Hi SaddleBrooke Progress friends! I’m Emma, a cheerful little bichon-poodle mix living here in SaddleBrooke with my human Bill. You may have seen us out walking on the golf course paths or cruising in our golf cart. In this column, I’m here to share a dog’s-eye view on your questions about life, pets, neighbors, and…
Tag: dogs
July 2025, Features
We’re Buddy Walkin’

Dick Hardy Side by side, in morning’s grace, Steppin’ in sync, a gentle pace. Hummin’ softly, hearts aglow, Through the dawn, together we go. We’re Buddy Walkin’ We’re Buddy Walkin’ We’re Buddy Walkin’ We’re Buddy Walkin’ Shoulders brush and our butts sway, Sunlight dances through our day. on a mission, and all can see…
July 2025, Features
Introducing ‘Ask Emma,’ Advice and Paw-spective from a Little White Dog

Emma, a Little White Dog Hello SaddleBrooke neighbors! My name is Emma. I’m a cheerful bichon-poodle mix who lives here with my human, Bill. You may have seen us out on the cart paths early in the morning or around the neighborhood in our golf cart. I have lots of dog friends—Oliver, Jack, Mimi, Lulu,…
June 2025, Generals
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – June 2025

Millions for Tucson Raffle—It’s A Win-Win SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network is excited to announce that they are once again participating in the Jim Click Millions for Tucson Raffle, which supports 501(c)(3) organizations based in Southern Arizona. Participating organizations retain all proceeds from ticket sales. This means that when you purchase a ticket, it is an…
May 2025, Generals
Please Show Up!

Mary Richling Thanks, SaddleBrooke, for adopting dogs from Pinal County Animal Care Center! The shelter is still double its capacity and needs even more volunteers, fosters, and adopters. To help walk dogs, show up between 6 and 9 a.m., sign in, and a friendly dog will be given to you. If you can’t walk, you…
February 2025, Front Page
Hikes Are Going to the Dogs!

Ruth Caldwell It was a crisp, sunny morning when eight hikers and five dogs set out for a dog-friendly club hike in the 50 Year Trail area. Ari, Susie, Hudson, Marley, and Pepe had a wonderful time taking in all the different sights, smells, and tastes along the trail. Of course, the hikers enjoyed being…
January 2025
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – January 2025

Are You Ready to Win Some Cash? By now, many of you have purchased your ticket(s) for the SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network (SBPRN) Fashion Show and Luncheon on Feb. 4 and 5 at the SaddleBrooke One clubhouse. As always, an added attraction is our cash raffle. Last year, 10 lucky ladies each day walked away…
August 2024, Generals
SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network – August 2024

Happy Tail: ‘They’re Sweethearts’ Romayne Trudo In November of 2021, longtime volunteers and supporters of SaddleBrooke Pet Rescue Network, Zenda and Vic Saraydarian, adopted an eight-month-old kitty from Oracle Animal Rescue & Rehabilitation (OARR). He is a stunning, all-black kitty with green eyes that they named Lil Guy. He has been the center of their…
June 2024, Generals
Check Out the Antics at SaddleBrooke Dog Park!

Anne Quinn-Diment Nestled in the breathtaking beauty of SaddleBrooke lies a pup playground where wagging tails and playful barks reign supreme—the SaddleBrooke Dog Park. If you’re searching for a place where your canine companion can romp, socialize, and engage in all sorts of antics, look no further than this community hotspot. A Haven for Hounds…
May 2024, Generals
SaddleBrooke Dog Park Holds Annual Membership Meeting

Anne Quinn-Diment The SaddleBrooke Dog Park Association’s annual membership meeting was a momentous occasion, as the park’s 20th anniversary was celebrated while also honoring the invaluable contributions of devoted board members and volunteers. During the Feb. 21 meeting, board members shared information about the park improvements made in 2023, acknowledged sponsors, discussed the pivotal role…