Part I of Pandemic Pups discussed the challenges of socialization during the pandemic and offered tips on how to make it work. In this...

The woman on the other end of this morning’s phone call was distraught about her dog and in need of help. This was not unusual. That her...

When I first adopted Sierra from the shelter, I was told she’d been there four times previously. No one knew whether she’d had the same...

It happened again. A dog that was known to have aggression issues attacked a person, severely mauling the woman. In this case the dog was...

I recently came across an article in which a dog who was known to be “nervous, growling, and didn’t like children” was sent away for...

A new DNA study led by Dr. Julie Levy, a professor of shelter medicine at UF College of Veterinary Medicine, has shown that many dogs who...

Mechanics have weeks where they see a slew of brake jobs, or more carburetor issues than usual. There’s no rhyme or reason—it’s an odd...

The woman on the phone sounded anxious. She needed a trainer to come to her house today. When asked about the urgency, she replied that...

Many of us whose family includes two dogs have set it up that way because we believe dogs enjoy canine companionship. When they’re left...

I’m one of those people whose mind always seems to translate things into how they relate to dogs. The other morning was no exception. I...

When you bring a dog home from a shelter or adopt one from a rescue, you’re doing a noble thing. You’re taking a dog whose days might be...

Last night, in a jet lag induced bout of sleeplessness, I watched a Sex and the City marathon. Somewhere in the midst of this guilty...

I know first-hand how difficult it can be to live with dogs with behavior issues. I’ve had dogs with fear issues, aggression issues,...

As you know if you read my last blog entry, bringing a new dog into the family has been exciting, but there’s been a little too much...

We’ve had Bodhi now for just under five days. I blogged yesterday “announcing” him, and so many of you were kind enough to send nice...

_ September 2nd was my birthday, and my husband had gone out to get pizza from the best place in town. (Yep, I’m an expensive date!) I...

Sierra is a furry social butterfly. Not only does she love people, but she loves to play with other dogs. Most mornings I take her to the...

“I love long walks on the beach, the feel of the wind in my hair, and cuddling by a cozy fireplace.” “Rock star type, young and lean with...

It’s the first day of a new decade, and I’m looking down at the sweetest furry face you’ll ever see. Sitting by my side as I type, she...

It’s been just over a year since I lost my beloved soul dog Mojo. I experienced three other losses last year as well, which sapped my...