Introducing Your Dog to Your Baby: 6 Things that Worked for Us

In the last couple of months of my pregnancy, Blue seemed to understand that something was going on and things were different somehow. He spent several hours investigating all of the baby stuff, and gave the belly an occasional snuggle. But I don’t think he had any idea that we’d be bringing home a new little person. By the time
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Will My Dog Know I’m Pregnant?

This past year we found out that we were going to have a new baby, a human one. We did what every reasonable pet owner in the same situation would do: had a sit down with Blue beagle and explained the situation. He seemed unfazed by our news as he basked in the warmth of our sun-drenched guest room. Subsequent
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Flying with your dog: the best airline approved dog carrier

I am in the panic stage of relocating my family to Austin Texas for six weeks.   I’m prone to having these ideas for “grand adventures.”   It’s just rarely do they involve husband and assorted pets as well.   Today I’d like to talk about the logistics of flying with your dog. In-Cabin versus As Storage You know the sad story you
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PetSafe Stay and Play Wireless Fence Review

Petsafe stay and play wireless receiver collar

I finally decided to bite the bullet and splurge on an invisible fence for Indie the wild wanderer. We did our intensive product research and decided on the PetSafe Stay and Play Wireless Fence System, due to it’s ability to effectively contain and train my pooch. The system comes with a bit of a steep price tag, but it was
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Kyjen Dog Games Dog Agility Starter Kit Review

Kyjen dog games agility starter kit

Indie was an active puppy, but has settled into more of a lethargic state recently, and her vet recommend I get her outside a little more. I saw the Kyjen Dog Agility Starter Kit, and I figured I would give it a try. She’s a really smart dog and needs toys and activities that are stimulating, so this seemed like
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High Tech Pet Humane Contain Electronic Dog Fence Review

High Tech Pet RX10 Receiver Collar

This summer after we found Blue in the woods behind our fenced in yard for the fifth time, we decided to try out an invisible  fence. Blue is a beagle, which makes him impervious to traditional fences (Evidence: Beagle climbing series here.) The first thing he does in the yard is check the perimeter for the smallest of openings, plotting
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