Pets Archives

Guideposts Editor Edward Grinnan and his chewing-up-everything-in-sight puppy, Grace.

Puppy Love

She’s adorable when not chewing up everything in sight—wait, where’s the TV remote??

Guideposts: Elephants at a watering hole

Elephants Remember the Man Who Saved Them

They say elephants never forget. These elephants of Thula Thula are proving that adage by celebrating the life of Lawrence Anthony, the beloved wildlife conservationist from South Africa, who adopted and rehabilitated them.

Guideposts: Sula the cat poses at her home, California's Old Mission San Juan Bautista

Sula, a Cat with a Divine Mission

By Brett Leveridge2 min read

Here’s the inspiring story of Sula, a cat that is a cherished member of the congregation at California’s Old Mission San Juan Bautista.

Edward Grinnan and his new inspirational puppy, Grace.

The Inspirational Puppy

By Edward Grinnan7 min read

A new puppy, Grace, brings Guideposts editor Edward Grinnan relief and peace in the wake of grief. It’s all about letting go.

Edward and Grace, his new dog. Edward remembers the love of his pet, Millie, who recently passed away.

Remembering the Love of a Pet

By Edward Grinnan2 min read

Guideposts editor Edward Grinnan recounts a lesson he learned after his beloved dog Millie’s passing.

Edward Grinnan and his beloved golden retriever, Millie.

Losing a Pet After a Golden Summer

By Edward Grinnan5 min read

Guideposts Editor Edward Grinnan says goodbye to his beloved golden retriever, Millie, and thanks his readers for their prayers.

Labor Day Activities: Kelly and Ike relax on a lakeside bench

15 Fun Dog-Inspired Labor Day Activities

By Peggy Frezon1 min read

Take a moment between holiday barbecues and getting ready for back-to-school to act on one (or more) of these Labor Day activities suggested by a trio of pooches!

Edward and Millie. Do you believe your pets will go to heaven?

Do Our Pets Go to Heaven?

By Edward Grinnan3 min read

There are people I don’t want to run into in heaven any more that I want to run into them down here on earth. But dogs? I pray I see every one of them again someday so I can tell them how much joy and comfort they have brought to my life.