Raising Rumble – 6 Months Old Already!
I decided to take both kids on a walk around Newport Back Bay today since it was such a beautiful day. I don’t normally walk them together because it’s just easier to walk them separately. Rowdy’s actually very good on a leash with the exception of a squirrel or...
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Do You Recognize This Plant?
It’s a common, ornamental succulent used in drought tolerant gardens all over Southern California. It’s a beautiful, hearty plant that grows well in a variety of soils. It’s called "Sticks on Fire". The "Sticks on Fire" plant, known as Euphorbia tirucalli, is a member...
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Raising Rumble – It’s Not All Cuteness and Puppy Breath!
When you’re raising a puppy the absolute most important tool you need is . . . wait for it . . . patience!! Let me give you an example: My day started at 4 am when Rowdy barfed on the bed. I also realized that the cold I was getting had now fully kicked in and I had...
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Raising Rumble
On January 2nd we welcomed a new member to our family. 8-week-old Australian shepherd puppy, “Rumble”! Now, I consider myself somewhat of an expert at raising puppies, but that doesn’t mean it’s not still a lot of hard work!! So, here’s what my new year looks like so...
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You Don’t Want a Dog That Thinks, What You Want is a Dog That Listens To Commands
I once overheard another dog trainer telling his client that, “you don’t want a dog that thinks, what you want is a dog that listens to commands.” While I agree that dogs should listen when we ask them to do something, dogs are far from being robots. Sometimes it’s...
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Just Say “No” to The Nose-to-Nose!
As cities become increasingly dog friendly, we’re beginning to see more and more facilities and activities that invite well-behaved dogs to accompany their owners on outings. For those of us with four legged doggie friends that’s good news! However, as with most good...
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