I, on behalf of our FiveSibes #LiveGibStrong K9 Epilepsy Awareness Campaign, have some very exciting news to share ~ in partnership with a huge congratulations to a dear friend and fellow Epi-dog hu-mom!    Barbara Drury, whose now furangel Epi-dog, "Manilow B. Magic," fondly called Manilow (yes, he was named after the singer!) was one of the beautiful Epi-stars featured in my book, EPIc Dog Tales: Heartfelt Stories About Amazing Dogs Living & Loving Life With Canine Epilepsy. He was also featured in my November's Epi-Star Features HERE if you'd like to read all about this amazing dog who did not let epilepsy get in his way of enjoying life. Barbara's original best buddy, the handsome Epi-dog "Manilow" was featured in EPIc Dog Tales: Heartfelt Stories About Amazing Dogs Living and Loving Life With Canine Epilepsy, an award-winning large coffee table resource book by me, the FiveSibesMom, Dorothy Wills-Raftery. Manilow was not just Barbara's han...

D ogs love to socialize and make friends with other dogs, whether they are out on walks, romping in the dog park or hanging out at a daycare. Doggy daycare centers began trending in the 1990s under the same concept that holds true for childcare centers—to offer people a safe and interactive place for their babies to be, whether for a few hours, the day, or overnight. But, how can dog parents be sure their furry best friends will be safe?   Shop Around & Tour Facility Barbara Drury, owner of Manilow’s Canine Playground in Devens, Massachusetts ( https://www.manilowsdoggiedaycare.com/ ) welcomes between 25 and 30 dogs each day to her center, where she and her staff and volunteers engage the dogs in activities, feeding, and even nap time! Drury s hares what she believes is the most important thing to look for when searching for doggie daycare centers. “ The most important thing is to ‘shop around.’ Go visit different daycares and ask questions to help y...