I'm a self-taught raw feeder. When I started this journey, the courses available today weren't an option, so I learned through raw feeding groups, blogs, and books. As a result, I have an extensive library of raw feeding and canine nutrition books that I still...
Whenever people discuss socializing their dog, some admit they take it to the dog park, pet store, and doggy daycare. During the pandemic, when these options weren't available, people kept their dogs at home, not understanding that socialization isn't solely about...
I don't often write about dog training because it's “not my lane,” but occasionally, a topic of interest catches my attention. The above graphic came through my Instagram feed, and my first reaction was, “This is dangerous!” Without the context...
I received a SpotOn GPS Fence training collar for Apollo in exchange for my honest thoughts. I originally planned to return the collar to the company because I didn't want the smoke from the dog training community. But fellow dog lovers were interested in my thoughts...
We've had dogs for nearly thirteen years. And I've made a lot of mistakes over the years: I didn't correctly socialize my dogs. I didn't encourage confidence and independence. I humanized my dogs, treating them like my babies. My lack of knowledge contributed to a...
This blog post was originally published in November 2012. It has been updated with new information and helpful videos for pet parents raising deaf dogs. With two of our dogs becoming seniors, the idea that they could lose their hearing made me want to look more into...
Kimberly Gauthier (go-tea-ay) and Rodrigo
I'm a passionate writer in the Pacific Northwest who loves all things dogs. I share what I'm learning as I attempt to crack the code to longevity. Keep the Tail Wagging is a blog dedicated to the dog who inspired this journey: Rodrigo Gauthier - March 2010 - September 2023.
