Nashville has been nothing short of extraordinary. The rain keeps falling, but we’ve never let a little water get in our way, have we?

Talk about southern hospitality! The folks here had a fun-loving, laid back attitude that went along great with pet rescue. Here’s how it turned out: 13 hours and 25 minutes walked for a total of $805.00 for our local ambassadors. Not to mention strong t-shirt and collar / wristband sales. Record high voting and potential adoptions made this event a huge success. Viola had the crowds hooked on Rally Across America. This weekend, she truly was “the next Nashville star”.

Tennessee proved that you can take the pet out of the country…but you can’t take the country out of the pet. We’d like to thank Nashville and our local ambassadors for a great weekend as Rally Across America rides off into the sunset.

Melissa’s Pro Plan Pointer:

Well, it’s that time. School is back in session. Many would describe this time as, well…BUSY!

During this hectic time of the year, it may be hard to give your pet the time and attention they deserve. Don’t forget to set aside time to spend with your loved one. Here are a few suggestions:

• Set aside at least 15-20 minutes of play time. This could include grooming, brushing, walking, etc.
• Perform monthly “pet checks”. This includes examining your dog or cat from head to paw for anything out of the ordinary that would otherwise be unhealthy.
• Fall is a great time to take your pet out and about. This could mean going for a run in the park or even going to the ball game.
• Daylight Savings Time is a prime opportunity to schedule a pet’s annual check-ups and vaccinations.

Remember, it’s up to you and yours to make it a priority to spend quality time with your family friend.