Happy Birthday Abby!

Abby turns 7 years old today. Could you believe how time goes by so fast? We are so happy to have her in our lives and so this is what we’ve planned for her: Yummy brunch, she had some fried rice and eggs this morning; napping in front of the fireplace which she seems to…

Happy Valentine’s Day 2022

Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you pet parents and your canine kids! Although the day started cloudy with some flurries, as time went by it turned out to be sunny and nice enough to take a long walk. Aside from celebrating this day about love, we also celebrate it because Charlie, yesterday, has been…

Roxie A Cute Yorkie

The above cutie pie is Roxie, a Yorkshire Terrier often shortened as Yorkie, who is vacationing with us so I decided to highlight a few of her breed’s traits: A Yorkie’s coat is said to be hypoallergenic Very protective, active, and loving attention makes a Yorkie a great companion for an adult person This breed…

Dogs And Separation Anxiety

Separation anxiety in dogs coming from shelters is very common and it takes time to get it under control, but it can be done.

Reasons Why You Should Foster A Dog

These are just a few of the reasons why you should foster a dog: A dog will enrich and make your life much more fun and interesting You will give this dog the opportunity to socialize with people, and perhaps even other dogs and animals in your home By providing a temporary home, you’ll ease…

Happy New Year! 2019

Happy New Year from All My Canine Companions to you and your furry kids. Regardless of how you spent the new year – some of us did lot of walking and napping – we hope you had a great time and enjoyed your loved ones.  Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas 2018

We waited until after midnight to go to bed in order to wish each other Merry Christmas, but our canine companions were ready to go to bed already so we followed Prince’s example, and it was lights out for my pack. This morning, my impatient girl, Abby, was eagerly waiting for breakfast and presents in…

A Tired Dog Is A Good Dog

When a dog gets sufficient mental and physical stimulation, she will be well behaved and balanced.  The majority of the “issues” pet parents encounter with their canine companions is due to a lack or inappropriate amount of mental and physical activity. There are many ways to exercise your dog, these are just some suggestions: running,…

Are Dog Owners Healthier People?

Yes, I do believe that most, not all, dog owners are healthier people than those without dogs.  I remember a couple of years ago when my Alex was injured and unable to walk with me, I went out by myself to walk, and I still remember how boring it was. I never did it again. …

Siesta Time And Dogs

Regardless of the size or breed of dog I’ve taken care of, one thing I’ve realized they all love to do is nap.  We, humans, sometimes feel guilty of taking a nap, yours truly is one of those, but as time goes by I am starting to feel less and less guilty. Some dogs like…