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Puppy pain
We have a new puppy living with us, which means it’s like we have a newborn baby again, with the difference being that instead of filling bottles, I’m filling tracheas. 🤮
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The great dog-off
This past week we had two dogs stay with us on two separate nights as a way to find out which one would be the best match for our family. Pup Idol. Dogvivor. The Bark-chelor. House of Paws. You get the idea. It was a bit of a surreal speed dating experience but super valuable,…
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Every day is great for a dog
The winter months in Scotland can be dark and depressing, even for the most cheerful of us. It can feel hard to get out of bed when there is less than seven hours of daylight. But that’s the great thing about having a dog. Weather and light don’t phase them. Any day that includes a…
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Dogs love Scotland
Scotland is so-so for humans but heaven on earth for dogs. The weather is cold and wet all the time. Perfect for animals with a thick coat of fur. There are streams, fields, trails, and mud. Lots of mud. And very little pavement. Perfect for animals who like to roam. There are lots of squirrels…
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The year of the dog
We now own a dog. We are now “dog owners”. Our house now has a distinct dog owner smell that we cannot detect but others certainly can. We are out first thing in the morning and in the evening with the other dog owners and are now recognized as “one of us” instead of “one…
