Archive for the 'Outdoor Adventures ' Category
5 Tips on Walking a Reactive Dog: What I’ve Learned
Reactive Practice Group, @Jacqui Dowsett CPDT-KA, City Dog Country Dog (I’m with Walt all the way in the back as we need more space) Walter is on a long lead as we’re practicing recall constantly with him Sweet, reactive Sherm The National...
by Christy Caplan
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June 14, 2016 
Wordless Wednesday: Doxies…and Yaks?
Why do the doxies always find a place to have an adventure that’s super dangerous! Another “end of the world” picture – at Fort Stevens. Do your dogs chew yaks? Just a fun post while I create some new content...
by Christy Caplan
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June 7, 2016 
Guest Post: Roadtrips with your Four-legged friend
Our travel typically includes the beach! This week’s guest contributor is Amber Kingsley, a freelance writer who donates countless hours supporting her local shelter. She has spent most of her research and writing focused on animals; food, health and training...
by Christy Caplan
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June 3, 2016 
Walter’s Fourth Birthday: Kindness to Animals
Acts of kindness this month? Looking for ways to enrich your dog? In celebration of Walter’s birthday month I wanted to share some ideas! Place kibble or treats inside muffin tins and cover them with tennis balls – voila! puzzle...
by Christy Caplan
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May 17, 2016 
Wordless Wednesday: Competing in Nosework
I encourage anyone that competes in dog sports to attend “Mental Management Principles” with Teah – at Gentle Touch Pet Training. She travels across the country and hosts seminars! Highlights from the two-day Nosework presentation included: Principles of self-image Remember...
by Christy Caplan
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May 3, 2016 
Training tools: Harnesses, Halty’s, Headcollars
Every day the dog’s “walking” gear waits by the door. For each dog, this means something different. For Walter, this is his harness with a front clip. For Bruiser, this is his collar. And for Shermie, this is also a...
by Christy Caplan
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April 5, 2016 
A Pet for Paws: A Review Celebrating Pooper Scooper Week
A Pet for Paws: Celebrate Pooper Scooper Week (#sponsored) Country girl meets city girl this week… In celebration of Pooper Scooper week – I’m reviewing another alternative to the typical treat bag I clip on my waist before every walk...
by Christy Caplan
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March 31, 2016 
Tips for Dog Adventures in Forest Park: Guest Post
SIX TIPS FOR DOG ADVENTURERS IN FOREST PARK I’m so happy to share a post from Darcie Meihoff, FPC Board Member, this week about tips when walking your dog in Forest Park. Forest Park is a beautiful park in Portland, Oregon....
by Christy Caplan
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March 23, 2016 
Wordless Wednesday: Nosework Title #NACSW
Nosework is SUCH a fun sport. After years of hard work, we walked away with our L1NW Container title this weekend. Walter killed it! This is a Blog Hop!
by Christy Caplan
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March 15, 2016 
Zombie Apocalypse with Hounds: Tips for Survival
In celebration of the return of the Walking Dead – which we are HUGE fans of, please enjoy these Tips for Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse with your hounds: #TWD #1 Determine Your Weapon of Choice Not everyone prefers the same weapon. Whether...
by Christy Caplan
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March 13, 2016 
