This November as our thoughts turn towards turkey, I am here to debunk a long held myth about this bird. Sorry turkeys, but Benjamin Franklin wasn’t that into you! For years the myth that Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be on the official seal of the United States has been repeated at Thanksgiving celebrations. […]
If serving my meals exactly one hour late isn’t insult enough, last night Mom gave me the wrong bowl for dinner! Now to be honest, I was very excited to see that it wasn’t my usual slow feeder bowl, that I wolfed down Asa’s meal before Mom realized her mistake. However, after the mere seconds […]
While Asa was busy distracting Mom and Dad with his silly versions of punk songs at Pawtuckaway State Park, I, the renowned Dog Ufologist, was making yet another earth shattering discovery! I found proof of Aliens and Bigfoot’s erratic behavior! After posing for a photo by one of the glacial erratics, I spotted something very […]
Tune in for an inspiring livestream event and chance to help animals in need at the NHSPCA’s online Auction for the Animals! This isn’t just another doggone virtual event, the New Hampshire SPCA’s annual auction is a gala fundraiser! Bid on stunning collectibles, breathtaking trips, unforgettable experiences, and more in both their livestream and online […]
Asa here. In the past I’ve written song parodies in rock, pop, country, and even a few holiday classics. Today I’m expanding my range by dabbling in punk. Recently while on a hike at Pawtuckaway State Park, I was reminded of the Ramone’s classic, “Rockaway Beach.” So I began singing… 1,2,3,4! Squeakin’ out a rhythm […]
Consisting of over 32 miles of trails, Pawtuckaway State Park in Nottingham, New Hampshire is a popular place to go hiking. However, before you bring your pup, you need to be familiar with the dog rules. Dogs are allowed on-leash on the TRAILS ONLY from May 1 – September 30. Dogs are NOT permitted at […]
Today, November 1st, is opening day for deer hunting in Maine. With so many dogs taking their families outside to enjoy the many hiking trails Maine has to offer, it is important to remember that the majority of the Dog Friendly Trails reviewed here by Living with a Golden also allow hunting. Therefore, before heading out […]
It is the moment everyone has been waiting for, or at least Asa’s been waiting for all year, our big Halloween costume reveal for 2021! Oh sure you probably recognize these costumes from last year, but with ones so perfect for our personalities can you blame us for reusing them? “If you go down to […]
Chirp…chirp…chirp… ‘Tis the wind and nothing more… Quoth the Golden, “Nevermore!” Gather round my friends, and I will share with you my cautionary tale of my descent into madness. It all began just like any other day. Mom and Dad headed out, and Asa and I were settling in for our morning nap. That’s when […]
I’m sure you’ve heard of the Loch Ness Monster, or “Nessie” as her friends call her. She is the elusive sea serpent that inhabits Scotland’s Loch Ness. But did you know Maine also has a mysterious monster swimming off of our shores too? In fact reports of suspicious sea serpent sightings have spanned hundreds of […]
