A miscellany of thoughts about dogs, cats, writing, life in the Ozarks, & occasional book reviews
There's a lot of uncertainty and misinformation swirling about these days, with terms like social distancing, pandemics, self-isolation, quarantine, and shelter in place dominating conversations. And then there's working from home. Some might find it challenging to work on their own and could feel a bit lonely. For anybody who shares their home with dogs …
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When the sleet and snow is falling and temps are hovering just above freezing, what's a dog owner to do? In our house, favorite activities include Find It, when I leave Sasha in a long down-stay and then stash tiny treats in odd places. (I try to change up the locations to keep her …
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From the super-talented artist Maria Scrivan:Whatever your resolutions and goals may be, here's wishing you a joyous 2020!
Whatever holidays or special events you celebrate as the year draws to a close, take time to remind yourself what's safe--and what's not--for your dogs. Here's "must know" info straight from writer Mary Keal, whose articles have appeared on the American Kennel Club's website. It’s not just humans that overeat at the holidays. Some of …
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Today we celebrate the Autumnal Equinox (known as the Fall Festival to some and Mabon to others). I've been wondering if/how the season's change might affect the four-legged family members, and found some answers while wandering through the Internet. Writing for Romper.com in 2018, Beagle owner Abi Berwager Schreier had apparently wondered much the same. …
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