Why I stay on social media
I’m writing my fifth book which revisits a dark time for me. But the dogs kept my problems in perspective and Facebook memories tell me this.
Janetta Harvey Author, Blogger and Campaigner
When a retreat isn’t quite as planned
July was busy with friends and family visting and lots of other good things. There were also some less than good things. This summer two friends have faced big health crises with ongoing ramifications....
In what sort of world can this happen?
Eleven years ago I was about to embark on a life changing experience. Adopting my first rescue dog. Susie-Belle came home to us at the end of August 2011, with a lifetime of hurt...
Summer ramblings
Unexpected visitors combined with those planned with friends and family have scuppered my summer schedule. I’ve almost given up trying to stay on top of anything let alone everything.
Who Knew This About Snoopy?
I guess I’d never wondered where Snoopy started life. But seeing the evidence it makes me wonder how much has changed in fifty odd years.
Puppy Breeding, Seized Dogs and Rescue Reality
When dogs are seized from illegal breeders rescues can’t rehome them quickly. High costs and demands over many months is rescue reality.
What a strange month we’re leaving behind
Each summer I enjoy sharing photos of sunflowers on social media. If I do that this year it’ll be tinged with sadness. They’ll be a remindersof a terrible night for our local area.
Playing by the Rules
The other day I managed to catch on camera Albert Claude and Cerise in a delirious moment of play. At least Cerise seemed delirious for a split second, Albert was just being Albert. It’s...
A strange and sad week
All the reading I do in the world won’t make pet loss any easier. But I’ll keep doing it for now as I find comfort in words and knowledge.
Six years and six months of Cerise
I know every dog is unique. But emotionally I couldn’t help myself fitting Cerise into my expectations. I should have known better.