Magical Moments Happen At BlogPaws

My experience at the BlogPaws conference, in Myrtle Beach, SC, was nothing less than magical. I don't mean magical in the sense of hocus-pocus. Rather, the magic that occurs within you, when you have an a-ha or defining moment.

I nearly backed out, from attending the conference, due to my anxiety of driving over 400 miles, to unknown territory, by myself.  Well, not quite by myself, Tootsie would be riding shotgun!

The month preceding the conference, I flipped back and forth, like a fish out of water.  I'm going to the conference, I'm not going, I'm going, maybe I won't go...

I then had the pleasure of connecting with Elizabeth Keene, with Chronicles of Cardigans, who is the Newbie Ambassador for BlogPaws. Her post filled with free BlogPaws conference encouragement, motivated me to push through my anxiety and fears.

Then, about a week before I was due to leave, I came across this quote:

"Everything you've ever wanted, is on the other side of fear" George Addair

A quote that motivated me to push through my fear and drive to the BlogPaws conference.  A conference that I had been dreaming about attending for almost a year!

Homemade Birdie Muffins For Your Feathered Friend

If you have a feathered friend of your own, or know someone who does, you are going to love this easy, homemade recipe for Birdie Muffins. Your feathered friend will too!

We've been having quite the week here on the east coast,with Mother Nature!  Just when we thought Spring was here, Mother Nature decided to surprise us with a blizzard.

Since we are snowed in at the moment, I thought it would be the perfect time to make some birdie muffins for my Quaker parrot.

This homemade recipe is something I learned to make from the breeder I got my parrot from.  It's super  fast and easy to make, you can store the birdie muffins in the freezer and defrost as needed.

My Quaker parrot, Iris, loves her birdie muffins! She will ask for them when I haven't made a batch for awhile.  Unfortunately, she's very camera and video shy, so I can't get her to talk when she knows I'm recording.

Best Dog Names Inspired By Spring

Spring is just around the corner, a beautiful season filled with new beauty, hope and second chances.

A morning dog walk, in Spring, is like no other, with the smell of that crisp fresh air!  The Spring season offers an array of inspiration, with bright blue skies, chartreuse blades of grass, crocuses peaking out of the ground and flower buds popping amongst the tree branches.

What is you and your dogs favorite part of the Spring Season? My dogs and I love being out in the garden, discovering new growth in the flower beds, walks, and watching the birds build their nests.

I love every season, Mother Nature gifts us with, but I must say, Spring is at the top of my list!

To celebrate Spring's arrival, I'm sharing with you, a few dog names, that are inspired by Spring. Enjoy! Let me know if you choose one, on the list, for your newly adopted dog.

Savory Veggie Bites For Your Next Dog Party

We've been having an unusually mild winter this year and this past weekend was no exception. With beautiful blue skies, sunshine,  and temperatures in the 60's, it was the perfect opportunity to spend time outdoors with the dogs.

Tootsie's cousin, Mr A, was expected to be popping over for a visit, along with his Momma.  It seemed the perfect opportunity to do something special for all the dogs.

I didn't want to head to the store, knowing Mr A and his Momma would be arriving soon, so I did a little brainstorming, with some assistance from Mr W ...

I've been wanting to try out a few new treat recipes for our pups, that are both healthy and delicious.  I figured this was a great way  to accomplish my goal and have a special surprise for the dogs!

With the ingredients I had on hand, I was able to come up with this simple and easy recipe to make for the dogs.

The dogs loved these savory veggie bites so much, that I decided I needed to  share this  recipe with you!

Free Printable: Dog Themed Valentine Card

Valentine's Day is fast approaching!  Need a last minute card for the dog lovers in your life?

Who doesn't love getting a homemade card, especially when it's a dog themed one.

"Dogs leave paw prints on your heart" is one of the most popular dog themed quotes, so I decided it would be perfect to incorporate into a Valentine's card.

Today, I'm sharing a free printable with you, to make your own handmade card for your favorite Valentine.

Just my way of saying thank you, for being a loyal reader.

Easy DIY Dog Love Sign To Make This Weekend

I'm super excited to share my latest weekend project with you! It's all about dog love, so what's not to be excited about, right?!

This easy DIY dog sign would go perfectly on any wall in your home.  You could even hang your dog's portrait photos, with this sign, to create a beautiful, dog themed, wall gallery.

 If you enjoy painting and creating wooden signs, you're going to love this do it yourself project.  It was super easy to find the supplies at my local craft store, and many of the items were on sale. Win-win!

With Valentine's Day just around the corner, this is the perfect weekend project to make for all the dog lovers in your life.  

Of course, you're going to want to make one for yourself too!

So, let's get started...

Best Dog Names Inspired By Winter

When I think of puppy dogs and winter, cuddling under a blanket with a furry friend is the first thing that comes to mind. Winter is so much warmer with a puppy, wouldn't you agree?

Winter is also a wonderful time for taking a walk with your dog, playing fetch in the snow, or catching snow flakes!  What's your favorite winter activity to enjoy with your dog?

If you are planning on a new puppy this winter, whether it be adopting or rescuing a dog, or if winter is your favorite time of year, be sure to check out this list of  more than ninety-nine dog names.