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Best Friends in the Nonahood: Maya – the Pointer Who Whistles Like a Teapot!

June 19, 2025 by Patricia Reber Leave a Comment

Yes, you read it right!  Maya, a female German Shorthaired Pointer, whistles like a teapot when she’s at home and wants the attention of her PAW-RENTS. Now THAT’S talent!   German Shorthairs, a refined breed, are often referred to as “the perfect pointer.” When you see Maya’s look and her gait, you will agree that she is a perfect pointer. Maya is a four-year old … [Read more...]

Best Friends in the Nonahood: Two Champions – a Veteran and His Dog

March 28, 2025 by Patricia Reber

Champ, this beautiful Boxer, will turn 3 years old in July, and you can certainly call him a “Champion” along with his owner, Marcus Muniz. Marcus, originally from New York, now resides in the Nonahood with his family and their dog Champ, the incredible Boxer. Speaking of incredible, Marcus, a former Marine, served in the Gulf War as a counter-terrorist specialist. He also had … [Read more...]

Best Friends in the Nonahood: Here Come the Australian Shepherds!

May 8, 2024 by Patricia Reber

If anyone is a client of Pet Paradise, you probably already know Gregor Acta-Adams. Gregor is the front-of-house supervisor who greets everyone with a warm smile and welcomes each and every animal upon arrival as well.  Gregor most recently married Leslie Massielle Acta-Adams. Gregor, who was born in Scotland, met Leslie during high school together … [Read more...]

Best Friends in the Nonahood: Woof, Woof! Tennis, anyone?

March 29, 2024 by Patricia Reber

If your tennis match happens to be interrupted by a speeding Golden Retriever, just shout out to “Buttercup”! She has a great return! Buttercup is partly owned by her original family and partly owned by Susan Ruchti, who acts as her doggie sitter and stand-in doggie mom. Susan happens to be a tennis player herself in addition to working at the USTA. Buttercup enjoys … [Read more...]

‘MOOOOOvvve Over Pooches, the Cows Are at the Gate!’

February 8, 2024 by Patricia Reber

This was a sight that turned my car around immediately. Driving down Tavistock Lakes Road, I noticed a sweet little boy sitting in his carriage very excitedly pointing to the cows and chatting away with a brown cow. His mother was by his side educating him, I’m sure. It was the sweetest vision as the sun was setting in the distance across the field, which gave a golden … [Read more...]

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