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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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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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Weather Woes And Walking

Angel dog Duffy, West Highland white terrier, had superior waste management skills. Angel dog Justin, mini schnauzer, had ears that stood straight up. Ice and single-digit wind chill are not making walkie time worth it. Hope and Jake want walks. … Continue reading

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Waste Management Getting Tricky

The crazy Ohio weather is befuddling my furkids. The ice from yesterday melted last night, but high winds are re-freezing what is left. We have a ramp down the back steps to make it easier for the wiener dogs, who … Continue reading

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Post-Grooming Disaster

The furkids went for grooming appointments yesterday. The wiener dogs don’t need haircuts, but I prefer for someone else to trim their toenails and getting a bath is a plus. I have had the same groomer for 16 years, and … Continue reading

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Walking, Pooping, Picking Up

In spite of having a fenced back yard to play in , Hope, Jake and Windy still want — no demand — walks. If I am home in the afternoon or evening, usually Hope will catch my eye, bark excitedly, … Continue reading

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