The ASPCA estimates that it costs nearly $400 a year to maintain a pet. There is of course, food, vet visits, vaccinations. If you live in an pet-friendly apartment community like Hampton Woods, you may have to pay a small additional fee to help keep the facilities in good shape. It's not a great deal of money if you love your furry friend, but that doesn’t... [Read more...]
By now, you're probably either knee deep in World Cup fever, or you absolutely no interest in the game at all. This blog post is aimed at those somewhere in between - those who may not be a huge sports or soccer fan, but have noticed all the hoopla and hype in the media and want to get hip to what's going on. No doubt. I've got you covered. World Cup... [Read more...]
Has anyone ever ate at Mi Ranchito Mexican Restaurant? I took my family to the one on 119th street in between Blackbob and Pflumm in Olathe last night and we had a fantastic experience. I have a family of 5 and we all ate for under $30! You have to understand with a large family we are always looking for a bargain price and a good meal. The service... [Read more...]
A new USA Today poll shows that 87% of dog owners believe that dogs are more or less intelligent than we think they are. In comparison, 73% of non owners believe the same. Intelligence, however, doesn't always mean easy to train. In an article titled Are You Smarter Than Your Dog?, expert Barbara Carvalho states: "The most intelligent breeds often present... [Read more...]
If you are around the TV set tonight, you may want to check out the “Hope for Haiti Now” telethon. It’s two hours and will be on most major networks. Performances are lined up by Madonna, Beyonce and more to help raise money for Haiti relief. The earthquakes that have struck Haiti have left 1.5 million homeless and is estimated to have killed 200,000... [Read more...]
