The Petside Digest: This Week's Must-Reads

Vet Who Tells it Like it Is: Pawcurious Dr. V. illustrates the pitfalls of flea denial, with her own animated video. Jane Smiley Tries Training Her Horse Like a Dog: Family Goes Strong Pulitzer Prize-winning author Jane Smiley took a page from the book of her treat-wielding dog trainer to get over a few hurdles with her horse. Kickoff of the Never Shock a Puppy Campaign: Pet Health Care Gazette Lots of great bloggers are spreading the word that it shouldn't have to hurt to learn. Read more about this training campaign at the Pet Health Care Gazette. Irish Cat Boards a Train, Finds Her Owner Through Twitter: L.A. Unleashed This one's a fun story about kitty wanderlust, the kindness of strangers, and the power of Twitter. Adoptable Pet of the Week: Bootz Bootz is so handsome, I had to feature him. He's a laid-back 5 1/2-year-old currently residing at PAWS - the Pet Animal Welfare Society of Norwalk, CT. Look at those whiskers! Image Source: PAWS