American Independence Day, the 4th of July, conjures up visions of good times with family and friends, time off, picnics and summer fun – as it should! What may not immediately come to mind is the fear and anxiety this holiday creates for many of our pets. Large gatherings, unfamiliar dogs, people and surroundings, and […]
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It happens so fast. Your spry, young friend who used to pull on the leash and bark ferociously at squirrels turns into a very wobbly old dog whose walk has become much more of an unstable stand. Untold numbers of minutes pass as he investigates that one bush out front. The one that holds all
When It All Comes Down to Just One Bush… Read More »
These are strange times we’re living in. New phrases like “social distancing” and “flattening the curve” have taken over our social lexicon. What we once took for granted, is now something we long for. Coffee with friends, group training classes, parties, graduation ceremonies and more, all put on hold while we stay at home to
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Here are the top 5 things you have official permission to do with your dog(s) without fear of catastrophic repercussions, or even being “wrong.” Thing One: Use treats to train! Use a LOT! Life is short after all, and rewards go a long, long way in training dogs and making it fun! When working with
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Liver Cakes to the RESCUE! Greetings dog lovers, you are my people, my tribe, my pack! By chance, are you vigilant about the ingredients in your dog’s food and treats? Does the sound of a healthy, low-cost, easy to make dog treat perk up your ears? Do you like to cook and/or just make an
Healthy Homemade Dog Treat Recipe! Read More »
By Bev Dalton Until recently, the last place an animal lover like me looked forward to visiting was an animal shelter. The fear of overwhelming sadness or becoming emotionally drained by the sheer number of animals who need homes was enough to keep me away. Well that was then and this is now. “Welcome to
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Is your dog home alone for long hours? Does he get bored and destructive? Why not fixate your dog on something you would like him to do? It’s fun and easy too! Dogs have a real need for mental stimulation just like we do. Humans have friends, family, movies, cell phones, books and more to
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We’ve all been there and if you’re anything like me, when you see a dog obviously lost or out of place, you get involved and try to help. The “decision” to get involved is more of a reflex than a conscious choice for dog-lovers like us, so if you’re going to do it, the following
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Looking for something new and different to do with your dog? Try the relatively new sport of K9 Nose Work—your dog will thank you for it. A logical progression for many dogs after taking basic or intermediate obedience classes is to move on to Agility, Fly Ball or Freestyle, but not every dog is cut
K9 Nose Work – Dogs Smell the Fun! Read More »
Can you ever really learn too much? How much “subject matter expert” status is too much? While it may be impossible to know everything about your hobbies or interests, there’s certainly no harm in trying. When passion, drive and enthusiasm intersect with a person’s chosen career path, quenching the thirst for knowledge is nearly impossible.
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