Dog Friendly Trails
Dog friendly hiking trails for you to explore!
Hats for Every Occasion
Little Orphan Annie sang, “You’re never full dressed without a smile!” I agree that a smile completes every outfit. However, since today is National Hat Day, I’d like to add that a hat also makes a good accessory for any occasion. For example, it is the perfect thing to wear if you’re headed out to […]
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Golden Tail Wags Awards 2026
Awards show season is here! Time for the lowest budgeted one of them all – The Golden Tail Wags Awards! Now in its 9th year, we have a great show planned for you, where we celebrate the weird and wonderful things seen while on adventures last year. So get ready to giggle, grin and groan! […]
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Our First Adventure 2015
Over the years we have shared very detailed trail reviews. Angel Chuck Billy explained the dog rules, outlined the paw friendly route we took on trail networks, gave recommendations on the difficulty level, and even provided the occasional history lesson. He did none of this for the first adventure he shared on Living with a […]
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Celebrating 11 Years of Living with a Golden
Eleven years ago on January 12, 2015, my brother introduced himself to the world with the following: “Hi, I’m Chuck Billy. I’m a Golden Retriever who started this blog because two important things are happening at the end of this month. First, I’m turning three years old. And second, I’m getting a puppy. Oh sure my […]
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One Dog, Two Breakfasts, Big Disappointment
It all happened so quickly. I could barely believe my eye. It was everything Angel Chuck Billy dreamed about. What any dog dreams about really. Yet as soon as I comprehended what was happening, it was stopped! I was almost served not just two breakfasts, but two breakfasts at the same time! This morning began […]
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Fungi, Just Go Away
Good news! I had my recheck with my internal medicine doctor, and she is very optimistic that the anti-fungal pills are working! Although I’m still honking like a goose, it isn’t as often. And the nose cannon is also firing less. More importantly the ooze from my nose is more often clear than a mucus […]
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Have You Seen My Reindeer
Well this is awkward. Has anyone seen my reindeer? He answers to the name of Rudolph, and may or may not be the actual reindeer who helps Santa. That is one of a few theories as to why he has gone missing from my home. Oh deer, oops I mean oh dear, let me explain… […]
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Woogling while Wassailing
Yesterday was Twelfth Night, the eve before the end of the 12 Days of Christmas. Years ago on this date Angel Chuck Billy began a family tradition, based on Anglo-Saxon folklore, of wassailing our apple trees with cider, song, and toast, in the hopes of a bountiful harvest. According to his research, the purpose of […]
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Worth Every Penny
Many folks have been asking, so without further ado, it is time for Dad’s Christmas gift reveal! For those who are new to this tradition, Dad has a history of giving Mom practical gifts. In the past he has given Mom toilet seats (he’d want me to emphasize they weren’t just any toilet seats, but […]
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Step Away from the Tree
Whoa! Slow down there! Step away from the tree! Before you take down the decorations remember that we are still within the 12 Days of Christmas, which began on December 26th and runs through Epiphany on January 6th. In fact, based on my calculations we are eligible for an additional 364 gifts! All the more […]
