Friday, December 5, 2025

Long, Jennifer

Spring Storms & Why Some Dogs Fear Them

Jenny Long Columnist As spring rolls in, so do the familiar sounds of thunder and rain. While many of us find those sounds soothing, our dogs often feel quite the opposite....

How did I become the mom to four Wigglebutts?

Jenny Long Just a bit of Bark and Banter It all began about five years ago when I was preparing to move from Haven to Wichita. The...

Just a Bit of Bark and Banter: Senior Year: Double the Joy, Double the Water Bowl

By Jennifer Long | Rural Messenger “One senior is preparing for the future. The other two are reminding me to slow down and enjoy the...

Just a Bit of Bark and Banter: Embracing the Season Ahead

  Jennifer Long Columnist Cooler mornings, football games, mums at the store—Fall is sneaking in early this year, and I’m here for it. Read more in this...

Just a Bit of Bark and Banter: Summer Days with My Toy Aussies

Jennifer Long Columnist Summer is here, and while many of us love soaking up the sunshine, my four Toy Australian Shepherds have their own opinions about...

Just a Bit of Bark and Banter: Summer Days with My Toy Aussies

Jennifer Long Columnist Summer is here, and while many of us love soaking up the sunshine, my four Toy Australian Shepherds have their own opinions about...

Just a Bit of Bark and Banter: Summer Days with My Toy Aussies

Summer is here, and while many of us love soaking up the sunshine, my four Toy Australian Shepherds have their own opinions about these...

Just a Bit of Bark & Banter: The Aussie Olympics

Jenny Long Columnist Every four years, the world watches elite athletes compete in feats of strength, speed, and skill. But at our house? The Aussie Olympics...