About Lorna Paxton Ladd

A 20 year veteran in the pet industry, Lorna is the Director of Publishing & Monetization and Editor-in-Chief of RockyKanaka.com She lives in Southern California with her husband, daughter and 3 rescue pups: Cookie, Bella & Yodi. Contact her on [email protected]

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March 17, 2024
A groundbreaking animal rights law now allows dogs to be eligible for “joint custody” in place of being treated as “shared property.”
March 14, 2024
In a world where age is just a number, and pie is a universal language of love, Camp Golden Years Senior Dog Rescue in Tehachapi, California, became the epicenter of what can only be described as the “Great British Bark Off,”
March 14, 2024
Discover the joy of dog-friendly treats at popular chains! From whipped cream delights to IceDream scoops, treat your pup to a special snack on your next visit.
March 13, 2024
Dogs love to chew, especially on weird things. Here’s a rundown of the strangest dog chew treats that pups love but make us humans gag.
March 12, 2024
In the upcoming Lionsgate film “Arthur the King,” a down-on-his-luck athlete finds an unexpected friend in a stray dog named Arthur. But for one very real shelter pup also named Arthur, the search continues for his own hero – someone who sees the worth in going the distance for a loving companion. 
March 12, 2024
There is a unique subset of canines purposely bred to pursue a rather unlikely quarry – rats. These feisty, fearless rat catching dogs were invaluable in helping to control rodent populations on farms, ships, and even industrial settings.
March 12, 2024
Just weeks ago, the future was frighteningly uncertain for Kyra, a 9-year-old American Staffordshire Terrier from Nashville.
March 12, 2024
Despite her effervescent personality and ability to brighten any room, this beloved pit bull mix still awaits her perfect forever family.
March 11, 2024
In the cruel world of high-kill shelters, fortunes can shift in an instant, and the line between life and death is razor-thin.
March 10, 2024
Meet Buddy, a dog with a 4-year wait for a family. Despite setbacks and heartache, his hope for a forever home in 2024 remains. Discover his resilient journey