Happiness is a personal choice & creation.  You can't chase it, buy it or otherwise find it outside of yourself.  It comes from within, & it takes practice.  How do you start?  Watch your pets.  Daily, they are fully present; grateful for the little things in life; and unconditionally kind, loving & accepting.  If you follow my blog, you know I chose joy in the face of great adversity, with Rusty as my guide.  Here's how we find our bliss:  

If you're watching the game today, keep your guests & pets happy with these tips:

• Keep human snacks out of Pup's reach.
  If guests insist on feeding Pup against your wishes, give them a pre-measured portion of his daily kibble to treat good, calm behavior if he approaches them.
• Sports fans get rowdy.  Give Kitty a quiet place of her own, away from the game.  Allow Pup the option of retreating, as well.  Insist that your guests respect your pet's personal space & desire to be away from the excitement.
• If the game's on @ your house, with guests coming & going, prevent your pet's escape.  Baby gates, exercise pens & closed interior doors work wonders.  Do not put your pet outside; it's winter, folks.
• If you have a fearful pet who can't relax, even in their own space, ask a non-sports fan friend if they'll take your pet into their home today.
• If your team loses & you're emotional, go for a walk. Take your guests with you.  Don't subject your pets to negativity.  It's frightening & confusing for them to see your personality change that way.  And, it fills your home with tension.     

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We're writing for a cause.  If you find joy in our newsletter, FB page or blog, let us know.  Support us & donate!  We'll donate 10% to a worthy cause & bark all about it.  We'll keep writing to spread kindness to pets & their peeps.  Why?  It makes us happy!

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~Ruth & Rusty~