Dr. Pia Salk is a psychologist, animal welfare advocate, and expert on the human-animal bond. Pia frequently highlights the important role that animals play in our lives and how our societal treatment of animals conveys important messages to our youth. In her own work, Pia often credits the animals as being "the real therapists."
Pia is also a writer and the spokesperson for Adopt-A-Pet.com, North America's largest non-profit pet adoption website. She is a professor in the area of diversity and family systems and a frequent guest on national radio programs, speaking on such topics as companion animals being important members of the family. Her extensive involvement in animal rescue efforts and her expertise on animal welfare have been featured on many national shows including The Martha Stewart Show.
Pia is the niece of polio vaccine developer Jonas Salk and daughter of bestselling author and psychologist Lee Salk. She resides in Los Angeles, California, with her multiple adopted animals.
Our little orphaned squirrel – Ms. Frances- is packing her acorns and getting ready to head out on her own!
Thankfully Frances has gotten the kind of second chance and freedom that i’d wish for all of our fellow creatures.
Maggie said her little charges often come back to visit and catch up – or get an …
Last week Minnow and I introduced you to our new friend, Frances the orphaned squirrel. Well- as promised- an update on the latest with Frances’s progress…
A huge thanks – from both Frances and myself- to Maggie Ciarcia-Belloni, a licensed (state, federal and USDA) wildlife rehabber for 17 years!
Maggie not only helpa squirrels like …
You may have heard of Francis of Assisi…. Well now I’d like to introduce you to, Frances of Pleasantville! Just the other night, Minnow and the rest of us got to host an unexpected guest for the night!
After a good night’s sleep, Frances seemed refreshed and ready for her next adventure. As I prepared …
Ahhh, the mindful musings of wise mutts…
Woof!
In kinship,
Dr. Pia Salk
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Has anyone ever told you, you look just like….
Enjoy!
In kinship,
Dr. Pia Salk
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Sweet, Sweet Cora Belle… You were a founding member of the Glue Squad and have been a faithful friend to everyone at the Daily Wag.
Lucinda and Jim, your loving humans, are in our thoughts. We are thankful you got to enjoy such a happy, full life together.
In tribute, some reflections from your Glue Squad Family…
Sweet …
Arriba! Arriba! Cinco De Mayo is almost here!
Have a safe and happy 5th!
In kinship,
Dr. Pia Salk
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Given that this week celebrates Earth Day and all things related to the wonders of nature… I thought it fitting to give our fellow creatures a chance to share some favorite quotes on the topic…
Here’s to Mother Earth and all of her amazing creations! May each and every creature be afforded the respect and …
This past weekend I, once again, had the honor of being among the humans to judge the fabulously fun “Go Dog Go” show – one based on the belief that every dog deserves his/her day! This year I had Minnow tag along. Needless to say, she created her own show of sorts… and made …
Bringing you more fur and frenzy from Florence (Firenze) Italy!
Sending lots of love and pasta to my fellow Daily Waggers!
Here’s hoping everyone is enjoying the signs of spring.
Arrivederci for now…
In kinship,
Dr. Pia Salk
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