May 2021

Anguilla’s laidback charm

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“We can take comfort in the fact that some things never change,” writes WAG Wanderer Barbara Barton Sloane. Anguilla’s “water is still azure and crystal-clear, its sands are white and powder-soft; the sky remains an irresistible cerulean blue; and the Anguillan people are still kind, gracious and eager to welcome you to their special island paradise.”

Strong but loving, a maternal tradition

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WAG wellness guru Giovanni Roselli has a special place in his heart for mom Mary Louise Roselli and grandma Rose Tota: “My mother and grandmother raised me and my sisters “old school” – tough when necessary, understanding when needed and loving always. This in addition to being supportive and loving spouses to my father and grandfather always.”

A new approach to shoulder replacement

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Advances in repair of the shoulder’s ball-and-socket joint are making partial joint replacement rather than total joint replacement a more viable option for a growing number of patients. Moreover, this type of joint replacement is ideal for the growing movement towards outpatient surgery.

Garden perils for pets

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Whether in the park or just your own backyard, a savvy pet parent should be aware of the hidden plant perils that can cause disruption to an animal’s health, from mild gastrointestinal flareups and allergy symptoms to life-threatening issues.

Understanding puppyhood

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A one-day-old Rhodesian Ridgeback lies on a paw of his mother. “Dogs are born with their noses open,” WAG Follow My Lead columnist Cristina Losapio writes. “Around 14 days later their eyes open and around 21 days after that, their ears open.”

A second chance at love

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“Love is lovelier the second time around,” Sammy Cahn wrote in the lyrics to Jimmy Van Heusen’s melody for their song “The Second Time Around.” That’s exactly what Piper, a 1-year-old Border Collie, needs.