Archive for the 'Cool dog stuff ' Category
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 
Wiener Races in Portland: Unleash the Hounds
A MUST ATTEND event: Portland Mercury’s annual Dogs’ Day of Summer event. I attended this past weekend and there is no question that this event was not only enjoyed by hundreds of people in Portland but 80 doxies were registered to...
by Christy Caplan
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September 1, 2015 
National Dog Day: What are you doing to celebrate!
I took Walter and Shermie today to the park for National Dog Day! Do one thing today to celebrate the bond between man and dog. This could be as simple as a special treat, a walk somewhere new, or some...
by Christy Caplan
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August 26, 2015 
Fort Stevens State Park near Astoria: day trip
Fort Stevens: The fact that there weren’t any seals in Astoria didn’t matter… Fort Stevens State Park near Astoria is a GREAT place to take the dogs for a run. You can drive onto the beach which was a...
by Christy Caplan
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August 18, 2015 
My Favorite Dog Things This Month: Doxie Planter
Calling all doxie lovers! This month I stumbled across two amazing dog related items I wanted to share with everyone. They’re silly but FABULOUS. A doxie planter that is a wild, bright orange and super cute on display in your...
by Christy Caplan
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June 12, 2015 
Northwest School of Animal Massage: first day of FUNdamentals
Vashon Island is where the Northwest School of Animal Massage is located. This past Saturday was the first day of animal massage training and I couldn’t be more excited to dive into my new life adventure. A day in the...
by Christy Caplan
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June 8, 2015 
