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Save the Snout: Discoid Lupus – The Diagnosis

I am a firm believer in knowledge is power. Although its been a bit of an emotional roller coaster for the past few days, I wanted to share with you the what I am learning about Canine Discoid Lupus Erythematosus (DLE). On July 14, 2022, my sweet husky girl was diagnosed with this lifelong disease….

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Fireworks and Dogs: 7 dog tips on the 4th of July

It’s almost that time of year! A time where families and friends get together for food and fun as we celebration this Nation’s Independence Day. However, what about our fur babies? It’s it’s not without its stressors. Fireworks and dogs often don’t mix.  Fireworks can scare your dog and create unnerving behavior issues. It’s not…

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For the love of travel: one big world, one little dog

For 46 years, I have traveled the globe with my family.  For the love of travel, I take a little stuffed dog with me everywhere I go named Bruno the Dog Prop.  History of my love of travel From the very beginning, my life has been spent in an airplane. Adopted from Thailand in 1976,…

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Newbie Tips for Running with Your Dog

Running with your dog: Get inspired! I must admit.  Over the past few years COVID hasn’t been too kind to me. When your life is stuck indoors – working a day job, crafting at night and the only exercise you get is walking to the kitchen, you pack on the pounds. We made the best…

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7 Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day with your Dog

Valentine’s Day with your dog? Why not? Valentine’s Day, also called Saint Valentine’s Day or Feast of the Saint Valentines is a day to celebrate love.  It’s a day to show your significant other how much you care. Flowers, dinner, presents…the works! Your dogs also deserve a special Valentine’s day treat. My two girls are…

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Surviving Craft Shows: Lesson Learned My First Year

It’s been a fun, adventurous year of growing, learning and making. Canine Crazies began this little adventure November 2020. As life started opening up from the pandemic, so did opportunities. Although I was nervous, scared and unsure of myself, I decided to take the reigns and dive into in-person craft shows. I learned so much…

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10 Reasons to be Thankful for Dogs

Thanksgiving: A day to be thankful for dogs and your family Today is one of my favorite times of year. Not only am I thankful for dogs, it’s the time where we slow it down, cook delicious food and spend time with family. As a national holiday honored every 4th Thursday in November, it a…