Dog Behavior Cues and Context
Now that it’s finally feeling at least a little like spring, I’ve noticed one funny thing about visual/auditory cues that get Lilly and Ginko a’ running. The big, brown UPS truck.
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Lilly, The Coon Dog
It’s time once again to add another talent to Lilly’s long list of natural abilities. First, she became a larva rancher. And, now? It seems she is a clever coon dog as well.
Fair warning … if you are at all squeamish do NOT click through and read about Lilly’s larva adventures … and if you are at all sensitive to wildlife in distress, you may want to skip this post because it’s kind of sad.
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BlogPaws Report, Part 4
Yes, I have more to share from BlogPaws. This recap covers Sunday’s somewhat unofficial events and more photos.
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BlogPaws Report, Part 3
Saturday at BlogPaws was another whirlwind. Here is an overview of the sessions I attended.
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BlogPaws Report, Part 2
Let’s continue our saga of my BlogPaws adventure with a general recap of the events I attended on day one.
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BlogPaws Report, Part 1
To call today a catch-up day after my BlogPaws adventure would fall somewhere between overly optimistic and liar-liar-pants-on-fire territory. In fact, if Tom asks me one more time if I’m caught up, I may just punch him in the nose. Let’s see … I’ve been at my desk 8 hours. I was gone 72. I’m sleep deprived. I’m awash in ideas and new pet blogger pals. And, I’m still in my PJs. So, um, no … I’m nowhere near caught up. So, please … stop … asking.
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Sleepless at BlogPaws
The bathrobes here at the Westin in Columbus are very nice. Sadly, I know this well because I didn’t get much sleep my first night at the BlogPaws (pet blogger conference). I tried. Goodness knows I tried, but a couple of things conspired against me.
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BlogPaws Adventure Begins
Well, kids … by the time you read this, I’ll be winging my way cross country on my big adventure to BlogPaws. I’ll likely Tweet parts of the event. I may gripe on Facebook to my friends there, should travel snags arise. And, if I have time, I may even blog with updates. If not, you’ll have to wait for my return to our usual blogging schedule next week.
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Hunting Season
As the recent snows recede, we’re finding all sorts of signs of animal activity that’s been brewing below. It’s no wonder I’m already having a tough time getting Lilly to come inside (a warm-weather phenomenon, for those new to her unique behavior patterns). Behold, the mighty hunter. Rabbit and vole season is well underway.
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Avoiding Travel Triggers
In an effort to avoid creating travel-related fear/worry triggers for Lilly, I’m being beyond careful in my BlogPaws planning and packing this week. I do not want Lilly to associate things like suitcases or certain changes in my behavior with me leaving. We know, already, her abilities at pattern recognition.