96% of Life on the Leash is fiction (I’ve talked about it before), but of course there are some aspects that are really real, like details about the setting. Yes, …
Pushed Beyond Your Threshold
Have you ever shouted at your spouse? Raised your voice at your kids? Been short with a family member? Snapped at your furry best friend? Of course you have. Whether …
Cat Appreciation Post
Why are people considered either a dog person or a cat person? To quote a famous meme: Why not both? I’ve dedicated my life to dogs, obviously, but dagnabbit, I …
The Key to Canine Happiness
Can a dog toy change your life? Take this simple quiz to find out: 1. Does your dog love to chase squirrels, rabbits or other yard varmints? Y/N 2. Is …
“I’m Not Going to Enjoy This”
She did it. Sort of. Olive had her annual exam, and while it didn’t come close to Millie levels of perfection, it was okay. We did a ton of muzzle …
The Book O’ Names
I’m a name junkie. Someone said that writers collect names like a crow collects curiosities and it’s so true. I have a little notebook where I stash the ones I’ve …
“Another day is dawning …”*
I ran into a former canine student and his person over the weekend while on a hike. It took the humans a few moments to recognize each other since seeing …
I Saw the Sign
Do you believe in signs? You know what I mean … you see something that you interpret as a harbinger of what’s to come, or a hint that you’re headed …
