Whisker Warriors

Those three simple words in this title are the motto and foundation of New Orleans Bulldog Rescue.

From Dolly Parton’s “Cracker Jack” and Carrie Underwood’s “The More Boys I Meet, the More I Love My Dog” to Patti Page’s “How Much Is That Doggie in the Window?”, our four-legged friends have given some of the musical greats inspiration to create music we have loved through the decades.

Listening to the daily news, we hear about the tireless efforts of first responders to keep us safe and protected, sometimes putting their lives on the line on our streets. The daily stresses we face in doing our jobs pale in comparison to what they go through.

I have always agreed that dogs are man’s (actually everyone’s) best friend. Just like with people, good friendships take work, patience, trust and lots of love. This is where Professional K9 Solutions can make a huge difference in how you relate with your pet.

Therapy dogs have proven hugely beneficial for many work environments. Dogs can elevate human mood, offer social support, mobility assistance, help regulate emotion thus reducing stress, anxiety and depression.

I cannot imagine my life without a dog in it. The day’s troubles simply melt away when I walk through my front door and Magnolia, my precocious four-year-old miniature dachshund, runs up to me, tail wagging with exuberant joy in her heart.