dog
It's no coincidence that a dog is a man's best friend; they're more faithful than most other animals, and more faithful than many people.
Til We Meet Again, Teddy...
Teddy. "What an adorable name I gave you, for such a charming little being who looks exactly like a miniature teddy bear." are the exact thoughts that lovingly infiltrate my mind as your little beady-eyes stare at me. It's been four years since we started our relationship and being with you has transformed my life in so many ways. Do you remember the first day I brought you home? I giggle just reminiscing on how tiny you were. You were such a character and a smart one too. I recall wondering "How in the world does this 4-month-old Maltese know how to potty on a puppy pad like that without training?!". Wow, how lucky am I to have you! You reminded me so much of myself from my childhood. Exceptionally loving and just beyond smart, out of nowhere, and so young to be it. I genuinely believe that's why you and I connected so much. You just get me.
By Ashley Moore4 years ago in Petlife
Dogs are the Best
Whilst this is about my gorgeous, crazy, wonderful, naughty, cheeky, silly dog, this post does come with a trigger warning. I won’t be going into detail at all, but there will be some mention of self-h@rm and depression. So please, feel free to skip this post if you need to.
By Rebecca Smith4 years ago in Petlife
Behind the Mask. Top Story - January 2022.
“Go get ‘em!” Tens of tiny biscuits were propelled into the air, as ten tiny faces desperately watched with crazed eyeballs, hungry and excited. Then tens of tiny paws frantically scrabbled, slipping across the laminate floor as the biscuits rained down and scattered everywhere; booty dropping from a piñata. And in ten seconds – gone.
By Clare de Lune4 years ago in Petlife
"One day when I was walking my dog..."
I used to have this dog called Lucky. He was my best friend through my teenage years. In fact, I'm not sure I would have survived growing up without him. Now, I could tell you about the time he and I got caught in a sudden snowstorm, and the drifts were reaching my waist before we were halfway home. Or I could tell you about the holidays of which he was an important part, or all the interesting dog people I met while on walks or at competitions. But I've chosen I different story. I slightly funnier one, about a monstrous swan and a whole lot of water and mud.
By Ida Stokbaek4 years ago in Petlife
The Wild Mile
Her golden fur shimmered between hues of silver and wheat as she ran, her paws flinging pebbles and dirt behind her. I crouched and slapped my thighs, bracing my body for the inevitable impact. With one last pump of her legs, she leapt up into my arms, her chin smacking into my collar bone.
By Sarah Wilson4 years ago in Petlife
Paradise Falls
Looking at the odometer, we’re probably going about 80 miles per hour, I slow it down a bit as I put my foot on the pedal. I catch my 7-month-old (at the time) Doberman’s silly, but happy face in the rearview mirror, tongue hanging out. I lower the passenger window on my right side, but Harley never really been much of a “out of the window” type of dog. Maybe she thought she was too good for it, or maybe it made her carsick to be standing close to the window like other dogs usually do. I look back at her and gave her a quick pat on her head before keeping my eyes back on the road.
By Frankie Ortiz4 years ago in Petlife
Our Rescue Pup
My granddog is a rescue. Well, okay, scratch that. If we're being completely honest, my granddog rescued herself. The details about her alleged abandonment are sketchy, and I will make if generic enough that the original owner can't come after me for making them look bad. Suffice it to say, the owner moved, and Muffin was somehow left behind. There was some sort of abuse involved at the place puppers was left at, and one day Muffin had had enough, and took off at an opportune time to see if there was a better place in the world than where she was.
By Meredith Harmon4 years ago in Petlife
Pandemic Puppy
I can hardly believe these pictures, even though I was behind the camera. Kiwi was not even a year old, a psychotic ball of energy with no attention span. Even though she has always been an amazing trail dog, this moment in itself was something that made my heart skip a beat.
By Rebeka Nguyen4 years ago in Petlife
Sham meeting Junior
Sham, a Newfoundland Labrador mix became our puppy in 2010; my husband wanted to talk to me about this puppy. The landlord at the time got it for his son to play with but quickly realized that Sham was too hyper for a little; toddler. Well, as I walked out into the backyard, all it took was one look, and that was it. Sham ran into the house and claimed us for his family. We have had a few close calls when it comes; to certain aspects of taking on a 10-month-old puppy while homeschooling the children. They were young then but, we managed to make it through.
By Tammy hopkinson4 years ago in Petlife
