by OLK9Alex | Jan 20, 2026 | News
Sniffing Isn’t a Distraction — It’s My Favorite Part of the Walk Hi — it’s me again.Your dog. 🐶 I know sometimes you sigh when I stop to sniff again. But I promise — I’m not trying to slow you down or ignore you. Sniffing isn’t a distraction for me. It’s the reason I...
by OLK9Alex | Jan 16, 2026 | News
Dog-Friendly Winter Events in New York City Winter in New York City brings a unique kind of magic — snow-covered streets, glowing storefronts, quieter mornings, and a slower pace that many dogs actually enjoy. While colder temperatures and winter weather may change...
by OLK9Alex | Jan 15, 2026 | News
Common Challenges During the 3-3-3 Rule (and How to Help) Why Challenges Are a Normal Part of Adjustment Adopting a rescue dog is rewarding — but it’s rarely effortless. According to the 3-3-3 rule for dogs, behavioral challenges often emerge as a dog moves through...
by OLK9Alex | Jan 12, 2026 | News
My Resolution to Eat Better and Feel Better Dear Human, Food Makes Me Feel Everything This year, my New Year’s resolution is about what goes into my bowl — and how it makes me feel afterward. Food affects my energy, my digestion, my mood, and even how well I sleep....
by OLK9Alex | Jan 9, 2026 | News
Training as a Relationship Tool (Not Control) Training is often misunderstood as a way to control a dog’s behavior. In reality, effective training is about communication, trust, and teamwork. When training is rooted in relationship-building rather than dominance, dogs...
