I had told myself that my dog, Jack, had sent Maggie to me on a mission.  Maggie was 7 weeks old and came from the Senatobia Tate County Animal Shelter.  When I brought her home, my friend, Natalie Lee, helped me name the 7 week-old puppy .  Natalie said, "Why don’t you name her Magnolia, because she came from Mississippi, but call her Maggie for short?"  I liked that!  Maggie came home to my...

Sebastian Hughes It was with much sorrow we had to say goodbye to our beloved lap cat, Sebastian on May 27, 2022. A rescue cat from the neighborhood, early on it was evident, not that he would be ours, rather we would be his. He spoke with his eyes and an undeniable meow that quickly and assertively communicated his message to be answered without question. Behind the kind eyes and sharp meow was a demeanor like no other who loved sitting on laps first, his polka dot blanket second and...

My wife had the foster lady bring Mocha over for an interview for us for adoption. I told the lady; we have 3 dogs, and I don't want another. Thanks for coming and goodbye! The next day, my wife came home with Mocha anyway. I think Mocha knew I didn't want her, so she started sucking up to me right away. She followed me everywhere. Mocha didn't give up on me. She sat at the door every day at 4:00 waiting for me to come home from work. She slept beside my bed. Even fought another...

Oh My precious Lily dog, how I dreaded this day. As I poured through 7 years of photos of you and your journey through life with me...from feral street dog to spoiled house dog (and bed hog)...I was reminded how strong and resilient you always were. You, my dear Lily, taught me and impacted my life, my heart, and my work as a trainer in more ways than I could ever have imagined.  Lily belonged to a pack of dogs who lived in and around the downtown area of Jackson. She was born "on...

December of 2006, I was given a doggy bowl, along with a collar and leash for Christmas, with a note from my husband, "let's go pick out your dog". I still had 12 & 16 year old sons at home, at that time. I searched the newspaper trying to decide if I wanted another Pomeranian, like the one which died 3 years earlier or another breed. I also had a Corgi or Shelty on the list of possibilities. All I saw was Pomeranians available. I had wanted a little female, like my...

Daisy was 13 years old and was a joy in my life; When she was younger, her Daddy used to shoot blackbirds from the bird feeders so all of the good birds could eat.  She went to the window with him and waited until he shot the pellet gun.  If one was trying to get away. she would chase it down and bring it back.  We live in the country and have a 3-acre front yard.  She would fly around playing until she wore herself out.  It was the hardest decision I had to make as...

On December 22nd, 2011, My youngest daughter convinced me to go look at the puppies her church friends were giving away. Immediately, I knew which dog I wanted because he was running around and being playful compared to all the other puppies. Over the years, he became our guardian, part of our family, and my best friend. Papi was so sweet, obedient and extremely smart. He was protective of all of us and made sure we were shown unconditional love. Papi would always come to the door to greet...

To my beloved Max (Myax/Red Snapper/Macaroon/Pumpkin Spice), Our relationship started out purely professional with me as your sitter.Your life got a little “hairy”, and I was so blessed to provide your new forever home when you were 9 years old. You were a gift to me every single day. Thank you for your love, protection, snuggles, nuzzles, and most importantly all of the laughs which included the voice over work you allowed me as your personal narrator (pretty sure I nailed it)....

It’s been 12 days since you’ve crossed over, we still miss you and love u forever Priscilla - Family Santiago Alvarez

Mouse crossed over the rainbow bridge Thursday, February 3, 2022, following a tragic accident at home. He brought so much joy to our lives and taught us so much. He was and always will be our baby boy. One of our favorite things to do was wake him up with belly rubs in the morning. He would yawn and start making all kinds of funny noises and kick his little legs. Life was hard on the little guy though. He had a spinal anomaly, lost vision in one eye after a traumatic eye injury, bladder...