Saving James Harrison’s Pitbull

It appears as though pitbull that attacked Steelers’ linebacker James Harrison’s son will not be put to death. According to the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, the new owner is, “is a woman who specializes in rehabilitating pit bulls.”

Pitbulls are not easy dogs to own and are too often adopted by folks who just want to look [...]

Maher + Oreo = HAPPY!!

It’s His Birthday and He’ll Fart if He Wants to!

I adopted my 6/7-year old beagle Oreo (shelter name Ike) last July after a failed stint with a 1-year old Lab mix. Oreo was a stray so no one knows his exact birthday. Well, a puppy needs a birthday so I’ve decided to take my [...]

My Almost Failed Parenting

I could have been a failed dog parent. When I first decided that I wanted to get a dog, I knew I wanted a beagle, despite their supposed loudness and obstinancy. Something about those floppy ears and their spirit just captured me. 

I checked Petfinder for weeks and visited shelters a few times. Eventually, I [...]