Author: Carole Bigwood

Canines Uncorked Tour, benefiting Oregon Humane Society

On July 20, the wineries of Oregon and North Willamette are opening up for a special one-day event. The cost is $40 in advance or $50 at the door. You […]

Lacey Wants A Home-Rescue

Lacey is an American Pit Bull Terrier whose owners could no longer care for her. She once was a companion and is wondering why she ended up at the shelter. […]

Who Wants A Cookie-Rescue

A few weeks back, I was having lunch with friends at Who Song and Larry's. Just off the shore we noticed a boat had sunk in the river. I later […]

It’s Dog Gone Hot

This week the temperatures are going to be hot, hot, hot. It is very important that pets have water and shade or be kept indoors with air condition. If you […]

Fireworks — Dog On The Run

The Forth of July is approaching fast. Those of you with pets will know this can be scary for pets. Did you know that on the July 4 holiday more […]

The Buzz on Grooming

Bath time for Fido can be an inside job provided your pet fits in the bathtub or sink. They tend to prefer warm water as do I. On average, a […]

Going for a car ride

Earlier this week a ticket was issued for a pet on drivers lap. Some states have laws requiring pets to be restrained when riding in vehicles. We love our pets […]

A Walk in the Park-Dog Park

The nice weather will be here soon. If your dog is like mine they are tired of being cooped up. In Vancouver, we have great parks and trails for hikes […]

Rescue Me Again

This is a story about my old dogs Butch and Sundance. When I first went to the shelter I was looking for a small dog. But one dog caught my […]

Little Buggers-Fleas and Ticks

Living in the Northwest everyone thinks that their dog won't get fleas, ticks or worse. Not true. Many dogs can get them in their own yard or on walks in […]

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