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Pets of the Month

  • March 2026
  • selinakoehler


OLIVER

SOPHIA

MEET BEAUTIFUL SOPHIA AND HANDSOME OLIVER

Sophia is an 11-year-old rescue from San Antonio. Her unique look warmed Erika’s and Brian’s hearts the moment they saw her. People would always ask “what kind of dog is she?” Her doggie DNA results labeled her a “mega mutt” which is a dog with such diverse genetic traits that she’s truly one of a kind.

The sleek coated Oliver (Ollie) is one year or so old and is a rescue born in California. Luckily for Ollie, he was found and adopted by his proud parents, Erika McCarthy and Brian McMillan. Oliver’s story is also unique. His brain has been described as “perfectly imperfect” and he is exactly that. He may wobble when he walks or stare endlessly, but he is full of puppy energy, sweet, gentle and a joy. These two beloved dogs make Erika’s and Brian’s family complete.

A beloved pet’s photo, whether dog, cat, horse, bird, or fish will be featured in the Verandah View Pet of the Month. Resident owners can send in a photo with their pet’s name, owner’s name, type of pet, and one sentence or two about their pet by texting Susan Shamey at (724) 355-2478 or email [email protected]. Your pet’s debut will be in the Verandah View in the order they are submitted.

All pets are beautiful to their owners.