Reading to Dogs Programs Reading ability has a significant impact on all areas of academic learning. Poor reading skills at an early age can lead to lower self-esteem, underachievement, a dislike of school and an increased risk of dropping out. Students who struggle with reading benefit from individual reading instruction and extra reading time. (see sources below) While … [Read more...] about Dogs Helping Children Read
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Top Dog Books
Top Dog Books Our Experts, Trainers, Vets, Friends and Blog Hop Pals share their research, tips, stories and photographs in these must read books! We thought it would be fun to aggregate a list for Wordless Wednesday. Please add your book if we have missed it, as we will update regularly. Train Your Dog … [Read more...] about Top Dog Books
Rescue Dogs Rock! – Homeward Bound Rescue & Linzy
Rescue Dogs Rock! First good news - We are now an approved Foster Family for Homeward Bound Rescue (HBR). Woohoo- can't wait. HBR is a volunteer-run, foster home-based rescue in Ontario. that rescues brachycephalic (flat faced breeds) such as Bulldogs, Pugs, and Boxers. Second good news - Today we spent the afternoon with lovely Linzy and Reta working on our Rescues … [Read more...] about Rescue Dogs Rock! – Homeward Bound Rescue & Linzy
Happy Canada Day!
Happy Canada Day! Have fun and be safe. … [Read more...] about Happy Canada Day!
Dealing with Loss
Dealing with Loss of Your Dog I lost my lovely Isabelle just over 2 years ago at almost 16, and have recently had several friends lose their dogs. Given that many of us consider our dogs family members and have an such a close bond with them, this loss can be extremely difficult. It is important not to ignore or feel ashamed of feelings of intense grief. Be patient with … [Read more...] about Dealing with Loss