Jessica Lykken
Those Amazing Pet Graveyards!
In this article, Jessica explores the history of pet cemeteries and the ways people have honored their animal companions in death. From Britain’s first dedicated pet cemetery in 1881 to ...
That’s So Fetch! — When Women Wore Dog Collars
In this article, Jessica explores how dog collars evolved from practical accessories into fashionable symbols of identity and style. From Victorian luxury to mid-century advertisements encouraging women to match with ...
Pet Fox Keeping
This adorable image depicts a young girl posing with her pet fox in front of a 1946 Dodge business coupe. Embraced in her arms, the animal -- most likely a ...
Palmer’s Pet Shop
In this article, Jessica tells the story of Palmer's Pet Shop and explores its place in the evolving history of pet ownership. From neighborhood storefronts to the growing pet industry, ...