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Start Here: Welcome to the Canine Care Collection

by | June 22, 2025 | Canine Care Collection | 0 Comments

This is not another blog full of recycled tips and vague advice. This Collection is the red pill. The unplug-from-the-Matrix kind of resource for pet parents who are tired of being told the same five things about kibble and crate training. Instead, you’ll find: Real...
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Life with Misty: Navigating Foster Dog Challenges

by | April 1, 2025 | Cyndi's Journey, Dog Training, Foster Dog Challenges | 0 Comments

Bringing a foster dog like Misty into your home can be a rewarding, yet challenging experience. Misty is a high-energy, larger dog, and her playful, inquisitive nature has brought both joy and unique obstacles to my daily routine with Jackson. Here are some of the key...
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What to Feed Your Dog After an Elimination Diet

by | January 15, 2025 | Commercial Dog Food, Dog Food, Dog Nutrition | 0 Comments

Switching Dog Food After an Allergy Trial: What You Need to Know I recently had a client call me with a question about switching food after a dog food allergy trial. He told me that he had switched to a novel protein, Kangaroo, and was feeding Zignature LID dog food....
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3 Safer Alternatives to Purina Pro Plan

by | October 30, 2024 | Dog Food, Purina Pro Plan | 0 Comments

If you feed your dog Purina Pro Plan, you need to know this: Earlier this year, a Facebook group called, Saving Pets One Pet @ A Time, had been buzzing with claims that Purina Pro Plan (and other brands) had caused hundreds of pets to get ill, and sadly, some have...
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Is Your Dog’s Food Gourmet or Garbage?

by | October 29, 2024 | Canine Care Collection, Gen X Doggie Mama Breakfast Club | 0 Comments

In today’s edition of the atomic-style Gen X Doggie Mama Breakfast Club newsletter, I’ve got some crucial info that every pet parent needs to know. ‘Premium’ Dog Food, Harmful Ingredient Alert! Did you know that some so-called ‘premium’ dog foods contain garbage...
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Upgrade Your Dog’s Diet: Live Long and Pawsper with Fresh Food

by | October 8, 2024 | Blog, Dog Food | 0 Comments

Discover how to upgrade your dog’s diet from kibble to fresh food and ensure they live long and pawsper. Learn about the benefits of raw, gently cooked, and home-cooked meals for optimal canine health.

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It is Never Too Early or Late to Start…

by | October 1, 2024 | Blog, Cyndi's Journey, Inspiration | 0 Comments

A message inspired by a still small voice within: It is never too early or late to start... What can you do to make someone's life better today? How can you help a pet parent take one step closer... Your job is to be the one to inspire others that they can do it too....
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Encouraged by the Promise of “Hope and a Future” – My Holistic Dog Care Ministry

by | September 30, 2024 | Blog, Cyndi's Journey | 0 Comments

In my earlier blog post, ‘When Hope and Healing Turns to Heartbreak,’ I shared the emotional journey of Rosie, a young dog who experienced a miraculous recovery through holistic care, only for her health to tragically decline again, highlighting the profound impact of...
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When Hope and Healing turns to Heartbreak

by | September 30, 2024 | Blog, Cyndi's Journey | 0 Comments

Hope I wrote an article about Rosie making a dramatic recovery. Her parents came to me at a crossroads, and I did what I always do—I went all in to help. It always starts with hope. I talk things through, look for solutions, troubleshoot, and identify what’s missing....
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How to Handle a Picky Eater: Tips for Cooking for Your Dog

by | September 22, 2024 | Blog, Books, Dog Won't Eat | 0 Comments

Struggling with a picky eater dog? You’re not alone! Many dog owners face challenges when it comes to dog nutrition and finding the right dog food recipes. Recently, a client reached out about her dog, Toby, who was being particularly finicky. By incorporating a balanced diet of boiled shredded chicken with rice and veggies, and exploring gently cooked commercial food options, we found a solution. For those who prefer homemade meals, tools like Balance It can help create complete and balanced recipes. Discover more tips and tricks to ensure your dog gets the nutrition they need!

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GenX Throwback to 1989: The Start of My Tech Journey

Aug 19, 2024 |

In 1989, I was featured in an article that captured the early days of my journey in the computer world. As I look back, it's incredible to see how far we've come. Here's a throwback to where it all began. Here are a few things that I found interesting: I had a 65...

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Happy Birthday Jackson

Aug 8, 2024 | ,

Happy Birthday Jackson! I can't believe it's been 5years.I love the shit out of you!I tell you that every day.And every day you love me even more. You are the best companion.You are there for me when I'm happy.We dance and play ball and tug. You are there when I'm...

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