Beggin’ Pet Parade

Posted on February 10, 2012 by Aimee

If you are in St. Louis, MO this weekend, check out the Beggin’ Pet Parade on Sunday! See adorable pooches, kitties, and people all decked out for Mardi Gras fun.

On Sunday, Feb. 12, 2012, thousands of well-dressed pets and their owners will express their Love for the Smell of Bacon, this year’s theme, while marching through the streets of Soulard during the 19th annual Beggin’® Pet Parade. Not only is it a lot of fun, but the $10 entry fee supports Open Door Animal Sanctuary!

Attracting more than 8,000 pets and 80,000 people each year, the Beggin’ Pet Parade is one of the largest pet parades in the country. Both four- and two-legged friends can express their Love for the Smell of Bacon in a variety of ways. From bacon-themed games and photo booths to Beggin’ sampling activities for dogs and bacon sampling activities for people by Grillmasters, to the famous coronation ceremony costume contest and a new Guinness World Record™ attempt, there’s something for everyone…and every dog. Registration, check-in and all the events are scheduled to begin at 10 a.m. at the corner of Menard Street and Allen Avenue. The parade starts at 1 p.m.

The Beggin’ Pet Parade represents the spirit of celebration through pets’ memorable, fun-loving personalities and elaborate attention-getting costumes, so it’s only natural to attempt a Guinness World Record™. During the parade, pets and owners will be counted in an attempt to break the World Record for “Most Dogs in Costumed Attire.” The coronation ceremony will begin immediately after the parade concludes at Coronation Plaza, located at Soulard Market Park.

Check out the Beggin’ Pet Parade website for details and to register!

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Wild Mississippi

Posted on February 8, 2012 by Aimee

One of the things that I love the most about watching NatGeo Wild is that we always discover amazing places and crazy nature that we didn’t know about before! In the newest mini-series,  Wild Mississippi, viewers will get to see how the Mississippi river can both nurture and destroy.

Gibson, LA: Wide shot of the bayou from the bow of the boat. (Photo Credit: © NGC / Whitney Beer-Kerr)

The show covers an entire year along the Mississippi, and shows the many challenges that the wildlife in the area deal with. You will see everything from bald eagles, wolves and deer, to wild turtles, baby ducklings and other animals. Who knew our country was so diverse in just one region? Truly an interesting show, be sure to tune in, and enjoy the sneak peeks below. The premiere miniseries event airs Sunday, February 12, 2012, 8 p.m. – 11 p.m. ET/PT.

Fishing With Alligator Snappers

Bobcat Prey

As Mark Twain once said, the Mississippi River is a “wonderful book with a new story to tell every day.” Be sure to watch the mini-series to find out just how right he was in saying this!

Thibodeaux, LA: Cameraman Jeff Wayman leaning over the front of the boat. (Photo Credit: © NGC / Whitney Beer-Kerr)

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The Friskies Plus Playhouse

Posted on February 6, 2012 by Aimee

Starting today you can watch as 10 cats play and live in the Friskies Plus Playhouse! The cats, which are part of the MeoowzResQ, are available for adoption.

“Friskies is always looking for new ways to enhance play experiences for cats,” says Alison Coburn, assistant brand manager for Friskies. “We’re asking our Friskies Facebook community to join us in this one-of-a-kind engagement opportunity to help create a space as amazing as the cats that will live there for the next two weeks. They can tune in daily to see how the cats respond to their choices in real-time, and find new inspiration for play with their own cats. And we hope they’ll be inspired to help ensure these cats and many more find forever homes.”

MeoowzResQ helps find permanent homes for hundreds of cats each year, and has many other great adoptables in addition to those in The Playhouse.

For two weeks, the 10 cats will enjoy an amazing space full of feline fun! There is a large built-in aquarium, touch floor to play Friskies® Games for Cats and many unique climbing spaces. Each day “extras,” or new engagement features, will be added to the Playhouse based on input from the Friskies Facebook community. Extras up for vote may include a large climbing tree, tunnel system and bubble machine. Final decisions will depend on Facebook community votes.

Visit the Friskies Facebook page to watch the cats in the Playhouse live from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. EST every day, February 6 through February 19. You can also watch the Friskies YouTube channel for daily highlights and recap videos.

A lot of the fun will happen through The Friskies Facebook community! Not only can you help decide on extras for the cats, but you can also interact with them! The Friskies Plus Play Live gives fans the ability to “play” with real cats in real time. It’s a modified version of iPet Companion, created by AliceVISION™, which says its free app boosts adoptions, donations and sponsorships in pet rescue and adoption shelters worldwide. The Friskies Plus Play Live feature will be active on Friskies Facebook page during the Playhouse daily broadcast from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. EST/noon to 3 p.m. PST daily February 6 through February 19.

To watch the Friskies Playhouse cats live, or interact with them using the Friskies Plus Play Live feature, please visit www.Facebook.com/Friskies. To view highlights and video clips from the Playhouse, please visit www.youtube.com/PurinaFriskies.

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Puppy Bowl 8!

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Aimee

Are you watching? This year is special, not only can you follow along with Meep The Bird on Twitter, but you might find your furry friend! The players this year are adoptable! Visit Petfinder.com and Animal Planet to learn more.

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