If you are a regular reader of Conestoga Chuck you know that we Home cook all the pup's meals 🙂 and that even tho we leave out a bowl of commercial dry kibble in case they get the munchies... they rarely ever touch it. Now with this new method I can say they have refused … Continue reading Homemade dog food update and a new kitchen gadget for the humans!
It snowed and it's really cold... and Conestoga Chuck is really stinky! But it's way too cold to give them a traditional bath... so what to do? Never fear!!!! I have a recipe that's inexpensive and works great at eliminating doggie odors! Better yet the dogs don't seem to mind getting a quick spritzer bath … Continue reading Doggie winter spritzer bath and household cleaner spray
The Americans with Disabilities Act, signed into law in 1990, codified the role of the Service Dog in assisting disabled Americans. The Act, which is a civil rights law, was written to help ensure that disabled Americans had the same opportunities to access public areas as any typically able person. This included requiring changes to … Continue reading Why doesn’t the U.S. have a Service Dog registry?
Over the summer I made sure to stock up on a bunch of beeswax from our local farmers market. But don't worry if you didn't think ahead and didn't stock up locally! I will post a link where you can order some online. You can also check your local craft store. I like to have … Continue reading Beeswax recipe: DIY furniture polish, doggie paw protectant, human hand and foot cream, and winter lip balm!
By Karen DiCostanzo, CPDT-KA, Certified Professional Dog Trainer Today I got a call from a pet parent concerned about her dog barking and growling at other dogs and people--especially young children--while on daily walks through their neighborhood. Understandably, she found this behavior embarrassing and perplexing. As a full-time dog trainer, I get many requests for … Continue reading Help! My Dog Growls at Kids…What Do I Do?
Skeeter had the opportunity to test out the Neater Feeder Deluxe from neaterpets.com! The problem: Skeeter is a historically messy drinker. Pools and puddles on the floor are the norm with the big guy. In the past I have handled the issue by using a five-gallon bucket filled only about 1/2 way, or placing his … Continue reading Product Review: Neater Feeder Deluxe
Thanks to media coverage that verges on hysterical, people who have been diagnosed with PTSD live under a cloud of negative imagery. The stigma attached to the diagnosis is overwhelmingly negative, and often leaves PTSD survivors fearful of even admitting they have the diagnosis. One of the tools those of us who survive with Post … Continue reading Let’s talk about stigma …
Conestoga Chuck here! Sometimes I get a bit mischievous and go for a walk-about without my human and lil bit usually goes with me. We usually don't stray far but (giggle giggle) sometimes we like to give the human a merry chase... she's putting on a bit of weight and the exercise does her good... … Continue reading Emergency leash: a handy device!
With a little planning, a lot of the stress traveling with a Service Dog could create can be averted.
Conestoga Chuck here! My human is always making things for us using her sewing machine thingy but recently she found this vintage 1950's model (all metal) toy Singer sew handy 10-20 model in the thrift store. This thing is amazing! Super easy to use and my human can sew me all kinds of dog toys … Continue reading Singer Sew Handy: a 1950’s toy that sews as good as my modern machine and perfect for RV living
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