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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.

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Penny’s Fourth Birthday Celebration: Gifts, Treats & More

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. On August 15, we celebrated Penny’s fourth birthday. It’s hard to believe that we’ve had her for this long; it feels like just...

Looking cute in her birthday shirt.

Penny’s Trip to Franklin: A Dog-Friendly Vacation

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. My husband and I recently took a trip up to Nashville, Tennessee for a concert. We decided that since we would only be...

Making herself at home and eating a snack.

Penny the Passive Pooch: Addressing Chihuahua Stereotypes

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. I’m just going to be honest: I never imagined owning a Chihuahua. You hear all these dog stereotypes such as Chihuahuas being aggressive,...

Mom, can you believe people think I'm aggressive?

Dog-Safe Human Foods: All the Foods Penny Loves & the One She Hates

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. We’re all familiar with our dogs asking for some of the food we’re cooking or eating, no matter what it is. Sometimes we...

Ooh zucchini... I've never had this before but I like it.

Two Peas in a Pod: Ways Penny and I Are Exactly Alike

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. We’ve probably all heard of those human and dog look-alike contests, where other people and judges vote on which dog looks the most...

Nap time, my favorite.

“Grandma” Penny: Living with a Dog with an Old Soul

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Is your dog an old soul? And by that I mean, does your dog act mature beyond his or her years? Are they...

I've got my eye on you.

Penny’s Chew Bones: How Many Is Too Many?

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Most of us dog owners give our dogs dental chews to help keep their teeth clean and their breath fresh. Greenies are a...

Don't get to close to my chew bone, Mom!

Bath Time & Penny’s Magical Weight Loss Transformation

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. I get some comments from friends and family about how “fat” Penny is. Okay, I’ll admit, she may be a little overweight for...

Are you guys sure it's time for another bath?

Is Penny Really My Dog, or Is She My Fourth Cat? Meet Savanna’s Cats!

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Does your dog think he’s (or she’s) a cat? Sometimes I’m convinced that Penny does, or at least she acts like my cats...

Penny keeping a close eye on speckled kitty.

Birthday Treats, BarkBoxes, and Other Ways We Spend Money on Penny

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Did you know that the average American household spends around $770 per year on their pets?1 Of course, the majority of that is...

Penny's birthday pup-cake

Dog-Friendly Restaurants: What Are Penny’s Favorites?

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. You should know by now that we love to travel with Penny. So when we do, we are always looking for places we...

Penny enjoying a peanut butter SnoBall from Pelican's

Why Penny Is (Almost) Like My Second Child

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. What I’m about to say may ruffle some feathers, but please hear me out by reading the whole thing. When I became a...

Kids love making funny faces, and so do dogs apparently.

Penny’s Favorite Things: All the Things My Dog Loves

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. “Raindrops on roses, and whiskers on kittens. Bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens. Brown paper packages tied up with string…” Just like...

A small sampling of Penny's favorite green toys.

Penny’s Kayaking Adventure: Why I Take Her With Me

Hi, I’m Savanna! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my spunky Chihuahua mix, Penny. Small dogs have a reputation for being extra possessive of their owners, and Penny is no exception. I don’t know if she knows...

Penny's first real kayaking experience.

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...

Gosh Mom, will you stop hovering already?