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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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!
Fun Facts About our Furry Friends #3 [Dogs Reduce Stress]
Being with a dog can reduce stress. “It is the intuitive power of animals that can help us heal hurts, lessen stress, feel needed, and express our caring side.” Marty Becker, DVM That's me in the photo, getting my daily dose of stress relief courtesy of my dogs . . .
Fun Facts About our Furry Friends [dog fact #1]
Exercise is important for dogs of all breeds.
It’s Not Only About Dog Training [dog quote]
It's not only about dog training. It's about PEOPLE TRAINING too. ~ Leila Grandemange Recommended Reading Ten Tips on How to be Your Dog's Best Friend AKC articles on dog training Author of the book Pawz and Pray, Short Reflections about God, Life, and the Dogs I Love! All content © Leila Grandemange, PawzandPray.com, unless [...]