About Me

 I am a middle-aged dog trainer and gentleman farmer wannabe. I read too many books and spend too much time on the computer. I am a cynic, cook, gardener, hiker, dog trainer and environmental scientist.

Blogging on dogs, science, ethics, culture, books and the funny, shiny things that catch my eye.

Lokihug

14 Comments Add your own

  • 1. CeliaSue Hecht  |  January 6, 2008 at 3:52 pm

    great, thanks for the first aid kit… what about the all natural one though???

  • 2. Moira  |  June 22, 2008 at 3:54 pm

    Very cool blog! Would you consider posting my new film “Dogs in Art” on it to share with all your smart dog readers? You can view it here…

    Thank you.

  • 3. Bill  |  June 26, 2008 at 8:07 pm

    Bill…

    Wow, nice blog….

  • 4. Pearl  |  August 21, 2008 at 2:28 pm

    I love your site! I am also a fellow four-legged friend lover and have two kitties of my own, Mocha and Furball. As I was browsing through the Internet and reading through a bunch of pet blogs, I stumbled upon yours. After going through a lot of entries on your site, I can sense a mutual genuine adoration we have for our animals.

    I am a huge enthusiast of making sure our pets receive the care they need and deserve. I am lucky enough to be working with LocalVets.com because it has allowed me to pursue this very passion.
    Our core value is to connect pets in need with veterinarians who care. We currently work with over 2,000 vets across the country from large organizations like Banfield to one doctor locations. We even work with professional veterinary associations such as VHMA, http://www.vhma.org/displaycommon.cfm?an=1&subarticlenbr=266.

    I have found LocalVets.com to be a great resource for pet owners like us to use when seeking the closest and most suitable veterinarian in their neighborhood. As you have experience with vet visits, you know first hand how dreadful it can be for your pet and even you. Yet, it is inevitable in order to keep our pet healthy and more importantly, when an emergency arises.

    There are not enough pet owners who provide their pets with the recommended veterinary visits of twice a year, especially for cats with an average of less than one visit a year. LocalVets.com can provide a directory that will be extremely helpful and effective for the pet owner in locating a veterinarian in their vicinity who can help them with their pet’s necessary treatment.

    Let me know if you have a few minutes to discuss an opportunity to include a link on your blog.

    Thanks!

    Yours Truly,

    Pearl

  • 5. Rose  |  December 22, 2008 at 10:03 am

    I like the comment that the main aspect of dog training is the attitude of the person rather than the technique. That is so much the case in much of life.

  • 6. Melissa Mitchell  |  February 8, 2009 at 6:15 am

    what kind of dog is Zip? My Shiloh looks just like him

  • 7. SmartDogs  |  February 8, 2009 at 3:14 pm

    She’s an Australian Kelpie. A 32-lb, obsesessive-complusive, nutjob. Like a Border Collie on meth.

  • 8. Melissa Mitchell  |  February 8, 2009 at 6:44 pm

    My Shiloh is definitely a mix, coming in a just under 6olbs. But other than being bigger she is a dead ringer. She loves to work and learn. Her prey drive is definitely there, but her self control is remarkable. I bet she is a shepherd or other stock dog mix with kelpie for sure. If you would like to see her checkout http://servicedogsawayoflife.blogspot.com/search/label/Shilo .

  • 9. deborahanddaniel  |  February 22, 2009 at 12:21 am

    Hi Janeen and Mark!

    Thank for your comment on my blog House&Hound! Funny that you’re located in Red Wing. My partner Daniel and I are getting married there at the Round Barn in August! Our dogs Gus and Charly are going to make the trip from Minneapolis to be our ring bearers!

    Deborah

  • 10. alex  |  August 3, 2009 at 2:50 pm

    I read my books, but I admire the ingenuity of designers when it comes to considering bookshelves too.

  • 11. SmartDogs  |  August 3, 2009 at 2:58 pm

    Thanks for that – I adore your blog.

    The only think I love more than books is dogs. While I limit myself to just a few dogs my house is over-flowing with books. Well-thumbed, dog-eared, with cracked spines and coffee stains. Like old friends, they may get worn with age – but certainly not less loved.

    Most of the wonderful things I see on your blog are out of my price range – but I enjoy seeing what you’ll post next.

  • 12. alex  |  August 3, 2009 at 3:08 pm

    That’s very kind of you – I’m in a similar position re. books (but no dogs, I’m afraid). I’ve got a couple of corkers coming up this week…

  • 13. Bella  |  September 4, 2009 at 9:26 pm

    Hello,
    The DogTime editorial team has been reading through hundreds of pet-related blogs and we’ve selected your blog to become part of the Dogtime Blog Network.
    Who is DogTime? DogTime is the largest online community of animal lovers with 24.2 million unique visitors per month, 600 pet-focused websites and more than 350 blog network members. Our community includes the best dog, cat, bird, fish, reptile and horse bloggers from across the pet category.
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    As part of the Dogtime Blog Network, you will reach a larger audience of animal enthusiasts, plus you will have access to DogTime’s powerful tools that can drive both traffic and revenue to your blog.
    Participation is simple, as we will use your existing RSS feed to feature your blog and posts. If you would like to participate, simply reply to this email with your acceptance. Once approved we will send you your DogTime Blog Star badge to post on your homepage (above the fold). For more details about the benefits of participating in the DogTime Blog Network please refer to our FAQs.
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  • 14. Kathy Hilliard  |  October 27, 2009 at 8:48 pm

    Greetings,

    Are dogs better? Millions (and undoubtedly many of your readers) think so. The conflict between the species, like the debate between their owners, has continued for centuries. Internationally best-selling author Bradley Trevor Greive puts the debate to rest by teaming up with world-renowned photographer Rachael Hale to present Why Dogs Are Better Than Cats (http://www.andrewsmcmeel.com/products/?isbn=0740785133 , hot off the press from Andrews McMeel Publishing.

    Author, adventurer, and unabashed dog advocate, BTG’s best-selling Blue Day Book series has sold more than 20 million copies around the world – his words undoubtedly resonate with readers. Why Dogs Are Better Than Cats provides a humorous (and heartwarming) commentary on the magnetic characteristics of dogs, and how and why we love them. Best wishes,

    Kathy Hilliard
    Publicity Director
    Andrews McMeel Publishing
    1130 Walnut Street
    Kansas City, MO 64106

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