A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
August 14-25, 2023 Virtual Book Tour The chance to unearth secrets of the past is a dream come true for American college student Maddie McGuire when she's granted an internship at the ancient Roman Baths in England. Her visions of archeological discoveries are waylaid, though, by mysterious events, suspicious packages, and unfriendly co-workers who assign …
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Working dogs come in all shapes, sizes, and breeds, and provide essential support for individuals and agencies alike. One particular type of working dog is the explosive detection dog. These dogs are often referred to as bomb sniffing dogs or more simply as bomb dogs, and are trained to detect a variety of explosive materials. …
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With temps hovering stubbornly in the triple digits, it's a good time for safety reminders and "stay cool" tips. Whether you live in an urban environment or the quiet countryside, there are some simple strategies that can help you and your dog enjoy your summer adventures. Exercise early in the day. Getting Sasha out for a …
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Exploring the origins of dog breeds is an ongoing passion of mine. You may remember I've already shared some fascinating information about two breeds that originated in Scotland: Shetland Sheepdogs (aka Shelties) and Golden Retrievers. Of the fifteen Scottish breeds still in existence today, six were purposely bred to herd and drive livestock. One of …
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Buddy The Wonder Cat here. You’re probably wondering what I’m doing on a website that’s usually all about dogs. It was Mama’s idea; I was just sitting on our desk helping her work and she told me I was in the way. Now if you’ve ever lived with a cat, you know we never get …
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