Humans believe all kinds of crazy things, like sharks are more dangerous than cars, the Kardashians are actually interesting, and being a good leader for your dog means acting like something out of a werewolf horror movie. But what if people who want to be strong pack leaders for their dogs learned about leadership from …
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Which Trick Should I Teach My Dog?
I got a great deal on liver at the supermarket. Now I have a huge container of liver jerky and I gotta find some way to use it. I know. I’ll teach Honey a new trick. That will take our supply down really fast. But what should I teach her? Luckily, Koby and his person …
3 Bad Things that Happen Around Dogs (That Only Get Worse)
I can’t imagine life without dogs. But sometimes they’re responsible for some truly horrible things. And then things only get worse. Like when: You realize your dog is eating stuff off the counter. ↓ So you move food to the top of the fridge. ↓ And come home to find a torn up …
Limits Are Your Friend – Good for the Dog; Good For You
I hate Honey’s crate. When she first came home with us, it was in front of my dresser. When I wanted clothing, I’d have to move the crate, get what I wanted, and put the crate back in front of the drawers. Then my husband moved the crate in front of his dresser. Same problem. …
It’s Not the Leash; It’s the Relationship
If I see one more online argument about Flexi-Leashes, I’m going to scream. I understand the problem with extendable leashes. They can injure people when the cord wraps around a finger or leg frighten a dog if dropped allow a dog to get into trouble before their person knows it. But the argument …
Questions about Dogs and Fireworks
I’m feeling very blessed this morning. Absolutely no one in our household is frightened of fireworks. Unfortunately, many of our friends can’t say the same. I’m left with lots of questions. And some ill-informed speculations. Wanna hear them? My Questions (and Answers?) About Dogs and Fireworks Why isn’t Honey afraid of fireworks? Pick any or all …
How Dogs Would Celebrate Independence Day
Today is Independence Day in the United States. How do you think it would be different if dogs did the holiday planning? If Dogs Celebrated Independence Day They’d change the name to Co-Dependence Day. What do you think they are? Cats? Instead of fireworks, they’d only set off stink bombs. “Fire up that …
Take Care of Yourself – Good for the Dog; Good for You
“No, don’t mind me.” “I’m fine climbing this snowy mountain in my socks. Really, you need the boots more. It must be cold riding in that sled.” “C’mon, Honey. Keep up.” The only thing worse than my willingness to sacrifice myself so I don’t make someone else uncomfortable is when I drag my …
12 Reasons Dogs Make the Best Friends
Dogs shouldn’t replace people in our lives. We have plenty of love for both. But when I think of the behavior of some of my human “friends” over the years, it’s very tempting. 12 Reasons Your Dog is a Better Best Friend than Your (Human) Best Friend Human friends? You better watch out. …
3 Reasons a Dog Will Flinch Without Being Abused
Human beings have survived for thousands of years by assuming the worst. Not every sound in the forest is a saber toothed tiger, though. And not every dog that flinches has been abused. 3 Things That Make A Dog Flinch (Besides Abuse) 1. Clumsy Owners When I walk into a room carrying an awkward or …