Tag Archives: dogs

I love this dog

Posted on July 3, 2025 by suziecreamcheese

even though today, he went to the vet for his rabies shot, and since he had a sort of scratch on the side of his face, I asked Dr. Dave to check it. Before that – we had a battle … Continue reading →

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Happy Birthday, Maverick

Posted on April 30, 2025 by suziecreamcheese

My crazy boy turned 7 today. For his birthday, he got two hot spots. On his face. And he won’t leave them alone, so he’s currently wearing the cone of shame as his birthday hat. He is less than impressed … Continue reading →

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Well, I’m in trouble

Posted on November 2, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

Not really, just did some shit posting on Threads and stirred up a storm. Can we dispell the myth of “rescue dogs are all perfect?” Yesterday, while walking at the park – I carry treats in my pocket and wear … Continue reading →

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Praying for strength

Posted on October 25, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

I rarely want time to move faster, days to end, years to go by. I plan for tomorrow but much further out and I’m useless. Now, however, I want it to be Wednesday. I’ll be back home on Wednesday. Bear … Continue reading →

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In today’s news

Posted on September 28, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

Maverick has managed to generate a sore spot on his back paw, which is causing a good deal of drama in my life. I do not do well when my puppy is injured. I do not do well when well … Continue reading →

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Venting

Posted on April 19, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

I, like a lot of people, have a dog who pulls on leash. I also have a dog who has a very high prey drive, and a ton of energy. And I swear he has ADHD. Teaching him to walk … Continue reading →

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Tired

Posted on April 4, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

I haven’t slept well for the past couple of nights. Why, you ask? I’ve been waking up every hour to go pee. The deal with my bladder is that I need to drink lots of water. That also helps with … Continue reading →

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Neutering – or “it’s a choice”

Posted on March 14, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

https://www.akcchf.org/educational-resources/library/articles/an-update-on-the-health.html https://www.ucdavis.edu/news/when-should-you-neuter-your-dog-avoid-health-risks https://www.veterinary-practice.com/article/effects-of-neutering-on-undesirable-behaviours-in-dogs About 15 years ago, we got a Golden Retriever. Knowing next to nothing about dogs, and totally nothing about Goldens except that my brother in law had one, and that dog hated kids – since I’m not … Continue reading →

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Getting old is not for sissies

Posted on February 27, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

My mom used to say that and I would laugh, little knowing how right she was. After getting a cortisone shot in my shoulder blade area yesterday for bursitis, I have a urology appointment tomorrow for what I’m starting to … Continue reading →

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Food

Posted on February 1, 2024 by suziecreamcheese

I love to cook. I’m pretty good at it, although there a few things I can be guaranteed to mess up. Want a tough piece of chicken? Come see me, I got that covered.  But mostly, I’m pretty darned good.  My mom taught … Continue reading →

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