Lucy’s Private Dog Park in Greer

05/16/2026

04/26/2026

It’s hard not to see goodness when you look at a dog. They love without conditions and stay consistent in the way they care for us. Even on the hardest days, their presence feels grounding and steady. That kind of love makes everything feel a little more hopeful.

03/05/2026

Just a friendly reminder that we get to Spring ahead this weekend!

01/31/2026

Shelter Opening Update 🏠

A shelter is now open at Clearview Baptist Church, located at 5611 State Park Rd, Travelers Rest, SC.

A pet shelter trailer is available for residents staying at the shelter. Pets may be brought by owners who are sheltering on site; however, pets may not be left at the shelter without their owner present.

Additional updates will be shared as needed.

01/26/2026

GENERAL POPULATION SHELTER OPEN

Hillcrest High School is now open as a general population shelter.
📍 3665 S Industrial Drive, Simpsonville, SC 29681

🐾 Pets Allowed (Dogs & Cats Only)
• Pets may stay with owners at the shelter
• Owners must remain onsite with their pets
• Bring your pet’s food and medications
• Crates and basic supplies are provided

🐶 Alternate Pet Shelter Option
Greenville Animal Care is also offering pet sheltering.
📞 Call: 864) 467-3428. before arrival to make arrangements.

05/01/2025

Silly Lucy enjoying her dog park after a good rain.

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03/02/2025

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02/21/2025

Science shows losing a dog is as hard as losing a human loved one — is there a difference?

With 62% of Americans owning pets, and nearly all considering them family, the grief of losing a pet is profound and often misunderstood.

Studies show that pet loss grief mirrors that of losing a spouse or partner, as people tend to use "we" language when discussing their beloved animals. Despite this emotional connection, pet grief is often dismissed, leaving many to suffer in silence.

Researchers have identified five key themes that impact how people cope: and recover the depth of the owner’s response, the complexity of euthanasia, the isolation caused by disenfranchised grief, the distress of ambiguous loss (such as when a pet runs away), and the coping mechanisms that help individuals process their sorrow.

People navigate their grief in various ways, from honoring their pet’s memory through keepsakes and rituals to seeking comfort in social support or spirituality. While grief is deeply personal, acknowledging the pain of pet loss and offering empathy can help people heal.

As Jon Stewart tearfully said about his late rescue dog, "He was ready. He was tired, but I wasn’t." This sentiment captures the lingering heartache that many experience, proving that the loss of a pet is far more than “just a dog” or “only a cat”—it’s the loss of a family member.

Learn more:

https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/full/10.1177/0030222820914678

https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/10888705.2021.1934839