loving a dog is risky

For the second time in fourteen days, we mourn the loss of a constant companion. With a second visit of … More

a family avocation

A dog’s purpose, when properly understood, is to help make people better. The late author Roger Caras once said that … More

We have taken Dexter twice to a veterinarian in the last seven days since Comet was euthanized. Our regular veterinarian … More

We are sitting in the “dawg” car outside the veterinarian’s office before 7:30 in the morning. There is a “cat … More

Gathering the family around the dining table is a staple of mid-20th Century family lore. As one of my elder … More

After the events of the past week, I am grateful that tough times do not last but the resilient (people) … More

Comet has crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. With many tears, and lots of caresses, the old man went to sleep … More

Thought for the Week Lily, a six-year-old Great Dane, had lost both of her eyes due to a rare medical … More

Comet’s lack of appetite may be due as much to the pain reliever as his arthritic hip and leg making … More