If you aren't in the moment, you are either looking forward to uncertainty, or back to pain and regret. Jim Carrey Dogs are some of my favorite teachers, imparting wisdom into my life in ways I never thought possible! One of the most cherished lessons I've learned from my dogs is to live in the moment. Dogs are masters of mindfulness. In other words, they are aware of their surroundings and what they are doing moment by moment . . . and I believe that they extract the fullest joy from each moment. I think this is what gives them their seemingly carefree spirit. What is mindfulness? And what are the benefits? [Read more]
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Happy Hormones [Find Out Why Dogs Make Us Happy]
Feeling Blue? Be forewarned, when coming into contact with a dog, you might catch some happy hormones! We certainly feel better when surrounded by our canine companions, but what's actually going on behind the scenes?
What Would You Give Jesus For Christmas? [Poem for Dog Lovers]
What would you give Jesus for Christmas? Join with me in imagining a very special gift to Jesus with this heart-warming poem by Jane Sears. Gift To Jesus— A Dog , by Jane L. Sears "I wish that someone had given little Jesus a dog as loyal as mine to sleep by His manger and gaze in His eyes and adore Him for being divine. . . .
5 Super Holiday Pet Safety Tips!
It's that time of year, when everything seems to be going a hundred miles an hour and we're trying to catch our breath. I'm with you, truly . . . I can relate. But please slow down long enough to read these 5 super tips about pet safety during the holidays!
How My Poodle Brought Me Through the Fire [The Incredible Power of the Human-Canine Bond]
Shock, disbelief, and fear gripped my heart! I watched helplessly as our house filled with smoke knowing that my dogs were still inside. Never was the Human-Canine Bond more evident than when I experienced a house fire . . .
God and Dog [a must see video, by Wendy Francisco]
God and dog, two of my favorite topics! Each day my dogs reflect God's unconditional love, and inspire me to do so for others. They also pour into my life countless blessings—joy, peace, happiness, healing, and so much more. It's no coincidence in my mind that "dog" is "God" spelled backwards.
Pawz and Pray 