Teresa Inge grew up reading Nancy Drew mysteries. Combining her love of reading mysteries and writing professional articles led to writing short fiction and novellas. Today, she juggles assisting two busy executives and is the president of the Sisters in Crime, Mystery by the Sea chapter. Teresa is the author of the Virginia is for Mysteries Series, 50 Shades of Cabernet, and Mutt Mysteries Series. Learn more about her and her books at her website/blog.
National Pet Day
With National Pet Day approaching on April 11, now is a great time to recognize and show appreciation for the happiness pets have brought to our lives by pampering them! Since pampering our pets has become an essential part of being a great pet parent, when we return unconditional love back to our pets, we create a happy and loving family for them. Check out the various ways below to take care of and pamper your pets.
Pampering 101
Give your pet a treat
Just like humans, animals love treats. One reason is because they taste different, but it also shows our affection and gratitude to them. But don’t over-do-it since it will no longer seem special and pets could gain weight.
Show some love
Get down on the floor and give them a belly rub. Or sit on the couch or outside patio to give them a good brushing. Pets love our attention and interaction more than we realize.
Buy or make a special gift for pets
Because gifts are fun to receive, pets love getting them from their family. Giving toys to our pets can help build skills, fight boredom, and prevent destructive behavior. They also keep good company for our pets while we’re away.
Walk the dog
Benefits of walking a dog will give your pet mental stimulation, exercise, training, elimination, socialization, and bonding for you both.
Nutrition
Since nutrition is the foundation of health and fuel for our pet’s maintenance and energy, giving them proper nutrients will build bones, joints, and muscles and help with the aging process for a longer life.
To Fetch a Scoundrel
Mutt Mysteries, Book 2
The mystery-solving mutts are back! To Fetch a Scoundrel, the second in the Mutt Mysteries collection, features four tail-wagging novellas. Each story puts pups’ noses to the ground, as scandals are unleashed and killers are collared. Once you’ve finished reading these tall “tails,” you’ll no longer wonder “Who let the dogs out?” You’ll just be glad somebody did! Stories include:
“The Fast and the Furriest” by Heather Weidner
Isn’t there enough action under the lights at the Amelia Race Track without the drama of a love triangle? An altercation leads to murder, and owner Cassidy Green and her Rottweiler Oliver have to uncover clues and find the killer before the bad publicity destroys her business.
“Pawsitively Scandalous” by Jayne Ormerod
What’s with the crime wave in the Grant’s Garden neighborhood? First a respectable member is arrested for crimes unknown, and then another neighbor dies under mysterious circumstances. Pilar Pruitt and her black lab/mix Natti are on the case, and the secrets they uncover are paws-itively scandalous!
“Ruff Goodbye” by Rosemary Shomaker
Does everyone bar owner Len Hayes knows have a secret? Yes, and secrets unravel after a funeral home visitation for Len’s late friend Curt. Miniature poodle Cloud signals danger. A certain black Lab may safeguard the truth. Will canine intervention ensure no one pays the ultimate price?
“A Doggone Scandal” by Teresa Inge
Catt Ramsey, owner of the Woof-Pack Dog Walkers, is back on the case when she receives a mysterious note in her pet supply order. Convinced the sender’s motive is scandalous, Catt packs up her SUV and heads to the Outer Banks with her sister Em, family friend Jonathan Ray, and pups Cagney and Lacey to solve the mystery.
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5 comments:
I will pamper my pets with extra attention and pamper myself with To Fetch a Scoundrel. Hope everyone celebrates National Pet Day!
Thanks so much for letting us visit the blog and celebrate International Pet Day with Teresa!
Happy to have all of you, Heather!
Smart to remind folks of pet nutrition -- when tempted to share a scrap of human food, reconsider. I have stories of one lady's dog who could drag anything off of the counter and the kitchen table -- and live to steal food another day! We are talking chocolate, bread, and many dangerous or unhealthful foods -- I was always amazed this dog seemingly didn't suffer . . . stop by our Mutt Mysteries Paw-ty tonight, April 11, from 7pm-9pm to share your stories. And, thank you Teresa Inge for this article and to Killer Crafts & Crafty Killers for highlighting National Pet Day.
Happy National Pet Day to all who celebrate! We do here! My mutts are snoozing on the sofa exhausted after a morning at the new puppy next door, which gives me time to catch up on blogs. We will have Pup Treats this afternoon!
Thanks for hosting us Anastasia!
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