Adventures with Angel Astrid: The Burning Bush

I've been seeing a lot of burning bushes turning red in our area over the past couple of weeks. I can't remember the actual scientific name of these shrubs, but that's beside the point. I always like seeing them this time of the year, probably because I enjoyed watching the leaves turn bright red on the one in my parents' yard as a kid. That said, today's memory with my sweet angel pup Astrid involves her investigating one of the many burning bushes in our neighborhood.

We hope you're all enjoying some fall foliage! Well, at least those of you in climates that permit that this time of the year. Happy Wednesday!

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Flashback Doodle of the Day

Today's doodle is a very old one, but I share it pretty much every November. After all, it portrays how the holidays feel this time of the year.

I have drawn multiple doodles in this vein over the years. I even already have a similar-ish one outlined for this year. I hope to work on it soon, if the chaos of life permits.

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Tip of the Day

In case you missed it, we're doing a series of pet cancer prevention tips during this Pet Cancer Awareness Month. Today's tip is one we've mentioned on more occasion than one, and is one that many of you have probably heard. This tip is to always keep in mind that it is indeed possible for cats and dogs to get skin cancer, especially on vulnerable parts of the body such as the ears and nose. For this reason, monitor the amount of time they spend outdoors in the sun, but also the amount of time they spend sunbathing in windows or doors. If your furbaby does spend a lot of time in the sun, perhaps look into pet-friendly sunscreen, and discuss safe options with your veterinarian as needed. There are also windows or window films that block out UV light, which is another option for keeping our furbabies and their skin safe during their sunbathing sessions. The sun can indeed be fun, but also dangerous, so do keep a close eye on those furry sunbathers.