Ahh. Christmas shopping. A time when we may find ourselves wandering for days, weeks even, hopped up on sugar-laden holiday treats, spurred by ever-increasing responsibilities, searching for the perfect gift...

Making a difference and helping shelter pets find their forever homes is a cause close to the heart of Halo co-owner Ellen DeGeneres...

He gave me kisses and a big goofy smile and I told him stories about when he was a puppy...