Not for the Squeamish

Having pets (or kids, for that matter) definitely is not for the squeamish. It was a particularly gross weekend at our home.

Maddy has a hairball. She has left little presents all over the house all weekend long. My favorite spot was on the Christmas tree skirt. Nice.

Gracie has a sudden obsession with the litter box. A few moments ago, I found her standing in the litter box, enjoying “tootsie roll casserole.” Horror was quickly replaced by annoyance. After I cleaned her, she was placed in time out.

Incidentally, be extra careful if your dog chows down in the litter box, particularly if you use clumping litter. A quick Internet search and call to an emergency animal hospital yielded some information. If your pet ingests kitty litter, you must worry about gastrointestinal distress, including blockage. The initial signs could be diarrhea and/or vomiting. Failure to pass stool is another sign. I was told to keep an eye on her for awhile. A blockage could even form over a few days. Lovely.

When you have pet, there is never a dull moment!

Rescue Mommy