I confess that I do things for my dogs that some people (NOT the people who own dogs themselves, of course) would regard with a critical...

Case in point: Pug Elvis climbs and camps on the back of the sofa, the arm of a chair, and even in the bay window. The higher the better....

Seth is a seven month old Pomeranian whose owners are getting a tad frustrated with him. Its not really the stealing of the flip flops or...

Dogs can test our patience. I’m thinking of the Lab mix that settles onto the floor, positions his paws as if preparing for a salon...

Yellow Lab Tammy can’t tell you the difference between Trader Joe’s or Hannaford, Price Chopper or ShopRite. All she knows is, each store...

Two year old Wire Haired Pointing Griffon Mac has a word or two to say about the vacuum cleaner. The machine lurks behind a closet door,...

No, not to hang yourself. If you’re that frustrated with your dog, call a trainer! The leash – and I’m referring to a 6 foot long walking...

Watching a young mother at Price Chopper recently, I was reminded of something called “learned behavior.” Yes, a tragedy was averted, the...

Forgive me if I talk about barking yet again. This time, the topic is owner-directed barking. Also known as back talk, sass, and lip....

Aussie Labradoodle Martina can do no right. Her two “brothers” – Lab mixes, ages 8 and 10  – nap most of the day, rising only to follow...

At the risk of sounding like a naysayer, I confess I must share a significant No No with you. Yes, I know, one of my recent blog posts...

I confess there are rare moments when, after seeing the same issues played out again and again, I can’t help but add to my list of pet...

I confess, your dog and I need a pat on the back and a “Good Girl (or Boy)!” every once in awhile. The majority of dog owners are...

Human beings mean well. After all, we are the warm-hearted adopters of our canine friends. We take these shedding, drooling,...

My history with Pugs is a long and varied one. I have trained them (P is for Park), feted them (Pet Fair and Pug Fest), calmed them (Get...

I went to see Brad Paisley at SPAC last summer. Paid a lot of money for great seats. Really looked forward to an amazing concert. Why?...

Nati Warning: I am going to Lecture. If you or someone you know is thinking of getting a puppy, PLEASE use PetFinder.com or a reputable...

Morning Yawn. Stretch. Look around. Listen carefully. Sniff the air. Sniff the door. No one is home. Pad over to the water bowl. Sniff...

Like death and marriage, sharing your life with a dog is experienced in stages. Notice I said “experienced” not “enjoyed” or “endured.”...

Wendy’s two dogs might have had some obedience training at one time, but you would never know it if you visited her house. There are pee...