I get asked a lot of questions about starting a pet blog, and I’m always happy to share what I’ve learned over the (almost nine!!!) years. But, when I put all those questions together--excluding detail questions like which platform to use (WordPress) or what comment spam plugin to install (Akismet)--there are a few absolutes for pet bloggers. Absolutely anyone can--and should, if they so
Setting Realistic Dog Training Goals: Mat Work
Last week we talked about limits: figuring out what our dogs' limits are and how to honor them. The other side to that coin, though, is knowing which limits to push and how. Otherwise, you risk becoming stagnant. Pushing limits, too, helps expand your dog's world bit by tiny, incremental bit. When I talk about pushing Cooper's limits and setting training goals for him, I try to think of what
What’s Saving My Life Right Now
This post is inspired by Modern Mrs. Darcy's linkup. If you love books, you need to read her blog! It's like having a conversation over coffee with a friend who happens to be a librarian. Winter. It's getting old, you guys. But, today's the halfway point, so the end--and sunshine--is in sight! Each winter requires a handful of practical staples to see it through physically: warm boots,
Limits
"It's so beautiful outside! Let's take Cooper to the park to enjoy this gorgeous day!" Said no one ever... "It's gray and lightly drizzling. I'm taking Cooper to the park for a jog." I said on Sunday. Cooper doesn't go to the park on a beautiful, sunny day. Why? People go to the park on beautiful, sunny days. Dogs go to the park on beautiful, sunny days. Youths on wheels go to the park
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