Does Your Dog Whine And Carry A Toy Around In Her Mouth?
When Matilda was about 15 months old, she pulled the feet off one of her toys. The feet looked like tiny brown beans about 1.5″ long that sort of resembled …
When Matilda was about 15 months old, she pulled the feet off one of her toys. The feet looked like tiny brown beans about 1.5″ long that sort of resembled …
This past year has been rough, to say the least, and I think that’s why April Fool’s Day seems so quiet this year. We’ve all been through enough! For our …
You’d think dogs don’t have a sense of humor until your dog slips her leash while you’re out on a walk. While you panic and look out for cars, there’s …
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? …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Indoor potty systems for dogs are controversial. Some people, experienced trainers included, feel that puppy pads and other indoor potty areas can confuse …
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? …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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, …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …