Dogs

As a dog owner, you want your dog to live a long, happy, energetic life by your side. Obviously, a lot of that is only possible if you implement plenty of exercise, proper medical care, and of course, a solid diet into their daily routine.  However, while exercise and medical care are fairly easy to […]

One of the most neglected parts of dog health is the skin. The majority of pet owners are concerned with feeding their pets quality food or giving them proper exercise. However, the health of the coat and skin of a dog is also very important. The skin of a dog serves as the initial barrier […]

August is Pride Month in Ottawa and although controversy rained on the Pride Parade the celebration shined through the storm because that’s how rainbows are made! In Ottawa, we get to celebrate Pride in June AND in August!! Why is Ottawa Pride Month in August? Here’s a little bit of history! The first major Canadian LGBTQIA+ human rights […]

Before I dig into this post, a note: I bought Penny’s DNA test myself. Years ago, I was provided DNA tests for Lucas and Cooper for free, so I chose the same company to purchase this one. This post is not sponsored. As an Amazon affiliate, I do earn a teeny-tiny commission from qualifying purchases. […]

Why You Shouldn’t Leave Your Dog Outside a Shop Leaving your dog outside a shop might seem harmless. You just need to nip in quickly, and your dog will be fine waiting outside. But when you leave your dog outside of a shop, you’re exposing them to risks most people don’t even think about. Let’s talk […]

Does your dog begin barking or pawing at you, or pacing at your feet as soon as you start a phone call or Zoom meeting? Here are dog training tips for changing your dog’s behaviors…to have better dog manners during your calls. In my home, I also have an African Grey who likes to interrupt […]

Day 1 A most rare occasion is when I fly directly to the city where I’m going to be working all week. It happened on the last trip to Jacksonville, and Smyrna wasn’t a very long trip at all. I’m working in Dothan, Alabama this week and I get to fly into Dothan. It’s a […]

Across Europe, ancient pilgrimage routes are seeing renewed interest, not only from religious travelers but from those seeking clarity, reset, and reflection. These historic paths once guided spiritual devotion. Today, they offer something quieter yet equally powerful: time, rhythm, and distance from digital noise. The appeal is less about doctrine and more about direction. For […]

Dog training isn’t complicated. Most problems happen because people try to fix the hardest situation first instead of building the skills that lead up to it. Dogs learn best when behaviors are taught in the right order. When that order is skipped, both the dog and the owner end up frustrated. 🐾 Attacking the Problem […]

How To Clean Dog Poop Off Shoes? How To Clean Dog Poop Off Shoes? You can simply clean your shoes to get rid of dog poop by washing them with water. Other ways to clean your shoes are using a brush, rubbing on grass, and wiping it with papers. To get rid of poop smell […]