The Christmas Puppy Problem
Blogs, Planning to Get a Dog, Responsible Dog Ownership Information

The Christmas Puppy Problem

The Christmas Puppy Problem by Lynn Stacy-Smith I was browsing through Facebook several days ago when I came across a video from our local Fox affiliate, Fox 32. The first sentence of the story was, "If a dog or puppy is on your holiday shopping list - be careful." "Are you kidding me?" I said out loud in… Continue reading The Christmas Puppy Problem

Jax and Tink Prove How Quickly Your Dog Can Get into Trouble 
Blogs, Life with Jackson & Tinkerbell, Responsible Dog Ownership Information, Safety & Emergency Prepping

Jax and Tink Prove How Quickly Your Dog Can Get into Trouble 

Jax and Tink Prove How Quickly Your Dog Can Get into Trouble by Lynn Stacy-Smith If you've followed my blog or read my book, you know that I have a very firm rule about never allowing Jackson and Tinkerbell to go outside without a human present at all times. This rule is in place for… Continue reading Jax and Tink Prove How Quickly Your Dog Can Get into Trouble 

Collar Safety Awareness Week: The KeepSafe Break-Away Collar
Blogs, Responsible Dog Ownership Information, Safety & Emergency Prepping

Collar Safety Awareness Week: The KeepSafe Break-Away Collar

Collar Safety Awareness Week: The KeepSafe Break-Away Collar by Lynn Stacy-Smith   Earlier this year, I shared with you the importance of ensuring that the information on your dog's identification tags is up to date in case he or she is lost. Later in the summer I also shared some important information on pet collar safety,… Continue reading Collar Safety Awareness Week: The KeepSafe Break-Away Collar

Barbie with Newborn Pups: Backyard Breeder or Innocent Toy?
Blogs, Responsible Dog Ownership Information

Barbie with Newborn Pups: Backyard Breeder Kit or Innocent Toy?

Barbie with Newborn Pups: Backyard Breeder Kit or Innocent Toy? by Lynn Stacy-Smith For someone who always appears so happy and put together, Barbie has certainly done her share of stirring the proverbial pot over the course of her immortal life span, from the unrealistic shape of her figure to some of the bad choices… Continue reading Barbie with Newborn Pups: Backyard Breeder Kit or Innocent Toy?

The Dogs You Meet at a Rescue Event
Blogs, Rescue Spotlight

The Dogs You Meet at a Rescue Event

The Dogs You Meet at a Rescue Event by Lynn Stacy-Smith As both a dog lover and a dog professional, my favorite part of being a sponsor or vendor at dog related events is visiting with the actual dogs, even though sometimes my heart feels like it is going to break when I hear the… Continue reading The Dogs You Meet at a Rescue Event