In honor of Presidents’ Day I would like to pay tribute to George Washington’s dogs. As well as Gerald Ford’s dog who was the first Golden Retriever to live in the White House. It is estimated that during his lifetime President George Washington had approximately 50 dogs, representing almost every group of dog recognized by […]
I couldn’t help but notice that there’s been a lot on TV about how to celebrate Valentine’s Day. There are cooking shows on preparing the perfect meal, segments on the ideal location to spend the day, and ads for ways to show love ranging from jewelry to a new car. These are all nice, and […]
“My wish for you is joy. When you wish someone joy, you wish peace, love, prosperity, health, happiness… all the good things.” ~ Maya Angelou From our family at Living with a Golden to yours, may 2016 be filled with joyful Golden moments!
New Year’s Eve is the party event of the year for dogs, second only to Super Bowl Sunday. But unlike the Super Bowl where party guests are all focused on the TV, making it easy for dogs to sneak a snack here and there, New Year’s brings with it a unique set of challenges. The […]
Humans never cease to amaze me with their silly ideas of what is fun. But this Christmas tops them all! Asa and I spent hours spreading our favorite squeaky toys all around the living room floor so on Christmas morning Mom and Dad could come down and choose which one they’d like to play with. […]
‘Twas two days before Christmas when all through the mall, Asa went shopping to buy gifts for them all. A skateboard for Chuck Billy, Or will he think that’s silly? New t-shirts for Dad, Oh won’t he be glad! Mom’s gift is from Secret, Do you think she will keep it? Now dash away, dash […]
During the Holidays there is an increase in emergency visits to veterinarians and calls to animal poison control hotlines. But with a few precautions and awareness you can avoid putting your dog at risk. Dogs have a superior sense of smell, so they know if there is food hiding in that wrapped gift under the […]
While Chuck Billy prepares for Santa’s visit and Mom binge watches Christmas movies, I guess that leaves me to write today’s blog. Actually, I must admit one of the movies Mom watched got me thinking. It was about a couple who each sold their prized possessions in order to buy the other a special gift […]
Asa here. After listening to Chuck Billy’s long list last week of don’t do this, don’t do that, blah, blah, blah…I decided to take matters into my own paws. I’m going to meet Santa! After all, why should I leave it up to Elves to tell Santa all about me? First impressions are very important, […]
