Author Archives: Jackie Hirtz

It’s not that easy to train a dog. Even though I’ve learned so much over the last ten years, and even though I know what to do, often I’m overwhelmed or anxious when certain situations arise. That’s why I’m so … Continue reading →

Ella Rosebud, A.K.A. The New Puppy, wasn’t feeling good about hearing the fireworks … so close, so loud. As soon as I put on her Thundershirt, she settled down and went to sleep. This product should be called The Constant … Continue reading →

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This is from Marcy Winograd who loves animals and has welcomed many rescue dogs and cats into her home over the years. Marcy is the only congressional candidate I know of who crafted an animal welfare policy as part of … Continue reading →

I watched Bobby, a small boy with red hair and freckles face the wall and slowly make his way around the perimeter of the school’s multi-purpose room.  His walk was uneven and jerky as he examined objects in the air, … Continue reading →

Okay, so we’re not just about dogs. We love cats, too. Check out one of our favorite sites Writers and Kitties.

So I’m hearing a lot of activity on my patio awning, thinking that couldn’t be a million lemons falling… or a lot of squirrels taking shortcuts to the apricot tree… I go outside and there is the sweetest dove on … Continue reading →