Category: Pets
On getting better in the car
Lucas hates the car. From the day we picked him up at the shelter – when he flattened himself into a pancake to avoid getting in the backseat – to the day he barfed into the side pockets on the door, Lucas has never, ever been good in the car. He paces. He drools. He …
DIY Pet Grooming Kit
As a Chihuahua mama, I do most of Chuy’s grooming at home. However, I do take him to the groomer to have his nails clipped and filed as well as expressing his anal glands every 6-8 weeks. Even if you see a groomer on a regular basis, there are some things you need at …
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 “wave hi” using the clicker. Since they both already knew “high five,” I started with …
Agility training round two: Epic fail
I know. It doesn’t make sense. But I am really mad at Cooper. “You’re not really mad at me, are you? Just look how cute I am!” I’m mad at him for being scared. Well, not for being scared per se but for the way he reacted while scared. I’m fully aware that me being …
Irresistible Bunny Jars
Remember the Pet Food Jars I made last year? Well, these are done the exact same way except they are Bunnies to celebrate Easter! These jars are perfect for storing pet food, human food, or even crafting supplies. For a low cost but “irresistible” gift, add some Easter candy or dog treats and give these …
5 Tips for Dogs in the Workplace
Who doesn’t love having their dog by their side all day long? They do such a great job getting us through those long Mondays! I know not all of us have the pleasure of getting to take our pups to work with us everyday, but we do get at least one day a year to …
5 Tips for Hiking with Dogs
My happy place is on a trail in Lake Tahoe, California in search of alpine lakes with my dog Daisy running ahead, occasionally looking back to make sure I’m still behind her. Together, we have backpacked along the California coast, sweated through the scorching red arches of Utah, and explored the high deserts of Nevada. …
DIY Holiday Containers {For The Home}
My dear friend Jann shared her creative holiday DIY project with me and thought you all would enjoy it too! This is an easy and low cost way to jazz up your front porch for the holidays! Why I enjoy having holiday decorations inside of the home, it’s sometimes difficult when you have a pet …
My Training Inspiration
My Training Inspiration I had half of this post written thinking I knew who my training inspiration was. I wrote about Mauja and Atka and how their pyr nature pushed me to be a better trainer. I wrote how they forced me to learn new techniques, change my habits, and get creative. I went on …