It’s the early mornings when I naturally have the motivation to go for long walks. It’s not because I am a morning person, it’s because there’s something about accomplishing a long run and returning home after 10 or 15 miles before anyone else has even gotten out of bed. The earlier I can accomplish this, …
I browse through the pet sections of Craigslist pretty often. I visit pet rescue sites every time I’m online, and I even read the pet classifieds section of the newspaper. I think to myself what dogs would fit in well with my lifestyle and with my current animals. I can’t help it. I always want …
My dog tends to get too excited during agility – he barks and sometimes nips.
Having now lived with Dogs for over 18 years, I am amazed at all I have learned along the way. I just wish I knew when I was younger what I know now. The first dog I had lived to a great age of 16 years, but he sure had his fair share of problems …
Women Like Sports was the winner of my February comment contest. Apryl DeLancey got to choose the animal shelter or rescue where That Mutt will make a donation. Apryl chose the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals in Los Angeles and volunteered to match my $20 donation. “Readers from all over can feel …
Anyone who visits this blog knows I love outdoor dog photos. Now’s your chance to show off the best outdoor pictures of your dog. They will be published on That Mutt every Sunday for the month of March. They can be whatever you want – snow pictures, beach pictures, group shots, action shots, agility or …
It’s time for another 30-day challenge. This one is different than previous challenges, because there won’t be a whole lot to say about my progress. That’s why I want all of you to participate and walk 50 or 100 miles with your dog in March. Think you can do it? All you have to do …
When Kodiak tore a muscle in his back leg, it cost the Siberian husky’s owners $10,000 to fix. That included the initial vet visit, anesthesia, x-rays and surgery. Megan Casto ended up paying for the treatment out of pocket. Well, with credit cards. “It was not an easy thing to pay for it, but we …
There is a male pit bull terrier in one of the Fargo-area pounds scheduled to be euthanized soon if no one saves him today (Tuesday). 02/25/09 edit: The pitbull was saved and has a foster home lined up! The fact that this dog is a pitbull means his chances of being rescued are slim even …
Before you meet a local pet sitter, make sure you take plenty of time to plan ahead. Don’t wait until right before you leave for a trip. You will be rushed and will settle for the first option.