Friday, August 3, 2007

Pampering your Pets in Chicago, IL.

Looking for a posh doggie day spa? What about gourmet treats? From Stay to the Allegro, find Chicago's best spots to spoil your four-legged friend from Citysearch...




Here is a list of where to Pamper Your Pet in Chicago:

The Palmer House Hilton
17 E Monroe St, Chicago, IL
Classic hotel welcomes pets 85 pounds or less, free of charge; dogs must use the service elevator.

Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel
171 W Randolph St, Chicago, IL
Fido won't forget his stay at this hip Loop hotel with bottled water, snacks, a leash and a pet massage book waiting in the room.

Stay. A Modern Dog Hotel
4130 N Rockwell Ave, Chicago, IL
Canine hotel for the discriminating dog includes all-glass suites, custom-designed pool, grooming salon, fitness area and day-care space.

Central Bark Doggy Day Care
3358 N Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL
Treat bags and rawhide cards make your pup's birthday complete at this Northwest side day care.

Streeterville Pet Spa & Boutique
401 E Ontario St, Chicago, IL
Create a plush living area for your posh pet with the chaise lounges, sofa beds and fluffy pillow sold at this Streeterville boutique and spa.

Doggy Style Pet Shop
2023 W Division St, Chicago, IL
Pooches get pampered at this Wicker Park pet accessories shop and DIY grooming center.

You also might want to check out these additional pet resources in Chicago:

Dog-Friendly Chicago
: We've sniffed out the city's best spots for a full day of doggie nirvana. So grab a leash and lap up the fun.

Hotels Welcoming Pets
: Best Pet-Friendly Hotel 2007! You voted for the best Pet-Friendly Hotel in Chicago, and we counted. Check out the results at: http://chicago.citysearch.com/bestof/winners/pet-friendly_hotel

Monday, July 30, 2007

Best Pet-Friendly Hotels for 2007 in Dallas, TX.

Best Pet-Friendly Hotels in Dallas for 2007!

You voted for the best Pet-Friendly Hotel in Dallas, and we counted. Check out the results below brought to you by: Citysearch.com...

Audience Winners:

1. Hotel Lawrence
302 South Houston Street, Dallas, TX, 75202
A historic Dallas hotel a few feet from Dealey Plaza.

2. Westin Galleria Dallas
13340 Dallas Pkwy , Addison, TX, 75240
Distinctive digs with modern amenities and beds so heavenly they're hard to roll out of.

3. The Fairmont Dallas
1717 North Akard Street, Dallas, TX, 75201
Nestled among towering downtown skyscrapers, this arts-district hotel maintains a high level of elegance and class.

4. Omni Hotel
1590 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy, Dallas, TX, 75234
This luxury hotel offers upscale amenities including free in-room workout equipment and gourmet dining.

5. Renaissance Hotel
2222 N Stemmons Fwy , Dallas , TX , 75207
Luxury accommodations, pampering amenities and expressive decor are the trademarks of this upscale Marriott-owned property.

Editorial Winner:

Omni Hotel
1590 Lyndon B Johnson Fwy , Dallas , TX , 75234
This luxury hotel offers upscale amenities including free in-room workout equipment and gourmet dining.

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Saturday, July 21, 2007

Traveling with your pets just got easier...

On the Go with your Pets? Get All The Information you need right on your cell phone!

Purina has teamed with go2® to provide you with all the information you could possibly need to make living and traveling with your pets a pleasure. Simply enter your current zip code and you'll find the location of off-leash parks, pet friendly accommodations, camping, airlines, fun places, kennels, vets and much, much more. And you take it with you on your cell phone.
Enter your cell number and carrier on the left and they send the link to your phone.

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Friday, July 20, 2007

National Dog Day in Malibu, Ca - August 26th, 2007

The 2nd Annual National Dog Day celebration comes to Malibu, California on August 26, 2007.

2007 National Dog Day...
National Dog Day serves to help galvanize the public to recognize not only the number of dogs that need to be rescued each year, but to also acknowledge the dogs that work selflessly each day to save lives, keep us safe and bring comfort," explains Paige. “Particularly after 9/11, I really felt it was time to honor dogs more than we currently do. Over 300 dogs assisted with that rescue effort and some gave their lives," she notes. "I felt compelled to give them 'a day,' to show deep appreciation for our long connection to each other - for their endearing patience, unquestioning loyalty, for their work, their capacity for love. Animals have the capacity to impact our lives everyday in the most miraculous ways. National Dog Day wishes to encourage dog ownership of all breeds, mixed and pure - and embraces the opportunity for all dogs to live a happy, safe and "abuse-free life".


Celebrated by dog lovers nationwide, National Dog Day is the day shelters, businesses and humane organizations host adoption events, parties and celebrations around the country to encourage not only canine adoptions, but also donations made to local animal shelters in an effort to save displaced pets.
Over 300 National Dog Day events took place across the nation in 2006 facilitating the adoption of over 12,000 dogs.




Special Appearances by…


“Guest of Honor”, Jon Provost, actor best known as “Timmy” from Lassie and named by the media as an American Icon.


Date: California on August 26, 2007
Cost: $35.00
Benefiting:
Animal Miracle Foundation and PAWS L.A.

Website:
http://www.nationaldogday.com

Monday, July 16, 2007

Are you thinking about getting a Puppy? Check out The Humane Society...

Thinking about buying a puppy?

If you buy a dog over the Internet, at a pet store or through a newspaper ad, your new pooch may very well be from a puppy mill—a mass dog breeding operation. Protect yourself from scams and don't be fooled into buying an overpriced, possibly sick puppy.
Resource:
http://www.hsus.org/

> Choosing the Right Dog Large or small? Energetic or laid back? Younger or older? Decide what characteristics are most important to you and your family before you adopt. It will help ensure that the bond with your new pooch will last a lifetime. Read more...

> Adopting from an Animal Shelter Looking for your perfect match? Hundreds of hopeful—and hopelessly cute—pooches of all shapes, sizes, breeds and personalities are waiting for adoption at your local animal shelter.
Read more...


> Finding a Good Breeder If you've already checked local shelters and breed adoption groups but still haven't found your perfect purebred pooch, your next step may be to contact a reputable breeder. Read more...

Friday, July 6, 2007

Because Your Dog is Worth it Too - Cranbury, NJ. August 18, 2007...

Mark your calendar - the Because Your Dog is Worth it Too is on August 18, 2007. Keep reading for a description of the event, as well as its location, time and cost.

Fun Dog/Owner event that benefits the Susan G. Komen Foundation. Dog events include: beauty/costume contest, hay maze race, NJ State Puppy limbo championship, Dog-O-Oply, Dog Swimming Pools, Breed racing.Musical paws contest, Agility. Eventhas over 60 recuses and dog vendors in attendance, on-site dog adoption, and doggie bags for all dogs attending. Food/Music/and kids games. Over 2000 dogs attended in 2006.

Benefiting: Susan G. Komen Foundation
Email Contact: rwerner@us.loreal.com
Phone: 609-860-7601
Cost: $10.00
Website:
http://www.yourdogisworthittoo.com/

Coming from out of town? There are 2 pet friendly hotels in Cranbury, NJ. You can get the scoop on their pet policies, read reviews from other dog owners, and even reserve your room through BringFido.com.

Monday, June 25, 2007

Fourth of July Pet Safety Tips…

The Fourth of July can be very dangerous to your pets. Loud noises and sights may frighten them into running away, even breaking through barriers that, under normal conditions, would keep them restrained. This is the busiest day for Animal Control.


Protect your pet on the Fourth of July, take these precautions:

1. Keep your pets indoors while fireworks are being displayed in your area.

2. Make sure your pets are wearing identification tags so that if they do become lost, they can be returned promptly. Animals found running at-large should be taken to the local animal shelter, where they will have the best chance of being reunited with their owners.

3. If you know that your pet is seriously distressed by loud noises like thunder, consult with your veterinarian before July 4th for ways to help alleviate the fear and anxiety he or she will experience during fireworks displays.

4. Do not ride a horse during this time, unless you are extremely familiar with that individual animal. Horses can shy, jump fences, and bolt.

5. If you have a basement, you might want to keep your pet down there, with a radio or TV going to drown out the explosive noises.

6. Even if you are convinced your pet will do fine at a firework display, resist the temptation to take it.

7. Never approach someone else's pet during a fireworks display. A normally calm animal can snap and bite when scared.

8. Exercise your dog well before the display, so that they will sleep well.

9. Before you release your pet back into the yard, do a quick survey to make sure that there is nothing there to harm it, especially objects it might try to eat or swallow.

10. Never leave pets outside unattended, even in a fenced yard or on a chain. In their fear, pets who normally wouldn't leave the yard may escape and become lost, or become entangled in their chain, risking injury or death.

11. Do not leave your pet in the car. With only hot air to breathe inside a car, your pet can suffer serious health effects, even death, in a few short minutes. Partially opened windows do not provide sufficient air, but do provide an opportunity for your pet to be stolen.

Wishing You and Your Dog(s) A Safe and Fun 4th of July!