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A man in a red shirt kneels on grass, surrounded by a brown dog and a white dog. The dogs are sitting close to him. A wooden structure with a blue barrel is visible in the background amid trees and greenery.

The Farmer’s Top Employee

Most Columbians start their work day by grabbing their keys as they head out the…

Peg Schrader holding a rabbit

The Companionship of Rabbits

For one local woman, pet rabbits have become essential companions over the years.

A woman stands with a German Shepherd at an outdoor dog show. She is wearing a plaid shirt and skirt. The event is set against a backdrop of striped tents and a white fence, with people gathered in the background. The photo is in black and white.

Education vs. Training

Anne Gafke shares her 50 years of experience connecting with man’s best friend.

A vibrant aquarium scene with a yellow tang, two clownfish, colorful corals, a red starfish, and diverse marine plants against a deep blue background.

A Man’s Best Fin

How Kayvon Ashrafzadeh’s carnival prize turned into a lifelong passion.

A judge in a suit examines dogs lined up in a row at an indoor dog show. Handlers kneel beside each dog, adjusting their stance. An audience watches from behind ropes. The setting is a large, well-lit venue.

A Labor of Love

Eddie Dzuik shares his experience as a judge in one of the oldest sporting events in history.

A woman with long blonde hair, wearing a green cap, black top, and denim shorts, crouches to touch noses with a black and white pig on a leash. They are on a gravel surface against a black wall.

Pudgie and Polly

Savannah Davis spills the beans on her adventures owning pet pigs.

A man is sitting on the floor in a cozy living room, wearing a navy blue t-shirt and jeans. He is surrounded by two dogs: a black dog on his left and a golden retriever on his right. The sofa, lamp, and a wooden side table are visible in the background.

Walking in the Dark

Thanks to his guide dog, Kevin Henderson can go anywhere.

A rider in a formal outfit, wearing a top hat and light-colored coat, is elegantly riding a brown horse with a red and yellow rosette. The background shows a blurred audience in stadium seating.

Championship Rider

Nora Wade’s love for English riding pushes her to great heights.

Two young owls with fluffy feathers peek out from a wooden birdhouse. Their wide eyes and yellow beaks are prominent as they huddle closely together, surrounded by weathered wood.

Hoot and Holler

A nesting pair of barred owls starts their family in the trees above Marty Glaude’s driveway.

alpacas

Providing Mid-Missouri with the Best Fleece

Columbia’s only alpaca farm provides Columbia with the very best fleece.

Two men and a small dog pose for a selfie in front of vibrant orange and yellow autumn leaves. The men are smiling, and one is holding the dog, which has a fluffy coat. The background features a canopy of colorful foliage.

First Class Friends

How pampering Herbie helps John Ruppert and Ryan Gavin
grow together.

A brown and white dog with long ears looks through black metal bars while standing on grass. The dog is wearing a harness and leash, and a building is visible in the background.

Sniffing Their Way to a Win

Columbia Canine Sports Center offers scent-based competitions.

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