Archive for the 'Outdoor Adventures ' Category
Recall: Practice Makes Perfect
Walter on his long lead and ready to train! Tips for how to begin recall training! This is a work in progress with Walter (three years old). Shermie (eight years old) and Bruiser (12 years old) have decent recall but...
by Christy Caplan
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March 7, 2016 
Wordless Wednesday: Nosework with Walt
This is a Blog Hop! Read more about other Nosework adventures!
by Christy Caplan
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March 1, 2016 
Book Review: A Trifecta of Stellar Dog Novels
*Bruiser helped with the review of these three books… These are the three novels I devoured over the past few months: What The Dog Knows by Cat Warren -It’s not just because I’m into Nosework that I’m recommending this book to...
by Christy Caplan
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February 21, 2016
Nosework: Passed the Anise Odor Recognition Test!
Nosework practice kits…yes, those are pizza boxes. About five years ago, I discovered Nosework. I finally found an activity my reactive dog, Shermie, could participate in without the stress of being in a class with other dogs. I was...
by Christy Caplan
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January 24, 2016 
LOST: On the Salmon River Trail
Has this ever happened to you when you’re hiking with your dogs? This is a true story followed by some important tips about what to do if this happens to you: From how I imagine Shermie felt… So, we...
by Christy Caplan
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January 20, 2016 
Gold Paws Series Coats: 5 out of 5 stars
Since Walter is the one wearing the coat – I’m staring with his .02 about the features and the fact that this coat keeps him from getting soaking wet. Jacket Review -Walter’s POV: No Velcro. This is my favorite part...
by Christy Caplan
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December 27, 2015 
21 Days of Rain: K-9 Nosework is a MUST for Busy Dogs
*If you want to learn more about K-9 Nosework, please sign up to receive alerts when I post as this will be an ongoing topic I would describe Walter as a busy dog. Nosework saves us during these wet, winter...
by Christy Caplan
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December 21, 2015 
Salmon River Trail: A Rainy Afternoon Hike
After almost 20 days of straight rain we had one almost partially dry day and took advantage of it. A big hike with all three dogs at the Salmon River Trail in Welches, Oregon. The scenery was delicious and the...
by Christy Caplan
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December 19, 2015 
Beyond Squeaky Toys: A Review & Quick Tips
I attended a workshop hosted by a local Portland Vet Specialist that focused on behavior last week. Authors Nicole Nicassio-Hiskey of the Oregon Zoo and Cinthia Alia Mitchell from Doggone Fun! Doggy Daycare Center wrote a book about dog and cat enrichment as...
by Christy Caplan
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December 13, 2015 
My Dog’s Yelp Review: Our Trip on Mt. Hood
The pack: Bruiser: 12 year old doxie, nickname Bruisy or “the warrior” Walter: 3 year old doxie, nickname Walty or “monster” Shermie: 8 year old beagle/basset hound or a.k.a. “crazy mixed breed” Bruiser: “Highs but more lows” — Well, we...
by Christy Caplan
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December 6, 2015 
