At petside we value the idea of having an emergency plan for your pet, even going as far as having your own pet first aid kit.

So often, in a state of panic, we are forced to run for safety and overlook the needs of our beloved pets. An emergency pet first aid kit is really a simple thing to add to your home -- preferably by the nearest exit. It also makes a thoughtful gift to give to someone who is a petowner.

Little Sookee in Scotland was saved from smoke inhalation when rescue crews donned a child's oxygen mask on her little nose! Simple, effective, and by the look of little Sookee...well worth it.

I hope you are all doing your best to save the earth. In my opinion, Americans are getting a bum rap. Seems to me we're doing a lot MORE about recycling and emissions than other parts of the world...at least the places I'm traveling. It's no secret that cruise ships are taking their toll on the ocean's carpet, but I was pretty shocked this weekend to see thick, black smoke emitting from cars and buses, and the words 'recycling' might as well be written in Japanese. So keep it up...whatever small piece you are doing to go green.

Write in and tell us how you're going green with your pet at stories@petside.com