Did you hear the one about what happens to Labrador Retrievers on snow days? They go for walks, just like every other day! School buses are cancelled, stores are closing early, and workplaces are sending people home midday, but we'll be out for our twice-daily walks. Because, if I were to stay inside with my Labrador Retriever on a snow day, … [Read more...]
Take Your Dog Walks From Ordinary To Extraordinary
Dogs need lots and lots of exercise. And I have to admit, sometimes dog walking becomes a chore. I'm always glad I went once I get back, and 99% of the time I enjoy the walk once I hit the pavement, but sometimes the walks can feel boring, mundane, ordinary. We live in the city, not right downtown, but in a large metropolitan city, so we have a … [Read more...]
Duck, Duck, Duck, Walk
Our week of dog walks so far: Sunday - Stop! I see something. Ducks! I'm going to watch. Can you wait? Monday - Whaaat? They're still here? Sweet mother of kibble. Tuesday - Whoa! The ducks are still here. Is it my birthday? Today - Come on Mom, they're just ducks. … [Read more...]
It’s A Whole New Ball Game!
Are those - balls in a mailbox? Yep! Juno is a collector. To her credit, we live in a very dog-busy, dog-friendly neighbourhood where tennis balls and bouncy balls are abandoned all the time. We find one somewhere a few times a week, but because they've been well-chewed and well-loved by their previous owners (read sticky and kinda' stinky), … [Read more...]