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Category: Boston Dogs

  • Finding a Boston Rental with a Dog

    This week, a well-researched piece, No Fair for Fido: It’s ‘Challenging’ to Find an Apartment in Boston If You Own a Dog, by Lisa DeCanio over on BosInno.com, reminded us that this is a topic we haven't covered in a while.

    Photo - Version 22013-01-30-phone-books-back-bay-garden-boston-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    "That is Otis! He's a silly Cockapoo. Great dog," says Lisa. He's a special dog in her life!

    When you click over to Lisa's article, be sure to read the comments, because they contain both experience and wisdom.

    We wrote about this topic for vacation rentals, but you might be able to adapt some of the tips in our piece to the wider rental market.

    Vacation Rentals: Getting Around "No Pets"

    If you rent or when you bought your home, how did you deal with the pet issue? Please share your experience, tips, and advice with the rest of our Sunday Dog readers. 

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

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    Details:

    Words: Penny Cherubino
    Photography: Otis's photo courtesy of Lisa DeCanio 

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  • Sunday Dog Oliver – Tree Inspector!

    CHE_1354 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    It’s not easy being a tree inspector, but Sunday Dog Oliver is a natural. At only 1 ½ years old this youngster is already considered an expert. It’s a job that takes a certain temperament, an incredible ability to concentrate, and the visual acuity that not many of us possess.

    DSC_1745 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    However, the most important qualification for this line of work is a phenomenal sense of smell. Oliver is able to detect the overall condition of a city tree simply by sniffing its bark!

    DSC_1746 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    But to get a more complete diagnosis, he told us, “you can’t ignore the roots!”

    Of course, the profession also requires a well-rounded personality and Oliver easily has that covered.

    CHE_1374 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    His person told us that Oliver is “a very happy boy. When he gets excited, he smiles a lot and wiggles his bum.” This chocolate Lab “loves to play, swim, and eat – and naturally, his favorite words are treat and walk.”

    And, we weren’t at all surprised to learn that this amazing pup is “very loyal and friendly and loves to say ‘hi’ to people and dogs in the neighborhood.”

    CHE_1345 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino
     
    Wow! It’s not everyday that we come across a Sunday Dog with so much to offer. Oliver, you’re quite a guy!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Details:
    Words: Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Ed & Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers’ comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Sunday Dog Oliver – Tree Inspector!

    CHE_1354 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    It’s not easy being a tree inspector, but Sunday Dog Oliver is a natural. At only 1 ½ years old this youngster is already considered an expert. It’s a job that takes a certain temperament, an incredible ability to concentrate, and the visual acuity that not many of us possess.

    DSC_1745 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    However, the most important qualification for this line of work is a phenomenal sense of smell. Oliver is able to detect the overall condition of a city tree simply by sniffing its bark!

    DSC_1746 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    But to get a more complete diagnosis, he told us, “you can’t ignore the roots!”

    Of course, the profession also requires a well-rounded personality and Oliver easily has that covered.

    CHE_1374 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    His person told us that Oliver is “a very happy boy. When he gets excited, he smiles a lot and wiggles his bum.” This chocolate Lab “loves to play, swim, and eat – and naturally, his favorite words are treat and walk.”

    And, we weren’t at all surprised to learn that this amazing pup is “very loyal and friendly and loves to say ‘hi’ to people and dogs in the neighborhood.”

    CHE_1345 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino
     
    Wow! It’s not everyday that we come across a Sunday Dog with so much to offer. Oliver, you’re quite a guy!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Details:
    Words: Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Ed & Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers’ comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Sunday Dog Oliver – Tree Inspector!

    CHE_1354 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    It’s not easy being a tree inspector, but Sunday Dog Oliver is a natural. At only 1 ½ years old this youngster is already considered an expert. It’s a job that takes a certain temperament, an incredible ability to concentrate, and the visual acuity that not many of us possess.

    DSC_1745 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    However, the most important qualification for this line of work is a phenomenal sense of smell. Oliver is able to detect the overall condition of a city tree simply by sniffing its bark!

    DSC_1746 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    But to get a more complete diagnosis, he told us, “you can’t ignore the roots!”

    Of course, the profession also requires a well-rounded personality and Oliver easily has that covered.

    CHE_1374 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    His person told us that Oliver is “a very happy boy. When he gets excited, he smiles a lot and wiggles his bum.” This chocolate Lab “loves to play, swim, and eat – and naturally, his favorite words are treat and walk.”

    And, we weren’t at all surprised to learn that this amazing pup is “very loyal and friendly and loves to say ‘hi’ to people and dogs in the neighborhood.”

    CHE_1345 - Version 22013-01-20-oliver-chocolate-lab-© 2011 Penny Cherubino
     
    Wow! It’s not everyday that we come across a Sunday Dog with so much to offer. Oliver, you’re quite a guy!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Details:
    Words: Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2012 Ed & Penny Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers’ comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you.

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  • Make a List of Your Dog’s Words!

    CHE_0796 - Version 32013-01-09-poppy-westie-dog-words-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    Have you ever made a list of your dog's vocabulary – all the words that evoke a response?

    Sit! Fetch! Down! Leave it! These are the type of words, commands really, that many people would think of when asked about the words dogs understand. But, those of us who live with dogs soon realize that they learn many words we never intended to teach. Each day, we discover a new word that our nine-month-old Poppy suddenly understands. (That's her in the photo playing with her lizzard Iggy.)

    An Informal Survey

    Have you ever found yourself spelling B-A-T-H because your furry friend will hide under the bed if you say it? For Molly, a Boxer and Jake, a Westie from Winthrop, spelling C-A-R is not quite enough because they recognize the “C” means car to them as their person begins to spell it. Sophie, a German Shepherd from the Back Bay, loves to R-I-D-E too. And, for her family T-R-E-A-T requires spelling.

    Other Sunday dogs know other words:

    Sunday Dog, Odis “Loves Everyone!” and his favorite word is present.

    For Sunday Dog Jackson, Life Is Best with a Stick and you can guess what word alerts him to fun.

    Fun Project

    Creating a record of your dog’s vocabulary can be a fun family project. It can demonstrate the various relationships that exist with the animal. Who has worked on training, taught tricks, provided the food and care? All of these seem to come out with the words we use to communicate.

    What's your dog's favorite word?

    What word surprised you when you figured out your dog knew what it meant?

    What words do you have to spell?

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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  • Make a List of Your Dog’s Words!

    CHE_0796 - Version 32013-01-09-poppy-westie-dog-words-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    Have you ever made a list of your dog's vocabulary – all the words that evoke a response?

    Sit! Fetch! Down! Leave it! These are the type of words, commands really, that many people would think of when asked about the words dogs understand. But, those of us who live with dogs soon realize that they learn many words we never intended to teach. Each day, we discover a new word that our nine-month-old Poppy suddenly understands. (That's her in the photo playing with her lizzard Iggy.)

    An Informal Survey

    Have you ever found yourself spelling B-A-T-H because your furry friend will hide under the bed if you say it? For Molly, a Boxer and Jake, a Westie from Winthrop, spelling C-A-R is not quite enough because they recognize the “C” means car to them as their person begins to spell it. Sophie, a German Shepherd from the Back Bay, loves to R-I-D-E too. And, for her family T-R-E-A-T requires spelling.

    Other Sunday dogs know other words:

    Sunday Dog, Odis “Loves Everyone!” and his favorite word is present.

    For Sunday Dog Jackson, Life Is Best with a Stick and you can guess what word alerts him to fun.

    Fun Project

    Creating a record of your dog’s vocabulary can be a fun family project. It can demonstrate the various relationships that exist with the animal. Who has worked on training, taught tricks, provided the food and care? All of these seem to come out with the words we use to communicate.

    What's your dog's favorite word?

    What word surprised you when you figured out your dog knew what it meant?

    What words do you have to spell?

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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  • Make a List of Your Dog’s Words!

    CHE_0796 - Version 32013-01-09-poppy-westie-dog-words-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    Have you ever made a list of your dog's vocabulary – all the words that evoke a response?

    Sit! Fetch! Down! Leave it! These are the type of words, commands really, that many people would think of when asked about the words dogs understand. But, those of us who live with dogs soon realize that they learn many words we never intended to teach. Each day, we discover a new word that our nine-month-old Poppy suddenly understands. (That's her in the photo playing with her lizzard Iggy.)

    An Informal Survey

    Have you ever found yourself spelling B-A-T-H because your furry friend will hide under the bed if you say it? For Molly, a Boxer and Jake, a Westie from Winthrop, spelling C-A-R is not quite enough because they recognize the “C” means car to them as their person begins to spell it. Sophie, a German Shepherd from the Back Bay, loves to R-I-D-E too. And, for her family T-R-E-A-T requires spelling.

    Other Sunday dogs know other words:

    Sunday Dog, Odis “Loves Everyone!” and his favorite word is present.

    For Sunday Dog Jackson, Life Is Best with a Stick and you can guess what word alerts him to fun.

    Fun Project

    Creating a record of your dog’s vocabulary can be a fun family project. It can demonstrate the various relationships that exist with the animal. Who has worked on training, taught tricks, provided the food and care? All of these seem to come out with the words we use to communicate.

    What's your dog's favorite word?

    What word surprised you when you figured out your dog knew what it meant?

    What words do you have to spell?

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

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    Expanding Your Vocabulary
    What Is This And Where Did We Spot It? Play Attention to Detail
    Speak the Language Your Dog Understands
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  • Sunday Dog Kona Hits Winter Fun Refresh Button!

    CHE_0376 - Version 32013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    If you’ve forgotten how much fun winter can be, let Sunday Dog Kona refresh your memory!

    DSC_1589 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    All you need is some snow (how about that piece, right there?) …

    CHE_0384 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    A willing human to toss the tasty prize skyward  (Look  w-a-y-y-y up to see it) …

    CHE_0357 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    And, the patience and skill to position yourself directly under a falling puff of snow …

    CHE_0406 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Until just the right moment when you chomp down on that frosty delight. Ah-h-h, heaven!

    Okay, your turn!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs!

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • Sunday Dog Kona Hits Winter Fun Refresh Button!

    CHE_0376 - Version 32013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    If you’ve forgotten how much fun winter can be, let Sunday Dog Kona refresh your memory!

    DSC_1589 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    All you need is some snow (how about that piece, right there?) …

    CHE_0384 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    A willing human to toss the tasty prize skyward  (Look  w-a-y-y-y up to see it) …

    CHE_0357 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    And, the patience and skill to position yourself directly under a falling puff of snow …

    CHE_0406 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Until just the right moment when you chomp down on that frosty delight. Ah-h-h, heaven!

    Okay, your turn!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs!

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

  • Sunday Dog Kona Hits Winter Fun Refresh Button!

    CHE_0376 - Version 32013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    If you’ve forgotten how much fun winter can be, let Sunday Dog Kona refresh your memory!

    DSC_1589 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    All you need is some snow (how about that piece, right there?) …

    CHE_0384 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    A willing human to toss the tasty prize skyward  (Look  w-a-y-y-y up to see it) …

    CHE_0357 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino (1)

    And, the patience and skill to position yourself directly under a falling puff of snow …

    CHE_0406 - Version 22013-01-07-kona-snow-dog-© 2011 Penny Cherubino

    Until just the right moment when you chomp down on that frosty delight. Ah-h-h, heaven!

    Okay, your turn!

    Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs!

    Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

     Details:

    Words: Ed Cherubino
    Photography: © 2013 Penny & Ed Cherubino  

    Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.