Sarah Tagert
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Changing the world one story at a time! I post articles three days a week on Medium and occasional poetry during weekend. Writing has always been in my blood. I have been writing since I was a teenager. I write what moves and inspires me.
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The Unspoken Reality of Pet Ownership
Most people consider the puppy stage to be the most challenging. With the challenges of crate training, potty training, and behavioral issues, owners find themselves overwhelmed by the responsibility to raise a puppy. While puppy behavior is aggravating to navigate, they end, and the family can fall into a comfortable routine, with the puppy learning the habits and schedules of its owners. Pets have become a part of the family, integrating into daily life, holidays, and special occasions. Pet owners feel that they cannot imagine life without pets. Their existence alone enriches our lives, but we can also start taking them for granted.
By Sarah Tagert3 months ago in Humans
End Animal Cruelty Now
I am deeply disturbed by the horrors which occur all over the world associated with the barbaric practice of testing medication and products on defenseless animals. It is far past time for this inhumane practice to stop. We as a society should have evolved enough to understand how unnecessary and cruel using animals to test the safety and effectiveness of products is. To continue this method is not only cruel but ignorant. We should seek to rise above the archaic ways and implement kinder, more intelligent, and enlightened methods and practices in science and other areas where animals are an element.
By Sarah Tagert10 months ago in Humans
A New Beginning With Baxter
Baxter came into my life a year after the passing of my previous pet.I had been looking for a westie and a possible match popped up at one of our local shelters, so I wanted to look at her. She turned out to be a very nervous, shy dog who stayed in the back of the kennel. Baxter (called Bart at this time) was in the next kennel. He approached the gate, eager and friendly, wanting affection. After a few minutes of observing him, I decided to take him out for a walk to better assess his potential. After spending some time with him, I decided to bring him home. The paperwork was signed and the journey of a lifetime began.
By Sarah Tagert10 months ago in Humans
Life Altering Impact Of Owning A Pet
As a dog owner, I adapt my life to my dog's needs. While she is not my whole life, she is a very big part of it. I am responsible for protecting and nurturing her and ensuring her life is happy and comfortable. I want her to be comfortable, secure and loved during her too-short lifetime. There are things I also accept as part of sharing my life with a pet. Since I was a child, I have loved animals of all kinds and enjoyed the companionship of pets.
By Sarah Tagert11 months ago in Humans
January Wrap Up
slowlyHere's How The Month Of January Went For Me January has been a relatively quiet month for me. I didn’t have any big events or appointments. The year has started pretty slow for me. My focus has been to establish healthy and productive habits and routines.
By Sarah Tagert11 months ago in Humans
Heartfelt Care For Aging Pets
Something no one tells you when you welcome a pet into your life is how hard it is when they start to decline and reach the end of their days. Most people think about the puppy stage and think the hard part is over if they can get through it. As difficult and exhausting as the puppy stage is, it goes by fast. If you blink, it’s over. The long nights of crate training, long days of breaking and surviving all the chewing, endless energy. Raising a puppy can be stressful, and the responsibility seems never to end.
By Sarah Tagert12 months ago in Humans
Embracing Regret. Top Story - January 2025.
Regret is something which no one is spared experiencing. No matter how fully we might try to live our lives, there will always be something we regret doing or more often not doing. Inevitably, we will encounter experiences we wish to have not had. Overall, I don’t have many regrets in my life. I’m happy with how my life has gone and the experiences Regret is something which no one is spared experiencing. No matter how fully we might try to live our lives, there will always be something we regret doing or more often not doing. Inevitably, we will encounter experiences we wish to have not had.
By Sarah Tagert12 months ago in Humans
Dystopia Under Dictatorship
We are living in unprecedented times. The country has been living under an oppressive dictator who only had regard and consideration for himself and his success. This has led to a dystopian nightmare for the citizens struggling to survive. Many have struggled to obtain basic needs and luxuries are a far-off dream. There has been much suffering across the United States. Fortunately, as we enter the final stretch of inauguration day and a new administration, a radical transformation is starting.
By Sarah Tagert12 months ago in Humans
Life With My Furry Friends
“Other dogs may do their jobs in their own unique and perfectly wonderful ways, but there will always be that dog that no dog will replace, the dog that will make you cry even when it's been gone for more years than it could ever have lived.” Meghan Daum
By Sarah Tagert12 months ago in Humans
Legacy Of Leadership & Freedom
Powerful leaders have been an essential part of the American institution. The country was born because of the sacrifice of brave soldiers, who fought for the freedom of the American people from the tyranny of the British Government. We could gain our independence and establish a country based on freedom for the citizens. Through their selfless actions, we can enjoy the results of their actions in our lives today. Our brave first responders' efforts to maintain the freedom we experience. They fight for and protect us from domestic attacks on our freedom and lives.
By Sarah Tagert12 months ago in Humans
The Truth Behind Parental Lies
Most parents would like to think they never lie to their children, but part of the job of a parent is to protect their child from harm and danger. This means sometimes a parent cannot tell their child the truth, as it would be detrimental to them. Parents have the responsibility of keeping their children safe, thus shielding them from adult situations. Children cannot handle situations with life-altering decisions and having to do so can affect their health. When I was growing up, my mother protected me from decisions I did not have the maturity to handle.
By Sarah Tagert12 months ago in Families
