Dogs
by Carrie Boyko, CEB
Things at the All Things Dog Blog household are a little out of sync this week. With a family member in the hospital, we're caring for another dog. Add an additional pet to the household and suddenly all H breaks out. Well, maybe that's an exaggeration, but it's not far off.
Oliver is confused by the sudden and unexpected addition to our family and he's been quite vocal as a result. The photo at left is perfect for today's post, don't you think?
It's on days like this when everyone is trying to figure out where they fit in that I find myself wondering how I might bond with the group, and help them bond further with one another.
It's funny. They seem to have already figured out that they can work together as a team to alert me to events. When neighborhood dogs go by or a delivery arrives, I get an alert from the two little guys, which is followed up by a confirmation from Tanner. His voice may be deeper, but the two small ones make far more noise.
Today, in an effort to get a few minutes of quiet to work on an article, I sat down on the floor with all the dogs joining me to see what was up. Obviously not me. Oddly enough, this had an unexpected effect; they all calmed a bit and seemed to become a group. No longer were they 3 dogs who each had their own agenda. We were a family unit--including our added guest--if only for a brief time.
Even as our guest, Jacque, had spent much of the day prodding our 15 year old senior kitty, Patches, to play with him, he finally gave that effort a rest and allowed her to join us for a few minutes of group QUIET. I quickly took note and decided that I will use this approach to bonding more often. What a joy it was to lie on the floor and have all 3 dogs and our kitty each languishing near me in relaxation mode without any effort to get anything from one another. No play, no pestering, nada. Try it, and report in. I'd love to hear how your furry family responds.
Before I close this edition of the Weekly Wag, I'd like to leave you with last week's link, in case you missed it due to the Easter holiday: Dog BFF's--Helping Your Pups Bond.
Join us each week for the Weekly Wag bonding series, held during the Saturday Pet Blogger Hop. The hop is
hosted by Life with Dogs, Two Little Cavaliers, and Confessions of the Plume. You are welcome to link up here, or check any of their sites for their rules of participation. Happy hopping!
- Pet Care By And For Seniors
by Carrie Boyko, CEB © AllThingsDogBlog.com Bacon and Eggs for Breakfast A Saturday Tradition that Jacque is Celebrating! As some of you may be aware, I have been caring for my mother's dog, Jacque, for much of 2013. He has integrated into our routines...
- What's Your Dog's Favorite Rub?
by Carrie Boyko, CEB © AllThingsDogBlog.com Ear Massage, AhhhhEvery dog has one. Maybe it's that special spot right behind his ears, or possibly the belly rub is her ultimate joy. What about that spot that makes 1 foot do a kickety-kick? Some dogs...
- Dogs And Music: Does Your Dog Enjoy A Serenade?
by Carrie Boyko, CEB courtesy m.n. Marc Serenades a FriendMy dogs sometimes surprise me in the things they apparently enjoy. For example, when I play an audio book in the car they clearly seem to be soothed by the narrator's voice telling the story....
- Life + Dog Magazine: Bonding With Fido Made Easy!
by Carrie Boyko, CEB Some people just have a way about them. The publishers of Life+Dog are definitely on this list. Each and every time I've met with Brett and Ryan I find their enthusiasm contagious. What a joy it is to spend time with people...
- Weekly Wag: Fulfilling Your Dog's Bucket List
by Carrie Boyko, CEB © AllThingsDogBlog.com Tanner Thrives on Outdoor Activities Thank you all for your patience while I have been away from my duties here. With a son getting married and the Barkworld Expo trip immediately following, I've...
Dogs
Pet Bonding Inspiration: Where Do You Find It?
by Carrie Boyko, CEB
 |
| © AllThingsDogBlog.com iBark. Do you? |
Oliver is confused by the sudden and unexpected addition to our family and he's been quite vocal as a result. The photo at left is perfect for today's post, don't you think?
It's on days like this when everyone is trying to figure out where they fit in that I find myself wondering how I might bond with the group, and help them bond further with one another.
It's funny. They seem to have already figured out that they can work together as a team to alert me to events. When neighborhood dogs go by or a delivery arrives, I get an alert from the two little guys, which is followed up by a confirmation from Tanner. His voice may be deeper, but the two small ones make far more noise.
Today, in an effort to get a few minutes of quiet to work on an article, I sat down on the floor with all the dogs joining me to see what was up. Obviously not me. Oddly enough, this had an unexpected effect; they all calmed a bit and seemed to become a group. No longer were they 3 dogs who each had their own agenda. We were a family unit--including our added guest--if only for a brief time.
Before I close this edition of the Weekly Wag, I'd like to leave you with last week's link, in case you missed it due to the Easter holiday: Dog BFF's--Helping Your Pups Bond.
- Pet Care By And For Seniors
by Carrie Boyko, CEB © AllThingsDogBlog.com Bacon and Eggs for Breakfast A Saturday Tradition that Jacque is Celebrating! As some of you may be aware, I have been caring for my mother's dog, Jacque, for much of 2013. He has integrated into our routines...
- What's Your Dog's Favorite Rub?
by Carrie Boyko, CEB © AllThingsDogBlog.com Ear Massage, AhhhhEvery dog has one. Maybe it's that special spot right behind his ears, or possibly the belly rub is her ultimate joy. What about that spot that makes 1 foot do a kickety-kick? Some dogs...
- Dogs And Music: Does Your Dog Enjoy A Serenade?
by Carrie Boyko, CEB courtesy m.n. Marc Serenades a FriendMy dogs sometimes surprise me in the things they apparently enjoy. For example, when I play an audio book in the car they clearly seem to be soothed by the narrator's voice telling the story....
- Life + Dog Magazine: Bonding With Fido Made Easy!
by Carrie Boyko, CEB Some people just have a way about them. The publishers of Life+Dog are definitely on this list. Each and every time I've met with Brett and Ryan I find their enthusiasm contagious. What a joy it is to spend time with people...
- Weekly Wag: Fulfilling Your Dog's Bucket List
by Carrie Boyko, CEB © AllThingsDogBlog.com Tanner Thrives on Outdoor Activities Thank you all for your patience while I have been away from my duties here. With a son getting married and the Barkworld Expo trip immediately following, I've...