a dog-man’s purpose

Not to be confused with W. Bruce Cameron’s book and subsequent movie, I am a man, a dog-man, living with … More

walking

I pretty much gave up walking last summer when our two furry pals, Dexter and Comet, were no longer on … More

dogs build dog-people’s character

For the last several months, a Doberman puppy next door lets everyone know when his people are away running errands … More

Dog- eared and dog-eaten

Once upon a time, I read a lot of books when I was left to myself a time or two. … More

borrowed from my better half -Sheri Saretsky

an afternoon at the races

Having our son’s family over for a rescheduled Mother’s Day dinner yesterday included a spin around the block for our … More

Palliative pooches

As I get older, I tend to believe that pets have palliative ‘magic’ that helps their owners – and others … More

doggone cat

Cat naps are aptly named. With a calico cat that makes her home with us but only on her terms, … More

relationships that last: lessons in communication, part 3

Continued from Part 2 13 Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. … More