Monthly Archives: January 2010
I failed my dog
There are some moments when, as a dog guardian, I fail spectacularly. Our little dogs, no matter how smart, how well-trained, how reliable, are still dogs. And it’s our responsibility, as the humans in their lives who expect them to … Continue reading
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Playing “find it” and Lucas’ confidence conundrum
After last week’s strange temperature spike (50 degrees! in January! in southern Indiana!), we’re back down to the more typical 14-degree weather. Of course, when it gets this cold, it’s impossible to walk the dogs. I can barely stand to … Continue reading
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Puppy love
“If there are no dogs in Heaven, then when I die I want to go where they went.” – Unknown
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The end of dogsitting and how to find the right motivation!
We returned Otto to my parents this past weekend. If nothing else, the week of dogsitting followed by a 90-minute drive up north proved that if we were to adopt a third dog, we need a bigger car, even if … Continue reading
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Blog Paws and a few dogsitting pics
I’m so excited to announce that I am registered and booked for this April’s BlogPaws conference. I’m really looking forward to meeting other pet bloggers and attending all the event sessions. But one quick confession: I’m not great at big … Continue reading
A word on dog bites and breed bans
Emmett caught mid-yawn! Dog bites. Not a cheery topic. Same with breed bans, which are inexplicably linked to dog bites. I’ve written a lot about my bully-mix Emmett and some more general bully love and rants (click on the Animal … Continue reading
Adventures in Dogsitting
My parents, who live about 90 minutes from us, are on vacation. So for this week, my mom’s little dog Otto is staying with us. Otto is a one-year-old bichon/shih tzu mix with the funniest little underbite. He just adores … Continue reading
OH MY DOG!!! I’ve been nominated for an award!
So this is maybe the most exciting day for me…. um… ever! I just discovered that Oh My Dog! blog has been nominated for a 2010 Brody Award! Here’s my nifty brag button! Because I have to brag, of course! … Continue reading
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Using the Clicker to Train “Wave Hi!”
Have you ever had a training session that just dissolves into laughter? You just have to stop working because you can’t stop laughing? Meanwhile, you dog is staring at you like you’re a raving lunatic? I taught the boys to … Continue reading
