Rusty Dogs Life

Check out these recent photos of Toby! Trainer Tommy said Toby was off-leash in the store and doing much better in public. Just two more days, and I’ll have my boy back—can’t wait! Thanks, K9 Hideaway.

Learning and growing are so much fun for Sir Toby. What wonderful progress he is making. Just look at that distance and loose leash walking. WOW!

Thank you, Tommy & K9 Hideaway, for providing all the photos and updates.

With K9 Hideaway – I just got recognized as one of their top fans! 🎉

Toby is making exciting progress and having a fantastic time at K9 Hideaway Board & Train with Tommy. He is in “Boarding School” for two weeks. Toby arrived on April 1, and I am eagerly looking forward to his return home on April 15—more Photos to come.

Creamy pumpkin yogurt peanut butter soft-serve ice cream for dogs with gentle digestion support and cozy flavor

Ingredients:

* 1 cup (240 g) pumpkin purée (plain, unsweetened, not pie filling)
* 1 cup (240 g) plain yogurt (unsweetened, no xylitol)
* 2 tbsp (30 g) peanut butter (unsweetened, xylitol-free, smooth)
* 1/2 tsp (1 g) ground cinnamon (optional, small amount)
* 2–4 tbsp (30–60 ml) water (as needed for blending)

Supplements:

* None

Instructions:

1. Add pumpkin purée, yogurt, and peanut butter to a blender or bowl.
2. Blend or mix until smooth and creamy.
3. Add cinnamon and mix well.
4. Add small amounts of water if needed to reach a soft, creamy consistency.
5. Serve immediately as soft-serve, or transfer to a container and freeze for 3–4 hours for a firmer texture.
6. Let sit 2–3 minutes before serving if fully frozen.

Storage:
Store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw slightly before serving for best texture.

Benefits:

* Pumpkin supports digestion and can help regulate stool consistency
* Yogurt provides probiotics for gut health
* Peanut butter enhances taste and provides healthy fats (ensure xylitol-free)

Calorie Information:
Approx. 320 kcal per batch; approx. 50–60 kcal per serving (assuming 6 small servings). Estimated based on standard ingredient values.

Toby said with that look, “Not another picture! Can you leave me alone, too? You’re worse than the strangers who constantly try to talk to me and pet me."

This gets pretty dull. When waiting and there are no zoomies to enjoy, all that's left is feeling bummed and watching people.

This toy was placed in many places to pick up my parents' scent. Today, when I took it to work with us, Toby found the toy after I hid it and played with it. The next thing I saw when I turned around was Sir Tobias curled up fast asleep with his new buddy.

Our yard looked like a winter wonderland for a da… nope, Toby Time!

Today, Toby passed his first Canine Good Citizen test. Way to go, little man!!!

When untrained pets or poorly trained service or emotional support dogs are in public places where they aren’t allowed, it has a real impact on people with disabilities and the trained they rely on for independence.

➡️ Learn more about service dogs: canine.org/servicedogmonth