A dog with a job is a happy dog. Abby- searchdogfoundation.org One pooch that has been a happy, productive member of the working dog world is Abby- one of the first responders following the 9/11 attacks. She was about four years old then and at the top of her game. Ten years have passed along with…
Almost through it
Back to the vet…again. After 5, yes, 5 trips to the vet, Daisy is now out of her splint. I think the vet may have simply given up.Heather and I have sat through several lectures by the vet, the tech and the assistant about our need to keep Daisy immobile and off her foot. We even…
If you’re lonely you can talk to me.
Hey Bulldog- The Beatles I just read about a recent study looking at how the person training a dog can affect the dog’s success rate in the training. For the experiment they had several professional trainers, some amatuer dog lovers and a few completely inexperienced people working through several basic obedience drills. The dogs ranged from…
Have a fun 4th, but be safe.
The Fourth of July can be an exciting and fun time for people, with a lot of amazing fireworks, a few cold drinks, and a long weekend. Your dog may not feel the same way about this All-American holiday. Many shelters report this as the busiest time of year as many dogs become excited (or…
Questionable behavior?
So Daisy is recovering from her injury. She has been back to the vet twice. Because of some miscommunication she ended up getting a bit of a skin irritation under the splint, but that has been treated. She is also doing too much which could hamper the healing process. So, when she goes to work…
the American Canine 