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...]
Kissing Your Dog: Yay Or Nay?
Do you let your dogs lay a big wet one on you? On the mouth? I'm no germaphobe, but I've honestly never understood how people can do this - and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I love on my dog like nobody's business, but this kissing on the mouth stuff is just my line in the concrete. A few dog behaviours to back me up as 'research': 1. Dogs … [Read more...]
Living Larger By Staying Small
We've noticed Juno getting a little round in the midsection lately. Chalk it up to freezing temperatures and consequently way less exercise than she's used to getting, and you get a rolly dog. Not to mention that she's a Lab, so has zero filter when it comes to what goes in her mouth and has never had a tendency to be a picky eater. Good thing … [Read more...]
Did You Know That Dogs Can Give Blood Too?
It seems obvious now, but I'd never thought about dogs giving blood or the fact that dogs need blood, and whether there's even such a thing as a dog blood donor program. Turns out there is! Dogs need access to blood supply during emergencies and surgeries just as much as humans do. This is a quick video that outlines what the process is like … [Read more...]
Why Dogs Don’t Make Good Gifts
Dogs are animals. Dogs are a responsibility. Dogs require commitment, consistent training, a heck of a lot of love and attention, a sense of routine and predictability when it comes to behavioural expectations and consequences, and sometimes their own lines in the household schedule and grocery list. Dogs are costly. They can get sick or … [Read more...]