Month: October 2022

Review: Okaysou Cool Mist Humidifier

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I love my Okaysou air purifiers and have one in every room in my house. They’ve made a big difference in the air quality in my home, as evidenced by me no longer waking up with a stuffy nose every morning! Now that we’re getting into winter and heating season, it’s time to add a humidifier to the mix. I was delighted when Okaysou sent us their Cool Mist Humidifier for review.Continue Reading

AminAvast® Protects Allegra’s Kidneys

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When Allegra was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism, I knew I had to do everything possible to protect her kidneys. I already knew that my vet recommends AminAvast® for her patients with chronic kidney disease. Even though Allegra’s kidney function has been normal on all bloodwork since she was first diagnosed in January of 2021, I wanted to know whether we should start her on AminAvast.Continue Reading

Remembering Ruby: That Time When Allegra Taught Ruby About Birdwatching

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Even though Ruby has been gone more than two years after being diagnosed with advanced kidney disease, I still miss my little girl so much, it actually feels like a physical ache sometimes. I’m grateful I have eight years of Ruby’s Reflections on this site to comfort me and remind me of some of the cute things she did when the pain hits, and I love sharing the memories with you.Continue Reading

Do You Suffer from Separation Anxiety When You Have to Leave Your Cat?

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Separation anxiety disorder (SAD) is a well-documented psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive anxiety regarding separation from home or from those to whom the individual has a strong emotional attachment. And while we usually think of separation anxiety in terms of pets being stressed about being separated from their guardians, I think it exists in reverse, too. For most of my adult life, I’ve felt anxious about traveling – and I actually like to travel. I enjoy a change of scenery, whether it’s visiting friends in familiar places, or whether it’s traveling to someplace I’ve never been before.Continue Reading