Articles
Pushing Those Buttons
by Jennifer Sharpe
Who’s your favorite talking animal on social media? Is it Bastian or Bunny the dog? Or perhaps you prefer felines, like Billi...
Pets & Their People: Dogs, Cats & Vinyl
by Jennifer Sharpe
Photos courtesy of Brian Price
Since opening in January 2024, Studio Records in Broken Arrow has been a pet-friendly destination, with owner Brian...
Brushing Up on Pet Dental Care
by Lauren Cavagnolo
Has your pup stopped eating like he used to or started pawing at his mouth? Maybe you’ve noticed his breath has been...
One Man’s Trash
by Nancy Gallimore
Photos courtesy of Ashley Dwyer
I recognized her eyes immediately from photos posted on Facebook. She was considering me politely, her gaze thoughtful...
New Year, New Pet
A new year is the perfect time for a fresh start whether you’ve welcomed a new puppy into your home or you’re ready to...
Community Roots
by Anna Holton-Dean
Photos courtesy of Shari Wilkins
Since May 2021, Lake Dog and Their People has been known as a place where dogs and their...
Foster Facts
by Sharon Bishop-Baldwin
Few things can be more beneficial to cats or dogs stuck in an animal shelter’s cage or a rescue group’s boarding facility...
Cat Chat: Cleopatra the Theatrical Cat
by Connie Cronley | Photos by Anna Norberg
In theater costume terms, a headpiece is any hat, crown or tiara worn on the head.
I saw...
Fur-Ever Love
This Valentine’s Day, we’re celebrating the furry, four-legged friends who make every day sweeter and a little bit funnier. From cuddles to quirky habits,...
Before You Wrap up That Pet
by Sharon Bishop-Baldwin
There’s nearly universal agreement among humans who have roles in caring for cats and dogs — veterinarians and rescue and shelter workers...
The Doorway Dilemma
by Mary Green
A simple, effective way to keep your dog safe when the doorbell rings is to keep a leash within easy reach of...
Safe & Merry
by Julie Wenger Watson
The holidays can be joyful, but anyone who’s ever white-knuckled it through three consecutive Thanksgiving meals or endured a tense “celebratory”...
Simon Says
by Lauren Cavagnolo
Photos courtesy of Cornerstone Ace Hardware
“Do you know where Simon is?”
It’s a question customers ask daily at Cornerstone Ace Hardware in Owasso....
A TulsaPets’ Holiday Gift Guide for All
The holidays are a time to slow down and show the ones you love just how much they mean to you. Whether it’s through...
Pete’s Pet Posse
by Kiley Roberson
Photos courtesy of Pete’s Pet Posse
At Oklahoma State University, stress relief might be just around the corner — literally. Whether it’s a...
Old Dog? New Tricks!
Story and photos by Nancy Gallimore
Brooke and I stepped onto our front porch to enjoy a blissfully temperate morning. As we moved into the...
Helping Critters Weather Winter
Story and photos by Sharon Bishop-Baldwin
Some of the harshest winter weather may still be weeks or even months away. But there’s no time like...
From Puppy Mill to Pratt Park
by Jennie the Lloyd
In my tiny backyard, my rescue dog Judy has found her calling. Once nameless and discarded by a puppy mill, the...
An Uphill Battle
by Jennifer Sharpe
Photos courtesy of Dr. Hans Gann, Edgewood Veterinary Hospital
After near-starvation, Everest begins his journey back to health and hope, thanks to the...
Canine Golden Years
Story and photos by Karen Dugan Holman, BS, BSE, MS
There she was — my new foster dog. I had seen her shelter pictures; she...
Timeless Love
Senior pets may not be the first to come to mind when you’re thinking about adopting, but they deserve a second look. November is...
Whiskered Wardens
by LEIGH ANN MATTHEWS
What can be said about barn cats? Plenty. These rugged, independent and resourceful felines are an integral part of many horse...
Active Seniors, Active Dogs
by MARY GREEN
“Wanna go for a walk?”
Few phrases light up a dog’s face quite like that one. Walking is a win-win for dogs and...
Teacher’s Pet
by Lauren Cavagnolo | Photos courtesy of Riverfield Country Day School
The dog days of summer are long gone, and it’s back to school …...
A Career in Animal Care Starts Here
by ANNA HOLTON-DEAN | Photos courtesy of TCC
Tucked unassumingly in the back of Tulsa Community College’s West Campus is a 20,000-square-foot hub of animal...
Recognizing Suicide Prevention Month
Story by and photos courtesy of SYDNEY PRUETT, LPC
September is Suicide Prevention Month, a time to bring attention to an urgent public health issue....
Shop Local for Fall Favorites
We’ve sniffed out must-have pet products from local retailers to keep your pets’ tails wagging all season long. From tasty treats and enrichment toys...
‘Pawsitive’ Presence at Jenks Southeast
by LAUREN CAVAGNOLO | Photos courtesy of Amy Berkinshaw
Every Tuesday and Thursday at Jenks Southeast Elementary, students are greeted not only by teachers and...
Parties and People and Pets
by CONNIE CRONLEY
Let’s talk about entertaining with pets in the home.
Some people think the pets are entertainment enough, but those who add people may...
Love in Balance
by HEIDE BRANDES | Photos courtesy of Kat Dinh
Kat Dinh stares at her two cats and feels the familiar pang of worry. Her 6-year-old...
Noir Beauties
Throughout the centuries, black cats have graced the laps of queens, found their way into famous artwork and prowled through pages penned by literary...
Black Cats, Lucky Companions
by ROWENA MILLS
You’ve probably heard the myth that “black cats bring bad luck” for as long as you can remember — though you may...
Fall for Your Pet
by KILEY ROBERSON
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, it’s the perfect time to slow down and savor the season with your...
Glamour at the Dog Show?
by NANCY GALLIMORE
You’ve seen the big dog shows on television — Westminster, The National Dog Show and Crufts, to name a few of the...
Traveling Companions
by Julie Wenger Watson
As our pets become more integrated into all aspects of our lives, it’s no longer a surprise to see a Chihuahua...
Watch Your Step!
Story and photo by Karen Dugan Holman, M.S., B.S., B.S.E.
People describe their age in several ways. Chronological, wisdom, aches and pains, retirement…. But not...
Upstanding Sitters
by Rowena Mills
Photo courtesy of Lyndsy Paulick
Going on adventures … visiting magical places … sharing life with animals….
Joe and Lyndsy Paulick of Owasso have...
Summer Fun
by Mary Green
Summer is a season of sunshine, splashing, and outdoor fun — but for dogs, it can also pose some serious risks. Dogs...
Squirrels of Oklahoma
by Inger Giuffrida, executive director, WildCare Oklahoma
Squirrels are one of the most prolific mammals on earth, with 278 species worldwide. They are members of...
Picking the Best Provider
Choosing the right veterinarian for your pet’s care is like selecting a doctor for yourself or your children. Finding the right provider is essential...
Nourishing the Soul
Animals Enrich Life and Career
by Rowena Mills | Photos courtesy of Stevie Thompson
“I remember always having pets as a child, mostly cats and dogs,”...
National Mutt Day
by Anne Rener
Jake. Handsome. Debonair. Lover of people, parties, and stuffed animals (his babies). We met by happenstance at an adoption event, but it...
Churchill’s Cats
by Rowena Mills
When British statesman Sir Winston Churchill’s grandson (also named Winston Churchill) and Mary Caroline d’Erlanager were married in July 1964, the family...
Claws and Paws
by Kim Doner
Have you ever observed how much animals differ from one another in how they’re designed to survive? For instance, look at all...
Drift off to Dreamland
Story and photos by Nancy Gallimore
Thump-thump, thump-thump, thump-thump. I glance up from my long- neglected email inbox and immediately attribute the rhythmic staccato to...
