Saturday, January 29th, 2011 by Susie
It’s that time of year when I get excited to see all the Oscar nominated movies, but one movie was not nominated that really should have been. ”My Dog Tulip” was somehow missed for the best animated feature category! These are the three animated features that were nominated: “How to Train Your Dragon,” “The Illusionist,” and “Toy Story 3.” “My Dog Tulip” is really an animated movie made for adults. The touching film is narrated by Christopher Plummer and is based on the 1956 memoir by J. R. Ackerley, which explores a lonely man’s devotion toward his pet.
This film captures the soul of a dog and how lucky we are to have them in our lives, however long. It is one of the best love stories. Five stars all the way. Now I plan to read the book next.
Friday, January 28th, 2011 by Susie
Winter is here and in some parts of the world both pets and people are dealing with harsh winter conditions. Veterinarians say some of the smaller breeds are more at risk and may need to be in outerwear. A recent article in the Wall Street Journal states that small, short-haired, inactive dogs without a thick fur undercoat [...]
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 by Susie
Our pets can’t tell us they love us, but you can be sure they will try to show us their love and appreciation via tail wagging when we spend extra time with them this Valentine’s Day. Why not surprise him or her with a fun Valentine’s toy or treat to celebrate your love? Pet Simple carries a variety [...]
Tuesday, October 19th, 2010 by Susie
The Sniff Hotel is a pampered dogs dream. Luxury pet accommodations at its best. The Sniff Dog Hotelis a popular Portland, Oregon pet hotel that offers high-end pet accommodations, grooming, training and daycare. Their standard room starts at $37 a night and includes an elevated fleece bed, two hour long play sessions and even a complimentary bath. Maybe [...]
Monday, October 18th, 2010 by Susie
Have you ever felt like your best buddy was smiling at you? Can dogs really smile? Well, we know animals have different ways of expressing their emotions like tail wagging and howling, but sometimes, it seems as if they have similar emotions to us. And sometimes we just want to see our pets act like us, [...]
Saturday, October 16th, 2010 by Susie
What pooches wouldn’t want to check out an event where they get free Pup-Peroni treats? I know my Beagle wouldn’t miss it. Celebrities like Mischa Barton and her cute pups checked out a nonverbal-communication event in LA sponsored by the food brand on Thursday, October 14th in Los Angeles. Dancing with the Stars’ Kym Johnson, [...]
Tuesday, September 28th, 2010 by Susie
Who can resist dressing up your pet for Halloween? I know it’s silly, but it’s so darn cute! But before you do, keep in mind some important pet safety tips from the ASPCA during this holiday. Things like choosing the right pet costume for your dog’s personality, keeping Fido away from all the chaos of tricker treaters [...]
Monday, September 27th, 2010 by Susie
I had to share some fun pet products now available over at Crate and Barrel. They carry some new adorable items for you and your pooch. The white porcelain canisters come in clever designs made to honor the canine or feline member of your family. The jars feature themed black graphics including fire hydrants, “Woof” thought bubble, and swimming fish. [...]
Monday, September 13th, 2010 by Susie
Downward dog is no longer just for humans. “Doga”, yoga with dogs, is increasing in popularity. There is even a site dedicated to this new fad called www.dogadog.com. This is how it works: Doga combines massage and meditation with gentle stretching for dogs and their human partners. In chaturanga, dogs sit with their front paws in [...]
Monday, August 30th, 2010 by Susie
Need a unique gift for the pet lover in your life? This is a great and hilarious idea. Send in a photo of your pet to Hot Digital Dog, and they will send you a very fancy portrait of your little buddy in formal Victorian wardrobe and sepia tones. They claim they will work diligently in presenting your Dear [...]
