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Mutt-Monday

10 March 2014

Mutt-Monday

Ever have one of those days, where it seems like the whole world is against you and you desperately just want a friendly face to give you some compassion? Well, if you are a dog owner, then you know what its like to have had a bad day until you get home and a four-legged, furry-tailed companion comes trotting down the hall  as you turn your house key to open the door. Finally, your bad day is forgotten and all you have in front of you are licks and a happy pup thats been waiting for you to come home. We picked this Youtube video because we loved the meaning behind it. 'The Mayhew Animal Home is one of the most effective animal welfare organizations in London, reaching thousands of dogs and cats to escape a life of abandonment, neglect and cruelty each year.'  We applaud this wonderful organization for helping pets find good homes and helping create awareness of pet adoption and showcasing how loving abandoned pets are and how much love they give in return for simply adopting them. 

Video via The Mayhew Animal Home

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Happy World Wildlife Day!

 We love all animals, so when special holidays come along throughout the year we like to highlight the importance of how one person can help in the smallest way. Today is World Wildlife Day, "A day to celebrate wildlife, to reflect on the relationship between humans and wild plants and animals, and to find pathways to a sustainable future where people and wildlife can coexist in harmony." via press release WildLifeDay.org.

You can do your part by simply just spreading the word #WorldWildlifeDay on social media 

Share & connect with WildLifeDay:

on twitter.com/wildlifeday
on facebook.com/WorldWildlifeDay
on youtube.com/worldwildlifeday
on flickr.com/photos/worldwildlifeday

We wanted to share with you one of our favorite videos that have wild animals as well as our beloved cats & dogs doing some amazing tricks. Check it out:

 

 

 

 


Funny Fido Friday

28 February 2014

Funny Fido Friday

 

Everyone likes a good head scratch, including this adorable husky. At first he gives you these googly eyes, " What the heck is that thing and why is it so close to me?" But as soon as his owner starts massaging the top of his head, it's clear to say he is one happy, smiling pup! We should try this with our pups, or maybe not, they are already spoiled rotten, if we had to add head massages to our daily schedules we'd be in over our human heads! 


Mutt-Monday...

03 February 2014

Mutt-Monday...

Happy #MuttMonday! We love mixed breeds, so much so we have 2 of our own! Do you have a mixed breed? If so, share a picture with us here. If not, check out these adorable pups...

Meet Bailey the Chiweenie (Chihuahua+Dachshund): 

 

Meet Carly the Golden Cocker Retriever:

Doxie-Chon Bichon Frise+Dachshund:

Meet the YorkiPoo

 

Meet the Cheagle:

 

Meet the Schnoodle, Schnauzer+Poodle:

 

What do you get when a Pug & Beagle meet? A Puggle...

 

Meet the Bo-Jack

 

Bailey the Cock-A-Chon (Bichon Frise+Cocker Spaniel):

Siberian Retriever- Siberian Husky+Labrador Retriever

 

These are just 10 of thousands of mixed breeds available for adoption, if you are interested in a mixed breed, please visit your local shelter or find a rescue organization through PetFinder.com


Dogs in Cars

21 January 2014

Dogs in Cars

We sure love our 'On The Go' Dogs, whether they are going on a walk, hike, or any outing, we love to see dogs 'On The Go'! We all know how much our pups- well with the exception of a few that think every time they get in the car they have a fear that they may be heading to the vets, or worse car sick! Well, for the most part most dogs get excited the minute they realize they are going for a car ride, they just love to stick their heads out the window and feel that breeze on their furry little faces. Photographer, Lara Jo Regan takes some amazing shots of her canine models as their ears are flapping in the wind. Regan's series "Dogs in Cars" captures the pure joy on a dogs face as they tag along for a simple car ride! These beautiful photographs are in Regan's  2014 calendar, as well as a book she is set to release in the spring. (We can't wait!)

Check out these "Dogs in Cars" images via OfficialDogsInCars.com

 

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Do you have 'On The Go' dogs? Share a pic/video with us on Bark4Green's Tumblr/ Instagram #OnTheGoDogs ;) 

 

We have some pretty cool pics of our dogs cruisin' around town (see below) 

 


1 year later...

15 January 2014

1 year later...

One year ago today we lost our pretty girl, Nina. It still brings tears to my eyes just as I sit here and write it. A year ago today was the most horrible day, it pains me just go back and think about it. I know that when someone close to you passes, people tell you to think about all the good memories and so forth, but sometimes all I can think about is not being able to bring her back home with me on that dreadful day and feeling a hole being carved out of my heart as the vet approaches us and apologizes, saying it was 'time' for us to say our goodbye. I am aware that she was seventeen years old and I was very lucky to have most of my life, but with that being said I had her for seventeen years! I grew up with her, through my teenage years, she was there, when I met my husband, she was there, when I got married, she was there. She was a piece of me and I was not going to be able to have her come home with me. I always knew the day would come when I would have to say my goodbye, but it just seemed unimaginable, until a year ago today. This past year, has been a pretty rough one, but luckily we have our pups Rocky & Chiki to keep us smiling. I understand Nina was with us for a long time and I was very lucky to have her in my life, its just really hard to see her pictures and think about those memories of when that picture was taken. Nina lived a very long and happy (spoiled) life, and I couldn't be happier to have had her in my life. Just the other day, as I opened the fridge, I smiled (I keep a picture of Nina on on Fridge) and I say to my husband, "I can't believe it's going to be a year, that Nina hasn't been with us." He responded with, "we miss her everyday, but I think you have accepted the fact that she lived a long and happy life with us, you are no longer upset that she is not with us because you accept that she was seventeen, and we wouldn't want her to suffer just so we can be comforted she was still here for our sake." Wow, he was right! When Nina passed, she woke up that morning not feeling very good, immediately I knew something was wrong, but part of me was in denial. Just the day before we went for a walk, it was beautiful and sunny outside, she was cruisin' around in her doggy stroller with her brothers on each side (see pic below). That is the memory I want to keep, not the one from one year ago today. 

Keeping Fido Warm

06 January 2014

Keeping Fido Warm

A major deep freeze has been spreading through the country and plunging wind chills are said to reach 'dangerously low' levels according to weather.com. As pet owners we get worried on how to keep our pets nice and warm during these frigid temperatures, so we are sharing some of our favorites to keep fido warm during this cold season.

Click on each image to be redirected to that item or click on the links below:

 

 

 

 
Black Sneaker Pawks Dog Socks

 


Row 1:

1. Polar Trex boots by Ruffwear

2. Outdoor Overall; InTheCompanyOfDogs.com

3. All weather 3 in 1 Jacket; InTheCompanyOfDogs.com

4. PorchPotty



Row 2: 

1.  Climate Changer; quick drying, breathable fleece jacket by Ruffwear

2. Set of 4 fleece Leggings; InTheCompanyOfDogs.com

3. Personalized fleece hoodie; InTheCompanyOfDogs.com

4. ProZip dog track jacket by WestPawDesign


Row 3:

1. Black Sneakers Pawks Dog Socks from Baxter Boo

2. Waterproof Leg Wraps in black from Baxter Boo

3. NY Giants Dog Puffer Vest from Baxter Boo

4. Snuggle Puppy


Hercules

03 January 2014

Hercules

Winter storm Hercules is the first major winter storm of 2014 and has given the Midwest and Northeast a major snowfall. When you hear snow you can't help but think of hot cocoa and a warm fireplace, but sadly thats not always the case, and you experience that bitter cold air whip across our face and have to deal with icy street conditions making commuting a mess. Although the conditions can be harsh for some, whats more fun than playing in the snow? Stay warm and safe, W&H (Wags & Hugs)

Video via Vine user @DanielleMaclean

 

 

Check out this Corgi on how to properly exit your house when there is so much snow in front of your door...

 

 

 


Happy New Year!

01 January 2014

Happy New Year!

 

 

We would like to wish a very Happy New Year to all our wonderful friends, fans, customers & family! We are beyond excited to ring in this new year and we have plenty in store for you all so don't forget to stop by here and see whats going on ;) We'll be posting daily pics of our pups, Rocky & Chiki-man (above) as well as daily tidbits; anything from personal stories to just silly pics of our fur-kids and fan photos! We would love for you to share stories and pictures of your pups too, so just shoot us an email or contact us through any of our social media platforms (links below!)

Cheers to a great year, filled with much happiness, good health and of course wagging tails ;) 

 

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Theo+Beau

24 November 2013

Theo+Beau

 

Meet Beau the adorable 23-month old toddler and his pal Theo the 8-week old puppy. Beau's mom, Jessica Shyba recently wrote on her blog, Momma's Gone City about their new addition to the family. Theo was rescued from the Santa Cruz SPCA. Jessica has been sharing the cuteness that is Theo+Beau through her social Media accounts. When Beau goes down for his nap, Jessica brings Theo in and Theo somehow finds his comfy spot on or near Beau, and this just melts our hearts, the bond that a little boy and a puppy can have at such a young age. As if we needed any more reasons to love puppies!

Check out Jessica's Instagram for a daily dose of Beau+Theo cuteness

& her Vine to witness the bond in action ;)