Ronon’s Birthday & Gotcha Day!
Ronon's Birthday is October 25 and his Gotcha Day is October 29. I can't believe it's about to be TWO YEARS since he came home to Philly.
Ronon is a Therapy Dog Now
Ronon passed his certification exam to join Comfort Caring Canines last night. He's a therapy dog now and I couldn't be more proud.
Every Behavior Has a Cause
Ronon and I had very different perceptions of an interaction we had on a walk a few days ago.
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Living His Best [Farm] Life
It takes a LOT to keep a large, young, energetic dog enriched and content when you live in an urban apartment. A dog's gotta dog, you know?
Sometimes, He’s Too Much
Having to schedule every day so Ronon isn't alone is restrictive, stressful, and frustrating. I adore him, and he's a good boy in almost every way, but sometimes he's just too much!
Dog Training is Really Human Training
Training Ronon has been a challenging and different experience. I'm learning to be a better communicator and to pay better attention to what he is trying to tell me.
He Refuses to Nap at Daycare
On the days Ronon goes to LWD, I can only go into the office for the first half of the day. My life would be so much easier if he could stay all day though. When I picked him up today, I asked Kenzie (the manager, who is awesome) if she thought he was adjusting well enough that we could…
Ronon Loves Doggy Daycare
Our first attempts at doggy daycare were extremely disappointing, but Ronon loves Little White Dog Daycare.
Our Second Move Together
Ronon and just I moved to a new apartment. His new self-confidence and resiliency show in how well he is handling our second move together.
website for Ronon
I decided today that a transformation as epic as Ronon's deserves a dedicated journal, hence this website.
Ronon’s First Sports Title
Ronon got his BCAT title this weekend. He's figuring out how it all works (the waiting is the hardest part) and really seems to enjoy running.
How to Get Started in Fast CAT
The only requirements for a dog to run Fast CAT are (1) be at least a year old, and (2) not be lame. It's fun, and it's easy to get started.
First Time Fast CAT!
Ronon tried Fast CAT for the first time this weekend. We'll definitely be doing this again.
Timber Creek Dog Park
Today was our first visit to a truly large dog park, and a great chance to practice Ronon's recall.
Our First Fundraising Together
Ronon and I are walking to raise funds for the Support Center for Child Advocates and their work on behalf of young people who have experienced abuse and neglect in Philadelphia.
Prepping For Our First Road Trip
Ronon and I are taking our first road trip in June. I hope this will the first of many for us.
Big Dog Zoomies
After Ronon gets the big dog zoomies, I have to move the furniture back where it belongs.
Finally, A Long Morning Walk
Ronon is finally comfortable enough outside in the VERY early morning that I was able to put "a tired dog is a good dog" to work for me today.
Ronon is a Philly Dog
There are lots of stories to tell about the last week, but Ronon the Woof is officially a Philadelphia dog. And he has a teddy bear. 🧸 ❤
What Have I Gotten Into?
When I got Ronon home to Philly, he was TERRIFIED, out of control, peeing on everything. and noisy. I was exhausted, dirty, broke, and having an emotional breakdown!
Ronon’s Gotcha Day
I first met Ronon in a parking lot near Indy. He was nervous, a bit wild, and he STUNK. I was exhausted and still grieving Snickers. Not a great start.