We were  delighted to see our dogs, Yukon and Beezy, on Valerie Walsh’s gorgeous August 7 cover. It was bittersweet because Yukon had cancer and passed in late June. Seeing him as he was until the end was a wonderful tribute. Valerie is a truly gifted artist whose pieces we have purchased over the years for ourselves, as well as for family and friends. Her holiday cards are a favorite. —Wendy and Al Cline