Lindsay Pevny

I was so excited to move into my first apartment with Matilda and Cow… and so, so guilty. The move seemed like it would only be for my benefit. I …

Are reddish stains under your dog’s eyes making her look sick and depressed? If you have a small dog with light-colored fur, tear stains are inevitable. However, there are some …

Your dog needs you to play with her today. It doesn’t matter if she has dog-siblings, a big yard, or plenty of toys and puzzles to keep her entertained. She …

Does your tiny dog struggle to play with most toys? Very few of the dog toys available in pet stores are easy for Chihuahuas to carry. While Matilda sometimes likes …

Salmon night is the best at our house… I wish I could invite all of you for my buttery, tender fillets packed with health-boosting omega-3s. Instead, I’m going to introduce …

Having two dogs challenges the heart. It’s wonderful to see them bond and play together… But their relationship hasn’t been all Pooh-and-Piglet as I’ve always wanted. Even so, I couldn’t …

These days, you can get your dog’s likeness recreated on anything… But this necklace is something special. It’s such a subtle, elegant piece. Now I can wear my pups close …

A few months ago, me and Cow ran our very first 5K together. I hate running. I hate it a lot. But when I’m with Cow, it’s a totally different …

This post is sponsored by Dr. Marty Nature’s Blend dog food. You can read our review of this freeze-dried food to learn more about how it is made and our …

Dogs are weird. I love having both Matilda and Cow because between them, they have so many fun quirks. But it was actually my childhood dog who would sometimes carry …

Matilda and Cow were thrilled to try Dr. Marty™ Nature’s Blend dog food – and I’m pretty excited to introduce a premium food option that meets the high standards of …

If your dog has spent weeks, months, even years without having a potty accident, then suddenly dropped a log in an unexpected place… you might wonder if they pooped in …

Potty pads are a helpful training tool when you’re not able to take your puppy outside frequently. Maybe she has not had all of her vaccinations yet, or you live …

One of the most magical thing about dogs is how excited they get for ordinary events. Me and Cow go on daily runs to prepare for an upcoming 5K. Every …

Any time your dog’s appetite changes, there is a chance that it is due to an illness. So, it’s worth investigating the cause when your dog turns her nose up …

Is your dog under her ideal body weight? It’s much easier to put weight on a dog than to slim them down, and that’s why you have to make sure …

I’m a total wuss when it comes to the cold – and so are Matilda and Cow, they were born in California and have very sparse, short coats.  So, I …

Have you ever tried training your dog first thing in the morning, before breakfast? Or shortly before dinnertime, when she was really hungry? Some trainers even tell their clients to …

I love my potty bells. They were a game-changing tool in getting Matilda potty trained. But they’re annoying. Especially when she crashes into them ten times because I’m not getting …

Housebreaking a small dog can be difficult; doing it in the winter is a heroic feat.  No matter how cold it gets, and even if the snow is taller than …

When training our dogs, we can come to a point where we think we need a firmer hand. We wonder if it’s possible to achieve our goals with nothing but …

Does your dog spring up from a dead sleep when you start chopping carrots? So many dogs do, but even if your dog hasn’t shown a love for veggies, there …

When you reach inside your turkey, you’ll find a goody bag that your dog will go crazy for.  If you’re not using the giblets to make soup, stuffing or gravy, …

Reactivity sucks the fun out of having a dog. Walks and dog parks become difficult, even impossible. Having guests over to be greeted by a dog that barks nonstop can …

Remember that music teacher who used to wear sweater-vests embroidered with happy little puppy dogs?  I don’t know about you, but I’m not at that stage of life. Yet. Right …

This is part of a series on dental health. Check out the Complete Guide To Caring For Your Dog’s Teeth The last few weeks, I’ve been trying to improve my …

Have you been curious about CBD oil for dogs?  Over the next few months, I’m going to be sharing my experiences with helping Cow deal with her anxiety with a …

Do you ever read your horoscope to help you gain perspective on your own finances, relationships and happiness? I love reading about my own sign, even if I don’t understand …

Whether your goal is teach your dog to back it up like a Tonka truck… or set the foundation for complex hind end awareness-based tricks – you can teach the …

Chihuahuas and other Toy breeds, as well as tiny mutts, are more than just lapdogs. Our small dogs can be very clever and quick on their feet,  giving them the …