My name is Monica Callahan, and I completed my first official marathon on March 5, 2022 with the help of my dog, Orio. I am a professional dog trainer (Family Fido LLC) in the Myrtle Beach, SC area. I’m the owner of five dogs, mother......
“The Hero Dogs” is currently comprised of our two registered therapy Dalmatians, Orio and Quint. Orio is 3.5 years old and Quint is almost 3. They have both been therapy dogs since they were about 1 year old, when they could officially test to be......
Place boards help your dog stay in one place. But why on earth would you need a fancy piece of dog training equipment when you could just teach your dog a solid stay? Let’s be honest, though; teaching a dog to stay can be hard......
If taking one dog on adventures is joyous, taking two (or more) must be better… right? Like so many things in life, it depends. As the proud human of two border collies, a frequent dog sitter, and a (sometimes) doggie foster mom, I have had......
Rainy days are a bummer, especially for dogs who love to run and play outside. Active dogs can get restless and even destructive when cooped up indoors for long periods of time. It’s important to have a few indoor activities to keep your pup entertained......
As the holiday season fast approaches, you may be wondering what to get your pup. Another bag of treats? Another toy? What about a holiday gift that makes your adventures with your dog even better? These creative ideas are sure to make your hikes, backpacking......
As the heat dome ripples across the US, even Montana is bracing for 100+ degree days. My long-haired black Border Collie (and grey short-haired Border Collie puppy) and I live in a Sprinter van with no A/C, so staying cool is our number one priority......
Many dogs are excellent swimmers, but most dogs don’t have a good understanding of what makes water safe to swim in. Whether your dog is a total river rat or is a bit more apprehensive about water, it’s important to know how to keep your......
I love my dog Barley’s fluffy, silky coat. He’s a sight to behold when he’s enjoying the breeze, tail whipping in the wind as he bounds across a mountain ridge. Unfortunately, that glorious floof has its downside: Barley collects everything on the trail. At times,......
After a long workweek, there is nothing as fun and rewarding as taking a trip with your family. Your four-legged best friend should not be missing, either! Not every destination is suitable for dogs though. Before heading out, make sure that your adventure will be......
Principles for Leading Our Dogs I get the opportunity to work with a number of different dogs each year, and I have yet to find two exactly the same. They all have their own personality, quirks, and story. Just like people, they’re all unique, and......