We had this sweet girl for a little over 14 years. First German Shepard and what a great family friend. It was very hard to make that call, but Dr. Hilst made it so much better. We are grateful for her caring and compassion in this sad time. From: Carolyn
The only really awful thing about Penelope’s death was that it was several years too soon. There is an honesty in the love of a companion animal that is immune to the corruption of words, insecurities, and perceived intentions. Everyday, the moment they see you, is the best moment of their life every time it …
Libby was so proud to receive her TDI Therapy Dog certification and “dog tags”. Libby was the “Pack Nanny” for 15 Foster Dogs and helped to find their “Forever Homes & Families”. An exceptional dog, my Best Friend, and always in my heart. From: Eve Cooper
About 18+ years ago, this house in Janesville was being built. It had white carpet, white furniture, white walls (keep in mind this was popular in the late 90’s) anyway, it was decorated in about 50 shades of white. I was a perfectionist and more fussy than I am now (I know that is hard …
Remembering our Pets 2015. National Pet Remembrance Day in Madison. Photos, speech. Annual event.
In celebration of Booker, (a.k.a. named after James Booker, an acclaimed piano player from New Orleans); b. 3/2002 – 8/2015.. Booker “lived a rock star life,” spending a portion of the year in New Orleans hanging out with neighborhood “ruffian” dogs, Pappy and Pork Chop at the Maple Leaf Bar where dogs are still welcomed, …
Zeppelin wasn’t in our lives for very long, but the love we shared for each other was timeless. We adopted Z from a shelter in July 2014. His name then was “Gramps”. He was big. He was black. He was old. He was the best well mannered gentleman I had ever met. Someone loved him …
On an early spring day in 2010, Dr. Katie saved the life of an 8-year old Westy, who came to be called Boo. Knowing that my wife Mary and I were grieving the recent loss of our 18-year old kitty Lucy, Katie introduced us to this little bundle of energy, wonder and joy. It was …