“She was convinced we were gonna leave her in the woods.” Megan adopted Sophie in 2009 and lived in Chicago ever since. This was their first camping trip. While Sophie had no logical cause for concern, she just felt a little out of her element. “She had just gotten groomed, she had bows in her hair . . . she …
“She had worn down her kennel bars trying to get to be with people.” Even 11 years later, Lesley remembers the day she met Bella well. Her feverish desire to be around people never went away. It just needed to be harnessed. That afternoon was day one of that process. But, it wasn’t actually their first interaction. Lesley just didn’t …
Never bet against a dog and the right kind of love. Located around 50 miles outside of Salt Lake City, Utah, Blue Moon Ranch is a pretty magical place. Home to over 60 alpacas, a dozen chickens, two cats, and six dogs, its seven acres carry no shortage of incredible stories of life, loss, nature, and all of the …
“If we ever got a dog, we should name him Berwyn.” In the category of bold first date statements, deciding what to name your future dog together certainly makes the list. But, it’s not so crazy if it comes true, right? Ed & Dan, now happily married, are the proud founders of the Urban Pooch Canine Life Center in Chicago’s …
Nearly four years ago, Michele Borello lost her mother after a rapid health decline. Already planning on adopting a dog, Michele brought Butch home within days of her mother’s passing. Looking back on the experience now, she’s not sure how she would have endured the time without him. “He absolutely got me through the grieving process,” Michele says. With a …
Every day can be a victory parade if you’ve got the right attitude. Just ask Badger & Angus. Along with their humans, Christy & Matthew, the four live in Chicago’s Wrigleyville neighborhood, where they’ve grown an adoring fan base roaming the streets near Wrigley Field. Gamedays, off days, rain, shine, win, lose – it’s not hard to find Badger & …
“Just have fun and love your dog. They’ll show you who they are.” For Ashley Gaer, it’s simple but important advice that she offers to any first-time dog owner. Ashley shares her home with her husband, Andrew, and two Newfoundlands, Cass & Elmore. Together, their everyday adventures delight thousands on Instagram as @TheLoganSquareBears. Newfoundlands are known for their affectionate, loyal, …
“He makes the bad days great and the best days perfect.” Those adoring words belong to human Billy about his wire-haired dachshund, Einstein. Today, the love between the two is massive, but their story unfortunately begins at a moment of heartbreak. After a long-term relationship came to an abrupt end, Billy had decided that once the dust settled, he’d adopt …
New life adventures always bring uncertainty. And even when so much is unknown about a new road ahead, here are three things we know to be true: Some parts will be terrifying. Some parts will be pure joy. All parts will definitely be better with a dog. In the case of Marissa & Griffith, check, check, and mega-check. Three …
As anyone who’s had a dog in their family can attest, it doesn’t take long before the family tree is rewritten. Kids gain another sibling. Parents quickly become “Mom & Dad” to one more. It’s sort of like using “we” when talking about a favorite sports team. It just feels better. And it feels right. Dogs are woven into the …
