Oh, the joys of getting a new puppy! If you’re thinking about getting your first puppy or have just brought one home, hopefully I can offer some helpful advice for you. I recently brought home a puppy myself and reality hit fast. If you’re anything like me, I had no idea how much work a… Continue reading Advice From A New Puppy Owner
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“Four on the Floor” – Positive Reinforcement Training for Jumping Up
When trying to stop dogs from jumping up, most people try to correct the behavior by using punishment. With positive reinforcement, however, you want to focus on what you want your dog to do rather than what you want them not to do. So, when teaching your dog not to jump up, you want to… Continue reading “Four on the Floor” – Positive Reinforcement Training for Jumping Up
Dad Moment #2 – Proud Papa
Babies are full of surprises – and sometimes Dad’s just take a little longer to get the hang of it. This proud Papa was finally welcomed into Club Dad when his son initiated him by this common occurrence. Looks like Dad is going to have to work on his deflective reflexes! What is your favorite… Continue reading Dad Moment #2 – Proud Papa
{Perfect Party} Nautical Party Color Trends
From elegant seaside events to sweet indoor parties, the nautical party theme is popping up for all types of celebrations. Traditional anchor and nautical party colors will give your event a classic feel, especially when paired with our Ahoy – Nautical party theme. Start your celebration with a perfectly-themed invitation. Add all of your own… Continue reading {Perfect Party} Nautical Party Color Trends
A Holiday Treat for You: Free Downloadable Gift Tags!
A special holiday treat just for you: Free downloadable gift tags! Designed by the Creative Experts at BigDotofHappiness.com, these tags are available in five stylish designs. Each tag features a chic holiday design with messages like “Merry & Bright” and “Peace Love Joy.” Use them to personalize packages big and small; your loved ones will… Continue reading A Holiday Treat for You: Free Downloadable Gift Tags!
Mom Moment #17 – Kids are Clean, Mom is Not
We make our kids look great – clean clothes, perfect hair, wiped faces and brushed teeth. In the midst of dressing a picture-worthy kiddo, we sometimes overlook ourselves. What’s your Mom Moment? Tell us below in the comments and it may be featured as one of our favorites.
Customer Moments: Last Minute Decorating
It’s a beautiful day here at Big Dot of Happiness! We wanted to share a quick story about one of our dear customers who needed a little last minute help: A woman called us on a Thursday morning and was beyond stressed. She had been planning a baby shower for her sister with other family… Continue reading Customer Moments: Last Minute Decorating
Is Your Elderly Dog Losing His Hearing? Tips for Hearing Loss in Older Pets
Every morning our dog anxiously awaits me letting him outside for his potty break. I usually have enough time to get dressed and then head back to the door to find him waiting to be let back in. Unfortunately, this morning he wasn’t there. I was in the backyard hollering away and unfortunately, he still… Continue reading Is Your Elderly Dog Losing His Hearing? Tips for Hearing Loss in Older Pets
Mom Moment #46 – Baby Talk
We love our kiddos and would do anything for them, but sometimes being a Mom makes you forget how to talk to other adults. What’s your Mom Moment? Tell us below in the comments and it may be featured as one of our favorites.
Customer Moments: Ultrasound Surprise
What a Thrilling Thursday it is in Expert Expert land today! We wanted to share a special story with you regarding a customer who called us in an absolute panic: We had a future grandmother call us completely frazzled! She had placed an order using our adorable Little Cowgirl baby shower theme for her daughter’s… Continue reading Customer Moments: Ultrasound Surprise