Tag Archives: Schnauzers

Homemade Dog Cookies

Posted on December 28, 2010 by daysofourdogs

Here is a recipe for dog treats. I have not tried it yet, but Jake, Hope and Windy love them. Applesauce/Peanut Butter Dog Treats 6 cups of whole-wheat flour 10 cups of quick oatmeal 1 tablespoon baking powder 4 cups … Continue reading →

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Christmas Gifts Galore

Posted on December 27, 2010 by daysofourdogs

The furkids made out like bandits this Christmas. Friends from Florida sent them a giant Pez container with dog treats. Friends from Tennessee sent them toys and bandanas. Hope’s foster mom sent homemade dog biscuits. (They look good enough to … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2010 by daysofourdogs

Jake, Hope, Windy and their furparents wish you a Merry Christmas.

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Puppy Mill Girl Shows Her Smarts

Posted on December 21, 2010 by daysofourdogs

In spite of being in an Amish puppy mill for five years, Hope is an intelligent dog. This month we celebrate her being out of the mill for two years, and today she surprised me. We feed the furkids twice … Continue reading →

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House Training Tricky in Snow

Posted on December 14, 2010 by daysofourdogs

With about 4 inches of snow and single-digit temperatures, the furkids aren’t too thrilled with going outside to take care of their business. Shoveling the steps, ramp and a potty path are not enough. Carrying Jake and Windy outside the … Continue reading →

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More Progress for Puppy Mill Girl

Posted on December 13, 2010 by daysofourdogs

Hope, our Amish puppy mill girl, has been free of the mill for two years, after having spent five years in it. Recently, she gave me more anticipation of her becoming a normal dog. Hope loves to go for walks … Continue reading →

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More Gifts for Dogs

Posted on December 10, 2010 by daysofourdogs

How many furparents buy presents for their dogs? A recent poll sponsored by the Associated Press and Petside.com shows 53 percent of all pet owners plan to by gifts for their furkids this season. Women are more likely than men, … Continue reading →

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Dogs Get Dry Skin Too

Posted on December 3, 2010 by daysofourdogs

The cold, dry winter air makes a person’s skin itch. Dogs are no different. I have started fish oil supplements for Jake and Hope. Both are scratching, and I know they don’t have fleas. Because of Windy’s history with hemorrhagic … Continue reading →

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Puppy Mill Girl Still Anxious

Posted on December 2, 2010 by daysofourdogs

Hope has been free of the Amish puppy mill for almost two years. She has lived with us for nearly 15 months. Hope has improved greatly. She never goes into a crate, will let you pat her on the head … Continue reading →

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Rainy Days Aren’t Dog Days

Posted on November 30, 2010 by daysofourdogs

It’s going to be a four-pad day. Early this morning Jake, Hope and Windy went out to the backyard. They were hesitant because they saw it was wet, but I convinced them it was not raining. For the rest of … Continue reading →

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