Information on living with, training, and loving Dogs
Came across this Washington Post article today on
While I usually do get my dogs out for walks daily, this was a great reinforcer to keep that up. I do it as much for myself as I do for them. I need my fresh air!
But a friend recently asked why I didn’t just let them hang out in the backyard since we have a big fenced yard. … Read More
This is a tough choice! I love both Border Collies and Australian Shepherds! But if I were to counsel someone considering these breeds, the first thing I’d look at is dog experience. The second thing I’d look at is how much time do you have to train and exercise these dogs.
While there are many similarities, as both BCs and Aussies come from the Herding Group, there are also some … Read More
The more things change…(2012)
The more they stay the same. (2023)
My guardians at the window.… Read More
Cait’s puppy, Arrow, has started experiencing some separation anxiety. Cait, having grown up in a house that has always had dogs, knows the drill. But for those of you who don’t have a lifetime of experience, here is a step-by-step guide to help you help your puppy overcome separation anxiety.
Since I’m all about getting to the point quickly, while you can do this on your own, and the information that follows will help you do this on your own, … Read More
Much has been said and written about the energy and athleticism of Aussies. And how they are not dogs for everyone. Yet it amazes me how many people with no previous Aussie experience choose not to hear this and get one because they like the looks.
This is our 3-month-old Aussie on a typical middle-of-the-night potty break, after a day full of activities, running, and playing with our other two dogs.
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This girl has been waiting for this dog for more than a decade. She has wanted her own Aussie, really, since Kiera died. And she has been unwavering in that wish.
I have tried tempting her with other animals. And while she deeply loved them, they were not her Aussie. So, she waited and waited. And we looked and looked. And it never worked out.
She had pretty much given up. Life got complicated. There’s never a … Read More
On our walks, we pass by a farm with a field full of baby heifers. Today, this little heifer was mesmerized by Kenzie, as she was by him. It was a black-and-white kinda day.… Read More
Riley is home from neutering surgery and we were told to have him wear a cone so that he can’t lick himself. Even though we got a soft, flexible cone, it made it hard for him to see. And that made him feel nervous and scared. He stayed frozen on the spot. No amount of coaxing or reassuring helped.
The cone lasted 5 minutes. Andrew went and got a washable female doggie diaper one size larger than Riley needed (so … Read More
