If you’ve read my blogs in the past, you know that I write a great deal about the connectedness between animals and humans. Whether it is witnessing a beautiful whale in an ocean, swimming with dolphins, or bonding with the family dog or cat, there is an unspoken relationship we have with animals that is sometimes quite awe-inspiring. And occasionally an incredible image from humankind’s connection to animals emerges that captures the interconnectedness of all beings who inhabit the … [Read more...]
Ready to Meet a New Furry Friend
Ready to Meet a New Furry Friend Three years have passed since my wonderful dog Bella crossed over the Rainbow Bridge. She was truly a dear companion to me and will always live on in my heart. However, I’ve recently been contemplating the idea of dating and perhaps even committing to a new live-in companion. Yogi is currently my top choice, although at 35 (dog years) he’s quite a bit younger than me. I came across his profile recently and I think I may be in love. Single white male … [Read more...]
The Inspirational Power of Unlikely Friendships
When I was a teenager, a remarkable Disney film was released called The Incredible Journey. Filmed in Calgary, Canada, it tells the heartwarming story of a cat named Tao and two dogs named Bodger and Luath. When their family goes on vacation, they decide to leave the animals temporarily in the custody of a friend. The threesome quickly decide to take matters into their own “paws,” embarking on a harrowing 250-mile journey across the Canadian Rockies. They risk lives and limb, look out for … [Read more...]
Animals Have Feelings, Too
While watching the news during the past few weeks, I was especially moved by the story of Tahlequah, a female orca in the waters north of Seattle whose newborn calf died shortly after birth. While I understand that we humans too often tend to anthropomorphize animal behavior, what happened next was so relatable and moving to me as a mother. Rather than abandon her calf’s body to the ocean, Tahlequah buoyed its body up onto her back, carrying it for 17 days before finally relinquishing it to a … [Read more...]
