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"Cocker Puppy" watercolor by Nancy, copyright 200868

4 Rules for Housebreaking a Dog

"Cocker Puppy" watercolor by Nancy, copyright 20081) Stow Your Puppy Long acknowledged to be the "only" way to house train a puppy, a crate (or travel kennel) is a valuable tool and can become a safe haven...

2 comments    home pets dogs
"Boxer Splash" pastel by Nancy, copyright 200871

How To Teach Your Dog To Come When Called - Every Time!

"Boxer Splash" pastel by Nancy, copyright 2008Of all the things dog owners ask me, how to get their dog to listen and come when called is usually at the forefront. Teaching a pup to come, or teaching the...

7 comments    advice education how
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Skidboot, Trick Dog Extraordinaire

It was Christmas Eve 1992 when blacksmith David Hartwig was shoeing horses for a nearby ranch. "Hey David!" the ranch owner called.  "Do you want a last-minute Christmas present for your wife?"  Mr....

4 comments    entertainment celebrity dogs
"Acorn Bomber" art by Nancy, copyright 200872

How To Rehabilitate Baby Squirrels

"Acorn Bomber" art by Nancy, copyright 2008My friend Susan Baker, a licensed wildlife rehabilitator who lives in Texas, told me she "got her first squirrel" today. It's the beginning of a myriad of baby...

8 comments    how animals nature
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Gem - The Back Porch Rescue Dog

I was sitting on my friend Robert's back porch when I noticed a small dog peering at me through the fence. She was tied to a tree next door. The dog was white with brown and black spots. She was looking at me...

4 comments    family pets dogs
"Always There", Watercolor by Nancy65

Ten Ways to Introduce Your Dog to the New Baby

"Always There", Watercolor by NancyI've been asked by clients how best to introduce a new baby to their beloved dog. Here are ten ideas: 1) "Borrow" a baby (as new as possible) from another family for a...

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"Snowy Owl" watercolor by Nancy, copyright 200863

Owl Spirit

"Snowy Owl" watercolor by Nancy, copyright 2008By Nancy J. Bailey Copyright 2007 The Great Spirit has given you more than you can bear So much wisdom to carry on your wings as light as air . When your...

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"Jack Nap" watercolor by Nancy, copyright 200875

5 Things to Look for When Adopting a Pet

At a horse expo, I was suddenly tempted by a litter of Jack Russell mix pups. But the breeder unknowingly put me off. Here are five rules to follow when adopting a homeless pet from a shelter.

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From Bark to Lark -- Do Dogs Have a Sense of Humor?

From slapstick to subtle, dog owners can attest to a true sense of humor in pets.

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"Bull Elk" acrylic by Nancy, copyright 200859

Elk Spirit

"Bull Elk" acrylic by Nancy, copyright 2008by Nancy J. Bailey copyright 2008 You were born in the meadows In the wild high country Your long legs unfolded You played in the trees . Your whole family led you...

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