This time of year represents a substantial change in our regular routines, not only for families with school-aged children. In an effort to beat the summer heat, I’m up and out the door with my dogs first thing (well, actually, after coffee). My walks are also my quiet reflective time [...]
We recently went to Paris on a family vacation. Like anyone else who is dog obsessed, I noticed all the dogs calmly walking with their owners, some even off leash, just plotting along. I was initially amazed at how well-mannered they were, and frankly, a little envious. Over the next [...]
There’s always more Without going down a huge rabbit hole, take a moment to consider what your own world would look like if you felt confident there is always more of whatever you wanted - food, money, land, opportunities, or simply, more chocolate. Crazy idea huh? Did you experience a [...]
Dog sports are becoming increasingly popular, as more dog owners discover the joy of watching their dogs do what is often instinctual to them. The fun part is that when our dogs play some sports, the rules and structure of the activity are only limited by our imagination, and the [...]
When people think of dog treats, the first thing that probably comes to mind is giving a dog a bone, traditionally a milk bone. They are inexpensive, easy to carry and can quickly make someone a “fan favorite” during a neighborhood walk. But treats for dogs come in a multitude [...]
Since I’ve been staying home more than usual these past few months, I’ve been pretty much wearing the same clothes over and over again. Initially, this was a great perk! I was more comfortable and definitely doing less laundry. But now that it’s been going on for a while, the [...]
When we see a person and their dog at a neighborhood park or at the beach, where their dog is off leash, yet walking in stride with their owner, their life together looks good! In fact, their time together looks perfect. Many owners contact me wanting to replicate this exact [...]
Ever have one of those days where things just don’t go as planned? You start your day as usual, but encounter an unexpected traffic jam on your morning commute. So you try to get some work done with a few phone calls, but your cell phone cuts out at the [...]
It’s all about perception. As they say, one person’s trash is another person’s treasure. I’m not suggesting you empty out your trash cans and let your dog have at it, but I am suggesting we take a look at items that are already destined for recycling and figure out [...]
In light of all that it going on in our world, our dogs are the ones that will continue to benefit from social distancing. Social Distancing is Nothing New For many, learning the term “social distancing” is new. However, the concept is actually not. The first known use started [...]