Dog Friendly Trails
Dog friendly hiking trails for you to explore!
Patrol log: Wednesday, March 6, 2024, approximately 6:00 AM. While on routine patrol, I received a vandalism report from the Vole family. They found traces of digging in the backyard, unrelated to their usual dirt mounds. After examining the area, I agreed that the disturbed soil in multiple areas within the fenced perimeter was unusual. […]
Contrary to what some may believe, long cold winters do not kill off ticks. Ticks can survive the winter by going dormant. Leaf debris not cleared away from the previous fall and brush areas provide insulation under the snow, which helps the ticks to survive. Then as the snow melts, and temperatures reach approximately 40º […]
Take that naysayers! You scoffed at my determination to keep my Christmas tree up past December. You rolled your eyes at my optimism that if it stayed up perhaps more gifts will be delivered. Well who’s laughing now? ME! That’s who, because it is March and we received a Christmas gift! Oh sure there is […]
It was a little past midnight. The wind was howling. The house was creaking. Mom was lying awake, as usual. As she listened to the roar outside, she thought she heard a rustling noise in the hallway. She strained to listened. What could it be? After a few moments, she heard it again. Quietly Mom […]
Attention all dogs! Today, February 29, 2024, is Leap Day! The day the Four Paws on the Floor Rule does not apply! Yep, you read that right! It isn’t an urban myth! Leap Day does exist! Approximately every four years dogs do not have to obey the Four Paws on the Floor Rule, and instead […]
Tomorrow we will all be receiving an amazing opportunity! Thanks to Leap Day, we have an extra day this year! Time and time again, in moments of tragedy or loss, or even when just dealing with the hurried pace of daily life, humans will wish, “if only I had one more day.” Well here is […]
For years now, as a renowned Dog Ufologist, I have been sharing updates on my Martian Cats Theory. During that time I have confirmed with the Polish Academy of Sciences that cats should be classified as an “invasive alien species.” I’ve also drawn the connection between the world famous Nazca Lines found in Peru, with […]
My little brother is weird. At first glance, one would assume the photo is of a dog begging for bacon. However, looks can be deceiving. Instead this is a photo of Asa waiting patiently for some of that spinach. In fact, he has no interest at all in the bacon. Yes, you read that right. […]
Yesterday Mom and Dad took an unexcused absence. I certainly did not give them permission to take the day off, and Asa is not authorized to sign-off on such things. Yet there we were home alone, while they were off gallivanting. Mom and Dad insisted that it was an “important” errand. However, I cannot imagine […]
These are the times that try dogs’ souls, and humans’ patience. Our backyard is covered in ice, and there’s snow / sleet / rain in the forecast for tomorrow with a bitter blast of cold air on tap for Saturday. Thus our outdoor playtime is limited. However, it is important to keep dogs entertained both […]