Archive for the 'Cool dog stuff ' Category
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 
The Ghost “Dog” Network: A Halloween Post
*caption: Since Walter is wearing his Day of the Dead bandana it seemed appropriate for this post! I believe in ghosts. Sometimes I think the dogs I’ve lived with over the years that are no longer with us, follow me...
by Christy Caplan
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October 18, 2015 
K-9 Nosework Classes: with Sherm and Walter
First, why did I get into K-9 Nosework? Two words – reactive dog. I live with not one but TWO reactive dogs. Shermie has always been reactive, I’m not sure what happened with Walter. This morning, a large dog (likely...
by Christy Caplan
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October 13, 2015 
Life in Portland, A Good Choice: Vacation Tips for Dog Parents
My Vacation is not complete… unless my dogs are with me. As summer is officially wrapped up, I wanted to recap the adventures we were on with the dogs including our September Mt. Hood vacation. I’m throwing in safety tips...
by Christy Caplan
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October 8, 2015 
Itch Relief: Shampoo Reviews
Dr. Shawn’s Shampoo Review: Before Whole Dog Journal called this brand out as a top pick I had used the Itch Relief shampoo on Shermie. It’s one of the BEST shampoo brands I’ve stumbled across and it’s all natural ingredients....
by Christy Caplan
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October 5, 2015 
Old Dog Sanctuary: How Deep Is Your Love
*Yes the title is from a pop song I like to listen to… “How Deep Is Your Love” by Calvin Harris… Someone asked me what my dream job is and I said “to run an old dog sanctuary” on a...
by Christy Caplan
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October 2, 2015 
Enrichment for Doxie Puppies: Lessons from Experts
I was lucky enough to spend an afternoon with my friend Laura who is the guardian of a litter of Goodwood puppies – this is a Huti/Fifa litter and they are adorable. Laura created a puppy enrichment area to help...
by Christy Caplan
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September 27, 2015 
National Dog Week: Throwback Thursday & Puzzle Toys
In celebration of National Dog Week, I’m posting a video of Walter as a puppy getting his breakfast out of his puzzle toy. I read an article in Whole Dog Journal this week about ways to be a better pet...
by Christy Caplan
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September 24, 2015 
Mt. Hood with Dogs: One of the Seven Wonders
The Pacific Crest trail on Mt. Hood has one of the best hikes in all of Oregon. All three of the dogs were able to hike in 3-4 miles with no issues. You start at Timberline and enter near the...
by Christy Caplan
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September 16, 2015 
Labor Day Field Trials: Walter meets his grandfather, Odin
Labor Day weekend was full of Doxie related activities. I always take Walter for our club’s Field Trials at least twice a year. Dachshund Fanciers of Southwestern Washington puts on Field Trials, Earth Dog events and fun activities everyone can enjoy...
by Christy Caplan
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September 8, 2015 
