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Paws and Paradise
A Fido-friendly journey through the charms of Cambria, California.
By Susan Hartzler
On a recent road trip that began in Southern California, I loaded my pack of Australian Shepherds, Seven and Paige Turner (PT) and we headed to the quaint village of Cambria, a jewel on the celebrated Central Coast. The drive itself along State Route 1 through San Luis Obispo County is nothing short of...
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Paws in Panama
How dogs will welcome you into their hearts and homes
Photos and Story by Jane Thomas
In order to write these pieces I go through photos to jog my memory. It can be difficult to look back on a period of your life when you were happy and content, when the present time is an endless sequences of setbacks. But I suppose that is one of the reasons I travel: because it gives me a bank of memories...
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R.I.P. Ricochet
Millions Love & Remember Ricochet the Surf Champion & Therapy Dog
By Elise Phillips Margulis - Photos Judy Fridono
Ricochet the surfing dog rode a wave into the hearts of millions by planting four paws on her board and gliding through the ocean. She was 15 when she passed away from liver cancer in April after helping countless people.
Ricochet’s human mom, Judy Fridono, volunteered for...
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Toxic Winter Plants
Winter Plants Poisonous to You and Your Pets
As frost rolls in and noses turn red there's no denying that winter will soon be in full swing. With temperatures dropping and trees losing their leaves, many are seeking to invest in festive-themed houseplants to bring some vibrance back, with the past week alone seeing a 5900% increase in Google searches around the globe for winter houseplants...
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12 Stays of Christmas
By Paris Permenter and John Bigley
While you probably won't spot three French hens or two turtle doves, Fido-friendly hotels are ready to usher in the holiday spirit with open arms and wagging tails, offering festive decorations, seasonal surprises, and cherished memories that will make your Christmas stay truly unforgettable.
Jingle all the way to a cozy holiday escape at one of these 12...
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Bow Wow Boise
Let the adventure begin for you and Fido in the City of Trees.
By Susan Sims, Publisher
I started visiting Park City in the early 70’s. Walking to the chair lift with my skis over my shoulder, it was often that someone would stop by to give me a lift. On one such occasion, a nice man stopped and offered me a ride to the ski resort. I commented on how much I loved coming to Park City to ski and...