Adoptable Cloudy is an exceptionally well-rounded dog, and enjoyed some well-deserved “all-about-Cloudy” time at Gentle Spirit Farm.
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Lily at Gentle Spirit Farm
Meet Lily – very much her namesake – a lovely, vibrant, sweet dog! Not only a little beauty, but also very easy and fun to hike around with!
Brutus Beefcake at Gentle Spirit Farm
Check out Brutus Beefcake’s off-leash stroll throughout Gentle Spirit Farm.
A Basic Dog Walk
Just want to take a good-old fashioned dog walk around the neighborhood? Without stress??? It is really not a lot to ask.
Introducing a New Dog Friend
Do you have friends who have dogs? Yes, of course.. because you both love dogs. Have your dogs meet each other and you will open doors for fun times ahead.
Equipment for Training Loose-Lead Walking
There are nearly as many kinds of harnesses, collars, and leashes as there are breeds of dogs. I suppose all of them have some kind of advantage, but only a few of them work really well with Dog Momma’s technique for training a dog to walk on a loose lead.
Walk on a Loose Leash
Walking on a loose lead is one of the most important skills you and your dog can cultivate. It’s your dog’s key to freedom in walks around the neighborhood just as “recall” is key to true freedom in a park or other less restrictive setting.
Exercising Your Dog’s Senses
Exercise comes in many forms, and dogs experience exercise in many ways. This article helps you consider different types of exercise that will keep your dog well-rounded and happy.
Exercising Your Dog
This series on exercising your dog is by far one of my favorites. If there’s one thing we tell people… our secret weapon is exercise. So many behavioral issues stem from not getting enough of it. And so much goodness comes from getting enough of it! This particular article is the beginning of the series.
Home Alone, Part 2: Walks Make It Work
No one likes to be cooped up all day. Giving your dog plenty of exercise will help her stay happy and calm when she’s home alone. Once you and your dog have learned to walk nicely together, get in the habit of going for a walk before you leave for work and again when you get home.
