Archive for the 'Cool dog stuff ' Category
21 Days of Rain: K-9 Nosework is a MUST for Busy Dogs
*If you want to learn more about K-9 Nosework, please sign up to receive alerts when I post as this will be an ongoing topic I would describe Walter as a busy dog. Nosework saves us during these wet, winter...
by Christy Caplan
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December 21, 2015 
Salmon River Trail: A Rainy Afternoon Hike
After almost 20 days of straight rain we had one almost partially dry day and took advantage of it. A big hike with all three dogs at the Salmon River Trail in Welches, Oregon. The scenery was delicious and the...
by Christy Caplan
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December 19, 2015 
Holiday Stockings: Last Minute Ideas
This is a very last minute list of stocking stuffers for your four legged friends. From dog cookie jars to my favorite new Kong product that I’d be lost without, I compiled a quick list of my favorites. You had...
by Christy Caplan
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December 16, 2015 
Beyond Squeaky Toys: A Review & Quick Tips
I attended a workshop hosted by a local Portland Vet Specialist that focused on behavior last week. Authors Nicole Nicassio-Hiskey of the Oregon Zoo and Cinthia Alia Mitchell from Doggone Fun! Doggy Daycare Center wrote a book about dog and cat enrichment as...
by Christy Caplan
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December 13, 2015 
My Dog’s Yelp Review: Our Trip on Mt. Hood
The pack: Bruiser: 12 year old doxie, nickname Bruisy or “the warrior” Walter: 3 year old doxie, nickname Walty or “monster” Shermie: 8 year old beagle/basset hound or a.k.a. “crazy mixed breed” Bruiser: “Highs but more lows” — Well, we...
by Christy Caplan
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December 6, 2015 
Essential Fatty Acids: Many Benefits
PetCo blog on healthy coats. Infographic. Adult dogs need two essential fatty acids: Omega-three and omega-six fatty acids. This infographic looks at the role of essential fatty acids in skin and coat health. I’m a big fan of using Salmon oil...
by Christy Caplan
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November 28, 2015 
A recipe for not getting bit by my old doxie during the holidays!
(Just a gobble gobble post for those of you that live with dogs that don’t love guests and company during the holidays!) This is dedicated to my old dog Bruiser, this morning my husband and I talked about the guests...
by Christy Caplan
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November 24, 2015 
Bandages, CPR, Emergencies…oh my! Pet First Aid Basics
An emergency can happen at any time… I attended a first aid workshop at a local Emergency/Specialty clinic. Since I’m not currently working at a clinic, I wanted a refresher on CPCR as well as bandaging. How often do you...
by Christy Caplan
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November 17, 2015 
Well You Must Not Know My Dog! Life With a Reactive Dog
“Well you must not know my dog” (from Best in Show): Living with a Reactive Beagle Mix I was with a client last week and a customer came into her store. Without a lot of detail, her dog was aggressive...
by Christy Caplan
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November 8, 2015 
Hunting for Mushrooms: Truffles?
Planning to truffle hunt with your dogs this season? Truffle hunting: Could become a great sport for the pack and you don’t need a Lagotto Romagnolo The breed known for truffle hunting is the: Lagotto Romagnolo – a breed from...
by Christy Caplan
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October 25, 2015 
