Today, March 1, 2025, we celebrate an incredible furry child, a quiet companion, and the most human dog I’ve ever known—Teddy is officially six years old! It’s hard to describe how special this golden boy is, but if you’ve followed me for any length of time, then you know Teddy. You already know he’s not …
If you’re a dog parent, you’ve probably noticed how much joy your furry child finds in the rhythms of daily life. My dogs, Teddy and Bear, remind me daily how much they rely on routine to feel safe and happy. They may not understand every word I say (though I’m convinced their vocabulary is more …
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If you’re anything like me, your pet is more than just an animal—they’re part of the family, your confidant, your doggie or kitty child, and oftentimes, your best friend. National Love Your Pet Day, celebrated every year on February 20th, gives us the perfect excuse to shower our furry, feathered, or scaly companions with a …
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Years ago, when I was a pet parent to my Golden girls, Candy and Brandy, I first stumbled upon Dog TV. I still vividly remember Brandy sitting in front of the television, attentively watching the screen, her brown eyes glowing in the soft light as if she truly understood the programming. I was focused on …
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Have you ever considered the unique way your dog perceives the world? When I watch Teddy or Bear, my two beloved Golden Retrievers, fixated on something—a squirrel in the yard, a ball rolling across the floor—I can’t help but feel a twinge of envy. Their perception of the world is not just different from ours; …
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A phrase that I discovered recently perfectly encapsulates my life: “Today, our dogs are children, and our plants are pets.” This sentiment, once a mere observation, now echoes my daily reality. My dogs, once ‘pets,’ have transcended that label to become something more significant—they’ve become my children. And my plants? They’ve assumed the role of …
Admittedly, I am not a fan of the Super Bowl. The Super Bowl’s intense energy and high-stakes atmosphere does not resonate with me. But the Puppy Bowl? Now, that’s my kind of championship event. There’s an undeniable joy and lightheartedness in watching these tiny, adorable puppies waddle across a miniature field, tails wagging as they …
Have you ever felt unheard, as though you’re invisible to the people around you? Many of us experience this strange and isolating feeling at some point—perhaps a partner distracted by work, a friend who shrugs off your emotions, or even just the hustle of everyday life, making meaningful conversations impossible. In these moments, it’s comforting …
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When we started remodeling our kitchen, it wasn’t just the planning and choices that occupied my mind—it was Teddy and Bear, my fur babies. This past year, they’ve been through so much with Jim and me, and I immediately worried about how they’d handle the upheaval. Remodeling introduces a whirlwind of noise, dust, and unfamiliar …
My journey with grooming began when I nervously scheduled a grooming appointment for Teddy and Bear with Groom Buggy for the first time. Until then, I had been giving all my dogs their bath. I was their groomer, even those dogs I shared my life with before Teddy and Bear. But there came a time …
