A few weeks ago, we braced ourselves to say goodbye to Cooper. That Friday morning, he woke up, picked at his breakfast, and went outside. He seemed slow, off, and a bit disoriented. Over the course of the morning, his condition deteriorated rapidly. He couldn’t walk properly, wobbling and falling when he tried. He seemed […]

I believe one of the most rewarding aspects of being a dog owner is ensuring the happiness and well-being of our furry friends. As dog lovers, it’s natural to want to see our canine companions wagging their tails with joy and contentment. But sometimes, it can be a challenge to figure out exactly how to […]

When we adopted Penny from a rescue that specializes in dogs with the double merle gene, we knew very little about the condition. We were considering adopting a deaf dog since we already use ASL at home. Little did I know about the connection between deafness and this genetic condition. Having worked in the dog […]

Without Sacrificing Cleanliness, Style, or Function I recently spoke with a woman about my work writing on dogs, cats, and the pet industry. She mentioned she loved animals, especially cats, but didn’t want them in her home. Her reasons? She couldn’t stand the sight of carpet-covered cat trees and refused to live in a house […]