Back in June, Eric Goebelbecker posted a very controversial post at Dogstar Daily in which he argued that dogs don’t need to play with other dogs to be happy. And, since dog parks can be volatile situations, you might be better off finding other ways for your dog to play with others if you do …
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Everyday Agility
I’d love to try agility with Honey. I’ve taken her to a couple of competitions where she’s enjoyed watching the dogs go through their paces. Unfortunately the closest agility classes are ten miles away and I don’t see well enough to drive in the dark. Next best thing? Find agility obstacles around the neighborhood and …
When Should Your Dog Go With You? When Should Your Dog Stay Home?
My recent post on Dogs in Church drew a very thoughtful comment from Ms. Wild Dingo of the blog, Wild Dingo. She starts out talking about seeing dogs in public places (such as stores) being bored and restless. She goes on to note: “we as dog lovers have to respect that not everyone likes dogs. …
The Puppiness Project – Exercise!
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 same from Honey, my Golden Retriever. When I spend too much time sitting …
13 Funniest Dog Quotes
Any other favorites I missed? Please share.
Outdoor Fun with Your Senior Dog
Puppies and adolescent dogs don’t usually stay long in shelters. Puppies, of course, are adorable. And adolescent dogs promote ideas of long hikes, games of fetch in the park, and other doggy athletic activities. So why should someone adopt an older dog? What fun can you have with a dog that’s all worn out? Older …
The Puppiness Project – Expect the Best from People
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 same from Honey, my Golden Retriever. Honey likes everyone the first time she …
Why I Need to Train Myself the Way I Train My Dog
I feel old! Although I was a fairly early internet adapter (way back in the old days before the World Wide Web), I’ve been left behind. In the past 20 years of working on other things, I haven’t kept up with my computer skills. And now I’m paying the price. I admire beautiful blogs and …
Smart Nose vs. Dumb Nose – A Tale of Two Doggies
Our last dog, Shadow, was reportedly a hound mix. And that seemed to be borne out by her behavior. On walks, Shadow would travel with her nose to the ground until she caught a new scent. Then she’d pull like crazy until she caught up to it. When Shadow was absorbed in a scent, she …
The Puppiness Project – Do One Thing at a Time
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 same from Honey, my Golden Retriever. Every time I cook a large meal, …