Black Cats

Fortunately, training a black cat is not rocket science. Unfortunately, training a black cat is not rocket science. There are predictable results and tools with rocket science, but not in cat training. Despite their reputation for bad luck, black cats are not more difficult to train than cats of any other color. You need to be... more »

If you’ve never worked at an animal shelter or been involved in rescue—you’re probably pretty puzzled at this point. What exactly is “Black Dog Syndrome?” Well, it’s a term that refers to the lower adoption rate of larger black or dark-coated dogs at shelters. Also referred to as “Big Black Dog Syndrome,” people seem to have a habit... more »

Your door is the first thing your guests see when arriving for a party or celebration, so jazz it up with some festive decor. Hang wreaths and cards during the winter holiday season, and display spooky witches and ghosts for Halloween. Announce a loved one's birthday by decorating a door with brightly colored ribbons and streamers.... more »

Bay windows make a great accent to both the exterior and the interior of the home--that is, when they are decorated properly. Too many bay windows are simply sitting dormant and unused when they could be proudly dressed up--and we're not talking about just curtains, shades or blinds. But what exactly you'll put in the bay window of... more »