Oakley Makes a Splash, NADD

Oakley brought home two ribbons today for her qualifying jumps toward a NADD/AKC dock jumping title.  We had a great day at Thirsty Farmer Brew Works. Nice convenient grounds, clean bathrooms and decent food for lunch. There are a lot of organizations out there but...

Zoom Groom for the Win

I admit it, I don’t brush my dogs as much as I should. Regular brushing really does do wonders for supporting the skin and coat. But life is busy around here, and that’s a big reason I still prefer the wash and wear sort of dogs for my personal dogs. ...

Annie Oakley goes Dock Jumping

A week or so ago I decided on a whim to enter Oakley into a dock diving competition. I knew she would love it, but we basically did nothing to prepare for it. She has had a ton of retrieve work on land and has amazing drive and go… But we have only taken...

Raya the Golden gets some Quail

Everyone me Raya, a Golden Retriever who’s been coming for private lessons to work on her hunt and obedience skills. Her owners acquired her at about 8 months old and have hopes of making her a hunting dog as well as a beloved family pet. She can be a bit shy by...

Bubble Fun | Syrius Dog

Bubbles are a great little enrichment idea for your pups.  They are cheap and readily available, you could even simply make your own. Heaven knows we aren’t going to the store for non essential these days. 😷 Luna has always been a huge fan, and even at 12 years...

My favorite tool for puppyhood | Syrius Dog

My favorite tool when it comes to puppies is a leash/long line. Basically for those first 4-6 months if my pup is out of the crate they are on some sort of leash or line, even indoors. Indoors it provides an easy way to grab them to run them outside to potty,...