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:
Can your pet be a star?
September 14, 2009
My dynamic duo, Loki and Mogwai, had their modeling debut last week for a direct mailer that focuses on small/toy breed dogs. They modeled a pink stroller in a photo that will be included in a mail piece that will be sent out to millions of Pet Parents! Even in pink, my boys are secure in their masculinity and look …Read more »
Looking for a low-cost getaway? Take a daytrip with your dog!
September 9, 2009
Taking a daytrip with your dog could easily be one of the most fun and affordable ways to spend a Saturday afternoon. This weekend, we packed up our pups and headed for the high country for a fun-filled day of hiking in Flagstaff, AZ. We all enjoyed the change of scenery, cooler temperatures and exercise. The best part—it cost next …Read more »
Mogwai, the Drama Queen
September 9, 2009
99.9% of the time my diva dog, Mogwai, is silent. He doesn’t bark or whine under any circumstance. When a visitor comes to the door he let’s Loki do all the guard dog work. Which is why I was so startled the very first time I heard him scream. Yes, scream. It’s more than just a yelp; he literally screams …Read more »
Does your dog ever do this?
September 9, 2009
Both of my dogs’ have an obsession with turning anything paper into confetti. They aren’t satisfied with a single tear; they must create a million tiny pieces and spread them all over the house for me to pick up. I’ll find evidence of the destruction for weeks hidden underneath the pillows of their beds, in between couch cushions and even …Read more »
Unleashing Loki’s agility ability
July 27, 2009
Have you ever watched a Border Collie bound through a set of weave poles in seconds flat? Their speed and endurance is nothing short of spectacular! I always wondered how agility handlers trained their dogs to fly so fluently through tunnels and jumps without distraction. This spring I experienced the rush of my life as I directed my 7-pound Japanese …Read more »
Keeping cool in the pool
July 21, 2009
In light of our recent day at the beach, I thought it was time for the dogs to have their first swimming lesson. And what better place than the backyard pool? To me, the most important part of the lesson was to teach them how to get out of the pool in case they ever accidentally fell in. For safety, …Read more »
