Growing up in Minnesota, I was used to snow staying on the ground all winter. The first snow was always exciting - we could go sledding, make snowmen, have snowball fights, or just play in the fluffy white stuff. A snow day off from school was always high on the wish list too. I guess [...]
I've counseled lots of people on how to help get through times of mandatory R&R for their energetic dogs. This week (November 2010) has been my chance to put that advice to the test. Romeo was neutered last Friday, and the vet recommends a week of no running and jumping. That would be fine if [...]
Yep, the day he was neutered. Honestly, I'm not sure if the day was more traumatic for me or for him. While he was the one actually having surgery, at least he was oblivious of what was to come and asleep during the procedure. I, on the other hand, had plenty of time to worry [...]
Romeo and Jahzara both love bunnies. There is a direct correlation between the pleasantness of our walks and the number of bunnies we see. For the dogs, the more bunnies we see, the more pleasant and exciting the walk is. For me, the fewer bunnies we see, the more pleasant and fun the walk is. [...]
Saying goodbye to a family dog is never easy. Sometimes the end comes quickly, other times an illness or old age causes a long drawn out deterioration of a dog's health. Either way, it's always tough to say goodbye, and even tougher to be the one who has to make the choice of when to [...]
