Becky Sowers

Three dogs rescued by local firefighters

Oh how I'm beginning to fall madly in love with the firefighters in the Oklahoma City area (this includes Edmond, Norman, Yukon, etc...)! Yet again, the fearless men and women who fight the good fight (and really...

Mr. Monk and the Dog

This is a slight diversion from normal articles, but I just had to give a shout out to the writers of the USA Network show "Monk." I can honestly say that the most recent episode of this...

Oklahoma puppy mill rescues need help

OKLAHOMA CITY -- More than a hundred dogs were found in dire condition after a puppy mill owner had neglected them for years. While their neglect and number are overwhelming, their rescue is in the works. It's an overgrown...

Death by chocolate

‘Tis the season when all the extra treats show up on entry tables, counter tops and coffee tables. Halloween through Christmas (and let’s not forget Valentine’s Day down the road) bring out the chocolate, sugar...

ASPCA and Oklahoma City launch national partnership

Collaborative Campaign Aims to Save At-Risk Pets in OKCThis week, the ASPCA® (The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) welcomed two animal welfare groups in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma as part of its national community...

OK Humane fights the big, black dog syndrome

As most dog lovers will attest, any dog (regardless of color or size) has a heart of gold. Yes, there are rare exceptions, but almost every dog does one thing really well --- love unconditionally. It’s...

Common sugar substitute health risk to dogs

A sugar substitute found in a variety of sugar-free and dietetic cookies, mints and chewing gum is proving highly toxic, even fatal, to snack seeking dogs. Veterinarian Dr. Michael Kopf (St. Louis, MO) continues to treat seven-year...

Dog day afternoon in Bricktown

I’m impressed.When the “My Life as a Dog” Challenge kicked off last Saturday there were eight participants. It’s now Friday and there are still six in the game. Apparently one challenger quit...

Parade your pooch this Sunday

It's official. It's time to embarrass your dog! Break out the costumes, sweaters and assorted paraphernalia... the time to humiliate your dog is upon us! The lovers of dogs and doggie parades will be out...

"My Life as a Dog" Challenge starts in Bricktown

“My Life as a Dog Challenge” starts tomorrow, September 12, eight contestants will live chained to doghouses in Bricktown. The last person to withstand the elements wins a free CNG vehicle donated by Chesapeake Energy Corp. The challenge...

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