Yesterday I mused on our different fears about our dogs. And how each of us fears some types of risk more than others. But life is risky. And a life worth living is even more risky. Physical challenges, traveling, and even falling in love all entail risk. I’m trying to figure out what’s acceptable …
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The Year of Living Dangerously – What’s the Real Risk?
Overprotective Dad March is poison prevention month. I’ve read some terrific posts this month sharing tips for how to keep your pets safe. You’ll find them here: My Brown Newfies Life with Dogs Bunny’s Blog But I’m keeping my husband far away from them. He’s paranoid about poisoning Honey. Whenever I give her some apple, …
Do You Have Dreams for Your Dog?
Many of us envision an ideal dog. For some, it’s the gentle couch potato resting his head on your knee while you read. For others, it’s the dog who swims, camps, hikes, and runs beside the bike. And for still others, it’s something in between. But if your dog isn’t who you expected her to be, …
Does Liking Dogs Mean You’re a Good Person?
Sure he was an evil, heartless b*st*rd. But he loved his dog. That must mean something. Or does it? What will we forgive if someone loves dogs? Like most of my thinky, wordy posts, this one began with someone else’s writing. In Sigmund Freud’s Case of Puppy Love, Edie Jarolim explored Freud’s love of dogs …
Simple Gifts – Holiday Traditions with Dogs
Yes, I know Christmas is manipulated by retailers looking to get into our wallets. And I realize it’s probably a solstice commemoration to which Jesus, Santa, Rudolph, Frosty and the Grinch have been added on. I know its cultural significance is so great in the U.S. that it has led to Hanukkah being seen as …
How Much Do You Spend On Your Pets?
The Furry Side of Finance Pets are cheap love. Although an unexpected vet bill or chronic health condition needing a special diet can be expensive, we get a lot for very little money when we love an animal. How little? The folks at the online money management system, Mint.com, created a nifty infographic. Mint gets its …
Surprised by Dog: Happy Ending Stories
While we’re waiting to receive the good news that Mel Freer’s missing foster dog, Lady, has been found, I thought I’d post a few links to happy ending stories. These aren’t dramatic stories about dogs who scale mountains and swim oceans to return to their families. They are just small, every day triumphs in the …
What Does A Dog Smell With His Head Out a Car Window?
On the way to the dog park this morning, we saw a yellow lab mix with his head sticking out the sunroof of a car. At the same time, Honey had her head out the window and was sniffing fast and furious. What is it like to be a dog with millions of scent molecules …
Take Action To Save Pets
Without animal shelters and rescues, starving dogs and cats would roam the streets. And more litters of unwanted kittens would meet horrible ends. But animal shelters can only do their work thanks to volunteers. November 8 is Volunteer Action Day Did you know that 97% of all animal welfare organizations use volunteers? And that more …
20 Things No One Tells You When You Get Your First Dog
When you brought your first dog home you probably picked up a few books about training, feeding, and caring for him. But do books tell you everything you need? Of course not. Some links may be affiliate links. We may get paid if you buy something or take an action after clicking one of these. …