Saratoga Dogs: Past to Present 
Paperback – August 12, 2025
by Megin Potter 

Dog lovers and history buffs will be delighted by Saratoga Dogs: Past to Present, a fascinating look at the connections between canines and their community as we evolve together through time.

This book is a curated retrospective featuring the local heroes, beloved family members, and best friends - the dogs - who have shaped our leisure time, laws, and lives in Upstate New York.

Including;

* Early Native American dog legends and practices

* Dog fighting, disease, confinement, and control

* The accident that kept an Olympic dog sled racer from competing in       Saratoga’s Dog Sled Derby

* The watchdogs that saved champion thoroughbred horses at the Saratoga Race Course

* An American Revolutionary War Rebel who was captured by the British and surrendered in Saratoga

* High society dog shows, trends, and soirees

* New York State’s role in leading the nation’s animal welfare laws

* Managing life, death, work, and doggie do-do

* The pet industry's evolution, from Alexander Graham Bell’s pup to today’s dog food fads

* Dogs in art, literature, and the stars

* Plus so much more!

Unlock the present by decoding our collective history - the controversies, prominent citizens, and notable celebrations of the past.
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Heart of a Toddler: The Zen in Them: 51 Lessons Learned from a One-Year-Old on Enjoying Life 

Paperback – March 25, 2011
by Megin Potter 

Heart of a Toddler’s short essays help busy families thrive by creating more mindful & positive connections to children. This joyful and life-affirming book demonstrates how ancient philosophies can be used in everyday life to inspire caretakers of young children who may be feeling frazzled, overwhelmed and lonely.

In each passage, author Megin Potter introduces a typical toddler behavior such as screaming, hitting or dawdling and then shows how a shift in perspective can transform it from a negative experience into a pleasant one. By appreciating and emulating child behavior, you too can learn how to overcome unhelpful thoughts and by doing so reduce stress, depression and anxiety. Heart of a Toddler’s thought-provoking lessons can lead to a boost in your own energy and creativity while improving your health and family relationships.

Megin Potter is the author of numerous articles reaching an audience of more than 100,000 people. This is her first book. She lives in upstate New York.

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