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Sarah Mills: Whatever form our pets come in, they are an extension of our family

By CKOM News Mar 3, 2026 | 7:26 AM

Fifty guinea pigs ending up with the Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society in an overbreeding case has Sarah Mills feeling grateful for the two furballs she has at home.

Editor’s Note: A previous version of this commentary incorrectly identified the animal rescue organization involved.

The Mills Minute is a daily commentary heard on 650 CKOM and 980 CJME, where Sarah Mills offers sharp insights, strong opinions, and a touch of wit on the stories that matter to people in Saskatchewan.

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Mon., March 2: Sarah Mills says a new commercial warning about the dangers of oversharing on social media should have all of us pausing for a bit of reflection before we post.

Fri., Feb. 27: Another round of failure in the lottery draw for tickets had Sarah Mills giving up on her World Cup dreams until a new opportunity presented itself. Was it to be?

Thurs., Feb. 26: The experience of breaking a toe makes you realize just how essential our toes really area, and Sarah Mills says the pain of a broken toe is more than a minor inconvenience.

Wed., Feb. 25: Smart phones have given us the power to document our lives in many positive ways, but Sarah Mills says there is also a downside to that constant documentation.

Tues., Feb. 24: Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor faces no charges yet, but Sarah Mills says silence from the king and heir about what they knew does no one any favours and casts doubt on the future of the monarchy.