A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
Welcome to spring in the Ozarks! I woke up this morning to 28 degrees and a wind chill of 23. Brrrr! That didn't stop Sasha from rushing outside for her usual morning romp, of course. It's a good thing her coat is starting to thicken since she didn't wait for me to find her winter …
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It's been a month since Sasha came into our lives. What an adventure we're having! After so many years without a dog of my own, I've come to the conclusion that this adventure comes with a learning curve for all of us. For Sasha, everything's new after losing whatever home she knew when she was surrendered …
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My beloved spaniel Alix loved to play. She was a natural at hide-and-seek, enjoyed a rousing game of tug-of-war, and had a couple of chew toys she'd carry about. Her favorite daily game, though, involved our Silver Tabby Amy and Katie the Calico Cat. We lived in a house with a long hallway and every …
For many of us, an official 'Love Your Pet Day' might seem a little unnecessary. We love our pets every day! But every year on February 20th, Love Your Pet Day serves as a little reminder to give our beloved pets some special attention. Read all: 5 Fun Ways to Celebrate “Love Your Pet” Day
Obedience is much on my mind these days, and I've been scouring the Internet for stories, strategies, and tips to help Sasha and I learn the fine art of PAYING ATTENTION. I think we'll both be watching this clip for inspiration! (Find the link at the end of the post.)