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I Believe… Animals Bring Happiness
“Living with Animals to Heal” is the theme for this post! I believe that animals provide support for people with depression, someone battling an illness or an elder finding themselves alone for the first time in their lives. I live...
by Christy Caplan
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February 7, 2016 
Photo Tips for Animal Rescues and Shelters
You may be a foster family that just invited a senior dog to live with you or you may be a volunteer at a local animal shelter helping post adoptable animals on your website and social channels. Whatever the reason,...
by Christy Caplan
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January 22, 2016 
LOST: On the Salmon River Trail
Has this ever happened to you when you’re hiking with your dogs? This is a true story followed by some important tips about what to do if this happens to you: From how I imagine Shermie felt… So, we...
by Christy Caplan
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January 20, 2016 
2016 Pet Blogger Challenge: Bare All
This is the official post for my first Pet Blogger Challenge! Thanks so much to Go Pet Friendly: Take Paws blogger for hosting this. Sidebar: This is a blogger centric post so if you were hoping to learn something about my...
by Christy Caplan
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January 9, 2016 
Day After Christmas: the BarkBox Arrived
We continue to love our BarkBox packages – there are so many of these subscription boxes to choose from now… BUT I still love our BarkBox subscription. Here’s why: BarkBox Review- They included a Treat Tin! 10% of all...
by Christy Caplan
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December 29, 2015 
Gold Paws Series Coats: 5 out of 5 stars
Since Walter is the one wearing the coat – I’m staring with his .02 about the features and the fact that this coat keeps him from getting soaking wet. Jacket Review -Walter’s POV: No Velcro. This is my favorite part...
by Christy Caplan
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December 27, 2015 
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 
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 
