a furry troublemaker the second you look away?That’s not misbehavior — that’s boredom. Here are three quick boredom busters that keep your pets happy and...

Boredom Busters: Keep Your Pets Happy and Out o...

Does your pet turn into a furry troublemaker the second you look away?That’s not misbehavior — that’s boredom. Here are three quick boredom busters that keep your pets happy and...

A pet parent putting on a coat while a golden retriever and tabby cat rest peacefully on a soft bed in a cozy living room.

Helping Pets Cope When You’re Away

Does your pet act like you’ve joined the Witness Protection Program every time you leave? 😂 This post breaks down why pets react this way and gives you simple, science-backed...

Helping Pets Cope When You’re Away

Does your pet act like you’ve joined the Witness Protection Program every time you leave? 😂 This post breaks down why pets react this way and gives you simple, science-backed...

Pet owner smiling on the couch while a golden retriever and gray tabby cat shed fur around the room — a funny, relatable look at everyday pet hair chaos

Shed Happens — How to Tame the Furry Storm

Shed Happens — How to Tame the Furry Storm Let’s be honest — pet hair is a lifestyle. You’ll find it on your couch, your clothes, your dinner plate, and...

Shed Happens — How to Tame the Furry Storm

Shed Happens — How to Tame the Furry Storm Let’s be honest — pet hair is a lifestyle. You’ll find it on your couch, your clothes, your dinner plate, and...

Why Dogs (and Cats) Prefer Moving Water

Why Dogs (and Cats) Prefer Moving Water

Have you ever caught your dog drinking from the dripping hose, the bathroom faucet or a toilet rather than their own bowl? There might be a reason! We explain that...

Why Dogs (and Cats) Prefer Moving Water

Have you ever caught your dog drinking from the dripping hose, the bathroom faucet or a toilet rather than their own bowl? There might be a reason! We explain that...