Articles
The Great Migration
Why hundreds of millions of birds depend on Oklahoma and how each of us can help protect them
by Inger Giuffrida, Executive Director, WildCare Oklahoma
Photos...
Why I Foster: More Than 100 Second Chances
In each issue this year, meet a local foster parent and discover why they open their home and heart to pets in need.
After fostering...
Training Tip: Kids and Dogs
Building Safe, Happy Relationships
by Mary Green
Lately, I’ve been answering a lot of questions from parents about raising children and dogs together. Having dogs and...
Pets & Their People: Every Pet Has a Story
From her own rescued companions to the pets she photographs, Lisa Jewell has spent a lifetime celebrating the animals she loves
For award-winning photographer Lisa...
Pet Friendly By Design
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...
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...
Autumn Unleashed
From sniff walks and seasonal outings to homemade treats and cozy comforts, find new ways to celebrate fall with your furry friends.
Pet-Friendly Outings
Fetch Some...
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...
Adopting a New Attitude
Cities invest millions in new municipal animal shelters
by Sharon Bishop-Baldwin
Across Oklahoma, new state-of-the-art municipal animal shelters are proliferating almost as quickly as the stray...
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....
