Dog Blog

Real talk for real dogs.

Thoughtful guidance, gentle reminders, and practical insight for every stage of the mobility journey—from diagnosis to day-to-day caregiving.

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Wheelchair dog on outdoor therapy trail

March 29, 2024

Raise Your Paw

Our entryway is narrow but long enough to hold three dogs and one human holding three harnesses. Getting the dogs dressed for our walk...
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Mobility dog resting on beach trip

February 26, 2024

Let’s Stay Together

Tina Turner was one the of best cover artists of all time. I think the best example of this is her cover of the...
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Two dogs napping on dog bed

January 21, 2024

Two Steps Forward…

Andy always has to get in the last word. He’s not a particularly chatty dog (ah-hem, Half Moon) but on walks, his enthusiasm can...
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Mobility dog on desert trail hike

December 15, 2023

Now You Know

I had a feeling. You know the one, there’s something not quite right about the way your dog is moving. It’s not a limp,...
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Man and dog overlooking canyon view

November 20, 2023

Love the Dog in Front of You

I read a short but powerful post recently by dog trainer Emily Priestly. She talked about how difficult it is to realize that the...
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Andy receiving acupuncture

September 14, 2023

The Emotional Experience of Pain

Eliminating or reducing pain is one of the most under-recognized opportunities to improve your dog’s quality of life. Emotional and physical pain play a...
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Helen and Kate in the Pacific

August 28, 2023

Oceans and Mountains

Many years ago, I promised Helen that I would take her to the ocean.  I imagined that she’d love the novel smells of ocean...
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Dog in therapy session with motivational quote

May 19, 2022

Fill Your Cup

I firmly believe the Universe sends you what you need – whether you like it or not. That could be a ray of sunshine...
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Dog balancing on rehab therapy equipment

March 21, 2022

Where’s My Body?

Science is so cool. I read an article recently about a study investigating self-awareness in dogs. In prior studies, dogs didn’t recognize their reflection...
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Dog in mobility cart sniffing grass outdoors

June 21, 2021

The Devil’s Leash

I have a confession to make. Please don’t think less of me or think me a hypocrite. I had to buy it. Think of...
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