The last few months has been a wild ride! We didn't mean to take such a long (but much needed) break. Some personal family things happened, and we have one more event soon, and then somehow COVID infiltrated my home. It got me to thinking about a lot of things, but in this post, I… Continue reading Can Dogs get COVID?
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Dog Training Anytime: ADHD Hack
I have a pretty unique difficulty: I can't concentrate very well, and neither can my dog, Bear. The difficulty extended to remembering to train and, ironically, hyper focusing so much on training that it was impossible to stop at a reasonable point. According to the CDC says 6.2 million children have been diagnosed with ADHD… Continue reading Dog Training Anytime: ADHD Hack
Controversial Training Methods and Do They Work?
There's a lot of information on training, and everyone thinks their way is better, and there is an abundance of information that it can be hard to sort through and many of which contradicts each other. Each method has its own value, but some of the training tools involved can be intimidating, controversial, or downright… Continue reading Controversial Training Methods and Do They Work?
Grooming 101
Disclosure This post contains affiliate links, meaning for every purchase you make I'll get a commission should you decide to purchase a product directly through the links at no extra cost to you! Every product has been personally tested and approved by my own Golden Retriever, Bear, and a few of his friends! Grooming may… Continue reading Grooming 101
Navigating Holidays with your dog
The holidays are stressful for people and dogs. Whether you're going to visit family by plane or car, or you're the one hosting your family this Christmas season, or maybe you're already hosting your retired mother-in-law like a Christmas Vacation movie. Dogs don't travel very well sometimes, but not all dogs also are quick to… Continue reading Navigating Holidays with your dog
Mysterious Illness: How to keep your dog safe
There’s a new illness going around, but this time it’s our canine friends who are at risk! According to reports from as early as October, a mysterious canine infectious respiratory disease started to make its way through Oregon and the northwestern states in the United States in mid-August. Working with dogs so closely, I've been… Continue reading Mysterious Illness: How to keep your dog safe
Colors your dog can see
There's a saying that's as old and tiring as the whole "alpha dog" thing: Dogs are completely colorblind. I remember hearing this and thinking as a child that my dog could only see in black and white tones. Well, that would explain why they could still find the red ball in the grass, right? Science… Continue reading Colors your dog can see
Cozy Paws and Other Winter Tips
Winter is the best time of year to snuggle with your furry friends by the fire. Nearly than 70% of Americans live in an area that gets regular snowfall. Since the pandemic, the number of households that have a pet has also skyrocketed, which means many pets live in areas that receive major snowfall. Uness… Continue reading Cozy Paws and Other Winter Tips
Apartment Approved Breeds
If you live in a small space, you might wonder what kind of dog would be suitable for your lifestyle. You want a dog that is adaptable, quiet, and low maintenance, but also friendly, playful, and loyal. Fortunately, there are many dog breeds that can thrive in apartments or condos, as long as they get… Continue reading Apartment Approved Breeds
Turkey Day Treats: Safe Foods your Dog Can Eat
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time of year to visit family (and maybe see that mother-in-law we all know you love) and see the nieces and nephews, who are sure to try and go straight for the pumpkin pie. You may even decide to spend Thanksgiving this year with your dog or include Fido on the… Continue reading Turkey Day Treats: Safe Foods your Dog Can Eat
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