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Simple Pleasures from Dogs

I'm winding up my workweek at the computer and there is a baby Great Dane sharing my office. I'm giggling as I type this because the sounds coming from this pup are as hilarious as they are comforting. 

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Early Spring Snow: Dogs Go Crazy!

Here in the Mid-Atlantic, there are two schools of thought about the snow (or lack thereof) this winter:

1. Yay!
2. Boo!

 

 

 

 

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Do You Have a Favorite Dog?

Me + My Boy

Tango's almost 10 years old. The elbow ailment that led to his release from the service dog program is finally becoming apparent. 

 

 

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Metro DC Pet Owners: Super Pet Expo is Coming

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Three Must Have's (From My Perspective)

I'm a practical girl; I don't want a lot of stuff taking up space. If I have something, it’s because I use it. A lot. This article was born when I realized that over the past year, I've found myself recommending the same things to clients, both in-home training and in my group classes. These are the things I simply couldn't live without, things I use every day with my own dogs. This month, I'll give you an inside look at the three things I can't live without (and I recommend you don't live without them either). 

 

 

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The Life of A Service Puppy -- New Adventures for Monti

This little girl didn't stay with us nearly long enough. Asti Spumante is her official name. But around here she's Monti or Zoomie.

 

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