Each and every day a dog impresses me with some aspect of their intelligence. One particular skill that I think they’re very good at is their ability to count the number of treats they’ve been given for a particular task – or the lack of them 😉 You see dogs aren’t so different to us. …
As I sit here preparing for tonight’s Kennel Club Good Citizen Silver & Gold tests, it had me thinking what my own dog training goals and aspirations are at the moment. Now some of those are quite specific like the tests this evening – both Diva & Jade have their Silver certificates & rosettes, but …
Organising a social dog walk can be a LOT of fun for all concerned. But there are a few things you’ll want to consider. 1. Who To Invite? In my experience, grouping like with like is a good way to go. Large, boisterous dogs who love to play don’t mix well with smaller, more fragile …
I know a lot of dogs owners who would immediately answer that question with a resounding “Yes!”, but is that really the case? Don’t forget, having a hug or cuddle is a human expression of love and affection not a dog one. And whilst they may tolerate it because they love us, it doesn’t mean they’re enjoying …
Really that should read ‘Just 13 Reasons I Love My Dogs’, because these only scratch the surface 😉 1. Laughter Sometimes intentionally, sometimes not! Watching two dogs try and get into the same crate at the same time, or one trying to squeeze into a ridiculously small gap on the sofa next to me, or dropping …
In honour of St Valentine, I’ve put together a photograph competition to honour the special dogs in our lives. Particularly those dogs who made a big difference to us, changed our lives in some way, led us down a particular path, or brought a special person or people into our lives. As one of my …
I know I’m biased, but do Shetland Sheepdogs get any prettier than this??
I am very pleased to report that I now have broadband internet up and running in my new home – such a relief! Whilst the beauty of the laptop means I have been able to log in and access emails etc when out and about, it’s not the same as being sat in my office …
First show of the season! Was very excited to be packing up the caravan on Friday ready to leave, full of hopes for what the weekend might bring despite a rather disastrous training session on the Thursday evening. I was rather hoping that poor rehearsal, good show might hold true in this instance! Luckily for …
Spare time isn’t something that I’m particularly blessed with. My life is pretty busy, filled with lots of wonderful people and animals, and for the most part I’m happy and content. One might wonder how I fit it all in and it’s a very good question indeed! Being a wife and mother, owner to 3 …