Escape the Noise: How a Hotel Stay- and Other Strategies- Can Help Your Dog This 4th of July
Prior to 2016, I'd I never noticed Henri being especially fearful of fireworks. I mean, he didn't like them- what dog does?!- but he wasn't traumatized. It was that same year on July 4th that I came home from a cookout to discover a trembling, fearful, hot mess of a...
Where To Shop For Your Dog In Northwest Arkansas
Just in time for the holiday season, or better yet, in time for Small Business Saturday on November 30th, I'm sharing with you my favorite places to shop for your favorite dog (and dog people) in Northwest Arkansas. I've shared my favorite dog friendly Southern shops,...
How To Choose The Best Hotel For Your Dog
I've spent 10 years traveling with Henri. I'd say that qualifies me as "experienced" in traveling with a dog. You might even consider me an expert. So when I tell you my secrets for finding the best dog friendly hotels, you'll want to take note. Let's start with the...
Summer Fun And Safety For Your Dog
I can't believe it's July, and hot flashes notwithstanding, just now warm enough to jump in the lake. Admittedly, I am a sissy when it comes to cold; I have no interest in floating in my PFD diaper until the water is tepid. Now that we're finally here, I want to share...
Dog Friendly Things To Do In Neosho, MO.
Neosho, MO. is only one hour from Northwest Arkansas, but I never thought to go there until I discovered a beer, bourbon, and food pairing being co-hosted by a brewery and local kitchen. That seemed an excellent excuse, I mean opportunity, for a dog friendly get away...
Choosing The Best Northwest Arkansas Dog Park For You And Your Dog
Northwest Arkansas has a LOT of dog parks! 13 to be exact! And that doesn't include the off-leash hiking trail or dog cafe in Fayetteville, or the two breweries in Springdale and Bentonville with fenced play space. In order to help you choose the best Northwest...
Tips For Knowing When And Where To Take Your Dog
Prior to the pandemic, people were quietly traveling with dogs and places were slowly but surely coming around to the idea. Post pandemic, pet travel is a full blown industry with numerous hotels marketing and catering to pooch parents. For many of us, this is very...
About Denise
Denise Holmes is a professional pet trainer, known for her spunky personality and training concept Love. Trust. Teach. Outgoing and full of Southern charm, Denise has an innate ability to find the fun, and fun people, in most any situation.