When's the best time of day to train your dog?
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Health Tip: Planning for the End – Pt 3, Grieving
Natasha 08/10/2021 Two weeks before crafting this final section, our fifteen-year-old Samoyed Natasha’s mobility issues got worse. She started having difficulty getting up from laying on the floor, started walking slower, her rear legs would slide out from underneath her, and she’d intermittently walk kind of sideways like a crab on our twice-daily walks. We’d…
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Health Tip: Planning for the End – Pt 2, The Downhill Side
Dogs don’t know that feeling unwell is not normal. Be mindful and see the veterinarian when you first see changes. Ask yourself how much money you’re willing to spend. Canine healthcare is very advanced; it can add up – and quickly. Exercise is good for arthritis. It keeps joints lubricated and keeps muscle toned to…
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Health Tip: Planning for the End – Pt 1, When Is It Time?
At this writing, I’m wrestling with this tough decision myself. I never thought my dog’s mobility decline would lead me here. She has autoimmune issues and decreased kidney function, and I thought those diseases would eventually inform my decision. Questions to ask yourself: Has her vet monitored her health and prescribed therapies that (until now)…
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