Admit it, you do this too
I confess that I do things for my dogs that some people (NOT the people who own dogs themselves, of course) would regard with a critical...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Observation: Dogs rise to the occasion
Case in point: Pug Elvis climbs and camps on the back of the sofa, the arm of a chair, and even in the bay window. The higher the better....
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Rachel R. Baum
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Talking back
Seth is a seven month old Pomeranian whose owners are getting a tad frustrated with him. Its not really the stealing of the flip flops or...
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Rachel R. Baum
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This dog is driving me crazy
Dogs can test our patience. I’m thinking of the Lab mix that settles onto the floor, positions his paws as if preparing for a salon...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Grocery store vigilante
Yellow Lab Tammy can’t tell you the difference between Trader Joe’s or Hannaford, Price Chopper or ShopRite. All she knows is, each store...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Silence of the vacuum cleaner
Two year old Wire Haired Pointing Griffon Mac has a word or two to say about the vacuum cleaner. The machine lurks behind a closet door,...
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Rachel R. Baum
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7 (other) uses for a leash
No, not to hang yourself. If you’re that frustrated with your dog, call a trainer! The leash – and I’m referring to a 6 foot long walking...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Canine conversation
Watching a young mother at Price Chopper recently, I was reminded of something called “learned behavior.” Yes, a tragedy was averted, the...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Listen Up!
Forgive me if I talk about barking yet again. This time, the topic is owner-directed barking. Also known as back talk, sass, and lip....
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Rachel R. Baum
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Problem Child
Aussie Labradoodle Martina can do no right. Her two “brothers” – Lab mixes, ages 8 and 10 – nap most of the day, rising only to follow...
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Rachel R. Baum
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That’s a No No
At the risk of sounding like a naysayer, I confess I must share a significant No No with you. Yes, I know, one of my recent blog posts...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Two More Pet Peeves
I confess there are rare moments when, after seeing the same issues played out again and again, I can’t help but add to my list of pet...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Celebrate Success!
I confess, your dog and I need a pat on the back and a “Good Girl (or Boy)!” every once in awhile. The majority of dog owners are...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Good Manners Spoken Here
Human beings mean well. After all, we are the warm-hearted adopters of our canine friends. We take these shedding, drooling,...
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Rachel R. Baum
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All For One, One For All
My history with Pugs is a long and varied one. I have trained them (P is for Park), feted them (Pet Fair and Pug Fest), calmed them (Get...
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Rachel R. Baum
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Papillions and Paisley
I went to see Brad Paisley at SPAC last summer. Paid a lot of money for great seats. Really looked forward to an amazing concert. Why?...
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Rachel R. Baum
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National Puppy Day- March 23
Nati Warning: I am going to Lecture. If you or someone you know is thinking of getting a puppy, PLEASE use PetFinder.com or a reputable...
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Rachel R. Baum
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If You Had a Doggie Cam…
Morning Yawn. Stretch. Look around. Listen carefully. Sniff the air. Sniff the door. No one is home. Pad over to the water bowl. Sniff...
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Rachel R. Baum
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The Four Stages of Dog Guardianship
Like death and marriage, sharing your life with a dog is experienced in stages. Notice I said “experienced” not “enjoyed” or “endured.”...
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Rachel R. Baum
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What Dogs Don’t Know
Wendy’s two dogs might have had some obedience training at one time, but you would never know it if you visited her house. There are pee...
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