One of my “greyhound” friends recently had to have her hound’s front leg amputated due to bone cancer, which is, unfortunately, common in greyhounds. Both she and I know of one amazing “tripod” that we’ve both witnessed run our own dogs ragged. While my friend’s handsome greyhound who, by the way, is also a pal [...]

While doing research for a story I’m working on, I discovered that people who love dogs have a lot of career options that can include day to day interaction with four-legged friends. Beyond the obvious career choices, such as veterinarian, vet technician, alternative medicine vet, research vet, animal behaviorist, pet therapist, trainer, pet sitter, groomer, [...]

            In my next life, I’ve decided that I want to run a doggie day care franchise. And since I imagine that my next life won’t play out in Northern California, I figure I won’t have to compete with the end-all, be-all of pet day care/boarding facilities, Wag, which is where I leave Greta when [...]

I want one. I have to have one. And, of course, I want one that looks like my greyhound, Greta. Ever since I saw these adorable dogs in The Bark magazine (July/August), I have been obsessing. They are made by Stacey Hsu and sold in her ETSY shop. In addition to “adopting” pre-made dogs, she [...]

Nick at Nite is hosting the first annual Worldwide Fido Awards, which will be televised on Sunday, July 27, and Monday, July 28. This event is a chance for dog owners across the planet to who off their canine companion’s talents in categories such as Cutest Dog, Best Dressed, Best Voice, Most Outrageous, Best Trick [...]

In case you’re not watching The Greatest American Dog on CBS on Thursday nights at 8 p.m. ET/PT, let me fill you in on all its doggie goodness. No, there aren’t any greyhounds in the group, but there are plenty of amazing dogs (and owners) as well as a few neurotic dog/owner pairs. While the show [...]

In honor of Milk-Bone’s 100th anniversary, they are holding a Milk-Bone Moment contest, the winner of which could receive a new digital camera or a $100k contract as the new Milk-Bone SpokesDog. There is no purchase necessary to win, and the contest ends September 18, 2008 at 11:59:59 PM CT. To enter and be eligible to win, [...]

In Paler, Alaska, there’s a growing problem with pets being caught in traps or snares set for wild animals. In the case of Andre, a large mixed breed, he lost most of the lower half of his left legs after getting caught in an animal trap or snare. Alaska isn’t as wild as it used [...]

My husband and I are planning a couple of short vacations in the next few weeks, both of which we’re bringing our greyhound, Greta, on, and one of which we’re also bringing my mother in law on. For that trip, the four of us will be crammedcarefully placed in our mid-size car, which will also be packed [...]

The Animal Planet Expo hits Salt Lake City, Utah, July 19 and 20, and is sure to be lots of fun for both two- and four-legged animals. The FREE Expo features: Animal House / R.O.A.R. for Wildlife, where you can get up close and personal with live animals. Bug House, where you can experience the [...]