Halloween is the perfect time to play dress-up, to let your fantasies take over. Be a superhero for a day, dress like Wonder Woman for work, which is what you are after all. Or bring out the Betty in you and go in an ugly bee suit! If you lack the courage to don an <... >
Who says charity can’t be fun, fashionable and self-promotional? Show your philanthropic spirit with some playful attire, and save some innocent animals at the same time. Who’s Your Daddy? tees feature Jake, a final contestant in the World’s Ugliest Dog contest, and a mascot for The Humane Society’s Stop Puppy Mills campaign. Sadly, cute Jake <... >
It’s been a long time coming but it’s finally official: New York City canines can run free during limited hours in city parks sans leashes! Throughout a three step process, NYCdog (www.NYCdog.org) the group that lobbied for new regulation securing the limited leash-free hours, has fought to give “man’s best friend” their freedom of exploring <... >
No holds barred! It seems that pet parents (me included) will spare no expense to ensure that their pooch is adorned with the prettiest attire, the brightest baubles and munches on the tastiest treat. This past week, I spent a gorgeous day indoors at the Metropolitan Pavilion for Pet Fashion Week New York (www.petfashionweek.com) to <... >
While he’s dealing with losing his “empire” because of his barbaric support of dog fighting, Michael Vick is sure to have plenty to chew on. It is with great enjoyment that we can say that now your pooch will have a bit of Vick’s hide to gnaw at, too. The Michael Vick Chew Toy is <... >
With the temperature soaring in summer, it’s simple to keep my dog Darby cool with a few common sense tips. Sometimes, I take my cue from my dog herself — she usually finds the breeziest spot in the house (the bathroom because of the cool tile) and will paw me and let me know when <... >
Ever wonder why your pet sometimes demonstrates inappropriate behavior? Could Fido or Kitty possibly be a pervert? We posed some indelicate questions to Parvene Farhoody, a highly qualified animal behavior expert who owns Behavior Matters (www.BehaviorMatters.com) an animal behavior consulting and training service in New York City. We asked her the questions you were afraid <... >
Small or large, barking or purring, long-haired or short – no matter what form our pet takes, here at BN we love our animals. And we have our favorite products, services and places for our furry friends. Grooming The eastside Tomy Maugeri Dog Salon (www.TomyDog.com) is a favorite of our multi-hyphenated Founder-Publisher-Beauty Editor Kimberly McDonald <... >
The inconvenient truth is that we’re not always kind to Mother Nature. Most of us however, are doing whatever we can to reduce, reuse and recycle. In curtailing our impact on our planet, why not minimize the carbon paw print of our pets as well. Annie’s Sweatshop (www.AnniesSweatshop.com) offers sustainable and handcrafted notions that are <... >
My pooch Darby must hide a watch somewhere on her furry body. Or she’s highly perceptive. Without fail, when my favorite prime-time TV show ends, she’ll jump up from her sleeping spot and start prancing around the living room. That’s her indicator that she wants to go out, her last time before bed. I’ll put <... >
Intimate getaways are easy to find. But they’re a little harder if you want your getaway to include both your beau and your bow-wow. It’s true -there are only a handful of romantic Bed and Breakfast establishments that will accept your dog. If you’re looking for a dog-friendly B&B, take a drive to Dover, Delaware. <... >
Weddings are sugar, spice and all things nice. They’re supposed to be, anyway. But what if your bridesmaids are not the flowery romantic type? Sure, they acquiesced to adorn the petunia pink concoction that your future mother-in-law insists is the perfect dress. They’re doing it only because they love you (and you know too many <... >
Your dog is your best friend, confidant and accessory du jour. She is also coordinated to go with your unique lifestyle and inimitable fashion sense. You can now get a Puggle (Pug and Beagle mix) or a Shorkie (Shih Tzu and Yorkie mix). You have allergies? No problem! Get a supposedly hypo-allergenic Cavachon (Cavalier King <... >
The second Sunday in May is devoted to mothers. It’s the day to remember not just my gracious mother who drives me crazy with her busy-body questions, but also for all the mothers in my life. Like my sister who is juggling two teenage kids with an active community schedule, and my best friend who <... >
The pet food recall has gotten out of hand. So many brands aren’t safe anymore, with updates being issued almost daily by various companies. Not only are dog and cat food on the recall lists, but it seems that some pet treats have been tainted as well. It doesn’t matter if the brand is expensive, <... >
Easter is upon us. If you’re thinking of giving a furry bunny as a gift, think again. Rabbits will become part of your family, and they need love and care. Keep this in mind: each year, unwanted, former Easter rabbits fill local rabbit rescues and humane societies. The goal of the “Make Mine Chocolate!™” www.MakeMineChocolate.org <... >
What better way to celebrate Spring than by donning something bright and cheery? Especially on Tuesday, April 10th! The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals™ (ASPCA™) www.aspca.org will be celebrating ASPCA Day and encouraging animal lovers nationwide to GO ORANGE FOR ANIMALS! You won’t be alone by going orange. Buildings and landmarks <... >
Last Summer, my dog Darby and I had a fabulous time at the beach. Although it’s barely Spring, I can’t wait for us to be surfing the waves again this year. However, not all dogs love the water. If you’re planning a great beach vacation this year, but aren’t sure if your furry friend will <... >
The recent pet food recall had me worried. My dog was eating one of the recalled brands, but thankfully not the batch listed as contaminated. I checked all the cans in my pantry against the list. If you’re a concerned pet owner, you can do the same by going to www.menufoods.com/recall. There are 53 dog <... >
When I first moved to New York City, I was one of the fortunate ones who found an affordable and fabulous place to stay within my first week in the city. I moved in with a real estate agent and shared a huge two bedroom, two bath apartment on the Upper East Side. There was <... >
