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It's heating up
on Monday June 17th, 2013 at 01:23 PM
I was standing just outside the shade zone; waiting for my husband to finish his olive oil tasting. We were at a farmers market yesterday afternoon without the dogs as it was in the high 80s. I glanced over and saw a small Dachshund panting heavily; he too was standing just outside the shade zone. Instinctively I took off my shoe and stood on the pavement with my barefoot. "Mom," I heard my son say as I looked to see him standing with one barefoot on the pavement as well. We had...Signals
on Friday June 14th, 2013 at 02:58 PM
Signals, it's all about signals. Dogs communicate via body language and vocal sounds when needed. So often I hear "what the heck was that about," from an owner reacting to a behavior that they could not explain which their dog exhibited. More than likely the dog gave off lots of clues as to what was coming but they were missed. This leaves a human with their hands in the air saying "what?????" We had a meeting the other day with a little dog. Luke approached on his tiptoes as he often does...
A little chin hair - ya gotta smile.
on Thursday June 13th, 2013 at 01:51 PM
Standing at the lights, Luke, Elsa and I waited for our walk signal. We were on the PCH (Pacific Coast Highway) and heading home after leaving the beach. There was only one other person at the lights waiting. In the summer months, this particular crossing is usually packed but yesterday it was just us and one other guy. He was young, in his late 20s maybe and he glanced back over his shoulder at us when I told Luke and Elsa to wait. Then he did a double take and smiled, then laughed. Finally...Photo Wednesday
on Wednesday June 12th, 2013 at 03:50 PM
Elsa's introduction to this new water container. She has been retrieving toys from the kiddie pool for sometime but never this thing. First we had the ball just hover a few inches from the top. Notice how clear the water is? It takes but a few retrieves to start getting murky. She closes her eyes and just goes for it. What a girl. And again. Then Luke decides to show her that he is actually the pro at this game. Eyes still closed. Closed. Luke wants another try, they love this. But he misses...The under appreciated carabiner.
on Tuesday June 11th, 2013 at 02:07 PM
Got Carabiners? Gear - implements, tools, or apparatus, especially as used for a particular occupation or activity; paraphernalia. I love gear; I don't know why, I just do. I'm not your typical gal that gushes over diamonds; no, give me a really cool and useful piece of gear to make my life easier and I'm all yours. :) I like rugged, quality, well thought out equipment that is economically priced. Utility is my middle name; and my products of choice are typically very plain and very useful....
The whole package
on Monday June 10th, 2013 at 01:44 PM
Walking down the streets of Greenwich, CT we encountered two very friendly dogs. One was a Cavalier King Charles Spaniel, the other a Springer. Both dogs saw us; us being Luke, Elsa and myself. They lowered their body posture and wagged furiously with their tails at half mast; they wanted an interaction. I glanced up to see the humans attached to the end of the leashes; who gave off nothing friendly or interested looking in having interaction. In fact they radiated a very strong, not...Likes and dislikes
on Friday June 7th, 2013 at 02:00 PM
"He won't eat that," I told my hubby as he offered Luke a piece of turkey on his couch. A dog that doesn't like turkey? What? Well, he actually likes turkey but it must be offered in the correct corresponding scenario. One does not just eat turkey on the couch at random moments; well at least Luke does not. Elsa? darn right. For most dogs, food is food and it is welcome at any time and any place. Each has their own taste, likes and dislikes. But Luke takes it one step further; he is after...
Guarding in public
on Thursday June 6th, 2013 at 01:48 PM
Elsa has taught Penny the joy of sharing. Penny was attacked a few days ago. Rest assured, she is fine now. She was at the dog beach in San Diego when she saw a dog playing with a ball, a Dalmatian. She approached and was about to check out the ball when the dog attacked; grabbing her by the neck and shaking. My daughter stopped the assault and made sure that Penny was okay. Then the owner slowly meandered over and said asked what had happened. The owner of the Dalmatian made several...
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