‘My Old Dog’ – a gem of book that sparkles with joy
There’s a magnetism about old dogs that I willingly allow to draw me in close and as an obsessive collector of good books, when I spotted the release of one that champions the lives...
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Now for something different, something bright, twinkly & new
After airing some awkward thoughts here the other day and people expressing concern over the sense of despondency and frustration I shared, I thought today I’d tip the balance a notch with something positive....
Why Discover Dogs Went Undiscovered By Me This Year
Around this time last year, I attended the Kennel Club’s Discover Dogs event in London at the invite of CARIAD. It was the first KC event I’d been to, never having been a fan...
Our snappy, greedy crocodile is back
What a difference a week makes – as well as a tub full of medication and a handful of injections. After Friday’s trip to the vet, Susie-Belle significantly picked up over the weekend and...
Susie-Belle’s mojo is still missing
A short update on Susie-Belle before the Schnauzerfest weekend begins. She hasn’t yet fully got her mojo back following Tuesday’s day at the vet but we’re hoping that this is because she’s such a...
We must be brave for Susie-Belle
This isn’t the post I’d wanted to write for Schnauzerfest Week, but life’s unkind at times so here we are, writing the saddest post I’ve ever had to put together. We found out yesterday...
The Grey Muzzle Organization
It’s no secret that I champion the adoption of older dogs. I do it wholeheartedly not only for the sake of the oldies who need to find new homes, but, for the impact it...
How one dog captured the hearts of many and inspired them to act
While I’m a UK based writer and campaigner, there are many good reasons why I often highlight issues in the US and follow the anti-puppy mill movement closely. The puppy business there is huge,...
6 Interesting Things About Twilight Bark
At Pup Aid I met many people, some for the first time, some old friends, and some I’d wanted to meet having found out something interesting from their blogs, and social media. Twilight Bark...
Schnauzerfest 2015
In May 2014 I came up with an idea for a weekend of walks to raise funds for the Diana Brimblecombe Animal Rescue Centre. With help and suggestions from a lot of people,...