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HOWL with Amy
By Amy Peer   |   October 13, 2026

Q: Dear HOWL, My ‘puppy’ is now four years old and still sleeping in a large crate at night. When Betty was young it served a purpose both for potty training and preventing massive destruction of our home. My husband, who refuses to let Betty sleep in our bed, has supported keeping her crated at […]

Welcome to Pup Culture!
By Montecito Journal   |   June 23, 2026

Let’s face it: in Santa Barbara, dogs aren’t just pets – they’re part of the pack. They join us on morning beach walks, accompany us to café patios, hike our favorite trails, and somehow manage to become the unofficial mayors of every neighborhood they visit. That’s why we’re thrilled to introduce Pup Culture, Montecito Journal’s […]