stories from the heart

The ins and outs of living with dogs.  From inspirational to informative, we cover it all.

Older adult lady hugging a senior dog

Senior Pet Adoptions

I see this question come up often — especially among shelters and older seniors looking to adopt. They walk into a shelter, find a furry friend who…
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six dogs on a ladies lap

Missing My Dogs

I used to think I was being ridiculous when it came to leaving my dogs for any length of time. Vacations were never as fun for me…
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woman seated at desk petting dog

Dog – A God Send?

It’s funny—not the laugh-out-loud kind of funny, but the kind that makes you pause and think. Somehow, this four-legged, wet-nosed creature grew into so much more than…
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the tiny face of yorkie mix named Emmy

Forgetting the Past

Do Dogs Ever Think About Their Past? Do you ever look at your dog and wonder what’s going through their mind? Not the fun little thoughts like…

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greyfriar Bobby statue in Edinburgh

Greyfriars bobby

When a little dog named Bobby lost the person he loved most, he didn’t move on. He stayed—day after day, year after year—faithfully guarding his master’s grave….
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two miniature dachshunds asleep on woman's lap

Always trust your gut

When my dachshund Molly fell ill, five vets said she’d be fine. The next morning, she was gone. Her story is a powerful reminder to always trust…
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dogs on titanic did not survive

The Dogs of Titanic

For more than a century, the story of the Titanic has fascinated the world. Whether you first learned about it in history class or watched the unforgettable…
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when the fourth of july isnt happy for our dogs

Why Dogs Dread July 4th

Every 4th of July, while fireworks light up the sky, my little Jack Russell, Axle, disappears behind the chair—trembling, terrified, and trying to make himself invisible. Out…
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