Abby, “Hello”
Abby is one of the friendliest and most playful dogs I’ve met, but even like that I continue to expose her to different dogs – yes even pit bulls – in order to brush up on her doggie manners.
Abby, “Moms, I am making some new friends”
Regardless of the size, breed, age, etc., of your dog, socializing your dog should be an ongoing project for all pet parents. Before I forget, Happy Mother’s Day!
Posted in Breeds, dog trainer, Dogs, Outings, Walking
Tagged Anxiety, behavior modification, dog walking, Gentle Leader, Pit bulls, Stoughton MA
Abby, “Mom, are you feeding me any time soon?”
My inpatient birthday girl could hardly wait for her breakfast. That look speaks volumes!
Abby ate her delicious breakfast – finally! – which consisted of a stir fry and some kibble. She inhaled it.
Abby, “Moms, I am ready. Let’s go”
Yes, Abby was more than ready to go and get some cookies for her birthday. I like for her to travel in her crate or wearing a seat belt, specially made for dogs, so she is safe.
Abby, “Moms, I want this one!”
Abby was certainly not shy about letting us know exactly what she wanted. We took her to Maggie’s Dog House in Hingham, MA.
Abby, “Mom, make sure you hold on tight to my bag full of goodies”
And so after we did some shopping we headed for a little bit of an outing to the city.
Abby, “Mom, I like everything I am smelling”
And so we ended up going to Back Bay, Boston. Abby loved it.
Abby, ” I am 3 years Old? No way! I feel younger than that.
After our nice long day, Abby finally got her birthday cake. Abby’s birthday is at the beginning of April, but we were too busy at that time so we decided to celebrate it a little bit late. I am not too sure Abby mind that, do you?
Posted in ACL Injury, Breeds, Dog Equipment, dog trainer, Dogs, foster dogs, Humor, Nutrition, Outings, senior dogs, Training, Walking
Tagged Back Bay, Beagle, Boston, Bulldog, canine birthday, canine cuisine, Hingham, ma, Stoughton MA
Abby, “Moms, I love the snow. I am using my ears as wings. Weeee!”
Today, Tuesday, is the first day of Spring, but you wouldn’t know it since we still have snow on the ground, and tomorrow we’re expecting our 4th nor’easter. What will Abby be doing? Playing in the snow, of course!
While Abby will be having a blast playing in the snow tomorrow, other dogs prefer to nap in a comfortable bed with a blanket or two.
Abby and Champagne (L to R). Champagne, “Will I be getting a treat any time soon?”
And then there are those, like Abby and Champagne, that prefer to “help” in the kitchen and be Cynthia’s sous chefs. Regardless of what you decide to do tomorrow, please be safe and keep yourself and your furry kids warm.
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Tagged Beagle, behavior modification, dog behavior, dog walking, french bulldogs, Pit bulls, Stoughton MA
Jack, “Keep up with me”.
Since we have a storm coming to MA today, we got our morning walk done, and of course Jack seemed to be in a hurry to do so.
Jack and Louis, “This is how we wait for another Nor’easter”.
Yes, Jack and Louis certainly do not seem worried at all. If only we could be more like our canine companions, right? If you need to be outside, be safe.
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Tagged Bulldog, dog behavior, dog walking, french bulldogs, nor'easter, Socialization, Stoughton MA
Abby, “Mom, I don’t think we’ll be able to walk today”.
That was Abby looking out the window the day we had a northeastern coming our way. I did keep her busy, but I am pretty sure she would have preferred to go for a walk.
Abby, “I need to pee, but I can’t find the smell I am looking for!”
Abby and I love to walk, but please be extra careful when you are out walking because drivers may not be able to see you due to the height of the snow. It also doesn’t help that Abby and I are both short.
Abby, “Mom, please stop taking pictures of me already!”
Yes, as you can see in the above picture, Abby was already done being the object of my pictures. Fine, no more pictures . . . well, for now.
Posted in ACL Injury, Breeds, Dog Equipment, Dogs, foster dogs, Humor, Nutrition, Outings, senior dogs, Training, Walking
Tagged Anxiety, Beagle, Bulldog, canines, dog walker, exercise, fit
Abby, “Mom, did you hear that?”
Since the weather was terrible, to say the least, Abby volunteered to help me put our laundry away. Oh, she was also on guard duty, as you can see.
Abby, “Mom, this is not folded properly”.
To be quite honest, I don’t know how much help Abby really was, but I know that she always tries her best to help me out with chores at home.
Abby, “Mom, I am so tired. Helping you takes a lot out of me”.
I know, I know. I shouldn’t work Abby so hard. Let’s keep in mind that she volunteered to help me out. Enjoy your weekend!
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Tagged Beagle, beds, dog behavior, dog trainer, dogs, ma, Stoughton
I know, chaos may be an exaggeration, but for most people holidays tend to be pretty busy and somewhat stressful. What I like about holidays, of course, happen to be the food “we” cook, I am using we very loosely since Cynthia is the one that cooks, while Abby and I end up being the “critics”. I know, what a hard life we have, but hey, someone’s got to do it. Right?
Along with all the food we are planning to enjoy, comes plenty of relaxation and/or sleeping, which Champagne gladly demonstrates for us all the time.
Abby, “Mom, did you remember to pack my food?”
And then we have those that will be traveling to visit family. That won’t be us this year, but for those that are traveling my suggestion would be: have patience; carry food and water; take your dog with you; and above all, enjoy your family. What plans do you have for these upcoming holidays?
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Tagged behavior modification, dog behavior, dog food, dog trainer, dog walking, Holidays, ma, Stoughton
