A Kinship guide argues that the key to safe child–dog relationships is temperament and training, not breed, while offering a curated list of family-friendly dogs and practical guidance for parents. Read On…
Tommy the Blue Staffordshire Terrier has settled into a role as the household's attentive observer since his family's new baby arrived, performing duties described by the family as sleep supervision and door security. Read On…
The Peters family in Colorado Springs has launched an appeal on Colorado Gives Day to raise support for a service dog for their nonverbal son Elliott, whose care requires round‑the‑clock attention. Sunrise Service Dogs says many families remain on waiting lists because demand and costs outpace available resources. Read On…
The Pajaronian released its Best of Pajaro Valley 2025 Family & Pets winners, a readers’ choice list that highlights local child-care centers, pet retailers, restaurants and family destinations across the Pajaro Valley. Read On…
Ranjana Srivastava reluctantly agreed to a puppy for her two children; Odie, chosen from a countryside litter, has quietly become the centre of family life and a daily lesson in care and connection. Read On…
On June 4, Bauer, a fluffy Golden Retriever puppy, sprinted into his dad’s arms after his first day at daycare and then circled back to thank his new friends — a scene viewers called irresistible. Read On…
The Portland Sea Dogs will open Hadlock Field for a free, family-oriented Holiday at Hadlock on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with Santa Claus making a special arrival from the North Pole at 11 a.m. and meeting children afterward. Read On…