Author Archives: mistiehale28

A lot of people cringe when you say dog mom or refer to your dogs as your kids or when you say you’re a parent. I’m in the unique space of being an actual human parent, and dog guardian. I understand both children and dogs are a huge commitment.I did not get Holy into theContinue reading “Dog mom, dog owner, dog guardian, mom/dog mom”

We are always looking for those must have Dog items that are reasonably priced. For the dog owner finding items on a budget is a big deal. Even items that you just really enjoy or do not necessarily need but definitely will use and will purchase. They must be reasonably priced and have good qualityContinue reading “Finding dog items on a budget”

I do not understand people who have dogs and say that when the dog passes away, they will never have another dog. It’s hard for me to understand that people do not comprehend when first adopting or getting a dog that at one point in time these dogs will no longer be with us. MostContinue reading “Saying goodbye”

People seem to overlook Dog‘s needs for exercise. I understand they’re little they don’t eat as much as humans and you think how much exercise can they possibly need? Dogs really do need exercise for multiple reasons. First of all you need to think about what type of dog you have. Different types of dogsContinue reading “Exercise four dogs”

of anxiety. Going from mild to severe.i’ve only… I had one sheltie who did not have anxiety. People would tell me oh that’s normal shelties just are anxious. No they are not. I couldn’t find resources or anyone who knew what to do to help my dogs. They would be so scared of everything everyone.Continue reading “Anxiety journey”

Why on earth would someone rehome their dog. Well, I can say. Illness, death, financial disaster, homelessness, abuse, there are many reasons that are very acceptable to rehome a dog. Yes, I understand a dog is a lifelong commitment and I believe it should be taken very seriously but there are some times when rehomingContinue reading “Rehoming”

I was never a podcast person. I thought they were weird and boring. A friend of mine started listening to podcast regularly and I got a brilliant idea to look and see if I could find a dog podcast. And that was the end! I became a true podcast fanatic. Their dog stole their breakfast.Continue reading “I love dog podcast”

A few years ago when I got into poodles I discovered a cozy mystery series about a woman who solves mysteries and has poodles. That got me hooked on the cozy mystery field. Not only that it got me hooked on dog books.I did not know cozy mysteries even existed and the fact that theyContinue reading “I love dog books”

Enrichment is a big topic for me I’m always looking for fun things to do with my dogs. I thought I would share some of the ways that I stimulate my dogs both mentally and physically.of course going to training class is my favorite. I alternate taking my dogs to obedience training and some ofContinue reading “Enrichment”

Years ago I always wondered why people could not embrace balance in their lives. People referred to themselves as mommy to their dog. I thought those were misguided eccentric people. I always said I would realize the balance and make sure I kept it all in check. My dog was my dog my kid wasContinue reading “Dog mom crazy dog lady or just dog crazy!”