I love this issue! 'Sad Shadow' by Roger Funston is among the highlights for me:
"He stands still, stoic Rescued from homelessness From the brink of starvation
This sad shadow quietly walks up to me Quivering question-mark tail Waiting for me to pet his gray snout and coarse fur filled with healing sores Inside scars remain"
Loved this from 'The Monster's Demise' by Peter Crowley "they mistake the mirror for their enemy and attack."
I also really enjoyed the preview of a collection of essays by Samuel J Fox. All quality material here. HIghly recommended.