Thirteen years ago, my husband and I adopted two Golden retriever girls, Candy and Brandy, and a great adventure began. We didn’t intend to select two, oh no, we only intended to get one. We went to a Golden Retriever breeder, and there were darling little balls of fluff running around. I selected the puppy, …
I am not a dog psychologist or even a knowledgeable dog trainer for that matter. I am simply a wife, mom, and grandmother, who always loved dogs! There are so many self-professed dog training experts on TV and YouTube etc. They all want you to bye their training book or plan to train your dog. …
First of all, let me clearly state that I have no sponsors so this is my personal opinion observing Teddy. Teddy becomes bored with his toys and enjoys something new, so I’ve tried to accommodate him. I’ve purchased stuffed animals, and different kinds of chew toys, ropes for tug-of-war, tennis balls, but by far his …
When I was working I wasn’t wearing suits, but I did dress work-appropriate, well that has changed. The work has changed. I now dress accordingly to a new young designer, Ted Dee. My shoes have attractive chomp marks all over them, and the shoelaces are half-eaten. My ill-fitting jeans have artistically shredded areas by the …
Teddy and I just completed two weeks of intense practice, and it paid off. I couldn’t wait for his trainer, Nobu Endo, My Puppy Rocks! Dog Training, to arrive so he could see Teddy’s progress for himself. Nobu Endo did notice Teddy’s improvement! I was a very proud doggie-mom! We are beginning to think about …
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The author of the book, Teach Your Dog to Read, Bonnie Berlin, ED.D., is not a professional dog trainer. She applied what she knew about how children learn to teach a dog. She was amazed by the cognitive capabilities of dogs. She noted that previously all dog training involved physical conditioning and now she wanted …
Teddy is six months old and started basic training when he was only 13 weeks. So he is ahead on the typical learning curve. I was confident that Teddy could handle it, and Teddy has with flying colors! Last Sunday, Teddy’s trainer, Nobu Endo, My Puppy Rocks! Dog Training (www.mypuppyrocks.com) came to our home again. …
I have eluded to Candy being very ill but haven’t discussed it. I want to now. Candy has a significant heart murmur, but she also has Idiopathic Vestibular disease. Candy is 13 yrs., and the doctor refers to her as her geriatric patient. How can my baby be old enough to be a geriatric patient? …
I discussed in earlier blogs both Candy’s current health situation and my efforts to train Teddy to walk with me, but I have a very positive update that I’d like to share. First, Teddy is exceeding my expectations in his walking ability. He’s only six months old, and he’s already mastered walking correctly. I guess …
I am sure both Teddy and Candy were stressed and confused by the chain of events resulting from the sprinkler line explosion. The photos below were taken upon arrival at the Extended Stay Hotel. Even though we were able to bring their food, treats, beds, Candy’s Meds, and Teddy’s crate, they were stressed. The next …
