When it comes to human suffering, I believe nearly all of us instinctively exercise compassion and assistance. When our family experienced a tragedy and were all grieving, our Livi clearly focused...

I remember the first time I had to sign a disclaimer at our groomer’s office. She noticed Livi’s birthdate and broke the news that I needed to absolve them of harm if she had a heart attack or...

The benefits of massage have become quite well-documented. The cumulative effects have moved beyond a blissful day at the spa and have made their way into acknowledged therapeutic practices. In many...

We hear a lot about how to minimize stress in our lives. Everything from exercise to meditation to being better organized can help. But what about our Schnauzers? They seem to have an ideal life of...

The first thing I always notice about our Schnauzer’s eyes is how large, brown, and beautifully doe-eyed they are. The second thing I started to notice was a slight build-up of dark “gunk” at...

Our Miniature Schnauzer has never really been interested in balls, toys, or ropes. She does enjoy treat puzzles and being outside with us, though. She loves her daily walks, hikes in our foothills,...