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Arizona in September is a “balmy” 100-plus degrees. Arizonans know this. They also know that pets play a special place in their homes - and hearts. I capped my stay in this great Western state by giving a talk at the Changing Hands Bookstore in Phoenix before a crowd of dedicated dog and cat lovers. Plenty of two-leggers plus a special four-leg… read more

Posted in Travel

Arizona in September is a “balmy” 100-plus degrees. Arizonans know this. They also know that pets play a special place in their homes - and hearts. I capped my stay in this great Western state by giving a talk at the Changing Hands Bookstore in Phoenix before a crowd of dedicated dog and cat lovers. Plenty of two-leggers plus a special four-leg… read more

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Traveling coast-to-coast on this national book tour offers one benefit - the opportunity to meet and hang out with grr-eat dogs and cats. During my stop in Phoenix, I had the good fortune to meet a lovable yellow Lab named Tana. Her two-legged friend, Neal, graciously allowed me to "borrow" her for my appearance on Channel 3's "Good Morning, Arizon… read more

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I love teaming up with a good cause. On Saturday, the gang from SNAPS brought several worthy dogs in search of permanent, loving homes to my book signing at The Muttropolis in downtown La Jolla, CA. Grrr-eat news! A couple of dogs DID get adopted, including a sweet, smart mutt who I taught to sit, stay, and watch me within 5 minutes. If you find yo… read more

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It’s grrr-eat to be home in between tour legs. During my five-day break before I head out to the Midwest, I spent one morning on the TV set of “San Diego Living” on The CW network. Live - with my two dogs, Chipper and Cleo. Whenever I put on their matching burgandy bandanas, they seem to know it’s “show time” and bring out their best be… read more