July and August are the months to get yourself outdoors, not just to get some beach time but also to enjoy events that help Mother Nature. Broadway Barks! This event started from the passionate commitment of Bernadette Peters and Mary Tyler Moore, conceived to promote the adoption of shelter animals. When: Saturday, July 11, 2009 <... >
You are what you eat, that’s the old adage. Sometimes we are good and finish all our veggies on the plate. Often we’re bad and grab a quick bite at the nearest fast food outlet. But at least we have a choice of what, when and how we eat. Our dog or cat doesn’t really <... >
It’s 11pm and all you want to do is fall asleep on the couch while watching TV. But wait, you have to walk the dog first. You begrudgingly put on your shoes, socks and jacket, wait for the elevator, go outside in the rain and run into someone you haven’t seen in 10 years and <... >
Nothing is better than puppy kisses, and if you’re a pet parent, you let your dog or cat lick your face. But how many times a day does your pet brush her teeth? I brush my teeth a minimum of twice a day, three if I’ve had an especially tasty lunch. Darby my dog, on <... >
Awards are always good. Remember the gold star you craved for in kindergarten? Three award-winning standouts at the Global Pet Expo earlier this year are new on store shelves, and you should give them a second look. After all, they won the Best In Show in their categories, beating out hundreds of products. A sure <... >
We have cramped apartments the size of shoeboxes, that’s the fate of the urban dweller. Yet, we lavish most of our precious real estate on our critters, with their toys, bowls and pet beds encroaching on most of our floor space. So why not integrate their need for a functional resting place and our elegant <... >
The Dogswalk Against Cancer has taken place for the past 17 years supporting this important cause and this year’s event promises to be the premier pet-centric charity event in New York City. The 18th Dogswalk Against Cancer in Riverside Park scheduled for May 3rd 2009, will be an exciting walk-a-thon and festival aimed at fighting <... >
It’s spring time, time for flowers, Easter bonnets and all things colorful. Even if you don’t have a garden to grow a bunch of tulips, or even a green thumb to sustain a potted plant, bring the outdoors in with these cute flowery items for your pet. Harness your inner Martha Stewart with a vibrant <... >
The whole month of April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month and every year the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals – ASPCA (http://www.aspca.org) spreads its message with the annual Go Orange for Animals campaign, and this year’s event will be bigger than ever. The ASPCA will kick off Go Orange <... >
Not all of us are dog, cat or even lizard people. Some of us might want a pet that is a pure ball of fluff like a bunny. Before you go out and get a rabbit, be sure you know what’s in store for you. Contrary to popular belief, having a rabbit as a pet <... >
We drop off our pets, sometimes daily, at kitty or doggie daycare, entrusting someone else to spend time with our furry friends. Who are these people, these animal caregivers, who love our dog or cat as much as we do? And what really goes on behind the scenes that we might not know about? We <... >
Some days, it may feel like you’re back in school again: multitude of classes at work teaching you effective communication, people management, networking, all of which you feel you don’t need. Then at the end of your day, you have even more classes: yoga, strength training, dancing, these you definitely want. The list seems endless. <... >
Celebrate St Patrick’s Day in style. Of course there’ll be the “tasteful” green beer, corned beef and cabbage, and the usual “Kiss Me I’m Irish” t-shirts, even if your family has never set foot on the Emerald Isle. However the only way to celebrate is to make sure your best friend is dressed up to <... >
The best dog show is upon us once again – The 133rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (http://www.WestminsterKennelClub.org). It doesn’t get any bigger or more spectacular than this. Get your furry eyeful by heading over to Madison Square Garden, New York on Monday and Tuesday February 9th & 10th. General Admission tickets are good for <... >
It’s named the Dyson “Animal” for a reason…actually, make it two reasons! First, this little handheld vacuum really acts like an animal as it continuously cleans for 6 minutes without losing power. Secondly, in addition to a brush tool, the Animal also comes with a special motorized brush bar perfect for picking up all kinds <... >
My friend just started dating a really great guy. He seems to like her as much as she likes him, but it’s still early days yet in their relationship. So she’s having a bit of a quandary on what to get him for Valentine’s Day. She wants to give him something nice, without presuming too <... >
Does you pooch have a leather dog collar,†‬well that’s not really animal friendly,†‬when you think about it.†‬Fabric dog collarâ€? ‬Apparently it’s a bacteria breeding ground.†‬Although handmade ones are pretty chic like favorites made by†‬Lucky Fiona†(‬find it on†‬www.etsy.comâ€)‬.†‬Nylonâ€? ‬Fashionableâ€? ‬Well,†‬that depends,†‬as long as it’s not fluorescentâ€! <... >
It may seem that on every other corner of†‬New York City,†‬you’ll stumble across a cute pet boutique or a showy doggy daycare.†‬However,†‬some neighborhoods are more blessed than others when it comes to a choice of discerning stores.†‬If you live downtown near the eastern part of the financial district,†‬an area <... >
It’s the season of mistletoe,†‬gingerbread,†‬candy canes†… ‬and endless hours gift-wrappingâ€! ‬No matter what I get for my dear friends and family during the holidays,†‬my favorite part is wrapping the actual gift.†‬I’m no Martha Stewart,†‬but I do like to put a different spin on the packaging. Helping me in my <... >
Is your dog drinking responsibly? Does he take sips of your beer? Do you find tell-tale nose or tongue prints on your drink glass when you aren’t looking? Then it might be time to pick up a six-pack of Bowser Beer (www.3BusyDogs.com) for the holidays! Made from beef and chicken broth with pure malt barley, <... >
