Are you feeding your dog the best food? Expert advice you need to know (Dr. Mark Finke)
December 28, 2009
As the old adage goes, you are what you eat. The same rings true for your pet. But with so many food options to choose from, how do you know you’re feeding your dog the very best? Mark Finke, Ph.D., a pet nutritionist and director of Merchandising Technical Services at PetSmart gives us his expert opinion on how to choose …Read more »
Christmas at Huntington Dog Beach
December 28, 2009
In addition to their stockings, toys and bones, I wanted to give my pups a real adventure this year for Christmas. We spent Christmas day at Huntington Dog Beach in sunny Southern California. If you’ve never been, this beautiful place is best described as puppy paradise: a scenic, sandy beach where dogs free of their leashes can romp, play, splash …Read more »
Inspiration Quotes About Man's Best Friend
December 9, 2009
I found these quotes on an e-mail list and thought I would share. Enjoy!:
How do I keep my dog from leaving his mark on the Christmas tree?
December 7, 2009
Christmas is in the air! I decided to deck the ‘howls’ this weekend, adorning my house with wreaths, garlands and statues of good ‘ol St. Nick. I have a beautiful tree this year—stunning white and gold ornaments, white lights and a lighted angel on top. The white tree skirt with gold trim really ties it all together. Just beautiful!
Mogwai sleeps like a baby
November 30, 2009
I had the hardest time crate training Mogwai. He was already an adult when I took him in and he simply refused to be crated. I tried everything to get him to not only accept, but love his den—treats, food, time, patience—nothing seemed to work. As soon as that latch closed, it sounded like a prison chain gang was marching …Read more »
Shelter Profile: Luv-A-Chin Rescue
November 24, 2009
This week, I wanted to share a story about how one rescue group gives Japanese Chins a second chance to find lifelong loving homes:
10 Life Lessons I Learned from My Dog
November 16, 2009
1. When you’ve been waiting too long for food, stare at the person responsible for giving it to you. They'll understand eventually. 2. You’re never too old to play. 3. When someone new crosses your path, always show them how happy you are to meet them. 4. Never overlook a chance to take a nap. 5. Always greet your loved ones with enthusiasm. 6. Don’t …Read more »
How to Potty Train an Adult Dog
October 19, 2009
When I rescued Mogwai 6 months ago, I was in the dark as to what potty training he had undergone. And he has been so inconsistent with his potty habits that it’s driving me bonkers! He has some of the weirdest potty habits. First, he will never go number 2 while on a walk or in front of people. Meanwhile, he lifts …Read more »
Catch me if you can
October 12, 2009
As I was leaving for my morning run last Friday, Mogwai must have thought I needed some extra motivation because he bolted out of the front door right in front of me. To make matters worse, my neighbor’s black cat just so happened to be out in my front yard. I’m assuming Mogwai must have caught a glimpse of the …Read more »
The Joys of Toy Breed Dogs
September 22, 2009
We’re celebrating the joys of toys! Toy breed dogs, that is. I certainly have a share in this topic, seeing that both my fur-chindren are classified by the AKC as a Toy Breed Dog. Here is a list of my top 10 favorite things about being a Pet Parent to toy breed dogs:
