Dock Dogs at Discovery Green
... and fireworks don’t do it for you this Independence Day weekend, how about some canine competition in the middle of downtown Houston? Dock dogs is coming to Discovery Green for three days of amazing, big-jumping competition from July 2-4.
Unlike dog shows like Westminster, Dock dogs is open to pups of all ages, breeds, and backgrounds. No need to dig out any papers on purebred status – the Dock dogs competitions are equal opportunity: old and young, mutts and purebred, experienced...
July 1st, 2010 | Christina Uticone | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: dogs, event, featuredarticle
Calling All Dogs: Woofstock, June 12-13
Dog owners and lovers are a breed unto themselves. I have seen people pushing their dogs in specially designed strollers, feeding them filet mignon, dressing them in custom designed clothing and treating them better than most humans. However, none of this will seem remotely unusual for the estimated 300,000 dog lovers that will be attending Woofstock, June 12 – 13.
In it’s 8th year, Woofstock is the largest outdoor festival for dogs in North America. Held in the historic St. Lawrence...
June 3rd, 2010 | Jane Apor | Read More | Comments: 4Filed under: dogs, featuredarticle, festival, pets
Sydney Dogs Get Ready to Bark in the Park
Everyone and their dog will head to Victoria Park this Saturday to celebrate the annual Beneful Bark in the Park event.
The Today show’s roving weatherman Steve Jacobs and his pup Jake will host the free event, which features plenty of fun entertainment for you and your four-legged friends. Fido will lap up the free dog washing and grooming, and free Beneful samples. Meanwhile you’ll get a kick out of the free caricature artist, free live music, and giveaways.
This one of those rare days that...
March 2nd, 2010 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: dogs, Family Friendly, pets
Merry Christmas from Southern California
Merry Christmas from Sadie and Daisy in sunny Southern California!
Photo Credit: Abbie Mood
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December 25th, 2009 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: christmas, dogs
AKC’s Top 10 Dogs in L.A.
... Poodle
As you can see, the ever-popular Labrador Retriever takes the number one spot on both lists, as well as overall in the United States. Many dogs that are popular in the Los Angeles area seem to be the same ones that are popular in the United States.
What about you readers, what kind of dog do you have?
Photo Credit: Flickr
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December 16th, 2009 | Abbie Mood | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: AKC, dogs
Woof, Woof, Cesar Millan The Dog Whisperer
Celebrity dog trainer Cesar Millan, aka The Dog Whisperer, will be sharing his dog training secrets and tips on how to transform dogs and their owners at the GMU Patriot Center in Fairfax, Virginia next month.
Millan has built his dog training business into an empire with a hit television show, Dog Whisperer, along with several dog training books and DVDs.
His philosophy is simple, that dogs have three basic needs – exercise, discipline and love.
He claims to rehabilitate dogs but train their...
November 22nd, 2009 | Jon Rochetti | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: Cesar Millan, dog training, Dog Whisperer, dogs, Events, pets
Dogs Day Out at Cronulla
... along the Cronulla foreshore. Every doggy participant will be rewarded for their efforts with a free Natural Balance breakfast and dog tags.
The dogs aren’t the only ones to enjoy brekkie though. After the walk you can enjoy a BBQ breakfast, and all the other day’s activities. There’ll be prizes for the best dressed dogs, a doggy beauty parlour to spruce your pal up, flyball and agility displays, and the curiously named Poo Patrol Treasure Hunt. It doesn’t sound like the kind of treasure...
August 27th, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: charity, Cronulla, Dog's Breakfast, dogs, Events, Family Friendly, Lucas Reserve, pets, Wanda Beach
The Dog-Walkers of Buenos Aires
I am certain you will come across this peculiar scene a few times while you are visiting Buenos Aires: a guy (or gal) walking about ten dogs or more of different sizes and shapes. This guy is one of the infamous dog-walkers of Buenos Aires.
dogs are the most popular pets here in the city, and as most people live in apartments and work all day, the dogs have to be taken out on a regular basis. Dog-walkers have the job of doing this while people work. They have to walk the dogs twice each day,...
June 30th, 2009 | Pablo Juan Augustinowicz | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: Attractions, Buenos Aires, dogs, History & Informationi, Outdoors & Recreation
Surf City’s Shorebreak Hotel
Billing itself as “upscale luxury meets beach casual,” the new Shorebreak Hotel sits near Huntington Beach’s (official moniker “Surf City”) most enviable intersection at Pacific Coast Highway and Main Street–a place known as “The Strand” where surf culture, fine dining, hip bars, eclectic shops, and all good things come together. Modern and newly constructed, the Shorebreak is not only pet friendly but is also only about a mile away from Dog Beach,...
June 13th, 2009 | M. L. Johnson | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: beach, dogs, Hotels & Places to Stay, outdoor dining, Restaurants & Bars, shops, surfing
Guide Dogs of America Invite You….
Assisting blind and visually impaired people for more than six decades, the Guide dogs of America (and their peeps) invite the public to an open house on June 13th. Activities include puppy trials, tours, a guide dog demonstration, a silent auction, raffles, food, and merchandise sales. All proceeds go to this worthy program, which provides guide dogs at no charge for those in need.
Whether attending the open house or not, this organization is always happy to dispense information on its three main...
May 29th, 2009 | M. L. Johnson | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: dogs, Events, Family Friendly
Love Your Dog at Lovedogs in Barcelona
... tiny booties is a bit weird, but it takes all kinds and if you are the sort who wants your Chihuahua to wear sneakers, then you can get them at Lovedogs Boutique.
Not only will you find shoes for man’s-best-friend at Lovedogs, but you will also find stylish frocks and delicate collars. A pink leather collar with rhinestones will cost you a modest €65, a real steal for making your pet feel like a princess…….
There are also specialty carrying cases in a rainbow of colors...
April 6th, 2009 | thebarcelonaguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: dogs, lovedogs, Shopping, unique buys
Pampered Pups at Paw Paws Spa
Pampered pooches have a new Sydney hangout – the Paw Paws Urban Retreat! This is one place where dogs are treated like royalty!
dogs can stay overnight, or stop in for a relaxing treatment. I must admit, I’m getting a little jealous reading about the black vanilla bean butter rubs, petal puddles bubble bath, and sprinkles spritzer!
As you can imagine, pooches are completely pampered when they stay here. Pups are woken each morning with cuddles, and there’s plenty of time for play and luxury...
January 26th, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: dog friendly, dogs, Just a Bit Weird - Fun & Quirky Places, kennel, Paws Paws, spa, Sydney
Dog-Friendly Sydney Beaches For You and Your Best Friend!
... friends? Here are a few seaside spots you can take the whole family, Rover included!
Sirius Cove (Sirius Cove Road, Mosman)
Sirius Cove allows dogs on the beach and in the water all day through the week, and from 4 pm to 9 am on weekends and public holidays. Waste bins and bags are provided, so remember not to leave any nasty surprises for the next visitors!
Silver Beach (Kurnell)
dogs are permitted to run and play between the third and fourth groyne from the western end.
Foreshore Beach (Foreshore...
January 21st, 2009 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: beach, dog friendly, dogs, Sports & Recreation, Sydney
Dogs Can Stay at Sydney’s Sebel Pier One
The Sebel Pier One is the latest Sydney hotel to open its doors to dogs!
Rooms at the luxury hotel start at $225, and you can add an extra $60 for the privilege of staying with your pooch. Eleven rooms have been set aside for dogs: three heritage, six queen-sized waterside, and two king-sized waterside.
The hotel has a dog minding service for those times you want to see the city or have dinner without Rover’s company.
It’s a pricy proposition, but one that’s still sure to appeal to...
December 1st, 2008 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: dog friendly, dogs, Hotels & Places to Stay, pet-friendly, Sebel Pier One, Sydney, The-Rocks
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