by tucsondog | Jul 1, 2021 | Special Feature 4
Story and photos by Nancy Schuessler Joan Nickum is on a mission. Her mission is saving dogs. She coordinates a network of volunteers who move dogs by car, truck, van, ferry, or even plane, to cities and towns where they can be adopted. Every hour of every day, dogs...
by tucsondog | Apr 27, 2021 | Special Feature 4
Story by Christian McShea, Photos courtesy Heather McShea Everyone always tells you when you’re young that life isn’t always easy, but you’re young so who cares; I can handle it! Then you get older and life turns into a domino effect created by your choices and...
by tucsondog | Feb 27, 2021 | Special Feature 4
Upon crossing the border from Tucson into Puerto Peñasco, Mexico (Rocky Point), one is met with gorgeous beaches, cultural experiences, and usually several street dogs. The homeless pet population in Mexico is significant, leaving an impression on many people...
by tucsondog | Dec 31, 2020 | Special Feature 4
Story by Brian Pettepiece Nestled in the heart of Arizona’s sprawling wine country lies a beacon of hope for southern Arizona’s homeless dogs. Rescued Hearts Cellars is a non-profit operated by Rancho Rossa Vineyards located in Sonoita, AZ. Breanna Hamilton and her...
by tucsondog | Oct 30, 2020 | Special Feature 4
Story by Brian Pettepiece Photos courtesy of Judy Beery Sometimes it’s the size of a rescue organization’s network that can make all the difference in a homeless dog’s life. In this case it was one of a rescue’s foster volunteers that alerted the rescue to a lost dog....
by tucsondog | Aug 26, 2020 | Special Feature 4
In Memorandum: Many of you have read the story of Rainbow Bridge. It tells the story of where our pets go when they die and how they will be waiting for us to arrive when it is our time. A while ago, we found another version of this story as it...
