Difficult Decisions

The Best Dog Ever

Who is the Best Dog Ever? Is there even such a thing? My thoughts on who was my Best Dog Ever.

Helping Your Dog Cope with Loss

“It always is harder to be left behind than to be the one to go…” ― Brock Thoene, Shiloh Autumn There’s a reason why “Fido” was a popular...

That One Dog

All dogs deserve a good home, with love and affection, but are rescues going too far when trying to save every dog? What are your thoughts?

Unexpected Goodbye: The Grieving Process

“Goodbyes are only for those who love with their eyes. Because for those who love with heart and soul there is no such thing as...

The Last

I had a few options with Sparta: listen to what she was trying to tell me, or choose to rail against reality.

Food Reactivity/Aggression: The Truth About These Behaviors

He guarded his own vomit in an effort to make sure nobody else could get at it. It was an extreme case to say the least.

Making the Tough Decisions for Your Dog

The text came a few weeks later. Jake took it upon himself to answer a question their daughter had. "Jake, can I pet you while you eat?"

I Can't Keep Him Anymore

Open letter to my dog's new owner. I wanted to keep Darwin, I really did. But things didn't work out, and I just can't keep him anymore.

Finding the Rainbow Bridge: When is it time?

Knowing when it's time to say goodbye is difficult. Our dogs depend on us to what's right, and at the right time. But when is right?

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