Monthly Archives: February 2010
On dogs and separation anxiety
Separation anxiety is a contentious topic. Often, what’s described as separation anxiety is simply boredom or bad manners or a combination of both. With Lucas and Emmett, while they both displayed similar behaviors when we left the house, with Emmett … Continue reading
Posted in Puppy Love: All about my boys, Training
Tagged emmett, lucas, separation anxiety, Training
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“Dogs are miracles with paws.” –Susan Kennedy
Dreaming of spring…
Lucas spends a big chunk of his day guarding the house from his perch on the chaise in our bedroom. Lately, though, with the gray, icy, snow-covered days, he’s been sleeping more than guarding. We are all so ready for … Continue reading
How I Set My Clock
Every evening at 5:00, Emmett stops whatever he’s doing wherever he is in the house and comes into the office. He plants himself on the bed next to my desk, reminding me of his presence with heavy sighs. Then, about … Continue reading
My Three Valentines
It’s been a rough few days around here, which is why it’s been a little quiet on the blog! Last week I had a little bit of a cold, and just as I was getting better over the weekend, John … Continue reading
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“The dog has been esteemed and loved by all the people on earth and he has deserved this affection for he renders services that have made him man’s best friend.” –Alfred Barbou
Review: Eco Dog by Marshall and Deskevich
Eco Dog: Healthy Living for Your Pet Books are my weakness. I can’t walk into a bookstore without snatching up an armfull of books and magazines. In attempting to be both eco- and budget-friendly, though, I’ve been working out my … Continue reading
Weekends and dog blogs
Coming into the weekend, all our plans have changed! We were supposed to fly into Baltimore to meet our new nephew, but we heard they’re getting a little snow, so we’re rescheduling our flights. That freed up Saturday and Sunday … Continue reading
Posted in Animal Rights, Puppy Love: All about my boys, Training
Tagged Animal Rights, blogs, Training
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So proud of Emmett, my therapy dog!
I’m so excited to share profiles of Emmett that ran on the Delta Society blog and cross-posted on Seattle Pets yesterday! I’m very proud of Emmett and his ability to connect with kids. Tomorrow we’re visiting three kindergarten classes in … Continue reading
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“A person who has never owned a dog has missed a wonderful part of life.” – Bob Barker
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