by Lindsay Pevny | Jan 21, 2021 | Dog Behavior |
Do you ever lovingly share a bite of your food with your dog, or offer her a treat for a job well done, only for her to bite your fingers? I’ve realized that there’s a few ways to stop this from happening, and that it’s only partially a training or...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jan 18, 2021 | Dog Health and Care |
Most people realize that chocolate is toxic to dogs. But dogs do not realize that chocolate is toxic to dogs. So when your dog sneaks a bite of your cookie or a lap of your hot cocoa, you might panic – until you find out that it takes a higher dose to land your...
by Lindsay Pevny | Dec 3, 2020 | Food & Treats |
Does your dog’s water bowl remain untouched at the end of the day? Do you feel as though you never catch her drinking? Water is an essential nutrient. You know that when you’re working long hours and forget to drink water, you might get a headache, you...
by Lindsay Pevny | Nov 25, 2020 | Food & Treats |
When prepping some potatoes for Thanksgiving today, I realized that I had just two taters left in the bag. I was overloading my pot as it was, so I decided to save them for my dogs. One problem – I had already put away my cutting board and didn’t have room...
by Lindsay Pevny | Nov 24, 2020 | Uncategorized |
There has been so much going on with our family that I’ve been wanting to write about, but the more that happens, the less time I seem to have to write about it, and the more overwhelmed I feel. Where to start! I’m just going to run-down how our family has...
by Lindsay Pevny | Oct 14, 2020 | Dog Health and Care |
When I spotted a flea crawling around on Matilda’s belly, I knew to act fast. I knew what to do because we’ve had fleas before. Sometimes I share things on my blog that I’m a little embarrassed about. The fact that this is the second “flea...
by Lindsay Pevny | Oct 3, 2020 | Potty Training Tips |
Indoor potty systems for dogs are controversial. Some people, experienced trainers included, feel that puppy pads and other indoor potty areas can confuse your dog, making her think it’s okay to relieve herself anywhere she wants in your home. But I think...
by Lindsay Pevny | Oct 2, 2020 | Food & Treats, Uncategorized |
Canned pumpkin is basically the whole grail of dog tummy health. Is your dog constipated? Pumpkin. Are her anal glands firing off in the house? Pumpkin. Does she have diarrhea? PUMPKIN. But your dog doesn’t have to have a digestive issue to enjoy pumpkin. Which...
by Lindsay Pevny | Oct 1, 2020 | Dog Behavior |
If I hadn’t had Matilda, I might not notice that Cow is… well… Saying that she’s “dumb” is an unfair simplification of the situation. I love Cow, and we never refer to the ones we love the most as “dumb.” But on a...
by Lindsay Pevny | Aug 26, 2020 | Uncategorized |
Our small dogs may act pretty tough when they see a larger dog, but an actual confrontation can end up deadly. If you live in an area where there are loose or stray dogs, a possible encounter is always around the corner. I don’t know how Matilda and I survived...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jul 28, 2020 | Dog Behavior |
Wouldn’t it be lovely if you could learn to speak dog with one of your favorite language apps? It doesn’t look like that’s happening anytime soon. Dogs have done their best to adjust to our world, learn our human way of communicating, and speak their...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jun 5, 2020 | Dog Health and Care |
Dogs have a much shorter, faster digestive tract than humans. That’s why they tend to poop more often than people, and you’ll often spot undigested pieces of food in their poop that you have just fed them a few hours earlier. But what about when your dog...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jun 4, 2020 | Chihuahua Madness |
Since I began sharing videos of Matilda painting on social media, people have been asking me if her artwork is available for sale. I struggled with all of the factors surrounding that – how much should I sell them for? And what should I do with her hard-earned...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jun 3, 2020 | Dog Product Reviews |
When you go on a walk with your dog, you want them to be able to have the freedom to sniff, run ahead, and go at her own pace. A retractable leash seems like a great solution. Your dog has more freedom than a standard 6 foot leash, yet you’re not as prone to...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jun 2, 2020 | Dog Health and Care, Uncategorized |
Does your stomach drop when you notice that your dog’s claws have grown into gargoyle talons yet again? I don’t think anyone looks forward to nail time, but it’s something we all have to deal with, whether your have your vet or groomer trim them, or...
by Lindsay Pevny | May 18, 2020 | Dog Behavior, Uncategorized |
Have you and your dog ever encountered someone walking with their large dog on the street, and wondered if it was safe to allow your dogs to say hello? On one hand, you want your dog to be well-socialized. You might feel good about both dogs’ body language....
by Lindsay Pevny | Apr 15, 2020 | Food & Treats |
It’s been a few days since Easter, and maybe you bought a huge ham that’s still sitting in the fridge. If you’re tired of leftover ham sandwiches and tempted to throw a few pieces to the dog, read on. What’s In Ham That Can Hurt Dogs? I’m...
by Lindsay Pevny | Apr 13, 2020 | Dog Health and Care, Dog Product Reviews, Food & Treats |
It’s heartbreaking to keep trying new foods to help your “allergy dog,” only for her to continue being itchy, gassy, sick, and miserable. Yet, so many of us watch our dogs suffer from intolerances. Until now, there haven’t been many options....
by Lindsay Pevny | Apr 1, 2020 | Uncategorized |
In my Chihuahua and Dog Facebook groups, there are a lot of questions that are asked on a regular basis, but this one breaks my heart – “Am I a bad dog mom if we use puppy pads?” The answer, of course, is no. Why People Use Puppy Pads For Their...
by Lindsay Pevny | Mar 26, 2020 | Chihuahua Madness |
The 90s were a weird time for Chihuahuas. The Taco Bell dog was “Yo Quiero Taco Bell”-ing his way into our hearts, and meanwhile, Paris Hilton was strutting around with tiny Tinkerbell peeping out of her designer purses. Soon after, Bruiser lit up the big...
by Lindsay Pevny | Mar 23, 2020 | Uncategorized |
Bored? Have a dog? Here’s 13 things you can do to pass the time. Trim Her Nails Most of us do not trim our dog’s nails often enough. I personally do it monthly, but doing them more often keeps them in better shape, that way your dog doesn’t have to...
by Lindsay Pevny | Mar 22, 2020 | Potty Training Tips |
When your dog keeps peeing in the same spot in your home, it can be tough to convince them that no, that specific area in your closet, on your prized potted fig tree, or under the table is not, in fact, an appropriate potty area. But it can be done. You just need a...
by Lindsay Pevny | Mar 13, 2020 | Food & Treats |
If you follow dog accounts on social media, or you’ve been around this blog for long enough, you’ve definitely heard of people giving their dogs “raw meaty bones.” Of course, you can see why dogs love chomping away at juicy, crunchy bones. If...
by Lindsay Pevny | Mar 10, 2020 | Dog Health and Care |
Each day, more cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in humans are being reported, and it’s hard to distinguish fact from fiction, precaution from overcaution, and to know what you actually need to do to protect yourself, your family, and your community. You may be...
by Lindsay Pevny | Feb 17, 2020 | Dog Health and Care |
Chews are an effective way to clean your dog’s teeth, and your dog will love the idea of “bonus food” between meals. Personally, I do not give my dogs most commercial dental chews for a few reasons… But that does not mean that they’re...
by Lindsay Pevny | Feb 6, 2020 | Dog Health and Care |
You probably already know that you should be brushing your dog’s teeth… but how do you accomplish that when she hates letting you do it? Well, remember when you were a kid and you had yummy strawberry toothpaste that you learned to apply with a toothbrush...
by Lindsay Pevny | Feb 5, 2020 | Dog Health and Care |
If you’re reading this, your dog’s teeth almost certainly need more attention. About 80% of dogs over age 3 have some signs of dental disease. And yet, only a small percentage of dog parents brush their dog’s teeth daily, or even a few times per...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jan 24, 2020 | Seasonal, Uncategorized |
Can you believe it’s 2020 already? Another year with Matilda and Cow, almost a full year since we’ve moved into our new home, another year with you guys, another year of writing, taking photos, and sharing our lives with you. I always love doing these pet...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jan 23, 2020 | Food & Treats |
Dogs can share many wonderful foods with us. Other foods that we love, though, are toxic. For example, grapes and raisins can cause kidney failure, even in small amounts. And we all know about the dangers of chocolate. But some foods get a bad rap, even though...
by Lindsay Pevny | Jan 22, 2020 | Potty Training Tips |
It’s cold out, and I might hate being outdoors even more than my Cali-born, short-haired pups. But when you don’t have a backyard, you’ve got to stick it out and wait for your dog to do her business… even if the perfect spot is three blocks...