Sunday, June 17, 2007

Planet Dog: A Doglopedia - 5 Star Dog Book Recommendation...

My 5 Star Dog Book Recommendation...
Planet Dog: A Doglopedia

Written By: Sandra Choron



This Dog Book Rocks!! It is great for every Dog owner and Lover, I have it on my coffee table and everyone who comes over loves to read through it. It is a terrific Dog Resource Book, Conversation Piece, with a little bit of everything you could ever think of about Dogs included inside.



Planet Dog: A Doglopedia

Book Description

For some people, the world spins on a slightly different axis, and life is often dictated by a cold nose nudging for a predawn outing, a stray dog hair in your coffee, and that daily race to get home after a long day's work and be greeted by slobbery kisses. Planet Dog is a jam-packed book of more than three-hundred lists about raising, loving, and living in the world with man's best friend. Combining the practical, the informative, and the entertaining, this unique encyclopedic treatment addresses not only the care of dogs but also their culture, their competitions, their breeding and behavioral characteristics even dog people themselves all in a feisty and easily accessible guide.

About the Author
Sandra Choron is a writer, editor, literary agent, book packager, and designer. Among other works, she and her husband, Harry Choron, a graphic designer, wrote The Book of Lists for Kids, which has been a perennial favorite of kids and parents alike. They live in Haworth, New Jersey. Sandra Choron is a writer, editor, literary agent, book packager, and designer. Among other works, she and her husband, Harry Choron, a graphic designer, wrote The Book of Lists for Kids, which has been a perennial favorite of kids and parents alike. They live in Haworth, New Jersey.

Saturday, June 16, 2007

Voted Best Pet Stores in Los Angeles at Citysearch...

Best Pet Stores in Los Angeles, Citysearch.com took a poll! Check out the results below...
Resource: www.losangeles.citysearch.com

Citysearch Audience Winners:

1. Puppies & Babies
8363 W Third St , Los Angeles , CA , 90048
Stylish matching outfits for your baby and your dog, though the puppy couture easily outranks the babywear.

2. Buster & Sullivan
451 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Ste D-122 , Manhattan Beach , CA , 90266

3. Barking Lot
336 N Larchmont Blvd , Los Angeles , CA , 90004-3012
Well-stocked pet shop carries luxe goodies for the pampered pet.

4. Fifi & Romeo Boutique
7282 Beverly Blvd , Los Angeles , CA , 90036-2545
Frilly doggie boutique where pampered pooches rule.

5. Elaine's Pet Depot
2919 Wilshire Blvd , Santa Monica , CA , 90403-4903
The warmth of a neighborhood pet shop with prices that rival chain warehouses.

6. The Wagging Tail
1123 Montana Ave , Santa Monica , CA , 90403
Pet boutique offers designer dog clothes, shoes, French perfume, tags, carrying bags, bedding and matching sets for pet and owner.

7. LA Doggie Style
1639 Silver Lake Blvd , Los Angeles , CA , 90026

8. Four Paws Only of Toluca Lake
10214 Riverside Dr , Toluca Lake , CA , 91602-2502

9. Spot!
456 S Robertson Blvd , Los Angeles , CA , 90048

10. Wagville
2400 San Fernando Rd , Los Angeles , CA , 90065
Full-service doggie day care, overnight group boarding (no cages), holistic health care, and 8,000 square feet of play space.

Citysearch Editorial Winner:

Fifi & Romeo Boutique
7282 Beverly Blvd , Los Angeles , CA , 90036-2545
Frilly doggie boutique where pampered pooches rule.

Get ALL the details at:
http://losangeles.citysearch.com/bestof/winners/pet_store

Monday, June 11, 2007

Art Bark Fest 2007 - Animal Art and Wine Festival - September 15th-16th...

ART BARK FEST - COMING SEPTEMBER 2007...


Tails by the Lake is hosting the 3rd annual Art Bark Fest
- Animal Art and Wine Festival at the Village at Squaw Valley, USA. Visit gorgeous Lake Tahoe and enjoy sipping fine wines and browsing fine art underneath the peaks of Squaw Valley.

The Art Bark Fest was created to combine the love of art and wine with the love of animals and is one of the only animal themed fine arts and wine festival in the country. The artwork varies from the work of Cholla the horse that paints abstract watercolors to a jeweler who creates a 14K gold necklace from your own dog's nose imprint. The unique artists attending the event vary from fine jewelry to crystal sculptures to oils and watercolors. The fine wines will also be animal themed - Graeser Winery’s 2002 Two Dog Vineyard Merlot to Mutt Lynch Winery's Unleashed Chardonnay. Up and coming Band, Kelly's Lot, will round out the festival will their eclectic mix of styles built on a Blues/Rock foundation. Throughout the day enjoy live music, dine, shop for art, or just relax and enjoy the fine wines from several renowned vineyards.

Whether you live in Reno, Grass Valley, Sacramento, Tahoe or the Bay Area, this event will be worth the travels! PETS WELCOME but must be on a leash at all times and have current vaccinations and tags.


Art Bark Fest 2007 - Animal Art & Wine Festival
The Village at Squaw Valley, USA (North Lake Tahoe)
When: Saturday, Sept 15th - Sunday Sept 16th
Time: 11:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Entry Fee: FREE ADMISSION
Wine Tasting - $25 (Includes Commemorative Glass)
Benefit for Humane Society Truckee-Tahoe and Squaw Rescue Dogs


If you are interested in becoming a vendor or sponsoring Art Bark Fest please email: info@tailsbythelake.com


Art Bark Fest is brought to you by...
Fido Friendly - The Travel Magazine for You and Your Dog!

Thursday, June 7, 2007

Find Local Dog Resources In Your Area On Citysearch...

Recommending a GREAT Local Search Directory with a lot of Pet Resources and more...

If you are a Pet Owner or in the Pet Business and are looking for local dog resources in your area, near your home or office, even when you are traveling, you must check out Citysearch.com's Nationwide Pet Directory:

There is a lot of good information on this site!
Resource: http://www.citysearch.com




Enjoy!

Thursday, May 24, 2007

The Big Dog Parade and Canine Festival - June, 2nd 2007...

Over 1200 dogs and 16,000 people fill downtown Santa Barbara Ca. Big Dogs Parade participants strut their stuff for the judges, and try to win the Best in Parade, Best Costume, and Most Humorous Parade contests!







8:00am: Registration begins in De La Guerra Plaza

Donations to the Big Dog Foundation will be taken at registration. $10 donations receive a custom Parade t-shirt and $15 donations receive a custom Parade t-shirt and goodie bag.

9:30am: Parade begins
Hilariously costumed pooches march down State St and. try to win over the hearts of the judges.

10:30am: Canine Festival begins
Enjoy live music, food, a kid’s zone, vendor’s selling the latest dog products, and much, much more!

The Parade begins at the intersection of State St. and De La Guerra, and the Canine Festival is held in Old Chase Palm Park at the end of the Parade route. Click to See Detailed Map

Coming from out of town? There are 11 pet friendly hotels in Santa Barbara, CA. You can get the scoop on their pet policies, read reviews from other dog owners, and even reserve your room through BringFido.com.

Enjoy!

Pet-Friendly Hotel Resources For Your Summer Vacation...

Summer is Approaching Need ideas for YOUR Pet Friendly Vacation? Are You Looking for Pet Friendly Hotels?

No matter where you're going, BringFido.com can help you find a pet friendly hotel for your trip. Their pet friendly lodging directory includes more than ten thousand hotels that welcome pets, in all 50 states. Use there map to browse properties and book a room at a pet friendly hotel today. Because your dog deserves a vacation too!

Besides information on pet friendly hotels, you'll also get the scoop on dog parks, outdoor restaurants, and a bunch of other dog friendly activities.

Good Luck!

Friday, May 18, 2007

Here is Great Article From Yahoo Pets... Do Dogs Dream?

If you’re a pet owner, you’ve probably already guessed that the answer to this is YES! But are they really dreaming – and if so, what in the world do they dream about?

Many scientists say there is evidence to support the notion that dogs, cats, and in fact, every mammal that’s been studied, does experience dreams.

There are two main types of sleep: rapid eye movement (REM) sleep and slow wave sleep (SWS). SWS and REM sleep in pets are very similar to that of humans. During this time, the brain processes information learned during the day. Think of it as sorting new information into different mental file folders.

At some point during these two kinds of sleep, dreams take over — in humans as well as in pets. Thus, the twitching, tail wagging, yipping, and pawing your dog does in his sleep, or the tail whipping, chattering, yowling and swatting from your napping cat is likely a reliving of whatever experiences he’s had while awake.

>> Click On This Link To Read The Full Article!
Resource: http://pets.yahoo.com/