The Liebster Award I'm honored that Rachele Baker DVM recently nominated Puppy Leaks for the Liebster award. Rachele's blog is one of my go to sources for pet health information and tips. She also just did a whole new redesign that looks amazing. … [Read more...]
Managing Arthritis – I Miss Playing Frisbee With My Dog
When Laika was diagnosed with arthritis I was upset, I'm sure the term overreacting would come to my vets mind. In my mind I thought we were doomed. I envisioned having to help her up the stairs, take slow walks, and having to help lift her up onto … [Read more...]
Nothing In Life is Free: Should Dogs Have to Earn Affection?
Laika might have to work for a lot of things in life, but my affection isn't one of them. Do you practice the Nothing in Life is Free protocol with your dog? When I first got Laika it was recommended that we adopt that philosophy for everything. I … [Read more...]
Is Your Dog a Jerk When You’re Sick?
I have the flu, and as you know it can be quite a nasty bug. It's one of those "I don't even want to change the channel" sorts of illnesses. Anything that requires effort hurts. I've been home for a few days carving out my own indentation on the … [Read more...]
I Missed the Early Signs of Arthritis In My Dog
I missed the early signs of arthritis in my dog. She was diagnosed with arthritis at the age of 3, and to say I was a bit shocked is an understatement. The signs had been there all along, but I wasn't putting them together. I just assumed they … [Read more...]
I’m Thankful For My Dog Everyday
Every day, rain or shine, my dog greets me with the same enthusiasm. Coming home is always more joyous when you've got a dog around. I'm Thankful For My Dog Everyday I work in the legal system so let's just say there's a bit of stress at work. Once … [Read more...]
Why I Only Have One Dog
I'm often asked why I only own have one dog. It's a good question, especially given my enthusiasm for all dog related topics. The truth is I wish I could own more - but my first responsibility is to Laika, my beloved canine companion that I currently … [Read more...]
Laika’s DNA Test Results Are In
So a few weeks ago I finally decided to get a Wisdom Panel test done on Laika. They were having a $10 off sale at Wisdom Panel so I finally decided to give in to my curiosity. The DNA Test Results are in, and I must say it's not exactly what I was … [Read more...]
Dog Walking Week – Mud, Snakes, & the Hippy
To spice things up for #DogWalkingWeek Laika and I decided to try out some new trails. Throughout the week we encountered many snakes, burs, bait piles, mud, and a persistent hippy that thought he could make Laika befriend his little Puggle. My … [Read more...]
I’ve Been Using The Wrong Harness
Oops, I've been using the wrong harness for years. To keep my dog from pulling I've been using a harness that makes dogs pull more (and it's ugly). She Pulls A Lot Laika uses a harness occasionally. I myself don't like using it but for some reason … [Read more...]