The bond between a man (or woman) and his (or her) dog is a special one, especially when they grow up together. The loss of a beloved family member is painful. When my longtime friend & colleague Jaycee Falcon lost his longtime companion, Tucker on Mardi Gras 2015, the pain was evident. She'd been with him since she was a pup.
Bretagne was a first responder. She searched for survivors in the wreckage of the World Trade Center after the 9/11 terrorist attacks. She responded to hurricanes Katrina, and Rita.
'Neither snow nor rain nor heat nor gloom of night stays these couriers from the swift completion of their appointed rounds' is the well - known USPS motto.
We got a yellow lab puppy named Harley Mae. She is completely spoiled and is a constant source of entertainment. After she was spayed, the vet suggested giving her ice water to get her to drink. How funny!
You may recall the story of Harvey, a dog who was shot and left for dead in St. Landry Parish. Well, I'm sad to report that another dog has been found abused and left for dead.
"Bridget" was spotted by a concerned citizen in a coulee in St...