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It's no coincidence that a dog is a man's best friend; they're more faithful than most other animals, and more faithful than many people.
Dogs Save Lives
When I came home from Australia after suffering the effects of an abusive marriage there, I was struggling to continue. I had come home for a visit to America that turned into a divorce, and the loss of my darling Annabelle, a black lab mix who had a hard start to life. And I had believed I was going back home to a husband, so I had sent my other beloved pooch to Australia ahead of me. There was no way my ex was going to send my dog back to me.
By Hope Martin7 months ago in Petlife
I've Been Doing a Little Bird Listening with Merlin Lately
Many moons ago, I lived a stone's throw from Kennesaw Mountain (Kennesaw, GA). The mountain was not only a wonderful historical spot to visit, but the trails and the road to the summit were both outstanding birdwatching locations. Almost every weekend, I'd take Beau and my binoculars and see what kind of birds I could add to my life list. It was particularly exciting to go birdwatching during March and September, as we were right on the migratory path. I even created a small stir in local birding channels once, by spotting an Oregon Junco (a variety of dark-eyed junco) on one of my hikes. And then, I moved.
By Kimberly J Egan7 months ago in Petlife
The Ultimate New Puppy Checklist: Everything You Need to Get Started
Bringing home a new puppy is one of the most exciting moments in life — but it can also feel overwhelming, especially for first-time pet parents. Puppies are full of love and energy, but they also need structure, training, and the right gear to stay safe and healthy.
By Breeze Henrique7 months ago in Petlife
Welcome home, Buddy!
Nota Bene: At no time in this blog am I implying that his breeder did anything wrong with Val/Valen/Buddy. He was not abused in any way, shape, or form. Looking at his history, he was a happy, loved, and well-cared-for dog who was simply removed from his safe environment when he was an adult. That can be VERY scary for any dog. Something spooked him when the inciting incident occurred. What it was, we will never know--dogs don't perceive things the same way that people do. I am only sharing his story because I'm so very proud of how he has progressed. The breeder is to be commended for a program that produced such a resilient dog.
By Kimberly J Egan7 months ago in Petlife
Baby Gurl Blondie
On Sunday, the girls and I met a friend of ours at my ex's house to haul away the girls' Ford Escapes, which we can no longer afford to fix. My ex had threatened to give them away to someone, instead of waiting for us to move them when we could, even though they were his daughters' rigs. Instead of letting someone have them for nothing, I decided to allow a friend to haul them to a junkyard for half the money.
By Mother Combs7 months ago in Petlife
Top Dog Websites in the World
If you’ve ever caught yourself comparing grain-free dog food like you're on MasterChef, or Googling “is it normal for my dog to eat grass... again,” you’re in good company. Caring dog owners — the kind who see their pets as full-on family — don’t just grab the first thing on the shelf.
By Tim Edwards7 months ago in Petlife
The Pet Sitter Files: Jack and Lola
I worked as both an employee of Rover and a freelance pet sitter between the ages of 20 and 23. During that time, I encountered my fair share of strange dogs, difficult clients, and problems I created for myself due to my tendency to panic in crisis situations. These stories are my personal anecdotes about the gigs that I only managed to get through because I kept telling myself “well, at least it’ll make a good story”. Names and locations have been changed.
By Emily Albers7 months ago in Petlife
