FEATURES IN THIS ISSUE

 

24 En Pointe…Easy to Judge. More Difficult to Understand.

While society may encourage individuality, it is that uniqueness which often makes others uncomfortable. We invited Azara Ballet, a professional dance troupe with a different mission, to meet us at Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center. Photography by Laura Allen Studios.

 

30 X’s and O’s Off  The Football Field.

We visited with Logan and Ashley Ryan to discuss their commitment to, among other things, diversifying the world of animal sheltering while helping homeless animals through their foundation, RARF. Photography by Jacqui Silla, Woof Marketing.

 

37 Confessions Of A Novice Dog Sitter

How hard could pet-sitting for friends be? A dog-loving couple soon find out, and live to write about it in this lighthearted, self-deprecating piece.

 

44 K9 Memorial
An annual ceremony is a service of love and remembrance for first responders.

 

46 The Day I Learned to Fight for Greyhounds

Animal advocate Christine A. Dorchak reveals the inspiration behind her life'spassion: Putting an end to Greyhound racing around the globe, once and for all.

 

PLUS...

 

Our Books, Movies, Music & More Column...

 

Hot Product Reviews For Cool Dogs...

 

AND MUCH, MUCH MORE...

 

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2024 marks our 18th year of publishing. Every cover has always featured an original work of art by a different artist.

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