Mother’s Day is this coming weekend.
You don’t have to give birth to someone to be a mom or a mother-like figure in someone’s life. Take my situation for example. I was raised by my paternal grandparents. They have always been – and always will be – my mom and dad.
Some pet owners look at their pets as their “children.” I have to admit that I do that. After all, my pets are a part of my family, even though I clearly did not give birth to them (wouldn’t that be weird).
Some pet parents see their pets as children and take it to the extreme. They dress their pets up, take them on exotic vacations (lucky pets!), feed them gourmet meals and even adorn them with diamonds.
I think most pet parents are more like me. I talk to my pets, I try and spend time with each one individually and I like to get them Christmas and birthday gifts.
Each holiday season I get a “family ornament” where I put all my family members on it. I always make sure to include my pets too – all five cats, our dog and even our fish!
Here is one example.
I fuzzed out my human-kids names for their protection. The remaining names are our five cats, dog and two Goldfish.
I sometimes think our pets ARE related to my kids. They often exhibit similar personality traits as my kids.
As it is with your own children, having pets is a year round job that is filled with challenges and a lot of love and joy.
PetSmart wants to recognize all those pet moms who make a difference in the lives of their pets. They were kind enough to send me a box of goodies for both me and my fuzzy family members. We received the following items;
NOT PICTURED: Several adorable cat collars from Whisker City (the photo turned out horribly) and a cute Pound Puppy dog toy (my dog had the toy and wouldn’t give it back to me to snap a photo).
My furry family members were not the only ones who received wonderful gifts – I also received a gift card to Spa Envy so that I could get a little pampering for Mother’s Day. I’ll consider that a gift from my pets since they can’t make me a card. 🙂
If you would like to learn more about any of these products, or to find a PetSmart location near you, please visit www.PetSmart.com. PetSmart is also found on social media.
PetSmart would like to pamper a lucky reader and their pet with a great giveaway. The winner will receive a gift card to Spa Envy ($59 value) AND an assortment of pet products for a dog, cat or both. Thank you so much PetSmart!
This giveaway is open to U.S. residents only and will end on May 17, 2015 at 11:59 PM (EST). The winner will be chosen at random using a random number generator. The winner will be notified via email. The winner has three days to respond or a new winner will be chosen in their place.
To enter please comment on this post and tell me a little bit about your pet/pets and how much they mean to you.
For extra entries you can use the Rafflecopter widget (below) but you MUST complete the initial entry requirement or the extra entries won’t qualify (I do check). Extra entries are optional.
Kimberly
*I received free product samples in exchange for my participation. There was no compensation. The opinions expressed are my own and not influenced in any way.
Betsy says
We love our dog he is so loveable and loyal.
Denise S says
I have two dogs and two cats and a bunch of smaller animals. They are a pain to take care of, but I love them all.
Stacey b says
I have a 6 month old Beagle Puppy and we love her to death. She’s like one of kids! Such a sweet girl.
Seyma Shabbir says
I have fish now but we used to have birds and cats but after they passed away I was reluctant to get more.
Linda Kish says
I have a 13 1/2 y/o min pin who is my baby. We also have 6 more dogs, 2 cats a myriad of reptiles.
I take care of the dogs primarily. My son takes care of the cats and his wife takes care of her reptiles.
ron schnell says
TotallyAwesome!
Adrienne gordon says
I have a cat and a dog and they are like family members
Cheryl says
We have two small female dogs. Pepper is a salt & pepper miniature schnauzer and Mitzi is a black & tan dorkie (dachshund/yorkie designer hybrid). They’re both spoiled rotten!
Kayley says
I don’t currently have any pets because my apartment is too small, but I plan to adopt a cat as soon as I get a bigger place. 🙂
HollyW says
I have 2 little male Chihuahua’s Biscuit & Kracker. 2 female Cats Snickers & Iris an 1 male Ferret Kecko. They all mean the world to us. They are very spoiled an loved.
molly says
My dogs mean everything to me. I’d rather hang out with them then people most of the time. They are so smart, sweet and loyal.
Cynthia R says
I have 3 cats and they are my babies, I spoil them rotten.
beth says
my cat is named lucy my dad found her in the street when she was five weeks old she is my first cat. and i dont know why i never had a cat before she turns four on may 14
Kristen says
I have a terrier scruffer mutt who is such a wonderful friend 🙂
Brittney House says
I have a dog and he is my best friend. I live alone and always feel safe with him around.
Rachel DeHart says
I haven’t got my puppy yet,. I’m just planning ahead. I’m waiting on a breeders dog to come in heat again and have pups, because they didn’t have anymore girls. I want a miniature schnauzer for my little girl as a reward/ birthday present. Reward if she gets fully potty trained. Shes almost 3.
Robin W says
I have a 6 year old chocolate miniature poodle named Zuzu (sitting in my lap) that I love dearly. I also have about 6 – 8 feral garage cats (all fixed and released) that I feed and shelter. I love animals and this would be a great help.
Jackie says
We have a puggle and she is extremely lovable. She is like my third daughter….lol.
Kim H says
I have three dogs and six Lizards. They are all my babies!!
Tari Lawson says
I have a big cat. He is a rescue kitty. He is an integral part of our family.
Teresa Darlene says
I have a rescue kitty! She is still a baby and means the world to me!
Dawn Monroe says
We have a black lab and a quaker parrot. The lab is shy and nervous and the quaker is rambunctious and silly. They make great additions to our family.
Chris Dehart says
I have a pekingese and he is grumpy but sweet.
jules m. says
i love them more than my ungrateful children… just kidding maybe 😛
Christie says
My pet is a yorkie and she is my best friend.
Catie says
Dexter is 4.5 years old. He’s a Vizsla/GSP mix, and he is my baby!!
Lethea B says
I have a 13 yr old tabby, Tupelo=)
He’s our sweetheart and is currently awaiting the arrival of a sweet buddy to keep him company=)
Tammy Horn says
I have six dogs. German Shepherds, Australian shepherds, and Border Collies. We compete with them in AKC Obedience, Agility and flyball, and also several are K9 Therapy dogs. My life wouldn’t be complete without them. We also rescue feral cats and do TNR, and manage a a few colonies, including one in my back yard. We have a cat room inside for ones that we managed to tame. We have a couple domesticated kittens we rescued from the shelter too. We are a very busy active home. 🙂
Michele P says
I have a cat named Stubby who is about 7 now, he has a stub tail and is very affectionate. A big baby for sure, sadly I lost his buddy Shadow, a 15 yr old cat a couple of months ago. We also have 2 very loud parakeets, who love listening to Spanish music and loud action and horror movies. lol.
amy rouse says
Please comment on this post and tell me about your pet/pets and how much they mean to you.
I have a 5# chihuahua named Maggie May that I adore. She goes everywhere with me and sleeps with me also (she’s a bed hog)
janetfaye says
My little dog is cute and funny and he is like my child.
June S. says
We have two cats by the name’s of Ozzy and Buddy, they are both a couple of nuts.
Susan Christy says
My dogs mean the world to me. I can’t imagine how quiet my house would be without them.
Margot C says
I have two pets. I have a beautiful fierce lovely tuxedo cat named Leonardo (who is called ‘Baby’). He is five years old and totally imperious and royal. Also he loves, loves me and is very jealous. In January we adopted a sweet senior dog. He is called Señor Mike the Senior Dog and is a Chihuahua/Corgi mix (with something else probably). Let’s see, Mike has seizures, has trouble swallowing because of a damaged trachea and is going blind. I love him and he is very sweet – so they can’t have him back. Baby kitty is jealous of him and follows us around the block on our walks. Fortunately Mike is very old so we don’t walk that far.
Ashley C says
I have a german shepherd and a lab and they are my whole world! They make me smile every day,and I don’t know what I would do without them!
Tim A says
We have 2 dogs and 1 cat. They mean the world to all us but each has animal has there favorite. My dogs favorites are my wife and my youngest son and the cat’s favorite is my oldest son.
Nancy says
Our dog Charlie is a West Highland White Terrier. He is the best pet we have ever had. He just wants to be with you and love you.
Sarah L says
2 cats, my ever faithful companions.
Thanks for the contest.
HilLesha says
I have a Maltese and he’s a sweetheart!
Erica B. says
Our dog is another member of the family.
Paol Trenny says
We have a puppy named mimi gonzales. She is my seventh child. She is a part of our family since we set our eyes on her. She acts just like the rest of my girls…sensitive, sweet, and scared of everything even the doorbell.
Jessica says
I have a one year old pomeranian, shihtzu mix. She loves other dogs, people, toys and treats (she REALLY loves treats). I adopted Tiffany last March when she was only five months old. Since then, we have grown VERY close, and are hardly separated. She is a great dog because she is so lovable, playful and friendly!
adriana says
I have 2 dogs and 1 cat and i love them.
Tina d Reynolds says
We have a siberian husky named denali
Cori Westphal says
I have two kitties. They are 5 and 8, so they’ve been part of our family for a long time! They’re our cuddle bunnies and we can’t imagine our life without them!
Melissa S says
We have 1 cat and 2 dogs, an australian shepherd and a chihuahua. They are all verry loved and spoiled, they make me smile every day.
Denise E. says
I have a shih-tzu. She is like our kid because my husband and I do not have children together.
Marilyn Nawara says
We treat the dogs like they are part of the family and love them very much. Fang is a Westie at 13 he is getting old but still gets spunky on occasion. Gunner is the baby at 3 he is an Australian Shepard who is full of energy. Queenie is in charge — she is a 7 year old Border Collie who loves to play ball.
Karrie says
I have 2 rescue girl dogs. They are my whole world..they sleep with me and are full of character!!! they show their love in so many ways and i love to cuddle them
joe gersch says
I have three dogs who mean the world to me
Jennifer Reed says
I have a dog and 3 birds. My dog is my constant companion and I love spending time with him. My birds make me laugh with all their antics. It is nice to have their sounds fill my house.
Stephanie Galbraith says
We have two Min Pins. I got one from a friend of mine, the other one got a plane ride to come live with us. Then there is our baby, she’s a rescue Pit bull. Our kids talk about the dogs as their brother and sisters.
Natalie Brown says
I have a boxer boy named Neo that I rescued three years ago. He’s seven now and means the world to me. He’s a crazy brut but so, so funny!
Sherry Conrad says
I currently have 4 dogs, they are family members and spoiled rotten and we all like it that way. 😀
Lisa V. says
We currently have 1 Lab, 1 Cane Corso, and 2 house cats. Three of the 4 are rescues. They mean the world to us and the dogs are included in many of the family activities.
LynneMarie says
I have a 6 yr. old cat named Desiree who is my BFF (best feline friend!).
Jennifer J says
I have two dogs. Most days I love them, but some days I would like to turn around without them standing right behind me! Thank you@@
Anne says
Right now we have one dog (Otis), one cat (Bappy), and five corydoras catfish. Although I’m very fond of the fish, I must say that Otis and Bappy are bright lights in my life, and I’m so lucky to have them.
Stephanie Phelps says
I have two wonderful Chihuahua and they are my babies now that my boys are all grown up! They keep me company and keep me laughing everyday!
Kathleen S. says
I have a big yellow lab who I consider to be my fur-kid. He’s the best!
darby says
I have a sweet husky named Zeus
wen budro says
My pets mean the world to me….they’re members of the family. I have 2 amazing dogs and 4 awesome cats….all of them are rescues.
Lisa says
I love my two cats, Cody and Kaci, they are always there to love me and to be loved!
Holly E says
I have 5 cats who are all very playful and lots of fun. They make me laugh daily. They are my babies.
Carolyn Daley says
I have two wonderful cats. Mushu is our Snowshoe Siamese that acts like a dog and loves to play. Nikko is our Lynx Point that has a passion for food.
Donna Pyszk says
Our family has 2 dogs they are our babies 😀
trixx says
I have a cat and a dog. Both have been with me since I was in college. =)
Lisa L says
My pup is a Pom so he is a giant puffball. He’s the sweetest and friendliest pup ever!
Roxann says
We have a Rat Terrier named Charlie. He loves to play and is very protective of the family.
Sand says
Our pets aren’t just animals but are a huge part of the family.