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Creating a home that is beautiful, functional and welcoming for both pets and people
by Jennifer Sharpe
Would a family with two kids and another on the way buy a home with only two bedrooms? Not likely. Yet many homeowners overlook the needs of another important part of the family: their...
Paws in the Classroom
A growing therapy dog program is helping students navigate challenges and making a positive school culture even stronger.
by Sharon Bishop-Baldwin
New kids at school almost...
Lesson Learned
How my dog trained me after I thought I trained him
by Nancy Gallimore
I’m sitting at my desk working on my third guess in a...
Hit the Trail
Explore Oklahoma’s pet-friendly hiking trails with your dog this fall
by Sharon Bishop-Baldwin
Fall in Oklahoma means (slightly) cooler weather and a chance to get back...
Cat Chat: Have I Made a Huge Mistake?
‘At 80-plus years old, I just adopted a kitten!’
by Connie Cronley
What was I thinking?
When my last pet, the world’s happiest dog, died a few...
Curl Up With a Good ‘Tail’
Fall Reads for Pet Lovers of Every Age
by Kiley Roberson
As the leaves begin to change and temperatures cool, many of us find ourselves reaching...
Beyond Backyard Chickens: Taking the Next Steps in Urban Homesteading
In this follow-up to last issue’s urban homesteading feature, learn how gardening, hands-on experience and small ruminants can help aspiring homesteaders grow their skills.
by...
From Summer Snuggles to School Schedules
Help your pets transition from lazy summer days to busy school-year routines
by Lauren Cavagnolo
For many families, back to school marks the end of a...
Trust in Motion
Susan Gill and Creed’s Agility Journey
by Jennifer Cocoma Hustis
As an artist, I rarely witness the moment someone sees their dog captured in a fine...
From South America to Oklahoma
The Remarkable Journey of the Mississippi Kite
by Inger Giuffrida, Executive Director, WildCare Oklahoma
Spring is heralded in Oklahoma with the distinctive sight of Mississippi kites...
Why I Foster: When Temporary Homes Become Lifelines
In each issue this year, meet a local foster parent and discover why they open their home and heart to pets in need.
by Laura...
Small Steps, Big Wins
Update on Dodge’s Recovery Journey
Dodge’s recovery following his April 14 surgery at Scissortail Veterinary Specialists has brought encouraging progress in a relatively short amount...
When You Know
Facing the impending loss of a special dog
Story and photos by Nancy Gallimore
The call came in just after 10 a.m. on a Thursday morning....
A Place to Call Home
Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven secures permanent location
by Anna Holton-Dean
After nearly 18 months without a permanent home, Ward-Wiseman Animal Haven is finally building again.
In early April,...
Training Tip: Socialization
What It Really Means (and What Most People Get Wrong)
by Mary Green
Socialization is one of the most commonly used — and misunderstood — terms...
Cat Chat: Hot Cat Summer
How cats respond to extreme heat and the warning signs owners should watch for
by Jana Layton, DVM
Why Cats Struggle With Heat
Although felines evolved in...
Pets & Their People: A Foster That Became Family
Biscuit finds his forever home in the most unexpected way
by Jessica Sawatski
When Taylor Kennedy and her family lost both of their dogs within a...
Summer Reads for Animal Lovers
by Kiley Roberson
Whether your perfect summer day includes lounging by the pool, relaxing on the porch with your favorite furry companion or reading aloud...
A First Step Toward Urban Homesteading
Dreaming of backyard farming? Chickens are often the easiest place to begin. We break down city ordinances in Tulsa and Oklahoma City and explore...
10 Things That Make a Mutt
Some science. Some chaos. A whole lot of heart.
25% Mystery DNA — The shelter guessed “Lab mix,” but the ears, tail and attitude suggest...
