Summer is a great time for us to bond with our furry family members, especially on those hot days when the AC indoors is extra refreshing for them and for us.

Savoring Summertime with Your Small Pet

Hay Day -- Offer a new type of hay in small handfuls in a bowl or basket, stacking cups or a crinkled up lunch sack. Sprinkle in a little of their favorite herbal blend or foraging mix for an easy-to-plan foraging adventure 🌿!

Tug of War -- Tie a fresh chew like a willow ball or loofah to a seagrass mat or timothy mat for a 'small pet sports challenge'.

For a ✨bonding time bonus✨, hold a chew toy in one of your hands and make them pull it loose. Pet them in their favorite spot as a reward then pick up the toy and repeat.

☀️ Hot Tip ☀️ -- Mats with a loose weave are also great for tucking timothy cubes, apple sticks or willow stick into.

For something extra special, treat them to a seasonal Fruity Fun Hay Mat handmade with 2 seagrass mats, 4 balsa cubes and a fruit-flavored loofah ring. Available in 3 loofah flavors - banana, blueberry, and strawberry - while supplies last.

Social Hour -- Have you ever listened to music with your small pet? How about sat next to them and ate a piece lettuce or cilantro while they did too?

Sometimes a simple shared activity is all you need to brighten their day (and add a little small pet magic into yours 💖).

What summer activities do you share with your small pet? We'd love to hear your stories!!

Reply to this email with your 'summer story' and a pic of your pet for a chance to be featured on our Instagram and Facebook 📸!

In Portland? Hop by Our Shop This Weekend! 🐇

Sat 8/10: Hare BNB Rescue, Spa and Boutique

Hop by starting at 9am to see some bunnies getting pampered, shop their handcrafted supplies and gifts, and meet some of their adoptable bunnies 🐰

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​Sun 8/11: Spa Day with Brad

‘Sunday Bunday’ bunny grooming with a handful of cuties starting at 11am. Don't have an appointment? Feel free to stop by just to 'say hay' to our bunny guests. Does your bunny need some spa time? Reply to this email to find out about upcoming availability and to schedule an appointment with Brad.

Can't make it this weekend? Check out our events calendar to find out when more furry guests will be hopping by the shop 👀

Have a fun pet photo to share or a comment or suggestion for us? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us a reply; we read every one.