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Amy Shojai, CABC, Pet Expert & Award-Winning Author

DWAA Hall of Fame & AVMA Veterinary Media Award Winner

Dog Ticks & Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever

by Amy Shojai | Mar 6, 2026 | Dog Training & Care

With better weather coming as spring approaches, dogs tend to spend more time outside. With outdoor fun comes exposure to (YUCK!) ticks! Here’s what you need to know about Rocky Mountain spotted fever…

BOOK LAUNCH WINNERS ANNOUNCED! and CONTEST POLL

by Amy Shojai | Feb 27, 2018 | Cat Behavior & Care, Dog Training & Care

BOOK LAUNCH WINNERS ANNOUNCED! My newest books are now available, SQUEE! (now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT), as well as the (now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT) officially released last week in the Amazon's Kindle World library, and I hosted a some fun contests to celebrate the...

BOOK LAUNCH & Contest & Give-Aways, Oh My!

by Amy Shojai | Feb 19, 2018 | Books, Cat Behavior & Care, Dog Training & Care

COME JOIN THE BOOK LAUNCH CONTEST! My newest books are now available, SQUEE! (now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT), as well as the (now titled FIGHT OR FLIGHT) officially release tomorrow in the Amazon's Kindle World library, but I'm starting the party TODAY. (now titled FIGHT...

VOTE for Name That Kitten & Puppy!

by Amy Shojai | Feb 14, 2018 | Books, Cat Behavior & Care, Contest, Dog Training & Care

Wow, what a great response to my call to NAME THAT PET vote contest for my newest Keiki & Lia thriller! I counted over 40 suggestions posted on the blog and various Facebook threads. and it was difficult to narrow down the list. Based on the story themes and the...

Keiki & Lia Return! Name That Kitten & Name That Puppy in Lei Crime Kindle World Story

by Amy Shojai | Feb 12, 2018 | Books, Cat Behavior & Care, Dog Training & Care

Keiki & Lia return in the third novella CALLED TO PROTECT, completing my Lei Crime Kindle World trilogy. I'm joined by nearly a dozen authors with new books in the Lei Crime Kindle World, and we're throwing a launch party with LOTS of prizes in the Lei Crime...

STARZ MUSICAL AUDITIONS! Come Join Our Theatre Family & Originate Your Role

by Amy Shojai | Jan 31, 2018 | Uncategorized

STARZ MUSICAL AUDITIONS is almost here! My co-writer Frank Steele and I have worked very hard for nearly two years writing this show. Born out of a love for theater and performers, we're delighted to premier the show April 19, 20, 21 at the Rialto Theater in Denison,...

New Year Pet Goals: Focus On The Future

by Amy Shojai | Jan 1, 2018 | Books, Cat Behavior & Care, Dog Training & Care

New Year pet goals are here, in time for 2018! Like last year, I resolved to NOT make new year resolutions. Rather than an end-accomplishment, I’d rather strive for the destination but try to enjoy the journey along the way. In my experience, some of the side-roads...

Starz The Musical! Celebrating Theatre–For the Rest Of Us!

by Amy Shojai | Dec 28, 2017 | Uncategorized

STARZ THE MUSICAL! I'm thrilled to announce my newest project, Starz The Musical. Some of y'all know that in my so-called spare time, I'm a performer (actor/singer/musician). As a playwright, I partner with the talented writer/performer Frank Steele to create musical...

Thanksgiving the Pet Writer Way: Giving Furry Thanks

by Amy Shojai | Nov 22, 2017 | Cat Behavior & Care, Dog Training & Care

It’s nearly Thanksgiving and I'm updating my annual blog. It's time again to count my furry blessings. This year I’m thankful to be home with my family—furry and human—rather than on the bumpy road and bumpier plane. I’m thankful my human family, though miles away,...

Pet-Centric Thriller Box Set Now Available in Ebook & Print

by Amy Shojai | Nov 19, 2017 | Books

Here's a pet-centric thriller box set for your binge reading pleasure! The first three SEPTEMBER & SHADOW stories are in this thriller box set! FAVOR? If you've already read (and loved one or more) please post a review for the boxed set! You can post your review...