An Amateur's Musings on Dogs and Their People
Posted in golden retriever, Puppy Training, Responsible Dog Guardians on Apr 26th, 2013
I hit a nerve. Dozens of people commented on my post about why I don’t train my dog better, sharing their love for their dogs’ individual quirks. And hundreds more have come from all over the web to read it. … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Puppy Training, Responsible Dog Guardians, Socialization on Apr 25th, 2013
Let’s say you want to do something dramatic. Like selling your house and moving onto a boat. Before you up-end your entire life, how do you know your dog will be happy with your choice? Introducing Big Change to Your … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Reflections, Responsible Dog Guardians on Apr 23rd, 2013
Honey is the easiest dog I’ve ever lived with. She doesn’t counter surf, root through the garbage, or bust in on me in the bathroom. She doesn’t cry when I leave her to go to work. But she’s not perfect. … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Wordless Wednesday on Apr 17th, 2013
As we ran along the lake edge, we couldn’t help but think of the Boston runners and citizens who were injured, both physically and emotionally, earlier this week. We also thought of the people for whom terror is not an … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Responsible Dog Guardians on Apr 12th, 2013
Dog walkers are so boring. Day after day I see them walking around the block with their dogs, never leaving the sidewalk, never having fun. I’d like them to know what they’re missing. Walking the Dog the Fun Way Since … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Wordless Wednesday on Apr 10th, 2013
Who is the object of your dog’s affections?
Posted in golden retriever, Silly Stuff, Wordless Wednesday on Apr 3rd, 2013
This post has a soundtrack to play in the background, compliments of Sesame Street. Sing along with us: Who are the puppies in your neighborhood, in your neighborhood, in your neighborhood Who are the puppies in … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Puppy Training, Responsible Dog Guardians on Mar 2nd, 2013
Silent Terror It happened in slow motion. Layla, the Beagle we’re fostering, had climbed up on the back of the sofa to get a good view out the window. Honey, my Golden Retriever, was sleeping on the cushions below. As … Continue reading
Posted in golden retriever, Silly Stuff on Feb 20th, 2013
I’ve hit the February wall. Biking home from work in the snow last night was it. I’m entering warm weather fantasy land. How about you?
Posted in golden retriever, In the News, Silly Stuff on Feb 1st, 2013
Americans complain that soccer is boring. But two playful pups have a suggestion: break up the non-action with a romp on the field. It works for me: American football has been drastically improved by Puppy Bowl. We’ve now seen the … Continue reading
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