Pet Stop at Charleston Home and Design Show
Make sure to stop by the Pet Stop booth at the Charleston Home and Design show at the Galliard to learn more about underground fences and sign up for a free consultation. Hours are 10-6 on Friday and Saturday and 11-5 on Sunday.

German Shepherd Needs Home

This is Falco, he is an 11 year old AKC registered German Shepherd. Robin Ramsey rescued him from an abusive owner. He is a very good dog; he listens well to commands and is very social with other dogs and children. He is up to date with all his shots and heart worm and is neutered. Very sweet loveable big lug of a dog. He came from Penn. where for the last 8 years he was chained to a wall of a garage, so he needs a great home with a yard. He is very loveable and needs a home where he isn't left all by himself for long periods of time. He needs a home without a cat. Please help Falco find a good home, he deserves one.

Contact:

Aasta Lefcourt at norsk2@worldnet.att.net or Robin Ramsey at alwaysinoz@yahoo.com

Too Cute to Spit Up On

It's a shame that baby will just throw up all over these, the dog patterns are so adorable . But at least baby will be stylish while he goos all over the place! Purchase here.

Scooby-Doo Creator Dies

Iwao Takamoto, the creator of Scooby-Doo died Monday at the age of 81.

Takamoto was a great person with an incredible spirit. He learned to draw with the tutelage of fellow internees when he was sent to the Manzanar internment camp in the California desert during World War II. He was able to turn this experience into something good and create the most well-known of dog cartoon characters. Not only did he create the beloved character of the clumsy Great Dane, but he also developed Astro from The Jetsons, Muttley, the Hanna-Barbera mixed breed, and Lady in Disney's Lady and the Tramp.

Watch This!

Check out this adorable video of a Dogo Argentino gently playing with a tiny, tiny friend. Dogo's are often mistaken for pit bulls - which is one of the problems with BSL that discriminates against any dog with certain physical characteristics.

Teach 'Em Young

So this might seem a bit funny at first, but I wonder if it can really help to educate a whole new generation about the importance of cleaning up after your pet. Mattel has released a responsible pet owner Barbie. Available sometime in mid January, this Barbie set includes Barbie doll, Tanner (her dog), food bowl with, well... kibble that also serves as well... you know, and a special magnetic scooper and trash can. As soon as it is available to the public you can purchase it here. [via doggie news]

Cool New Pet Gadget

The Tazlab™ safe-t-stretch collar stretches when not clipped with a leash allowing your dog to easily pull away from anything his collar might be stuck on such as tree limbs, fences, other dogs, sprinkler heads, etc. A great gadget for that dog that's always seeming to get into things!

Learn more here.

[via doggie news]

Agility Practice Trails Held in Summerville on Jan. 21st.

Sponsored by: Lori Duncan, John Reid, and Debbie Snyir
Date: Sunday, January 21, 2007
Time: Registration begins any time after 10:30 a.m. and continues until 1:30 p.m.
Run-thrus will begin any time after 11:00 a.m. and continue until 2:00 p.m.
Walk-thrus will be allowed throughout the day as necessary.
Location: 2850 Bacons Bridge Rd., Summerville, SC 29485. The site is on Bacons Bridge Rd., between Hwy 61 and Dorchester Rd. in the big field next to "Mr. Corvette"
Cost: We will sell tickets good for one agility or rally run-thru. Tickets are one for $5, four for $15, and six for $20.
All levels welcome. We will have a Novice and an Advanced agility nested course set up. We will set a third course if time allows. We will start with an Excellent Rally course, then an Advanced course, followed by a Novice course. After we have cycled through the rally levels we will change the course for second run-thrus if there is time. All run-thrus will be outside on grass. Contact Lori at (843) 270-4857 for more information and/or directions.

Doggie Diet Pill

Looks like a diet pill for dogs has been approved by the FDA folks. Apparently it diminishes the dog's appetite. I don't feel really good about this because I'd rather see more programs encouraging exercise rather than a quick fix. Exercised dogs are happy and healthy dogs. There's certainly a connection between the human obesity epidemic and the growing cases of obesity in dogs. What's next? Gastric-Bypass for Dogs?

And I'm a bit scared about humans getting this prescribed for Fido and taking it themselves to lose a few pounds. It's not a far fetched idea considering the current rage in Hollywood dieting is actually a supplement for race horses.

Read all about it here.

What do you guys think?

Sorry Folks! I moved, then along came Thankgiving, then getting out the new LCD issue and now Christmas! Whew! I just haven't had the time to post! But don't fret, I'll be back in 2007 with regular posts to keep you going between issues.

Yappy Holidays!

I just heard about artist Pawlick (a pun on Pollock, no doubt) who creates wonderful geometric mosaics with dog food. You wouldn't think that these pieces would do as much for the human senses as the canine, but they truly are lovely little works of art. His artist statement is below. Read more about Pawlick here.


With my dry dog food works, I create the unexpected from the everyday, turning the average into the extraordinary.

A creative challenge to both inspire fresh thought amongst viewers and to assist animal outreach groups brought about this unique and light-hearted medium. Faced with a limited chromatic palate, I use basic foreground geometries and substratal patterns of flow to balance and overcome the inherent limitations therein. Finding the balance in each piece in turn inspires me to accept that challenge anew with every new creation.

Tactile in nature, my mosaics present an inviting and uniform blend of organic warmth and whimsical surprise, each piece being common in construct yet divergent in design. With no other such works to inform my creations, I enjoy the challenges of finding and overcoming the boundaries of materials and scale by means of my own creative vision.

Registration for The Trot for the Cure Now Available

On January 7, 2007, the third Trot for the Cure, a fundraiser for canine cancer research, will take place at Magnolia Gardens. It's an afternoon of fun with your dog and dog friends, to help raise money for scientists to find better treatments and cures for cancer in our dogs. This year will be even better than last, with more specialists coming from UGA to answer questions on health issues, as well as cancer, and more dancing from the Dixie Dancing Dogs out of Atlanta! The barbecue, Southern Que-N-Stew is delicious as ever, and there'll be lots of raffle prizes.

Registration for the Trot is now availble. Contact Jane Hirsch at jehirsch@earthlink.net for more info and for a registration form.

Looking for LOVE!
Lowcountry Lab Rescue needs foster homes for these dogs immediately! These dogs are in danger of being put to sleep if not rescued. Click here for more info.


Max is a one year old yellow male whose owners do not have time for him. He is headed to the shelter to be put to sleep if a foster is not found for him.

This cutie has been in a shelter for over a month with no takers. Wouldn’t he look good on your couch?


This sweet girl is looking for someone to love! Could that be you?

Humorous Toys

Check out these new witty dog toys from Pamela Barsky.

A Bit Worried

I'm sure that most of us have heard by now that the PETS Act has been passed by both the Senate and the House of Representatives. Though I was initially extremely happy about this and felt like it was a true victory I'm beginning to wonder if there's any real bite to the bill. It's easy to think that with the passing of the bill states are now required by law to assist people with pets in natural disasters. But in a closer examination of the language, it seems that states are merely required to CREATE a disaster PLAN for people with pets. It does not look like states will be required to enforce this plan. I'm no lawyer so perhaps I'm missing something. Regardless, when the SC disaster plan for pets is revealed we should start asking how the state expects to enforce the plan.

Barkology

I'm a big fan of Barkology. I've always had an interest in textile design, and Barkology brings the best of that world to the pet industry. Zoe, the firm's founder and lead designer, just released these new designs. Here's a sneak peek, but look for more in our Holiday Gift Guide in the upcoming Dec/Jan issue.

Barkology products can be purchased at Alpaha Dog Omega Cat in Downtown Charlest, Lulu Burgess in Beaufort and Truffles Market and Cafe in Hilton Head.

Pooch Porch

Apartment Therapy had their annual pet decor design contest and I'm loving this Pooch Porch built by the The Kittrell Family in Richmond, VA. What southern dog wouldn't love her own porch to hang out on? I think this is an excellent alternative to ugly crates. Click here to learn more how the Kittrells did it.

Any of you out there have crafty alternatives to crates?

Event Reminders:

There's a lot going on this weekend folks and I just wanted to re-post the events here so you could plan your weekends accordingly. Have fun!

Partridge Creek Skeet & Eat FRWSPCA Benefit
October 21 - Partridge Creek Skeet and Eat to benefit the Frances R. Willis SPCA of Dorchester County. $50 to shoot skeet and eat barbecue or $25 to just eat barbecue. Registration 10 a.m. Lunch will be served at 1 p.m. For more information, call the SPCA at 871-3820 or email director@frwspca.org or visit the SPCA online at www.frwspca.org

Pet Helpers Meet and Greet at Kreature Comforts
Pet Helpers Meet and Greet Saturday October 21st 11:30-2:30 at Kreature Comforts in Seaside Village.
843-388-2515
www.kreaturecomforts.com


FRWSPCA Adopt-a-thon at Doolittles in Summerville
Saturday Oct 21 - Adopt-a-thon at Doolittles Noon to 3 or 4 PM SPCA animals are looking for their loving and forever homes! Drop by and meet the cats and dogs and you may just find your new best friend or forever companion! For more information about these events or the animals for adoption, call the SPCA staff at 871-3820 or visit www.frwspca.org

DOGTALK Workshop
OCT 21: 1-3pm: DOGTALK
Join us for an afternoon workshop to learn the secrets of chomping champs, howling hounds, digging demons and mischievious mutts. A fun gathering for doggie moms and dads (please leave pups at home to watch TV!). FREE. Door prizes. Common Grounds Cafe(next to James Island Baptist Church), Maybank Hwy., James Island. For more info contact Snifferdogs 843-345-6828 or snifferdogs@hotmail.com

Royal Treatment

England's Former Home Secretary David Blunkett revealed in his new book that Queen Elizabeth cuts up food for her corgis and feeds them with utensils. Apparently Blunkett, who is blind, was seated next to the Queen for an offical dinner. When she noticed that he was having difficulty cutting his meat she offered her asssitance, telling him that she often does it for her two dogs.

Horse and Hound

Despite being VERY disappointed that Laura Bennet, one of the Project Runway contenders, is NOT a dog lover (she was practically squeamish when designing an outfit for a dog during one of the challenges) I still love her personal style. She's classic, a bit opulent and is always sporting riding pants when she wants to be her version of "casual and comfy." I wish she realized how close horse and hound are in fashion and showed a little more love for canines. Well, at least J.Crew threw us dog lovers a bone. Learn more about their horse and hound cardigan here.