You’ll find millions of articles about training puppies. But none of them tell you the secrets I’ll share with you here. When You Get a Puppy, No One Tells You… You can train a puppy so she NEVER pees in the house. You just can’t do anything else. Errorless house training relies on liberal use …
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What Are Your Dog’s Super Powers?
Superman has awesome strength, x-ray vision, and can fly. Wonder Woman has enhanced hearing and eyesight, the ability to deflect bullets with her bracelets, and an invisible plane. Batman has, well, Batman is only human. But he has a gazillion dollars, a cool car, and a butler with field medic training. So I guess those …
The Dog Lover’s Wardrobe
When I adopted my first dogs, the high heels went deep into the closet along with my silky dresses and easily snagged sweaters. So what does a dog lover wear? A Look at the Dog Lover’s Wardrobe Here’s what you’ll find in my wardrobe now: Pockets – A girl’s gotta have some place to keep …
How I Know I’m a Dog Pessimist
Is the glass half empty? Or half full? What a stupid question. At least if you’re a dog person. I Am a Dog Pessimist I know I am. Because this is what I think about on a walk: I have our visiting dog Chico’s leash in one hand. I have Honey’s leash and a full …
The Dog Lover’s Guide to Great Sex
[Warning: This blog post is acceptable reading for mature audiences. Young children and those who don’t think people have sex are cautioned not to read it. Now, if you’re ready, click the soundtrack and read on.] Earlier this week, I asked the innocent question: “Where is the dog when you have sex?” The comments are …
Where is the Dog When You Have Sex?
Note: This post is not explicit and is rated PG-13. It leaves most things to your imagination. Of course, if your imagination makes it rated R or X, don’t blame Something Wagging This Way Comes. You can’t spend five minutes in dog blogville without reading a complaint about a dog who hogs the bed. But …
10 Things I’d Never Do If I Didn’t Have a Dog
Because of my dog, I do the craziest things. This is the short list. If I Didn’t Have a Dog, I’d Never… Keep stinky treats in the bathroom Let’s face it. I don’t need to give my husband bits of dehydrated chicken to convince him to take a bath or clip his toenails. At least …
The Dog Person’s Guide To Spring
Spring begins in our corner of the world next week. How do I know? My dog has shown me all the signs. 10 Dog Signs of Spring 1. People tell me flowers are starting to appear. I can’t see them through the cloud of shedding dog hair. 2. The dog who never pulls on leash …
Overhearing Stories, With One About Four Dogs in a Boat
I love the stories of people’s lives. One of my life’s highlights was an overnight bus trip from North Carolina to Pennsylvania. I spent hours eavesdropping, learning the stories of the people around me. The driver and the elderly woman in the front seat gossiped about African-American high society in Wilmington, NC. The young Native …
9 Questions You Should Never Ask a Sarcastic Dog
I think Honey is a sweet dog. But what if I’m wrong? What if she’s a sarcastic bitch and I don’t realize it because she doesn’t speak English? If she ever learns, I could be in trouble. 9 Questions Not to Ask a Sarcastic Dog Pam: Do you want a cookie? Sarcastic Honey: No, I’m just drooling …