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While Walking the Dogs Yesterday …

A pleasant evening walk was nearly ruined yesterday, but Invisible Fence kept a disaster from happening. A spaniel and a beagle live a few houses down. They usually play in their backyard, but the spaniel knows how to sneak into … Continue reading

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Dogs Gonna Itch, Dogs Gonna Scratch

Furkids will scratch. Fleas are not the only reason. How many times during the day do you feel an itch? Those toenails will feel good.

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How Could You Leave Me?

The look Jake gave me when I left with Windy the other day still haunts me. His feelings were hurt. I must bring a little something home for Jake and Max. Windy, though amazes me. She’s constantly alert. The air … Continue reading

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Windy Travels

Windy and I hit the road to visit her grandma.🚗 Windy is the perfect traveler. Quiet and well-behaved, you wouldn’t know she was in the car. Of course at grandma’s she is getting spoiled. Rough life.

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Rainy Days, Dog Food Recall

A rainy day can be a challenge for housetraining, so I watch everyone go out and praise them lavishly when they take care of their business. A soaking, overnight rain means the creek behind the house rushes loudly. When Jake, … Continue reading

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Diabetes Can Be Managed in Dogs

Max is doing well. He gets seven units of Humulin N insulin every 12 hours. This insulin, which humans also use, must be given after breakfast. At night he gets a few tidbits and then his shot. You must give … Continue reading

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Sleeping Dogs Don’t Need Encouragement

Windy knows how to take it easy. This little diva loves the bed. Our bed. Yes, we let the furkids sleep with us. They are polite, snuggly bed partners. But Windy could spend all day in bed. When she has … Continue reading

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Dachshund Gets Revenge, Part Two

  Windy is too smart for her own good. A few days ago she upped the ante of her anger. Windy wanted to leave with me as I was headed out the door to run errands. She left a deposit for … Continue reading

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Wiener Dog Knows How To Manipulate

Jake is one sneaky furkid. One evening a few days ago, Jake was immediately to the left of my lap enjoying attention. Windy walks up and swats me on the leg. Jake sees her out of the corner of his … Continue reading

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Please Vote For Schnauzer Rescue Cincinnati

In Style Dog is sponsoring a contest, and the winning nonprofit will receive $500. Schnauzer Rescue Cincinnati helps all of Ohio, Kentucky, and parts of Indiana, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Florida. Hope was rescued in December 2009. We love her and … Continue reading

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