Separation anxiety in dogs coming from shelters is very common and it takes time to get it under control, but it can be done.
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South End, Boston, MA (Woofstock)
I thought I died and went to heaven when I saw so many dogs and their pet parents this past weekend in a fair appropriately named Woofstock. To say that Abby and I loved it would be an understatement. A few dogs were ready for Halloween, and so they were socializing with others while showing…
Seminar in Plymouth, MA
Yesterday, I conducted a seminar in Plymouth, MA and we were able to do some sightseeing prior to it. This was my first time in this area and it was beautiful to say the least. Before starting my seminar, I took Abby for a walk so she can socialize with people, and see new things. …
Malibu Beach, Abby, & New Memories
We enjoy going to Malibu beach because we see lots of pet parents with their furry kids walking around, people with kids, and so much more. I want us to make new memories with Abby so I thought this was a good place to start. Abby certainly seemed to enjoy it. Being that she is…
Dexter’s Energy Level
When we first met Dexter, a handsome boxer mix, I thought that he was a high energy dog, but I was wrong. Dexter is actually a medium-level energy dog. Why am I talking about this? Because your level of energy and that of your future or current dog is very important in order to make…
Alex On Sabbatical Leave
I’ve had Alex since she was about 3 months old, and I still can’t believe that she is on her way to be 12 years old next year. Thanks to Alex I have been able to help other dogs be more balanced and manageable, and as a result their pet parents were able to enjoy…
In Home Dog Boarding vs. Dog Kennels
Soon, it’ll be two weeks since Alex started wearing a brace for her ACL injury and so far she is doing fine. She is putting pressure on both legs, although still favoring her right leg, and she is resting a lot. This is her favorite spot when the sun is out, by the sliding doors….
Why Bother With Dog Obedience Training?
You’ll be surprised how many times I’ve heard people ask me the above question, and I’ll start with an example using my dogs and myself to best illustrate my answer, which is always, “Yes, take your dog for Obedience Training, and you’ll see the difference between living with an unruly dog and one that has…
My Chaotic Home: A Laid Back Tuesday
I had a pet parent a while ago say, “Your house must be very noisy and chaotic when you have dogs staying with you.” Well, yes and no. Yes, my home is chaotic when: a pet parent is dropping off or picking up her furry kid because the other dogs can smell and hear this…
Alex, In The Arms Of Morpheus
Today, Sunday, was one of those days when Alex decided that she’d rather sleep than eat. Do I like it? No, I hate it, to put it mildly because I worry everytime she does not eat. But, then I reminded myself that there are days when she eats only 1 cup rather than her usual 3…
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