After my dog, Luna, had a minor stomach bug, the vet prescribed a bland diet of boiled chicken and rice. While she ate it dutifully,…
The first summer with my new puppy, Milo, was a lesson in constant motion and finding ways to keep him busy. As the temperatures rose,…
My dog, Buddy, a once-enthusiastic eater, had become increasingly finicky in his older age. I’d watch him poke at his kibble and walk away, and…
I’ll never forget the first time I brought home a fresh pineapple. My curious terrier mix, Scout, was utterly captivated by the strange, spiky fruit…
My clever Corgi, Winnie, had figured out that the crinkle of a specific wrapper meant I was enjoying a fruit snack. She’d appear instantly, sitting…
It was the eve of my little terrier, Pip’s, “Gotcha Day,” and I had nothing. No presents, no special meal, and certainly no cake. A…
It was the peak of a scorching summer, and my old Golden Retriever, Sam, was struggling to stay hydrated. He’d lap up a bit of…
The first sign was the constant licking of paws. Then came the itchy skin, the recurrent ear infections, and the upset stomach. After what felt…
My rescue dog, Finn, has always had a sensitive stomach. Finding treats that he loved and that loved him back was a constant challenge. After…
The first heatwave of the summer had my Boxer, Bella, stretched out on the cool kitchen tiles, panting. She’d lost her usual spring in her…