Between the pandemic, rising temps, and the dust from the Sahara, our outdoor activities have been curtailed through June. In pursuit of new ways to keep Sasha entertained--and exercised--I turned to the American Kennel Club's website and discovered cool tips and tricks for indoor fun. I compiled a few of my current favorites here. Enjoy! …
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Holidays, Stress, and Dogs
Here's a good reminder for us all: (With thanks to Spirit Dog Training) Whatever holidays you celebrate, wishing you and your beloved animals peace!
Breed and Behavior
In Dangerous Deeds, residents are divided by a proposed ordinance to ban what some consider "dangerous dogs" in the county. Those in favor of the ordinance believe some breeds can never be trusted, while others disagree and refuse to endorse the proposal. When asked her opinion, dog trainer and owner of Waterside Kennels Maggie Porter …
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“It’s raining cats and dogs”
Strong storms rolling across the hills this morning brought to mind this 19th century image. If you've never heard the expression "it's raining cats and dogs" you might enjoy reading the possible origins noted in this Everyday Mysteries post. Some suggest this was inspired by tales of Odin, the Norse god of storms. While no evidence exists …
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Whistling Past The Graveyard
In the many months I've been working to help Sasha overcome anxiety after having been attacked by off-leash dogs, we've tried just about every strategy and training technique that's been published on the subject. Like most things in life, some days we make more progress than others. Sasha is doing her best to be brave …
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