by Marcie Davis | Feb 4, 2010 | Service Dogs
Nutrition is such an important issue for us and our dogs. I have been reading Dr. Fuhrman’s book Eat to Live and as I contemplate my own dietary choices, I can’t help but be concerned with Whistle’s diet. Whistle has been eating the same commercial, traditional dog...
by Marcie Davis | Jan 27, 2010 | Service Dogs, Training, Public Interaction
I don’t know about you, but I am starting to get Spring Fever. We just had over six inches of snow this past week in Santa Fe; however, I am already looking forward to the days of planting and the rewards of beautiful dessert flowers and fresh vegetables from the...
by Marcie Davis | Jan 20, 2010 | Training, Dog Food & Nutrition, Doggie Healthcare
I have to say that I was so strict with my first dog, Ramona, regarding treats. The agency that trained her really frowned upon treats and instructed me that she needed to work for me based on praise rather than treats. It made sense because they argued that if her...
by Marcie Davis | Jan 18, 2010 | Service Dogs, Equipment & Supplies, Training
We really enjoy watching professional dog trainers work their dogs. I am amazed at how they can command their dog’s attention and maintain a level of control over their dog’s head through the use of a leash and collar. As a wheelchair user, handling a dog can be...
by Marcie Davis | Jan 4, 2010 | Service Dogs, Aging Dogs
As 2010 begins, I feel like the luckiest girl in the world because I am living with two service dogs, Morgan and Whistle. Morgan is retired and I am so thankful he has made it through another year. He turns 12 on May 1, 2010 and I know his remaining time on this earth...
