Puppy classes are an important starting point in producing a well-adjusted family dog. I believe that dog and handler friendly classes are an absolute necessity. If you are not comfortable with the techniques...
Just before the holidays my best friend for more than 14 years passed away. She was the most forgiving and loving friend that I ever had. I have great feelings of self-worth and confidence from what we accomplished together. She...
A dog in a library is not a usual sight (except perhaps for a R.E.A.D dog) unless of course it’s the subject of a book. It seems that our four-legged companions are such a popular reading subject that a school librarian recently...
If you are like me, you are always looking for something fun to do with your dog. While my dog, Louie, a mix from HAWS (Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha) loves to just lie on the couch at times, he also likes to be...
When it comes to capturing the true essence of an animal on film, there’s much more to the job than meets the eye. A steady hand, infinite patience and an overall love of the subject matter are definite prerequisites to the...
Congratulations! The stork will soon be delivering your brand new baby bundle…but wait, it’s without fur. Yes, you’ve decided to take the leap from pet parenthood to baby parenthood. And what a leap it will be. Now is the perfect...
There are a couple of things that will be helpful right away. First, take him out every hour on the hour for a while. I know it's inconvenient, but it's better than spending all your time cleaning up after him. If you can't watch...
