When I got a chance to participate in 8 Photos of Happiness I was very joyous indeed - having a chance to share some of my favorite dog photos? Heck yes, I'll take it. (and not to mention I'll give you a break from my 'personal word vomit' aka … [Read more...]
How to Make Dog Training Fun
A few years ago I was your standard 'always use treats for training rewards' kind of gal. It wasn't until I started experimenting with different rewards that I realized how boring my training had become. I Was Making Dog Training Boring Do you want … [Read more...]
I Encouraged Most of My Dogs Bad Habits
Confession time: I've created a monster. A whining, barking, begging, won't get off the bed sort of monster that follows me everywhere. And do you know what the worst part is? I don't mind at all. My Dogs Bad Habits - These Are Definitely My … [Read more...]
Holy Cow – It’s Our One Year Blogiversary
I seriously have no idea how this happened; I swear I just started this blog last month. It seems like just yesterday I'd write a post and beg my friends and family on facebook to "like" it. Oh wait, I still do that. But time really flies when you're … [Read more...]
How to Exercise a Dog With Arthritis
Does your dog have arthritis? My dog was diagnosed last year at the age of 3, to say I was surprised is a bit of an understatement. An arthritis diagnosis doesn't mean your dog can't be active, it's just a matter of changing up your routine. … [Read more...]
3 Things I Miss About Owning a Dog in the Suburbs
When I bought my home my first priority was having a big yard - and I got it. While I love my home and yard there are a few things I really miss about living in a neighborhood; sidewalks and less bugs immediately come to mind. What I Miss Most … [Read more...]
10 Things a Dog Sitter Should Know About My Dog
My dad is my default dog sitter and he's always been great at it. But if I ever have to hire someone else there's some quirks and habits of Laika's that I'd like them to know about beforehand. So if you ever find yourself dog sitting for me here's … [Read more...]
A Game of Tug is The Best Training Reward I’ve Found
There's two things in this world my dog Laika doesn't get tired of - chasing kitties and playing tug. Luckily I found that a nice game of tug will trump terrorizing the neighbors kitty. Food Rewards Aren't Always So...Rewarding When I first … [Read more...]
Try Yelping They Said, It Will Stop Puppy Biting They Said
Have you ever had seemingly good advice completely backfire on you? That's what happened when I tried yelping at my puppy in order to stop her from biting. It didn't work at all; the only thing is did do was rile her up even more. I also … [Read more...]
How Boredom Caused My Dog to Hide Her Toys
Boredom caused my dog to hide her toys obsessively, and it can lead to other destructive behaviors if we're not paying attention. This is a cautionary tale of how finding a bone in my coat pocket made me realize my dog had a real toy hiding … [Read more...]