Tag Archives: Winter

Dogs Want Their Trash and Play Time

One of the reasons dog people love their furkids is because dogs are honest. They are so basic with their emotions you know where you stand with them. Jake takes his job seriously as watchdog. Each Tuesday morning he is … 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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Another Puppy Mill Girl Surprise

Hope, our miniature schnauzer who was in an Amish puppy mill for five years, decided she wanted a walk and didn’t care if no one else wanted one. Hope started her “I want a walk” bark. Jake and Windy joined … Continue reading

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Sleepy Dogs

The cold, gray days of winter have turned my furkids into little bears. Dogs need more than twice the amount of sleep humans need. Now I am sure Jake, Hope and Windy have surpassed that, which might not be a … Continue reading

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House Training Tricky in Snow

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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Winter Woes on Little Toes

With ice and snow here, you need to be careful about the kind of ice melt you buy. If your dogs will be walking on the area you will apply the melt, please get a brand that is labeled “pet … Continue reading

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Dogs Get Dry Skin Too

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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