The 10th annual World Dog Surfing Championship was held Saturday at Linda Mar Beach, drawing thousands of spectators to watch dogs of nearly every breed and size compete on surfboards along the Northern California coast. The event began in 2006 as the Small Wave Surf Dog Competition, organized by TCB Cafe Publishing and later sponsored…
It is slim pickens today. The last week has been loaded with chaos, from work on our house to a water heater issue, Gramma not feeling well, and Sunday Olivia had a trial up north. I was along for the ride and the only thing of interest I could find is this green fire hydrant….
Throughout history, we have seen a number of new dog breeds spring up as a result of crossbreeding. These designer breeds have been bred to bring the best of both worlds together. Breeders hope these crossbreeds inherit the best traits from each of the parent dogs. One such dog is the adorable Maltese mix Shih…
When most dog owners hear the word enrichment, they think of puzzle feeders, snuffle mats, or a stuffed Kong. These tools are great, but here’s the truth: enrichment isn’t the toy or the activity itself – it’s the positive change that activity creates in your dog’s welfare. A dog doesn’t experience enrichment because we buy…
Are you thinking about getting a new puppy, specifically one covered in speckles and spots? Different types of dogs all have unique personalities to accompany their incredible coat, but which pooch will seamlessly fit into your lifestyle? This list of the 23 best spotted dog breeds will take you through different spotty dog breeds as…
MILO – VA Meet adoptable deaf/vision impaired Heeler mix Milo who is looking for a loving forever home with someone who will cherish him, become his new best friend and always keep him safe.  Milo is a 6 year old neutered male and a sweat heart. He is deaf and visually impaired. He maps…
Isn’t it amazing how your dog seems to pick up on every little change in your mood? Yet, somehow, you miss the signs that they’re upset. Dogs can’t sit you down for a heart-to-heart when something’s bothering them, but they’re definitely telling you. Dogs may not speak human language, but their body language says it…
Whenever I say I don’t enjoy dog training, it surprises some people because they think my Dachshunds are very well behaved. Let me clarify: I very much enjoy teaching my dogs life skills, but I am not interested in teaching obedience for obedience sake. I want to be able to hike without my Dachshund pulling…
Nighttime Nuzzles in Costa Rica Issue 99 • Travel • by Jane Thomas There is nothing more rewarding than gaining the love of a dog. By Jane Thomas We weren’t supposed to land in San Jose, Costa Rica, a few days before the city shut down for Easter. That is, I forgot to check –…
Bowser Goes to Banff Issue 99 • Travel • by Jane Cassie A Fido-Friendly Mountain Adventure By Jane Cassie There are fringe benefits to being a dog owner. Along with free kisses, surprise wake-up calls, and the occasional sock theft, you also get a personal trainer who never skips leg day. Especially when hiking the…
