Walking the Dogs: A Sad Sunday Adventure
It was Sunday—a day that seemed to come back around with an almost startling frequency. After all, wasn’t it just Sunday? Anyway, I am fond...
A Dog Is Not Your Shield
Don't rely on a dog to protect you from the world. Dogs are wonderful companions, but they are not shields. The energy you give off will...
The Toilet Paper, the Doctor and A Dog Named Jesus
Ah, the delightful chaos of being a dog owner and the occasional frustration it brings. Despite the baffling habits they've developed over time, I adore...
Unhealthy Air Sucks For Us and Our Dogs
We’re living in a different world these days. The latest air quality alerts have affected you and me [as an old guy] and dog lover....
Dogs vs Monsters: A Tale of Terror
It was one of those nights with neither moon nor stars illuminating the landscape. Heavey rain-filled clouds scudded across the sky. The black dog was...
Terror In the Pines: A Shock From the Unseen
As the unholy snarl echoed through the still night, a chilling terror coursed through my veins, seeping into every nook and cranny of my being. It was not just a fear of the dark or of the unseen but something far deeper, more primal. It was the fear of the unknown, the inexplicable, the monstrous.
Do Dogs Understand Our Hugging and Kissing?
This is something all of us dog owners think about from time to time, and I know I do, particularly with Belgian Malinois,
9 Dangerous Snacks for Dogs
I’m not gonna lie to you! I confess, sometimes, I feed my dogs people food. A cheesy cracker here, a piece of popcorn there.
The Ultimate Guide to Responsible Pet Adoption
Adding a cat or dog to your family is a big decision, and these days there are many ways for you to do so. An adoption is an option for folks looking to possibly save a little money—and more importantly, save a life.
Do You Really Want A Belgian Malinois?
I have two Belgian Malinois or 'Mals' for short. One, Tango, flunked out of Army dog school, and the other, Axel, AKA Whiskey, was rehomed...
Shirley Donuts and Why Jesus Hates Dogs
I enjoy walking my dogs, although not necessarily in this stifling heat, which, for me, is anything over 75 degrees.
Why Does My Dog Curl Up To Sleep?
Nothing is cuter than when a dog curls up to sleep. But why do they do it? My own dog has a pre-sleep ritual.
Check Out These 9 Quick Tests To Help You Pick Out A Puppy
If I have five puppies in front of me and have no color or gender preference then it is gonna be a tough job selecting the ideal puppy.
Why Does My Dog Always Follow Me Into the Bathroom?
Do you often hear the tap-tap of doggy toenails on the tile when you head to the bathroom? Do they wait on the bathmat while you...