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A hilariously helpful dog newsletter packed with real tips, funny tales, and Sheltie-sized wisdom for every dog parent.

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Sep 1, 2025

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10 min read

The Magic of the Marker Word

By the Dad, the One Who Buys the Treats and Holds the Leash

Greg Burke

The Puppy Return Policy

Biscuit wanted to send Kevin back—until she discovered that a troublesome little brother could also become her best friend.

Greg Burke

Sep 17, 2026

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4 min read

The Figure 8

Trick of the Month!

Greg Burke

Ticks, Fur and Tweezers: Every Dog Owner’s Guide

Sep 3, 2026

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4 min read

Ticks, Fur and Tweezers: Every Dog Owner’s Guide

How to identify & remove ticks

Greg Burke

Aug 20, 2026

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4 min read

Biscuit’s Backyard Barbecue Inspection

A backyard cookout, three hungry dogs, and a reminder that some leftovers belong in the garbage—not the dog bowl.

Greg Burke

Aug 6, 2026

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4 min read

Peekaboo Pup!

Trick of the Month!

Greg Burke

Jul 24, 2026

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4 min read

A Clean Mouth Is Nothing to Bark At

Dentyl Hygiene is not only important for humans

Greg Burke

Jul 2, 2026

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5 min read

The Lifeguard Committee

What the Biscuit lifeguard committee taught us about keeping dogs safe around water

Greg Burke

Jun 18, 2026

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6 min read

Hold it!

Trick of the Month: Balance a Treat Without Exploding

Greg Burke

Come When Called — Yes, Even at the Dog Park

Jun 4, 2026

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5 min read

Come When Called — Yes, Even at the Dog Park

How to make yourself more exciting than squirrels, sniffing, and every other terrible decision your dog is considering

Greg Burke

Featured Posts

The Magic of the Marker Word

Archive

The Puppy Return Policy

The Figure 8

Ticks, Fur and Tweezers: Every Dog Owner’s Guide

Biscuit’s Backyard Barbecue Inspection

Peekaboo Pup!

A Clean Mouth Is Nothing to Bark At

The Lifeguard Committee

Hold it!

Come When Called — Yes, Even at the Dog Park

The Chronicles Newsletter