Dog Language

So often we interpret dog behavior through our human thoughts and experiences.  But dogs do not communicate using our language.  Canine language consists of a large variety of signals using body, face, ears, tail, sounds, movement, and complex expression.  If we study the signals dogs use with each other, we increase our ability to communicate …

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Plan. Prepare. Be a Conscious Companion.

There are many reasons to have a travel kit prepared for your animal companions: from evacuation during an emergency, to vet trips, to a day at the beach.  But, often we don’t think of all the items we need to include in that kit.  In the United States alone, 61% of animal guardians travel with …

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Fall Leaves Frenzy!

All animals, except man, know that the principal business of life is to enjoy it. ~ Samuel Butler