Imagine working from the comfort of your own home, surrounded by your furry companions. That’s my reality now – I get to write my blog and manage my website with the constant company of Dr. Teddy and the Bear. They may occasionally get underfoot, but I wouldn’t have it any other way. But there was …
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We all have those days when we feel like everything is crumbling down. Stress, anxiety, and life’s overwhelming curveballs can quickly leave us feeling drained, discouraged, and unmotivated. When the chips are down and our hearts are heavy, we all need comfort, someone or something that can lift our spirits and make it all seem …
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A Kong Toy for Dogs is a great way to keep your pup entertained and mentally stimulated. They are engaging toys that encourage chewing and can also be filled with treats to reward good behavior. The key to safely filling your Kong Toy is to use safe ingredients for your pup. Choosing ingredients such as …
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Recently our next-door neighbor’s house was burglarized. I don’t know the details of the crime, but I had to ask myself what deterred the burglars from choosing our house. I believe the burglars did not want to encounter Teddy and the Bear. Owning a pet dog can be one of life’s greatest joys, but it …
March 13, 2023, is National K9 Veterans Day. Therefore, I wanted to research these heroic dogs to discuss and honor them properly. Military dogs have been used in military service for centuries and are highly valued members of military forces worldwide. From tracking enemy soldiers to detecting bombs or drugs, military dogs provide essential services …
In 2019, after reading Teach Your Dog to Read by Bonnie Bergin, ED. D. with Sharon Hogan, I began attempting to teach Teddy to read. But unfortunately, that effort came to a screeching halt when the Fire Prevention Sprinkler System in my home exploded, and we were displaced for months while repairs proceeded. So now I want …
I’ve written about canine adolescents before, but I need to refresh my memory. The Bear is in the adolescent phase, and he is a challenge. Teddy has always been quiet and calm, and the Bear is sweet but naughty. Bear and Summer have a matched energy level. Bear is eight months old, and Summer is …
It’s National Golden Retriever Day! Of course, it is! Every day is National Golden Retriever Day for me! Today, February 3, 2023, dedicated Golden Retriever owners worldwide will celebrate their beloved canine companions. National Golden Retriever Day is a celebration of this popular breed and all its unique qualities. When Is National Golden Retriever Day? …
When the Bear entered our lives, I was shocked at the behavioral and energy levels differences between Bear and Teddy. Of course, Teddy is and will always be my baby boy, but according to the canine online age calculators, Teddy’s age of 3 years is equivalent to 28-30 human years. WHAT?? My baby is really …
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I know without a doubt that Teddy, Bear, and Summer are extremely intelligent. I’ve written about Summer’s high level of intelligence in my blog post, How Smart Are Golden Retrievers, but all dogs are underestimated. I am not alone in this belief. Greg Berns has spent time and effort researching canine intelligence and has written …
