Category Archives: Dog Walking

“Does your dog bite?” Weekly Whine series…

Posted on March 8, 2011 by dognotesinc

As a dog owner,  I’ll bet you are asked that question a lot!   Many people wanting to approach you and your dog might also ask “Is he alright?” (This  probably means the same thing… but it’s also up for discussion.) … Continue reading →

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Who Let the Dogs Out? Who? Who?? Who??? Weekly Whine Series…

Posted on February 17, 2011 by dognotesinc

It never fails.  During the worst of weather (90’s and humid in summer, single digits in winter, heaviest snow days and the days it literally rains cats and dogs ) the same group of 3 dogs, sometimes with a 4th, … Continue reading →

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Maybe He’s Born With It…(The First of our Dog Notes Weekly Whine series)

Posted on January 18, 2011 by dognotesinc

Random (and sometimes very strange) thoughts on yet another cold, winter day… The sun finally made an appearance.  As we walked around the lake, it was the first time I noticed his highlights (and lowlights) on the top of his … Continue reading →

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Do These Doggie Boots Make My Butt Look Big?

Posted on January 2, 2011 by dognotesinc

They say these boots are made for walkin’… Or not… I quickly realized after tightening the first doggie boot.  He froze.  He didn’t think he would ever walk again but he kept a brave face.  He ignores the Greyhound making … Continue reading →

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More news from the wild side of taking your dog for a stroll

Posted on October 12, 2010 by dognotesinc

Once I figure out how to fully utilize the “video” feature on my phone, I will film some of the strange situations encountered while walking the dogs.   Hopefully,  people will permit me to film their dogs for my documentary … Continue reading →

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How to navigate Dog Notes blog

Posted on October 10, 2010 by dognotesinc

The latest post appears first.  Keep scrolling and there will be 9 additional (most recent) posts.  There are many ways to “share” at the bottom of each post. The “archives” are shown on the right side column.  In this column, … Continue reading →

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Things that go bump in the night

Posted on October 9, 2010 by dognotesinc

…and during the day, too! What’s creepier than 30 Days of Night, Freddy Krueger, The Ring and Psycho combined? Why it’s the “leash in a box” that claims you can walk two – 90# dogs on one plastic handle which … Continue reading →

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Hellhounds

Posted on October 8, 2010 by dognotesinc

Hellhound Many of you describe your dogs as the “dog from hell” but none of your dogs gave me goosebumps…sure hope you never run into this guy.  Just get home before dark… From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Jump to: navigation, … Continue reading →

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Poop Patrol Update (What the heck…the fish poop in there…)

Posted on October 6, 2010 by dognotesinc

Could not believe I forgot my cleanup bags this evening.  I had them earlier in the day but they must be in the pocket of my other jeans. Sure, I could justify leaving it there; telling myself maybe dog poop … Continue reading →

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Take a walk on the wild side

Posted on September 29, 2010 by dognotesinc

Encountered a couple of “Fluffies” earlier today while walking the princess hound.  Just as we round the last corner, heading to the house, a couple of them have us in their sights. For those of you that have read the September … Continue reading →

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Reason No. 57 to clean up after your dog

Posted on September 22, 2010 by dognotesinc

Chicago Tribune article:  Illinois woman charged in dog poop-infused meltdown. NAPERVILLE, Ill. (AP) — A suburban Chicago woman is accused of tossing dog feces at her neighbor’s door after stepping into droppings left outside her apartment. Police in Naperville say … Continue reading →

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Responsible Dog Ownership Day

Posted on September 21, 2010 by dognotesinc

… is celebrated on Saturday, Sept. 25, 2010 I’m sure we all agree that everyday is a commitment when it involves our pets. To celebrate “Responsible Dog Ownership Day”, I have put together some various articles on pet dental health, … Continue reading →

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Small dogs at end of leash are larger than they appear

Posted on September 5, 2010 by dognotesinc

I like to think I take the usual precautions when out with the dogs such as walking during daylight hours, always on the lookout for glass and other debris, avoiding busy streets and not talking on the phone.  Taking a walk through … Continue reading →

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Let’s Potty! (Teach your dog to “eliminate on command”)

Posted on August 21, 2010 by dognotesinc

“Go potty, get it done, hurry up, do the deed and let’s potty” are some of the phrases used to  start the elimination process.  Yes, you can actually teach them where and when to do their business.  One student uses … Continue reading →

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Poop Patrol

Posted on August 7, 2010 by dognotesinc

Just returned from walking the dogs and I was able to dodge a total of 6 in the park but didn’t see number 7 until it was too late.  OK, so maybe #7 forgot their poop bag this morning as … Continue reading →

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