The first time I laid eyes on Milagro, it was a beautiful summer day in 2008. I, my husband, and a friend were touring Whispering Hope Ranch in Payson, Arizona, an animal sanctuary and summer camp for children and adults with special needs. While on the tour, I noticed a striking, chestnut-colored horse with a […]
Do Animals Really Experience Emotion? What Every Pet Lover Should Know
My dog is not a child substitute. At least, that’s what his piano teacher says. ~ Rita Rudner Growing up, I shared a good portion of my childhood with our family’s little black and white tuxedo cat, Carla. Although Carla had a reputation for being notoriously aloof with strangers, she was fiercely loyal to me, […]