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Learning From Dogs

Life lessons from the dogs we love.

Honey the golden retriever and Pam with the Citadel bulldog.

I Love Being The Same Age As My Dog

January 26, 2018 //  by Pamela

After eight years, she has finally caught up. When I calculate Honey’s age in dog years,  she is about the same age as I am. And I love it. Would you?

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Honey the golden retriever and Pam in dinghy.

Training The Dog; Training Ourselves

December 7, 2015 //  by Pamela

My dog Honey gives us so much—affection, companionship, amusement. But the greatest way she has given back to our family might surprise you. It has to do with training her. And training ourselves.

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Honey the golden retriever in mortarboard teaches a class.

Do Dogs Understand Us Better Than We Understand Them?

August 18, 2015 //  by Pamela

I’ve always said I didn’t want a dog smarter than I was. But I may have one. In fact, I think my dog understands me better than I understand her.

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Honey the golden retriever looks down.

Why I Love People Who Love Dogs

May 21, 2015 //  by Pamela

Unlike some people, I don’t believe dog lovers are more honest, loving, or intelligent. We’re just as screwed up as everyone else. But there’s something special about people who love dogs. What is it?

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Golden Retriever smiling.

A Short Story

May 7, 2015 //  by Pamela

I wasn’t going to write anything today. I don’t have time. But Honey just did something so adorable. So Honey. I just had to share.

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Honey the Golden Retriever sniffs the air.

The REAL Reason We Love Dogs

February 24, 2015 //  by Pamela

Unconditional love. (Wo)man’s best’s friend. Blah, blah, blah. I’ve seen the standard explanations for why we love dogs so much. But I think they miss the mark. I know the real reason we love dogs so much.

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A black wolf is sleeping in the snow.

Be Humble With Animals

December 26, 2014 //  by Pamela

“How did you know it was okay when that off-leash dog approached us,” my sister asked. “Well, his tail was neutral, his ears weren’t folded back, and didn’t stare as he came close. But his legs and body looked a little stiff. So I relied on Honey to tell me it was okay. She knows …

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Honey the golden retriever sits on my lap.

How My Dog Made Me A Better Hostess

December 23, 2014 //  by Pamela

Back in the 1950s, magazines taught women how to be the perfect hostess. I’ve learned the same thing, but with a lot more dog hair. Because my golden retriever has taught me everything I need to know about making people feel welcome.

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Honey the golden retriever chews a stick in the snow.

Does Your Dog Hurt Your Feelings?

December 18, 2014 //  by Pamela

You meant cats, right Pam? It’s cats who are independent and aloof. It’s cats that hurt our feelings. Nope, I suspect dogs hurt our feelings more often. Here’s why.

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Honey the golden retriever puppy wades in the water.

What My Golden Retriever Taught Me About Who I Really Am

October 20, 2014 //  by Pamela

What do you think of when someone mentions a golden retriever? Friendly. Silky, blond coat. Loves to swim, right? Well, not my Honey. At least for the last one. Somehow she never got the memo telling her that goldens love the water. Luckily, we love her for the dog she is. And not just the …

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