DOGGIE

Ahhhh….Can you Smell it? The scent of love is in the air as we roll into February, inching closer and closer to a day that celebrates all things pink, hearts and of course love.  As you sit and try to brainstorm all the original heartfelt gifts to give (enter heart shaped doily handwritten with love notes) don’t forget to share some puppy love with your main squeeze, Fido.  Below are some personal favorites from local doggie stores from around the city.

  

Poochie has a sweet tooth? Buttercups Paw-Tisserie located in Park Slope bakes these adorable pooch friendly “canine candies” and “pupcakes” (That look yummy enough to eat!)  Made from carob and yogurt, these sweet treats retail between $8.95 for six pupcakes and $16.95 for a twelve piece candy box. www.buttercuppaw.com

For the Prince/Princess who can never have enough toys, The New York Dog Shop has the perfect way to say “I Wuff You” this February 14th with their plush red valentines day Loofa Dog that retails for just $7.95. www.thenewyorkdogshop.com

Or if you have a fashion forward Fido on your hands they can now literally wear their heart on their sleeve with the ultra hip “whole lotta love sweater.” Found at Trixie + Peanut in the Flatiron district, this adorable sweater retails for $39.00 and will leave your dog feeling like the bark of the block! www.trixieandpeanut.com

xo
-Lindsey

As pet owners, we all want the very best for our four legged friends including quality ingredients in their dog food, after all they don’t get to choose what they eat, we do! The FDA, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have just released a massive recall of more than 125 products which includes several brands of dog food products like Grreat Choice, Parnell’s Pride and several PetSmart dog biscuits. The recall started because of a deadly salmonella outbreak which has linked each of these products that are being recalled to peanut butter used in processed foods.

According to the FDA, the risk to animals is minimal but absolutely still possible, which means we as pooch parents should take all precautions to prevent any sickness.  If your canine should suffer from a fever or vomiting, it is suggested that you contact your local veterinarian to prevent any further illness. It’s also a good preventative measure to stop using any of the products listed below immediately.

Below is the official recall list from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration:

Grreat Choice Small Assorted 32 oz., UPC 73725702900
Grreat Choice Small/Medium Assorted 4 lb., UPC 73725700601
Grreat Choice Small/Medium Assorted 8 lb., UPC 73725700605
Grreat Choice Small/Medium Assorted 10 lb., UPC 73725702755
Grreat Choice Large Assorted 8 lb., UPC 73725700638
Grreat Choice Extra Large Assorted 8 lb., UPC 73725700779
Grreat Choice Peanut Butter 4 lb., UPC 73725700766
Healthy-hide Deli-wrap (Salix) 3-pack, 5-inch Peanut Butter Treats UPC 09109333354

http://www.fda.gov/oc/opacom/hottopics/salmonellatyph.html

-Lindsey

[Slate] Who doesn’t want a furry dog to wake you up in the morning, help you stay healthy with long walks, and chew up your precious Jimmy Choo’s? Not everyone has time, and luckily for them, modern technology has allowed robotic animatronic pets to grace the homes of those who prefer less responsibility. [Slate] 

With the presidential inauguration of Barack Obama just days away, millions of pooch loving Americans are all anxiously awaiting the arrival of the all important White House pup!  Since the announcement back on November 5th, Americans have been casting their vote on the AKC poll www.presidentialpup.com to weigh in on their choice for the perfect hypoallergenic breed to join the first family. (Does the thought of dog hair all over your ultra fab wardrobe make you want to scream? Hypoallergenic dogs are your answered prayers!)

After considering several dogs, it’s been narrowed down to two finals breeds: The Portuguese Water Dog or the Labradoodle, a popular mix between the all American Labrador and the regal Poodle. Before you cast your final vote for America’s future first pooch, read below about the two remaining candidates.

With a curly soft coat, the labradoodle is a medium sized dog that has an incredibly loving and fun personality that is easy to fall head over heels with.  Great for a family pet, this breed can be very high energy and loves to run around, perfect for the never-ending White House Lawn.

Although a rare breed, the Portuguese Water Dog is a hard working canine that still knows how to let loose and run around when the job is complete. Perfect for the Obama’s, this four-legged friend has tons of curly hair, but doesn’t shed!  These dogs are always willing to curl up and snuggle, but they definitely need lots of exercise and attention.

– Lindsey