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Things All Dog Owners Need to Know

puppies in a crate
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Bringing a dog into your life is about far more than daily walks, a good-quality diet, and a cozy place to sleep. For new dog owners, the excitement often comes with a flood of questions and information to navigate before a dog ever sets paw in your home. Whether you’re adopting from a shelter or rescue, or welcoming a puppy from a breeder, understanding what lies ahead is key to starting your life together on the right foot. Continue reading Things All Dog Owners Need to Know

Colorful Mountain Lion Mural on Apartment Building, San Diego

mountain lion mural on apartment building photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

When I was in San Diego on vacation this past summer, my friend and I would often pass this stunning mural that adorns the front of an apartment building in her neighborhood. After doing a bit of research, I discovered that the piece is by street artist Skye Walker, whose work I’ve seen previously while vacationing in Moab, Utah. This guy gets around.
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Understanding Palliative Care Options for Pets

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Many pet owners feel heartbreak and regret upon realizing — too late — the comfort and dignity proper palliative (end-of-life) care could have provided.  Palliative pet care prioritizes comfort and quality of life through tailored medication, environmental adjustments, nutritional support, and alternative therapies. Personalized hospice plans address specific needs to manage the animals pain and symptoms, while veterinarians and owners collaborate to provide pets with compassionate care and peaceful end-of-life transition.
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Top Ten Favorite Dogs from AKC’s Meet The Breeds 2025!

yorkshire terrier yorkie with pink fur photo by gail worley
Yorkshire Terrier with Dyed-Pink  Fur (All Photos By Gail)

Dogs: they’re like people, only better. Recently, I attended my second-ever  Meet The Breeds show, which is sponsored by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and held annually at NYC’s Javits Center.  If you’re looking to add a dog to your family, Meet The Breeds is the place to discover which breed is the perfect fit for you and to be overwhelmed by the cuteness of these gorgeous babies.
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Pink Thing of The Day: Axolotl Felted Critter Clutch Purse

axolotl felted clutch purse photo by gail worley
Photo By Gail

I spotted this adorable little Critter Clutch (as they are called) felted wool shoulder bag — in the extra fun shape of a Pink Axolotl — at the NY Now Winter Marketplace show and could not resist recruiting it for a place in the Pink Thing of the Day Hall of Fame!

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