stories from the heart
The ins and outs of living with dogs. From inspirational to informative, we cover it all.
Never say never
Sometimes God shows up and gently reminds us who is really in charge.And if there’s one thing I know about God, it’s that He has a wonderful…
Welcome 2026
Happy New Year from The Barking Blogger Day 1 of 2026 Well, here we are again—Day One of a new year.So many possibilities. So many dreams. But…
Lost Dog
This time, it wasn’t us searching for our own dog. It was our neighbor—a family with a small child—trying to understand how their chocolate Labrador, Ollie, had…
Preparing a Storm Bag for your Dog
Learn how to make a storm emergency bag for dogs! A funny yet smart look at pet preparedness from The Barking Blogger.
Senior Pet Adoptions
I see this question come up often — especially among shelters and older seniors looking to adopt. They walk into a shelter, find a furry friend who…
Missing My Dogs
I used to think I was being ridiculous when it came to leaving my dogs for any length of time. Vacations were never as fun for me…
Dog – A God Send?
It’s funny—not the laugh-out-loud kind of funny, but the kind that makes you pause and think. Somehow, this four-legged, wet-nosed creature grew into so much more than…
Forgetting the Past
Do Dogs Ever Think About Their Past? Do you ever look at your dog and wonder what’s going through their mind? Not the fun little thoughts like…
Greyfriars bobby
When a little dog named Bobby lost the person he loved most, he didn’t move on. He stayed—day after day, year after year—faithfully guarding his master’s grave….