Savanna Stanfield

Savanna is a former science teacher who is now a full-time freelance writer. She is currently living in the United States with her husband and daughter. Other members of her family include a long-haired chihuahua named Penny, three cats (Bubba, Kittylina, and Thunder), and an aquatic turtle named Creek. In addition to writing, her passions include gardening, traveling, and protecting our wildlife and natural resources.

Gosh Mom, will you stop hovering already?

Am I a Helicopter Dog Parent? Ways I May Be Overprotective of Penny

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. In case you aren’t familiar with the term, a “helicopter parent” is someone that tends to hover over their children, being overprotective or in some cases, over-invested, trying to control absolutely every aspect of their lives. While the term usually

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Mom, are you okay?

Dogs and Mental Health: 5 Ways Penny Helps Me Mentally

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Mental health is something that is very important to me, and I’m glad that it’s becoming more acceptable to talk about it openly. Along with there being less of a stigma surrounding mental health, emotional support animals (ESAs) are becoming

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What is this cold white stuff?

Dogs and Snow: How Penny Feels About That Cold White Stuff

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Some dogs and snow go hand-in-hand, and breeds such as Huskies, Saint Bernards, and Newfoundlands, among others, were actually bred for working in the snow. Other dogs just love to romp around in the snow, regardless of what breed they

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Savanna and Penny

Introducing the Dogsters: Savanna and Penny, Her Spunky Chihuahua Mix

Hi, I’m Savanna Stanfield, a former science teacher and now a writer and editor at Dogster. I’ll be sharing my life with Penny, a sassy and spunky Chihuahua mix, every week. Penny is my first experience with dog ownership, and my husband, daughter, and I certainly have our hands full with her, but every day

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10 Best Dog Brushes for Golden Retrievers in 2024 – Reviews & Top Picks

In addition to their intelligence and lovable personality, we love Golden Retrievers due to their long, soft, shiny, and wavy coats. But, to keep their coat looking that way, it needs to be brushed regularly to prevent tangles and matting. With that being said, just any dog brush is not suitable for brushing a Golden

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11 Best Dog Shampoos for English Bulldogs in 2024: Reviews & Top Picks

English Bulldogs are well known for their skin rolls, which is part of what makes them so charming. Unfortunately, those skin rolls make them prone to skin conditions such as chafing, itchiness, and dry skin due to heat and moisture getting trapped underneath. They are also more prone to bacterial skin infections as well. If

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Open Farm Dog Food Review 2024: Our Vet-Approved Expert’s Opinion

If you’re looking for high-quality, human-grade dog food made with locally and sustainably sourced ingredients, then Open Farm may be the answer. This family-owned company arose out of a couple’s desire to feed their dog a nutritious meal made with high-quality ingredients. But when exploring their options, they found that the meat used in a

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9 Best Premium Dog Foods 2024: Vet-Approved Reviews & Top Picks

Besides making sure they get plenty of exercise, feeding your dog an appropriate diet is one of the most important things that you can do to make sure they stay healthy. That’s why buying high-quality food is important. Although premium pet food tends to be more expensive, it is usually made with high-quality ingredients and

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PetSmart Dog Training Review 2024: Costs, Effectiveness, and FAQs

PetSmart Dog Training Review Summary How Does PetSmart Dog Training Work? People love PetSmart as a local place they can go to buy quality pet supplies for their fur babies, as well as grooming and boarding services. But another service they offer is dog training classes. PetSmart’s dog training classes are geared toward first-time dog

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