My sisters each brought home a RATN Title (Rat Novice) in Barn Hunt this weekend. I thought they were going to give up the “naked sport” of rat hunting, but it appears they are getting good at it, and plan on continuing! Madison, especially, being just 19 months old really understands when it is time to work, and she is good! [Read more…]
5 Tips For Rewarding Dogs With Food
Rewarding dogs for behaviors can be done with food/treats, toys, or affection. In many cases, using food or treats is the most effective way to train your dog. Today, Bailie, Madison and I are sharing some of our training tips using food as a reward. Your dog, and what you are training for will also determine which type of reward is best for your own situation. [Read more…]
The Making Of A Future Agility Champion, Or Not?
Is Madison on course to become a future agility champion, or not? She has been taking agility courses since January and has only missed one class. She loves going to school, running the courses, and seeing her classmates, but how good is she at agility? [Read more…]
Checking Out Ritter Farm Park For National Walk Your Dog Week
Mom and I visited Ritter Farm Park this week for National Walk Your Dog Week! At our house we walk several times a day every day, but it is always fun to check out a new spot! My sisters and I have been tracking here, but have never come for a walk. We are thankful for all the beautiful places our mom takes us for walks and hikes. [Read more…]
Should You Spay Your Dog And When? It Is A Big Decision!
Should you spay your dog? It used to be simple – if you are a breeder, no. If you will not be breeding, spay your dog early. A lot of research has been done over the years and now it is time for people to really look at the facts before they make a decision that has the potential to change the life of a dog! Spaying your dog does not make you a responsible pet owner just as not spaying doesn’t make you an irresponsible pet parent. Both decisions can be the right decision. Your dog’s age is also an important factor. [Read more…]
Lake Nokomis – A Fun Place To Walk Your Dog
Lake Nokomis is a fun place to take your dog for a walk. Katie and I walked around the lake a few times years ago, but Bailie and Madison have never been there. While I was at the spa last week, Mom took the two rowdies to Lake Nokomis for a walk. It’s about 2.7 miles around following the walking path, just under an hour walk for us. [Read more…]
When Is It Safe For A Young Dog To Start Running?
When is it safe for your young dog to start running with you? For most dogs turning a year old is the magic number. It really makes my mom sad when we see people out jogging with young puppies because we know about the damage that can happen with pups who run too early in life. [Read more…]
Pet Hydration Month – Does Your Dog Drink Enough Water?
It’s Pet Hydration Month! Do you know if your dog is drinking enough water? How can you help make sure your dog does drink enough water? Mom is big on drinking water herself, and she takes care to make sure all us furry ones stay hydrated as well! [Read more…]
The Minnetonka Loop Trail System – Visiting Minnehaha Creek
The Minnetonka Loop Trail System is out by my Gramma’s house and has tons of fun places for dogs to walk and have great adventures with their humans! Katie and I covered numerous miles of the trails ten years ago when we lived at Gramma’s house for a few months. Bailie has done a few walks, but Madison is new to it all! Last weekend, Mom took Bailie and Madison to the part that goes by Minnehaha Creek for their weekend walk. [Read more…]
Back To Barn Hunt – Where Is That Rat?
It’s back to Barn Hunt at my house! I couldn’t believe my long, floppy ears when Mom said Bailie and Madison were going to hunt for rats last weekend! You may remember, last fall Mom said never again after she and Bailie had a disastrous day of rat hunting! I guess because Mom thought Madison deserved to give the sport a try, she entered those two for the weekend! Thankfully, she left me home because she knows I will not hunt for a common rat! [Read more…]
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