The Writer’s Dog Blog
5 Dogs in Weddings
Our pets are part of our family. And for some families, the dog is included in every special event--even the wedding. Here are a few of my favorite pictures of dogs in weddings!Here's a dog as flower girl, from Martha Stewart Pets Dog as ring bearer, from Elizabeth...
How Your Dog can Become a Canine Good Citizen
Dogs that jump up on strangers, steal food off the table, bark incessantly, annoy neighbors? These dogs are suffering from a lack of manners. Of course, it's our duty to teach them proper behavior. And that is the basis for the Canine Good Citizen program.My dog Kelly...
Reality Check for Pet Owners
I recently read an article on Wisebread that had me laughing and nodding in agreement: 10 Hidden Costs and Rules of Pet Ownership by Frugal Dutchess. Please go to the site and check it out, including the 10 Adorable Photos of Pets. I'm not quite sure about the title,...
My Pet Mom Mistakes
Most pet parents have been there. We do our best training and raising our furry charges, but then we look back and realize there were things we could have done differently. Okay; could have done better.My dog Kelly is 7 years old now. She's mature, set in her ways,...
5 Great Summer Books about Pets
Looking for a great book this summer? Right now I'm reading The Art of Racing In the Rain by Garth Stein. The story is told from the point of view of Enzo, a special dog with human-like reasoning.Watch the book trailer here.Enzo gains much of his knowledge by...
Pets can Improve Your Health
Am I a healthier person because my dog Kelly is in my life? Actually, yes! I’ve lost 40 pounds, I’m off my blood pressure medication, and my cholesterol is lower too—in part due to owning a dog. Cats, dogs and other pets can all help. Here are five health benefits you...
More Chewable, Playable, Durable Dog Toys
It's all about the toys! Your dog probably loves to play just as much as Kelly loves to eat...uh, I mean play. Recently, she was invited to test some amazing toys from Purrfectplay.com.When the toys arrived, she immediately selected her favorite: an organic,...
5 Ways to Ease Separation Anxiety
I was just visiting back home, and enjoyed spending time not only with friends and family, but also their dogs. It was interesting to see the different personalities, and how their different lifestyles affected their pets. Just like I recognize how my pampering has...
A Dog + a Dumpling= Great Fun!
Kelly didn’t know the toy was organic. She didn’t really care if it was safe and quality-made. But she knew it was fun. That’s what Kelly discovered recently when she tested Purrfectplay’s “dumpling” pet toy.A few weeks ago, Purrfectplay owner Pam Wheelock asked if...