An Amateur's Musings on Dogs and Their People
Posted in Tips on Aug 31st, 2011
Are you sick of hearing about BlogPaws 2011 yet? Because I worry a little bit that folks who wanted to attend but couldn’t will find all the blah, blah, BlahgPaws talk obnoxious. That’s why I’m sharing my 5 ways you … Continue reading
Posted in Silly Stuff, Tue Cute Tuesday on Aug 30th, 2011
Somehow I’ve become the high priestess of the Pup Fan cult. I don’t see other bloggers who attended BlogPaws being scolded for not revealing the identity of the funny and mysterious Pup Fan. So I reluctantly take on my responsibilities. … Continue reading
Posted in Product Review on Aug 29th, 2011
I’ve lost my BlogPaws virginity and it was better than promised. Here’s what BlogPaws looks like to a newbie: Besides pet bloggers, I met lots of people who work for pet-related businesses and volunteers and staff for rescues and shelters. … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Silly Stuff on Aug 27th, 2011
A thoroughly exhausted dog… I’ll post more about the conference soon. Right now, we’re deciding if we can stay for the entire day or need to leave early to beat Irene home. Have a great Saturday! This is a blog … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Silly Stuff on Aug 25th, 2011
Posted in Reflections, Silly Stuff on Aug 24th, 2011
BlogPaws has me making some uncharacteristic choices. I’m: taking time off from work (and after I just spent a week off sailing); spending money; challenging Honey’s “four on the floor” training with hundreds of crazy dog people who I just … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Responsible Dog Guardians, Socialization, Tue Cute Tuesday on Aug 23rd, 2011
In the more than 20 years I’ve had dogs, I’ve never been to a professional groomer. As I noted yesterday, I’ve always had low-maintenance dogs–an occasional bath, a brush and a nail trim was all I ever had to do. … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Reflections on Aug 22nd, 2011
Gretchen Rubin wrote in The Happiness Project about the year she spent “test-driving the wisdom of the ages, the current scientific studies, and the lessons from popular culture about how to be happy.” The Puppiness Project is my attempt to learn the … Continue reading
Posted in Reflections on Aug 20th, 2011
I’m a very good girl. A people pleaser. A rule follower. I always remember to say “please” and “thank you.” I clean up after myself and try not to impose on others. I always bring a hostess gift to a party. … Continue reading
Posted in Silly Stuff on Aug 12th, 2011
Ok, it’s inspirational to me. Am way behind in getting ready to go sailing tomorrow. Mike and I are taking “liveaboard” lessons on Lake Ontario. Honey, unfortunately, has to stay home to guard the silverware. Not sure if I’ll be … Continue reading
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