The Friends of the Library Meet & Greet will be on Thursday, Nov. 6, from 9 to 11 a.m. at Ed Robson Library. Come by and meet the members of our amazing Friends of the Library. You can even sign up to become a member!
Tag: Meet & Greet
July 2025, Front Page
Brutal Arizona Summers and Your Dog
Arizona summers are brutal and can result in heat stroke, and hot pavement can burn feet. Visitors from other states, please take note. Balancing summer recreation and heat safety is serious business for dogs in Arizona. With rising temperatures, pets can become easily overheated outdoors or in vehicles. Take precautions and watch for signs of…
May 2025, Generals
More Excitement!
Most everyone knows that their dogs must walk. It is in their DNA. But most people do not think about engaging their best friend in mental stimulation. What kind of life is it to just hang around the house all the time? Get up, go for a walk, eat, lie around, eat, go for a…
May 2025, Generals
AFMA Fire Corps Has a Meet & Greet with New Members
Brian Curry In a combination Meet & Greet with several new members of the Arizona Fire & Medical Authority’s Sun Lakes Fire Corps, volunteer lead Randy Smith conducted a training on some new items carried in their rig, as well as holding an awards ceremony for the Fire Corps’ longtime volunteers.
April 2025, Generals
A Fun-Filled Spring
Spring in Arizona is upon us, and with our “Kids” being such an important part of our lives, spring is a great time to commit to making their health and well-being an even bigger priority. Here are just some ideas that can improve the lives of our cats and dogs: Measure your pet’s food, every…
Generals, February 2025
No One Wants Me—I Am Only 9
Although November was officially Adopt a Senior Pet Month, there is no time like the present—Valentine’s Day! Older dogs are relinquished to shelters and rescues at a time in their lives when they need us the most! Maricopa County Animal Care & Control takes in more than 45 dogs a day! Unfortunately, older dogs are…
December 2024, Generals
Supporting Animal Rescues
Time and time again, we get asked, “My condition currently restricts mobility to volunteer. How can we support a rescue?” First, a little about rescues and volunteering: About the Rescue Dogs: Each rescue dog is unique, and each one comes from a very different environment, type of socialization, neglect, abuse, or even abandonment. Sometimes their…
November 2024, Generals
Traveling with Your Pet
National Pet Travel Safety Day is Jan. 2, 2025, and Rover’s Kids are proactive, so this is a perfect time to share with all of Rover’s family, cousins, and Sun Lakes pet parents the importance of keeping your dog, cat, or critter safe when traveling with you in a car. While your pet is excited…
June 2024, Generals
No Dogs Allowed
FDA ruling now officially allows dogs to join owners in outdoor dining. The only caveat is that restaurants, bars, and cafés are still allowed to make their own rules about whether or not they want to welcome dogs. Being out and about is much more fun with the company of our four-legged friends, and now…
May 2024, Generals
Engage the Brain
D. Williams It is spring and time to get out and hike, bike, swim, and take long, leisurely sniff walks in the beautiful weather. Just as we pay attention to our own well-being, we need to do the same for our “Kids.” Rover’s Rest Stop Kids will tell you that we engage in every puzzle,…