Comments on: Does A Good Dog Make A Bad Blog?

By: Sarah, Bug & Moo

Sarah, Bug & Moo — Sat, 30 Apr 2016 15:34:44 +0000

I love reading about all dogs, the good, the bad and the ugly. There’s a bit of camaraderie between dog-parents who have bad dogs, that it is nice to know that there are other people out there that are struggling to get their footing in. On the other hand, I love reading about good dogs because well I am always wondering “What is it like to have a “good” dog?” I find it calming to read that there are people out there who are having a much easier time than I am.
But more importantly, I love how passionate other dog people are about their dog(s). When I talk to my friends, people who are not dog people, they don’t understand. They just think it’s just a dog. But for a lot of us our dogs are out life. And whether you have a good or bad dog you still love them unconditionally in order to write a blog post about them, let alone a whole blog about them!

By: Michelle & The Paw Pack

Michelle & The Paw Pack — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 19:07:24 +0000

I love telling silly stories about things my dogs do but, on the flip side, there are things I get nervous about posting. People can be so judgemental, and I sometimes feel like being a voice, however small of one, in the pet community puts this extra pressure on me to have ‘perfect’ dogs.

I think this is one reason I like reading about “bad” pets. I know the courage it can take for owners to put themselves out there like that – to admit that their pets aren’t perfect and deal with the potential backlash that sometimes comes from being open and honest.

But I don’t find easy dogs boring at all! Some of my favorite blogs are about dogs that sound so much easier to deal with than my own. I also agree that every animal has a story. There is that certain challenge that comes with sharing our lives with animals that I think every pet owner understands, whether their pets are trouble makers or not!

By: Terry

Terry — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 07:16:49 +0000

I agree with you – every dog has a story. And trying to understand that story and tell ours back is how we live with and love our dogs. There are volumes in each tilt of the head and wag of the tail and if you know how to listen, you will hear it. And if you can write and share it, dog lovers want to know. Just my 2 cents.

By: Groovy Goldendoodles

Groovy Goldendoodles — Mon, 18 Apr 2016 01:25:58 +0000

Though your title has some merit – I find blogs about easy dogs i.e. Honey just as interesting. I find reading stories about dogs who get into far more mischief than Jax entertaining, but I also learn so much from dogs like Honey who accomplish what sounds like impossible tasks such as learning to walk a plank 🙂 I guess I like them all – and find none of them boring.

By: lauranne

lauranne — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 14:05:57 +0000

In reply to Pamela.

She has her own leash but I worry about taking her where wild rabbits are in case she can pick up their diseases – although she is fully vaccinated!

I will go out walking more in the summer, but in winter I find it hard to motivate myself, especially when I have a bunny sat at home wanting cuddles!

By: Beth

Beth — Fri, 15 Apr 2016 12:11:53 +0000

Clearly this person has never met Honey! We love reading good dog stories, especially Honey’s. Even though Honey’s a good dog, there are still challenges she faces and I love reading about her life as a boat dog. However, I will say that as far as living with a dog goes, I would prefer a “bad” dog because I think they really need someone who understands them and I enjoy working through the challenges–after living with Barley, I’m not sure I’d know what to do with myself living with a “good” dog.

By: Monika & Sam

Monika & Sam — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 18:36:22 +0000

In reply to Pamela. I think ALL dogs would! BOL

By: Pamela

Pamela — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 16:20:48 +0000

In reply to Jen Gabbard.

Blogs are one way we find our tribe. We “meet” people from different places we can relate to.

For me, that’s been one of the best things about blogging. I’ve made lifelong friends whose politics, religion, and home country are different from mine. But we’re able to relate to each other through our relationships with our dogs.

Sorry for the brain hurt. 🙂 But I look forward to someday reading your own spin when you’re inspired to write a post spurred by your musings.

By: Pamela

Pamela — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 16:15:39 +0000

In reply to Callie, Shadow, and Ducky's Mom. Thanks! Although Honey would probably be just as happy if I gave up the blog and spent my writing time feeding her bon bons and taking her for walks. :)

By: Pamela

Pamela — Thu, 14 Apr 2016 16:09:56 +0000

In reply to houndstooth. OMD, I know some people who could probably write a fascinating blog about a pet rock. Not me, however. :)