Something Wagging This Way Comes

Who’s Having More Fun – Wordless Wednesday

Pamela — Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:39:51 +0000

Who is Having More Fun? The Dog? Or the Man? Cast Your Vote. Who had more fun? Mike or Honey?

How to Introduce Children to Your Dog – Use A Clicker

Pamela — Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:59:44 +0000

How can a clicker help you safely introduce a child to your dog? Watch and learn. 5 Steps to Introducing a Child to Your Dog 1. Make sure the child has a space where they can watch the dog from … Continue reading →

Take Control to Feel Less Scared – Good for the Dog; Good for You

Pamela — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 13:14:52 +0000

Does taking control of a situation make you feel less scared? I don’t know about scientists. But sailors know it’s true. And so do dog trainers. How Does a Dog Control a Kayak Honey enjoys kayaking. But when the motion … Continue reading →

5 Reasons I Rely on My Vet in a DIY World

Pamela — Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:21:43 +0000

Thanks to the internet, you can: learn how to castrate your dog (don’t; it’s terribly cruel) diagnose animal illnesses buy home vaccinations “prevent” and “cure” disease and regulate your pet’s diet. So why does anyone bother going to the vet? … Continue reading →

Dealing with a Fitness Fail

Pamela — Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:09:03 +0000

It’s the eternal question: If your fitness plans go wrong, do you curl up on the couch with a bag of chips or pick yourself up and make a new plan? Because my plans for K9 Kamp went wrong this … Continue reading →

What if Dogs Planned Summer Vacations?

Pamela — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 11:42:13 +0000

If your dog planned your summer vacation, how would it be different? ♦ Instead of calling “shotgun” to see who rides in the front, dogs would bark and the last one to let out a woof has to drive while everyone … Continue reading →

Find the Puppy – Wordless Wednesday

Pamela — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 11:18:10 +0000

I look for puppies everywhere. But I was surprised to find this one. Did you spot it? No, not Honey. Look again. Extra credit if you recognize his little Japanese friend. Your Turn: Where’s the most unexpected place you … Continue reading →

Julia Child Loved Cats

Pamela — Tue, 11 Jun 2013 15:01:07 +0000

Julia Child is a public television deity in a holy trinity that includes Mr. Rogers and Big Bird. Imagine how popular she’d be if everyone know how much she loved cats. We Love Julia Julie Child was an unlikely television … Continue reading →

Taste Doesn’t Matter – Good for the Dog; Good for You

Pamela — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 13:14:08 +0000

Unless you’re talking about kibble, taste is the least important thing ever. So why did I ever make such a big deal about it? Honey Has Good Taste in Dogs It probably wouldn’t surprise you that Honey is attracted to … Continue reading →

Why Do We Expect So Much From Dogs?

Pamela — Sat, 08 Jun 2013 13:20:43 +0000

“Do I really have to go to that party? I won’t know anyone and I’ll feel so awkward.” “She just rubs me the wrong way. If she wasn’t my sister-in-law, I’d never talk to her.” “I know the store is … Continue reading →