October 13, 2011

Dog + Baby = Double the Love

We’re back after a brief hiatus and are happy to announce a new member to the pack. Laly became a big sister in August and not to a new dog but to a baby girl named Penelope. Seven weeks later, she hasn’t eaten the baby and we’re adjusting nicely. That’s not without a few jealous sibling antics that include repeated attempts to sit on Penny, take over the crib, and make the nursery her new pee spot.


For the past two years, Laly has been a spoiled only child and I’m determined to not demote her to “family dog” with the addition of a baby. If anything, now there’s double the love. We go to the dog run more than before and Laly gets to play with cool baby toys that squeak, crinkle, and play music. A constant stream of visitors also keeps her entertained, which beats waiting for the dog walker when I was at work. Now, I’m just counting the months until Penny eats solid food so that they can really become best friends.

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August 21, 2011

Dear Dog, I Love You

Dear Dog, I Love You is a short romantic comedy filmed in Brooklyn about a guy who thinks his dog can talk, starring the up and coming dog actor, Paul Newman. Not to be confused with the late human actor, Paul Newman is an adorable Basset Hound with an under dog to wonder dog story. Just a few years ago, he was found in an abandoned garage by the Mid-Atlantic Basset Hound Rescue Group and matched with a wonderful trainer and caretaker.

The short is a passion project led by Columbia film student, Jed Cowley. He already shot the film and has created a kickstarter campaign to raise funds for post production. Cowley plans to share the film with shelters and the rescue community in hopes that some of the proceeds can help support the rescue process.

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August 19, 2011

Keep Your Dog On A Tight Leash

Brooklyn dog owners beware. Dognappings are on the rise with three incidents occurring just this month. The most recent involves Matsu, the Yorkie who was dognapped in Fort Greene while its owner stepped into a deli. Remember that it only takes a minute for some creep to snatch your dog. You wouldn’t leave a kid alone so don’t do it with Fido.

During another incident, Winston the Westie got away from his owners in Prospect Park during off-leash hours. After being found and returned to a police officer, Winston was stupidly given away to a group of women in a car with Virginia license plates who falsely claimed to be his owners. Over a week later and this poor pooch is still missing. The only good thing to come of this tragedy is that during their frantic search, Winston’s owners were able to reunite another missing dog with its family.

This month I also read about a few dogs that got away from their walkers. You’ll be relieved to learn that Jack’s story in Brooklyn Heights has a happy ending. Jack was safely returned home after his owners canvassed the neighborhood with news of his disappearance. He was found thanks to some folks with a few Frenchies, the 2 NYPD officers who caught him, Monster Mutts, Mobile Mutts and other walkers and searchers. It was great to see neighbors post sightings and help with the rescue effort on the Brooklyn Heights Blog.

Now that I’ve spooked you into never leaving your dog’s side, remember to get your dog microchipped. It’s quick, painless, inexpensive and could help you recover a lost pet. Also consider investing in a device like Tagg, which uses GPS tracking technology that allows you to see where your dog is and be notified if they wander off. We had our own scare this month after Laly decided to go on rumspringa during our beach vacation. Blame us, blame an open fence but the important thing is that we got her back after the longest ten minutes of my life. No dog owner should have to go through that.

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August 12, 2011

Fun Stuff To Do With Your Dog in August

Don’t let the dog days of summer slip by without doing something fun with your pooch. August is filled with dog friendly activities to get you out of the air conditioning and outdoors. Just remember to keep hydrated.

Join the Wags For Wellness walk across the Brooklyn Bridge on Saturday, August 13. Start at the Salty Paw (38 Peck Slip, South Street Seaport) anytime between 11 am and 2 pm and end at Hillside Dog Park for an after party with treats, refreshments, and raffle prizes. Andrea Arden of Animal Planet’s Underdog to Wonderdog will be there to give a dog training demonstration.

The event is sponsored by the Salty Paw, Andrea Arden Dog Training, Throw me a Bone NYC, Rocco and Jezebel, and Pawgua. Tickets are $30. Proceeds will be donated to the Animal Medical Center and Animal Haven Shelter.

Let your dog strut its stuff at this year’s Wash Avenue Rocks! Doggie Fashion Show on Saturday, August 20. The second annual street fair hosted by the Washington Ave/Prospect Heights Association invites all breeds to join the runway party. The event starts at 2:45pm and there’s no cost to participate. To sign up, contact Guerline of Fanci Pooches & Purrs (347) 533-6655.

Take your dog to the ball game and see the Cyclones vs. The Tri-City Valley Cats on Monday, August 22. Dogs are welcome to the annual Bark in the Park event hosted by the Mayor’s Alliance for New York City Animals, Maddie’s Fund, and Brooklyn Bark. Look out for the Adoption Van with specially screened dogs and cats looking for a home. First pitch by the Maddie’s Fund mascot is at 6:30 pm and game time is 7:00 pm. There’s also a meet and greet with the stars of the NYC TV reality show, Doggie Moms.

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August 8, 2011

Dog vs. Human Anatomy Infographic

Here’s a fun infographic courtesy of Pet 365 in the UK to cure your Monday back-to-work-blues. We’re certainly having a case of the Mondays after spending a week off-leash on the beach.

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August 3, 2011

Help a Soldier Bring His Best Friend Home

I’ve recently come across uplifting stories about dogs helping vets with PTS and the organizations that train these companion service animals. But what happens when a soldier stationed abroad bonds with a dog and has to come home? Bringing home their pet is a complicated and expensive process that could use your help. A soldier’s story on Reddit inspired me to write this post. While in Afghanistan he fell in love with a puppy named Khan and has two weeks to get him home to Colorado. Support the cause by visiting Khan’s page on the Puppy Rescue Mission, an organization dedicated to helping troops bring their dogs home.

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August 1, 2011

Brooklyn Dog Butts & The Dog Scene

Look out for the Brooklyn puparazzi the next time you’re out walking the dog. The Dog Scene and Brooklyn Dog Butts are capturing the fluffy mugs and rear ends of neighborhood pooches. Since we came across these blogs, they’ve been at the top of our procrastination reading list.

The Dog Scene describes itself as capturing and celebrating those gleeful moments when dogs of all breeds, colors, shapes and sizes take to the street on their daily walks and get to show their stuff. It was started by dog and photography lovers, James and Barbara who frequent the pooch friendly Smorgasbord, Mr. Sunday parties and neighborhoods from Cobble Hill to Williamsburg.

According to Brooklyn Dog Butts, the site is a schizophrenic photo blog of life in Brooklyn and beyond featuring food, music, fashion and dogs and their butts. The dog butt of the day is guaranteed to make you smile.

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