by tucsondog | Sep 2, 2026 | Special Feature 5
Story by Rebecca West Images courtesy of Rural Metro Fire Department This summer, the Rural Metro Fire Department had an unexpected guest of the best kind. The story begins on June 19th when someone rang the doorbell at Station 71 around 2pm. The reason for the...
by tucsondog | Sep 2, 2026 | Special Feature 4
Story by Heather McShea Photos provided by USDAA® When most people hear “dog championship,” they might picture perfectly groomed dogs circling a show ring, waiting for a judge to decide which one is the best. Agility is a very different kind of competition. There are...
by tucsondog | Sep 2, 2026 | Special Feature 3
Story by Rebecca West Photos provided by Caitlyn Hartman Deafness in dogs is a condition most of us never think about unless we’ve got an elderly pup experiencing diminished hearing. While common enough, the number of canines born with congenital deafness might...
by tucsondog | Sep 2, 2026 | Special Feature 2
Story by Rebecca West Images by Southwest Rescue Dogs, Inc. The diverse landscape of Southern Arizona offers some of the most scenic terrain to explore in all of America, with unforgettable State and National parks, extraordinary mountain chains, and, of course, the...
by tucsondog | Sep 2, 2026 | Cover Story
Story by Rebecca West In a classroom setting, few things can be as unnerving for a child as being asked to stand up and demonstrate their skills or knowledge in front of the entire class – particularly when it comes to reading. According to the National...
by tucsondog | Sep 2, 2026 | Special Feature 1
Story by Heather McShea I should probably begin by explaining something. Humans have a habit of giving ordinary days very dramatic names. “Miracle.” “Rescue.” “Hero.” Out here, we have simpler definitions. Sometimes you just notice someone who needs you. And then you...
by tucsondog | Jul 1, 2026 | Special Feature 5
Story and photos provided by Carlie Crockett Canine kinesiology taping is a therapeutic technique where a special elastic tape is applied to a dog’s body to support muscles and joints, reduce pain, and improve movement without restricting mobility. A stretchy,...
by tucsondog | Jul 1, 2026 | Special Feature 4
Story by Rebecca West This year, we’ve made it our mission to share and promote information on spay and neuter. We’ve undertaken this in the hope that doing so will educate and encourage Southern Arizonans to get their pets fixed at the time appropriate for the...
by tucsondog | Jul 1, 2026 | Special Feature 3
Story By Jenny Cain The Complete Canine Every year amidst the dry heat of June lurks the anticipation for the monsoon season to begin. They provide a brief respite from the heat, entertainment from the lightning and the oh-so-delightful smell of creosote. For many...
by tucsondog | Jul 1, 2026 | Special Feature 2
Story by Leo Alpha of Anecdotes The first signs were never dramatic. In fact, they were anything but. That was the problem. A subtle shift in air pressure. A low rumble of thunder that hadn’t committed to anything more ominous than a drum roll announcement at a...
