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...
Dogs are known for their unique ways of communicating with their owners, and one common behavior that many dog owners experience is their pet placing a paw on them. Depending on the context and the dog's personality, this action can have various meanings. The...
Selecting the right stuffed dog toys can provide endless entertainment and comfort to your dog. I couldn't have stuffed dog toys in the house for years because Rodrigo would destroy them in five seconds. Today, I have dogs that love playing with stuffed dog toys and...
I am not a dog trainer or behaviorist. If you have issues with your littermates, please get in touch with a professional dog trainer for guidance. Working with a trainer made raising littermates easier for us. When I was researching adopting littermate puppies, all I...
Walking my dogs is the best part of my day because our walks are my main exercise. Our walks allow me to unwind from the day and boost my mental health. Plus, I love this uninterrupted time with my dogs. I find it fascinating watching them explore as we walk. Most of...
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays. We spend the morning walking the dogs and the afternoon with family. Every year, we go around the table, and each person shares something they're grateful for – for me, it's my dogs. And I know I'm not alone. Here are...
If you are having behavior challenges with your dog, please seek the help of a qualified, positive-based dog trainer. I am a dog nutrition blogger, not a dog trainer, and I cannot offer advice or recommendations. Years ago, Rodrigo bit me. It was my fault....
I originally shared my thoughts on racism on June 8, 2020, shortly after the rioting began around the world. After two years of learning a lot about my fellow Americans, our political system, and the media, I'm revisiting my thoughts. Not much has changed, but my eyes...
I love gardening (vegetables and flowers), and I'm eagerly waiting for the day when I can head off to the nursery to get seeds and starts for my raised vegetable garden. Until I can get started, I'm looking for pet-safe houseplants that are easy to grow. Despite years...
When we switch our dogs to raw, we expect a lot of changes beyond an improvement in our dogs' health. I expected shiny coats, less doggy smell, no issues with fleas, and no grass burning when they go potty. Raw feeding held up to the hype. But urine grass burns are a...
Did you hear what the Pope said about pet parents? I had to search a little to find an article that was more focused on his comments than how offensive they were – pet parents are mad – so, let's discuss. “In a report made by Fox News, Pope Francis...
Over the past few months of living through a pandemic, I've seen people excitedly share pics of their new puppy and others warning people not to bring the puppy home now because we will all be returning to work. The decision to adopt a puppy shouldn't be made on a...
Last week, Rodrigo was pepper-sprayed and the incident brought so many emotions for me and I needed Johan to talk me down and get to a better place and once I was sure that Rodrigo was okay, I started drafting a blog post in my head. Why My Dog Was Pepper Sprayed A...
This week, Western Washington will hit 100-degree temps. When I saw the weather report, I jumped in my car and visited several stores – all were out of kiddie pools. So I turned to social media to get ideas on ways that I can keep our dogs cool on hot days and...
This blog post discusses the electric dog fencing system, a controversial topic that triggers some dog lovers. Please take the time to read it fully before commenting. Thank you. When it comes to social media, there are topics that can destroy your reputation and...
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.
