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  • Adventures in Petsitting

    Petsitting in Sidi Bou Said

    Blue Doors and Baubles
    Christmas in the heart of Tunisia’s ancient capital

    By By Jane Thomas

    “What about Tunisia?”

    He raises an eyebrow. “Tunisia?”

    I nod. 

    He looks out at the rain, a view that has remained unchanged for what feels like forever. 

    “It’ll be warmer there, right?” 

    I nod again. 

    “Dogs?” 

    I don’t even need to nod. Of course there’ll be dogs. 

    He closes the book he’s been...

  • 12 Stays of Christmas

    Woman standing in front of an old vintage Ford bus with her small dog at the Nantucket Hotel

    By Paris Permenter and John Bigley

    Whether you’re planning on “rockin’ around the Christ- mas tree” in a cozy cabin or searching for a beach where it’s anything but a “silent night,” you’ll find Fido-friendly getaways to make your holiday extra merry and bright. From snow-covered trails perfect for a “winter wonder- land” walk to warm destinations where you and your dog can frolic under the sun...

  • Stars of Social Media

    Sara Weldon holding her donky, Cash

    Sara Weldon and her fiancé Rick live on a small hobby farm in central Florida with a variety of animals.

    By Elise Phillips Margulis

    One of their donkeys, Emma, gave birth to a black foal seven months ago and rejected him. When Sara and Rick saw Emma kicking her newborn baby, they grabbed him and brought him into their house. They named him Cash after Johnny Cash because of his color.

    Social...

  • Intervertebral Disc Disease

    small dog - Honey wearing a DogSoul vest

    A lesson in alternative treatment when death is not an option.

    by Susan Sims, Publisher

    “If these pain meds don’t help, I am afraid that you may want to think about euthanasia.”

    Nothing can prepare you for a trip to the emergency vet, twice in one week. I am certain that I speak for many pet parents who are given the devastating news while delivered with the best intentions, puts the fear in...