You know Laika's favorite part of the season is? Snow. Doesn't matter if it's less than a half inch or 5 feet tall - she loves it all. Luckily her enthusiasm is enough to get me out of the hibernation mindset, so even my grumpy self gets to have some … [Read more...]

I know animals don't get the best rep when it comes to being great models, but seriously they're the best. I suppose I'm a little biased because I spend 99% of my time taking photos of Laika, with the other 1% being nature shots and maybe the odd … [Read more...]

How's the weather in your part of the woods? It's been pretty chilly here in Michigan, but we were able to go to a few of my favorite parks this week in preparation for the changing season. Gotta get out there and enjoy it as much as possible before … [Read more...]

From how dogs can teach machines a thing or two about chemical detection to the amazing potential of dogs in shelters, here's some of my favorite dog articles of the week. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did. And just because I missed the … [Read more...]

From the simplicity of pet insurance plans to the various reactions we have when we come in contact with dog slobber, here's my favorite dog articles of the week. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did. Favorite Dog Articles of the Week Should You … [Read more...]

From helping our dogs overcome their fear of the camera to some sweet before & after pics of dogs growing up, here's my favorite dog articles of the week. Favorite Dog Articles of the Week Camera Shy to Camera Guy | Kristi Benson Comprehensive … [Read more...]

If you're just here for the dog stuff just skip the next 4 paragraphs. I don't usually (ever) post about politics here, but I quickly want to address the negativity that I see coming from social media. Right now it might be the last thing we need to … [Read more...]

Spring is certainly here. Laika and I have been busy with lawn maintenance this week, though she doesn't complain. Any chance to dig, get muddy & pull out weeds is fine by her. After unsuccessfully trying to teach her to pull out dandelions, … [Read more...]

From the benefits of teaching your old dog new tricks to why bigger is not always better, here's my favorite dog stories of the week. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did. Favorite Dog Articles of the Week You Can (and Should) Teach an Old Dog … [Read more...]

You'd think I'd wise up after awhile when Laika starts wandering around on our walks. And you'd really think I'd avoid getting anywhere near the edge of the road when it's muddy. Oh she's just sniffing around, I'm sure she's just going to pee and … [Read more...]