Articles written by Jenna Obney

What is Helium

About me - Jenna Obney

I'm 26 yrs old(the one on the left). I love working with animals, both the 4 legged and 2 legged variety. For the first half of my career I was devoted to our furry friends, and after a bit of a burnout(not every animal can be a success) I switched careers

+ more bio information

RSS Feed

Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Pet sitter or boarding kennel: Who should care for your pet while you're away?: 1 of 49
Ever since I was a little girl I've had a fondness for animals. Large or small, furry or scaly, I love them all. So when my next door neighbor asked me to watch her dog while she was away, I was in 13 year old heaven. That lead to a few more dog watching jobs, and by the time I was old enough for a real job, I already had a p... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Styles (Other) Potential parents: Will you copy your parents' parenting style?: 2 of 17
I have to admit that my parents were pretty great. They taught us love and family and friendship are more important than money and social standing. They installed good values in us kids and for that I will always be grateful. I hope that I can instill the same sense of values and safety in my children that my parents gave me.... More..
Food & Drink > Cocktails Drink recipes: Mojito: 1 of 7
Mojitos took a long time in coming to my area of New England, but they were such a hit with my bar crowd last summer that I spent the winter refining and retouching and reinventing it so that this summer they would be the best around. Here are the combinatations that have become favorites among my friends and customers. Enjoy... More..
Food & Drink > Cocktails Drink Recipes: Creative cocktails: 4 of 22
In the heat of summer is there anything better than a cold refreshing drink(are you thinking lemonade?)...except maybe one with a kick? Well get out your blenders and I will share with you one of my favorites, and sure to be one of yours....You can also serve this drink on the rocks, but on a really hot day doesn't a blended ... More..
Relationships & Family > Dating (Other) The contemporary relationship: 2 of 8
I've never been one to take what other people think of me seriously. When I was in my early 20's I dyed my hair fun colors such as hot pink, neon blue, vibrant red, passion purple, and never blinked an eye when heads turned and bosses complained. Not much changed when as I got older, true, I don't dye my hair anymore, but now... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Psychology Cat fights: Making your cats get along: 10 of 26

As anyone with more than one pet knows, getting them to cohabit and coexist peacefully is not always easy. When introducing a new cat to the family, you should expect a few skirmishes. This is how your cats decide who is the 'boss'. As long as your original cat already knows that you are her 'boss' the fighting should be just... More..
Food & Drink > Dining Etiquette How to complain to the kitchen: 16 of 34
Now I know most of you have seen the movie 'Waiting' and heard various horror stories and urban legends about what will happen if you complain about the food. I'm here to tell you it's not always true. My brother is chef, and I have been a server and a bartender as well as various fill-in positions in a restaurant when someon... More..
Pets & Animals > Pet Ownership Websites every pet owner should know about: 31 of 59
As every pet owner knows there are numerous questions and worries regarding your pet's health and safety. Where do you go to get answers? To brag? To learn about training? In this article I will give you 19 helpful wesites every pet owner should know to ease your cares and give you more time to enjoy your pet!First on the lis... More..
Creative Writing > Humor Humor: Cat behavior: 77 of 126

There are many humorous stories I could tell you about my cat Piper. From the day we brought her home she has provided endless hours of entertainment, but I think our most memorable would be her reactions to dogs.My boyfriend has a Brittany spaniel, Shadow. We were going to take Shadow for a hike and so made plans to meet at ... More..
Pets & Animals > Cat Care & Health Tips for dealing with a stray cat: 26 of 37
When finding a stray cat there are a multitude of options as to what to do.First of all, do not touch it. You can never be sure if it is friendly, or possibly diseased. Your local shelter or veterinarian should have a 'havahart' trap. These are easy to set up and allow you to capture the stray without endangering yourself or ... More..