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Due to a recent sharp increase in the number of incidents being reported from the use of spot-on pesticide products for flea and tick control for pets, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is intensifying its evaluation of whether further restrictions on the use of these products are necessary to better protect pets. Continue Reading »
Pet Airways, a revolutionary new airline company will be the first pet-only airline, where Pets Travel in the Main Cabin of the Plane! The company’s first flights are scheduled for July 14, 2009. Initially Pet Airways will serve five cities for pets traveling to New York, Washington, D.C., Chicago, Denver and Los Angeles. The company said that it will expand nationwide with easily accessible pet check-in lounges in major metropolitan areas. Continue Reading »
By Doug Gelbert
(Republished with permission from Hikewithyourdog.com)
Black Mesa in the far northwest tip of the Oklahoma Panhandle got its name from the layer of black lava rock that coated the region about 30 million years ago. Black rocks can still be seen scattered about today. The mesa is also the highest point in Oklahoma at 4,973 feet. Continue Reading »
By Doug Gelbert
(Republished with permission from Hikewithyourdog.com)
The beaches on the Texas Gulf coast are generally dog friendly. They are also generally vehicle-friendly. Mustang Island State Park, just across the causeway from Padre Island National Seashore and Corpus Christi doesn’t allow driving on the hard sand beach so this is one of the best places for beach-combing with your dog in Texas. Continue Reading »
By Doug Gelbert
(Republished with permission from Hikewithyourdog.com)
Cemeteries were America’s first parks. In many towns the local burying ground may still be the area’s most significant greenspace. Respectful dogs are often welcome in graveyards and if you are looking for an offbeat outdoor experience you can share with your dog, a tour of America’s cemeteries may be for you. One famous cemetery that does not allow dogs is Forest Lawn in Hollywood, California, final resting place to countless stars. Another is Continue Reading »
Bo, the Portuguese Water Dog (now the First Dog) that was re-homed to the First Family from a Texas Kennel, has officially been unveiled to the world and he sure looks happy to be there! Watch as the Obama’s take Bo out for his first walk along the historic presidential grounds. Of course there is plenty of press there to catch the moment. Continue Reading »
By The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden
Santa Barbara, CA - The Santa Barbara Botanic Garden is pleased to offer its newest membership opportunity. Help support the Garden with a special membership just for your pooch. Purchase a Doggie Membership and you will receive a SBBG bandana fit for your pooch, a Doggie Membership Card, and a special invitation to the Garden’s Doggie Bagel Brunch/Play Date Party this Spring.
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