Why Dog Parks Aren’t Always the Best Choice While traveling recently, we stayed at a hotel with very little green space and needed a place where my 3-year-old Golden Retriever, Hope, could run. Hope is very social, and before I let her into the dog park, I did everything I could to make it a...

I’ve raised two dogs from puppyhood, while the rest I’ve adopted or fostered as young adults or seniors.  The joy of having a companion animal can be so rewarding, but it also comes with its challenges and stresses, regardless of the age when they become part of your family.  It can be even more challenging...