bedoghappy, Author at Be Dog Happy

2018 New Year’s Resolutions by Grady and Dawson

by bedoghappy | Jan 1, 2018 | Tales From The Dog House

I was decluttering my desk and came upon some notes made by both Dawson and Grady. I normally don’t pry into their affairs except when scheduling transportation but I couldn’t resist when I saw what appeared to be their New Year’s resolutions for 2018. Dawson, as...

Thanksgiving Foods to Avoid Feeding Your Dog

by bedoghappy | Nov 18, 2017 | ARF! Training

While I understand Grady’s desire for a “Holiday Feast for Dogs,” I think it is important to note there are some Thanksgiving foods that are potentially dangerous for dogs to consume. Here’s a list of ten foods to avoid. Turkey skin and undercooked meat Stuffing and...

The Things You Love

by bedoghappy | Feb 14, 2017 | Tales From The Dog House

The Things You Love A Valentine’s Day Commentary by Grady Buford Huntley Dear Readers, Everyone says that Valentine’s is a day to express your love but I am compelled to say that I strongly disagree. As my fellow canines know, one day of the year just doesn’t give us...

The Bullet

by bedoghappy | Jan 30, 2017 | Tales From The Dog House

He sat still, looking out over the field, quiet as a church mouse. The only thing I saw moving was the twitching of his nostrils. I inhaled to calm myself since I was starting to feel very anxious. “Deep breaths.” I said to myself, “You can do this.” I was...

Humble Pie

by bedoghappy | Jan 22, 2017 | ARF! Training

Once, when one of my dogs behaved in such a manner that I didn’t recognize him (of course it was in front of a group of people), my teacher commented, “Dogs have a sense of humor.” I wasn’t sure if that explained my dog’s unexpected behavior or if he decided I needed...