Category Archives: GI Issues

Love/Hate Relationship

Posted on January 14, 2021 by Jamie

I love my dog. I love the relationship we have and I love how ridiculous he is. Kyu is a lot of fun. But I also hate that he is chronically ill. I’ve been trying to manage his IBD for … Continue reading →

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Dog Training as Therapy

Posted on August 10, 2020 by Jamie

For me, dog training has always been a bit therapeutic. A way to challenge my skills, learn new things, and connect with my dog. A way to work my brain and learn more about how brains work in general. During … Continue reading →

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New Plans

Posted on May 18, 2020 by Jamie

Nothing ever goes according to plan. Like most of the world, I’m on lockdown from the COVID-19 crisis. Dog training classes and trials are canceled. Parks are closed and or allowing limited access. We don’t know what’s coming next. There’s … Continue reading →

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Gut Feelings

Posted on February 22, 2020 by Jamie

Kyu was diagnosed with IBD the end of July 2019. We were fortunate enough to become involved in a diet study featuring a new prescription diet not yet available in the United States. For an Rx kibble, it was actually … Continue reading →

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Risa Redux

Posted on November 2, 2019 by Jamie

I say it all the time: Kyu is not Risa. I never expected him to be her clone and, in all honesty, I didn’t want that again. I wasn’t looking for another fearful, dog-reactive dog with GI problems (well, two … Continue reading →

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