About Grigorina S

I've grown up surrounded by animals - dogs, cats, cows, goats, sheep, and horses and that has shaped me into what I am today - a crazy cat lady who always has a place for one more cat (or a dog). I've got two female cats - Kitty and Roni, and two tomcats - Blacky and Shaggy, but I also feed my neighbors' cats when they come for a visit. I just can't say no to them.
I discovered that writing is my vocation early in my school years. Since then I've taken part in several literature contests - writing horror and fantasy short stories and novellas.
For the past three years, I've been an ELS teacher, pouring my heart into showing children and teenagers how important English is for their future and trying to educate them how to treat their pets with care.

5 Tips to Train a Dog to Be Calm Around Strangers

March 19, 2019 By Grigorina S Leave a Comment

Do you know how to train a dog to be calm around strangers? If you don’t, greeting guests, visitors or clients at home might be a challenge. But how can you get your dog to calm down and behave? Keep reading, and you’ll find out. 5 tips for training a dog to be calm … [Read more...]

Are Two Dogs More Than Twice as Difficult as Just One?

March 13, 2019 By Grigorina S Leave a Comment

Is having two dogs more than twice as difficult as having just one? If you're worried that you're in more than double the amount of work, read on! A reader asked me that question the other day, and it made me think: is it just twice as much work or is there more to … [Read more...]

Do Dogs Sense Death in a Loved One?

March 6, 2019 By Grigorina S Leave a Comment

Do dogs sense death? If you believe that your dog knows when a loved one is about to die, you're not alone. Many people believe that dogs have a sixth sense, especially in regards to illness and impending death. While we all know that dogs are great in so many ways, do … [Read more...]

How to Teach Your Dog to Swim in 7 Steps

February 26, 2019 By Grigorina S Leave a Comment

Ever wonder how to teach your dog to swim? As long as your dog is physically capable of swimming, training them to do it is easier than you might think! Today, we'll talk a bit about which breeds can and can't swim. Then, I'll give you the exact steps you need to follow … [Read more...]

What are the Signs a Dog is Dying from Kidney Failure

February 25, 2019 By Grigorina S Leave a Comment

Knowing the signs a dog is dying from from kidney failure could mean the difference between life and death for your pup. When caught early (and with proper treatment), dogs can survive with kidney disease for years. Unfortunately, dogs hide their discomfort so well that we … [Read more...]

What are the Chances That an Indoor Dog Contracts Heartworm?

February 19, 2019 By Grigorina S Leave a Comment

What are the chances that an indoor dog contracts heartworm if they are not on a preventative medication? Since heartworm is one of the most dangerous dog parasites, it's a good question to know the answer to. If you're on the fence about giving your indoor dog a heartworm … [Read more...]

5 Signs That Your Dog May Be Dying of Cancer

February 18, 2019 By Grigorina S Leave a Comment

What are the signs a dog is dying of cancer? No pet parent ever wants to think about that question or imagine that it could happen to our fur kids. Unfortunately, cancer is one of the leading causes of death in older dogs. Understanding the symptoms of cancer in dogs is … [Read more...]