The author reflects on the transition from summer to fall in New York. It’s been an eventful year, particularly with their puppy Allie achieving her championship title at just 10 months. The author highlights successes in dog shows, especially with Ziggy, the top Lancashire Heeler, expressing pride in their achievements.
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What Breeders Want to Know Before Placing a Puppy
The process of adopting a puppy from a breeder involves questions aimed at ensuring responsible pet ownership, fostering trust, and establishing a lasting relationship between the breeder and the new owner.
Homemade Frozen Dog Treats for Pet Appreciation Week
In June, celebrate Pet Appreciation Week by making frozen treats for your furry friend. Use safe ingredients like yogurt, fruit, and peanut butter.
And the Winner Is…
Prestige dogs and their families have many and varied accomplishments . We salute the numerous titles they have gained in the American Kennel Club (AKC), the Barn Hunt Associaiton (BHA), the International All Breed Canine Association (IABCA) North American Sport Dog Association (NASDA), and the United Kennel Club (UKC).
The Smallest Working Breed
The Lancashire Heeler, a newly recognized AKC herding breed, requires mental and physical stimulation. Training and partnership-building activities can harness their bold independence and hunting instincts for a fulfilling relationship.
Halloween Tips for Dogs
Ensure dog safety during Halloween by using ID collars, desensitizing them to doorbells, and avoiding harmful candies. Consider dog-friendly trick-or-treat activities in your area.
Cooler Weather for Better Walks
Walking, of course, is good exercise for you and your dog, but allowing your dog to sniff things that are of interest multiplies the benefit.
Fun Games to Play with Your Dog
Summer is here, and it’s time to get outside and have fun with your dog. Here are a few ideas. Get or make a flirt pole. It’s easy to make. Just get a pole, an old broomstick, for example, fasten about 6’ rope to it, and tie a toy on the end. You hold theContinue reading “Fun Games to Play with Your Dog”
Rainy Days? No Problem!
April showers bring May flowers. But rainy days also might mean more time indoors for your dogs. This makes April a good time to focus on mental stimulation. My dogs love puzzle toys. You can easily make puzzle toys from empty paper towels or toilet paper tubes. Just put a few pieces of kibble orContinue reading “Rainy Days? No Problem!”
Hiking with Dogs
As spring approaches, our thoughts turn more toward enjoying the out-of-doors with our dogs. Here are a few practical tips that I use.
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