I love this time of year when spring breathes new life into the world, and gardens burst forth with colorful blooms. Daffodils just popped up in front of my home, and they grow wild in the woods around here along with snowdrops. While this season of renewal brings joy to many, it also harbors hidden dangers for our beloved pets. Some of the most beautiful and commonly found spring plants can be toxic or harmful to dogs and cats if ingested. These plants are ore often found indoors and out. Let’s take a closer look at some of these plants to highlight their potential risks to pets and provide tips on how to keep your furry friends safe as you embrace the beauty of spring.

The decision to bring a furry companion into your life is a significant one, and it's essential to choose a responsible and ethical source when acquiring a new dog. Unfortunately, not all puppies sold in pet stores come from reputable breeders. In this blog, we'll shed light on what a backyard breeder is, how they sell dogs to pet stores, and why we should avoid purchasing dogs from such sources.

Are you tired of trying to find good stuff for your pets at the big chains like PetsMart? Would you like to be able to shop at a store where you can get personal attention, help, and advice? The good news is that a new pet store has opened in Columbia that offers all of that!

Last night I delivered prints from an end of life session to a couple who are grieving the loss of their beloved dog Petra. It has been about a month from our session days before Petra crossed that rainbow bridge, but the pain is still fresh, and we all shared some tears and some laughter as we looked at the prints and remembered this sweet dog.