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The COVID 19 Pandemic in March of 2020 brought a nationwide shutdown, resulting in schools being closed and offices shuttered. People...

I’ve tried a number of harnesses over the years but my favorite go-to harness has become The Freedom No-Pull Harness. Problems with other...

Dog theft is nothing new. Perhaps you heard the recent story about Lady Gaga’s dog walker being shot and her dogs stolen. Since the...

Tuesday is Shrove Tuesday. It goes by many other names, such as Fat Tuesday, Donut Day, and Pancake Day. While you spend the day enjoying...

It’s not too late to start that resolution to get healthy. And you can help the Roanoke Valley SPCA in the process. The 9th annual Tail...

On February 7th, many people will be glued to their television sets, rooting for their favorite team in the annual Super Bowl. But many...

It’s the season of thanksgiving, and a time to count our blessings. I’ve come up with five reasons to be thankful for my dogs. I’m sure...

Shelby is a happy go-lucky kind of dog. The 10 to 11-year-old Terrier mix (with a wannabe Labradoodle nose) lives with his owner, Anita...

The “friendly” Golden Retriever was barking and growling from across the street while I was walking a client’s dog. The other dog was...

In this age of COVID, many people are getting dogs for the very first time. Others are adding to their pet family. But the ever-changing...

I am sitting on my futon, writing this longhand on a legal pad by flashlight. It’s the only working flashlight I can find. My trusty...

Questions to ask when deciding whether to hire a pet sitter or board your cat.

Franklin County now has a new state-of-the art animal shelter.

Our canine friends can suffer from periodontal disease just like us. Here are some tips on how to brush their teeth.

Here are some training tips you can do when you first bring your puppy home.

Hire a dog walker to help you concentrate and be more productive while working from home.

Make sure you and your puppy are off to a great start in life by teaching him six things.

Summer is finally upon us with longer days and warmer temperatures. But when the mercury rises, it’s important to keep your dog safe from...

Facing a downturn in business because of the pandemic, a Roanoke caterer started a dog treat company.

You may be spending a lot of time on social media these days; I am too. I scroll through pictures of dogs, cats, and parents with their...