Local Services

Make A Splash: Properly Introduce Your Dog to Water

For some dogs, water is love at first splash. For others, it takes patience and a thoughtful approach to turn that nervous paddle into a joyful swim. Whether you're hoping to enjoy lakeside weekends, prepare for hydrotherapy, or simply offer your pup a new way to cool off, a positive introduction to water is essential.Here’s how to ease your dog into aquatic adventures with confidence and safety:1. Start Slow and Keep It ShallowBegin with calm, shallow water—like a kiddie pool, splash pad, or...

Health + Wellness

Stuck In Pain? How To Actually Heal.

For far too long, we've been led to believe that inflammation is the enemy when it comes to pain and injury. We're told to ice it, take anti-inflammatories, or get a steroid shot to quiet things down. While these methods may seem to offer temporary relief, they may actually be working against your body in the long run.But as an expert in the field, I’ve found that silencing inflammation isn't the same as resolving it. In fact, when we use approaches like ice, NSAIDs (non-steroidal...

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New Beginnings: Why Early Training Transforms Rescue Dogs

Bringing a rescue dog into your home is a rewarding and compassionate decision. These dogs often come from challenging environments and may have behavioral or emotional hurdles to overcome. Getting started with a training program early can make a significant difference in their long-term well-being and your bond with them. Here are four compelling reasons to begin training your rescue dog as soon as possible.1. Establishing a RoutineRescue dogs benefit greatly from a predictable routine...

Fitness

Regenerate. Relieve. Restore. Reclaim.

Groundbreaking Alternative Helps Aging Adults Eliminate Chronic Pain Return To Active, Fulfilling Lives Article by Dr. Beth Templin, HouseFit Physical Therapy & Fitness | Photography by Lentini Productions Chronic Pain Shouldn't Steal Your Summer Chronic pain has a way of quietly shrinking one's world. What once were joyful summer pastimes -- traveling with family, tending to a garden or spending hours on the golf course -- begin to feel impossible. Stiff joints, aching backs and persistent...

Arts + Culture

Where Did The Turtles Go?

Children's Book Reminds Of Simple Joys From Nature Article by Julie Brown Patton Noticing little things in life spurs imagination and hope. Just ask St. Louis resident Katie Lerwick, who says Forest Park has been an important part of her routine for years. During walks with her dog, Carl, in the park, she states they both enjoyed finding turtles. She began to take and frequently share photos of those turtles with friends. One day, when she witnessed the innocent curiosity of preschoolers...

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Providing Bi-State Nutritional Security For 50 Years

St. Louis Area Foodbank Celebrates Five Decades Of Assistance In Hunger Relief Article by Julie Brown Patton Supporters of St. Louis Area Foodbank, the largest provider of food and personal care items to those in need in the St. Louis metropolitan bi-state region, are commemorating the agency's 50th year since being founded in 1975. Creating a nutritionally secure Missouri and Illinois is their mission. Meredith Knopp, Foodbank president/CEO, says the Foodbank distributes more than 43 million...

Home + Design

Helping Homeowners Love Yards

Elevate Outdoor: Exceptional Spaces, Extraordinary Memories Article by Robin Seaton Jefferson “Our message is: ‘Exceptional spaces, extraordinary memories.’ We take care of your property like we own it.” Tony Meyer, chief sales and marketing officer of Elevate Outdoor in St. Louis, says the outdoor design, build and maintenance company wants its clientele to “imagine what their lives could be like. We lay the foundation for families to lead fulfilling lives. The home is the space where the...

Home + Design

Rain Gardens

Naturally Manage Water Runoff And Improve Water Quality Article by Tracy Bono, Missouri Master Naturalist | Photography by Darla Preiss, Missouri Master Naturalist Chances are you've seen a native rain garden in your community already. These clever groundskeeping techniques are gaining in popularity with gardening professionals as well as landowners.  Rain gardens come in many designs and incorporate a variety of moisture-loving plants. All use a shallow depression in the ground, and are...

Arts + Culture

Farmer's Market Frenzy

Local And Bucket List Markets For Summer Shopping Article and Photography by Mel Boban 1. Boulevard Farmer's Market, Richmond Heights This market is small but mighty, just across from Galleria in Richmond Heights. Stroll The Boulevard on Sunday mornings for picks from local butchers, candle makers farmers and even basket weavers.  2. Webster Groves Farmer's Market Rotating locations biweekly between Maypop Shop and Big Bend Boulevard on Sundays, shoppers can find everything from fresh...

Local Services

Welcome To The Cordial Canine

Welcome to The Cordial Canine: Where Good Dogs Become Great CompanionsAt The Cordial Canine, we’re more than a dog training facility — we’re a space where dogs and their owners can learn, play, and thrive together. Our mission is to create happy dogs in happy homes, providing personalized services that foster trust, obedience, and a strong bond between you and your furry best friend.🐕 Modified Day Camp: A Social Experience Catered to Your DogWe understand that every dog is unique, and that’s...