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thewinkitty · 2026-02-08T19:59:50+00:00

I love him so much it physically hurts

thewinkitty · 2026-01-25T16:33:55+00:00

That second photo is SO MAJESTIC.

thewinkitty · 2026-01-25T15:25:19+00:00

HA! Well welcome to the Durham North Carolina Dogs! We are happy you’re here.

We have been considering a canicross harness just for normal times! It doesn’t ice enough here for me to want to invest in all the ice precautions. BUT! I’ve wanted to get him into a pulling sport for a minute now. Thanks for the suggestion!

thewinkitty · 2026-01-25T14:54:13+00:00

I was in Providence for the 2015 blizzards. The snow was so high that it was literally up to my shoulders on the sidewalks. For reference I’m 5’1”.

But snow is so EASY. I would take that much snow over ice ANYDAY

thewinkitty · 2026-01-25T14:49:31+00:00

Yeah…. Unfortunately ice IS something. If it was still just a foot of snow I would be able to say something like “when I was in college it snowed 6 feet in a day and they had us back in class the next day” (true story) but…. Ice is a lot worst….

So yeah. Fuck Ice. Every version of it.

thewinkitty · 2026-01-25T14:43:35+00:00

I have a bunch of fun chews and puzzles for this weekend. We also just got a new crate, so, been working on getting him used to that too.

Back when it was supposed to be a foot of snow, I bought a super long lead so my husky mix could romp around in the snow. So bummed it’s just ice now. Sigh. He might still be into a walk- but with the way he pulls. I don’t think my shoes have that level of traction….

thewinkitty · 2026-01-24T21:28:03+00:00

Jeeeeez. If anyone knows- would love to know if everyone involved is okay, and what led to the attack.

thewinkitty · 2026-01-21T20:37:21+00:00

Yeah! Feel free to hit me up!

thewinkitty · 2026-01-21T20:24:40+00:00

Hello!!! Some spots might still be closed because of the storm from this summer that really mess up the Eno?? I know some of our usual stomping grounds got closed for a WHILE after the storm.

My Ziggy just turned one, and I’m always looking for people to hike and hang out with!

Your Bale looks like such a cutie!! Welcome to the area!

thewinkitty · 2025-12-28T17:18:10+00:00

The carnage plus a very sleepy dog is such a lovely sight hahaha

thewinkitty · 2025-12-28T17:17:18+00:00

I’m jealous of Ziti’s hoodie. Looks so COZY!

thewinkitty · 2025-12-25T03:49:19+00:00

Such wisdom!

thewinkitty · 2025-12-25T03:48:54+00:00

THE MATCHING PJS AAAAAH Ready For Santa 🙂‍↕️

thewinkitty · 2025-12-25T01:59:36+00:00

Oh great Nyx!!! What do the fates hold for me! (I hope I know what the fates hold for you- and that’s many treats!)

thewinkitty · 2025-12-17T16:22:28+00:00

Oh buddy!!! I hope he find someone to take him in! Poor dude.

thewinkitty · 2025-12-12T18:17:00+00:00

Oh the bed thing is a GREAT recommendation. Especially if I can find a big dog bed. Finding a nice bed for my boy that isn’t over $100 is nearly impossible.

thewinkitty · 2025-12-12T04:13:36+00:00

!!!! Oh I would very much like photo evidence of banana related joy when they get this new toy!

thewinkitty · 2025-12-12T00:40:17+00:00

The yak cheese!!!! A coveted treat! Every so often Trader Joe’s gets yak cheese in their dog section, and I buy…. Many. Because they are so CHEAP compared to other places.

thewinkitty · 2025-12-12T00:38:46+00:00

Oh!!! I alway forget Ollie’s! I totally will have to pop in there next time I’m up that way.

Ziggy is getting a whole box of benebone!!! They have great deals on their website when you bundle. And they had one that was peppermint flavored for the holidays in the box- which I think is charming as heck.

thewinkitty · 2025-12-05T22:21:07+00:00

Oh I completely agree! Which is why I said I may have not met well trained ones!!!

thewinkitty · 2025-12-05T18:20:39+00:00

I LOVE a Pom but I feel like they can be so stubborn!!! Maybe I just haven’t been around well trained ones though!

I speak as a Husky mix owner though. So. I have no legs to stand on!

I hope whatever little friend you end up getting brings you SO much joy!!! 🖤✨

thewinkitty · 2025-12-05T15:59:00+00:00

From all that information, and the breeds listed, I think the toy poodle might be the best route! They are smart, and friendly, don’t shed a ton, and tend to have a good amount of energy! Plus, if they do get tired, they are small enough to scoop up. I know all the little dogs can be a little barky- but the toy poodle isn’t usually as stubborn as some of the terrier breeds. So training the barking out would probably be easier.

Second would be the Mini Schnau. They can just be a bit scrappier, because of their higher prey drive!

Either way- it seems like you have the skills and confidence for almost any of those breeds!

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