“Puppy Love” is a comedy about dog people, their relationships with their dogs and the people who love them. It was created by the writers and producers of Sex & the City so if your fans, you have to check it out.
The series of ten short films premiered on L Studio this month. L Studio is a new broadband channel which hosts an eclectic collection of original films, live-action shows, documentaries and comedy programs, developed by automaker Lexus.
Not only does “Puppy Love” feature tons of cute pups, it also features some pretty heavy hitting actors Famke Janssen, Ally Sheedy, Kristen Johnston, Sarah Paulson and more.
Oh and Puppy Love’s proceeds benefit the ASPCA.
Check out the “Puppy Love, Unleashed” promo video and first episdode.
10.31.2008
10.30.2008
Halloween Pet Safety
Halloween is tomorrow and while this can be a fun time for people and pets, remember that your pets are depending on you to keep them safe. You may have not considered the dangers Halloween poses for your pets so here are a few things to consider to keep your pooches (and kitties) safe on Halloween.
Don't leave your pet outside or in the yard on Halloween. There are plenty of stories of bad people who have teased, injured, stolen, even killed pets on Halloween and the weeks surrounding. Cats have it hard (particularly black cats) this time of year, but even dogs are not immune to the animal cruelty that happens around Halloween. If you own an indoor/outdoor cat or a completely outdoor cat, you may seriously want to consider keeping the cat inside, or locked in your garage or basement for the weeks surrounding Halloween. The same holds true for dogs, keep them inside. If your dog or cat bolts for the door to get out every time you open it, or you just can't deal with their pleading to go outside, consider crating them. You may also want to consider an overnight stay at a kennel. The most important thing is to keep your pets safe and inside on Halloween.
Candy is NOT for pets. Most of you already know that chocolate is poisonous to dogs and many other animals. But you may not know that candy wrappers can be hazardous if swallowed; dogs can choke on them or get stuck in their digestive tract. It’s just a good idea not to give your dog any candy on Halloween or any time during the year. And keep the candy bowl out of their reach. If you really want to give your dog something special for his Halloween treat, cut up a carrot, cucumber or apple (no core or seeds), they will love it!
Be careful of pets around lit candles. Dogs can have lethal tails, wagging all over the place. Don't leave any lighted candles or Jack-O-Lanterns where they could be knocked over by a swinging tail or by a curious cat. Not only could your pet start a fire but they could severely burn themselves in the process.
Don't dress your pet in costume unless you know they love it. Otherwise, it puts a lot of stress on the animal. If you do dress up your dog or cat, make sure the costume isn't constricting, annoying or unsafe. Be careful not to obstruct their vision. Even the sweetest pets can get snappy when they can't see what's going on around them. Most of all just make sure your pet is happy.
Trick or treaters can be stressful and threatening. Constant doorbell ringing, scary costumes and excited kids coming to your door can be frightening, for even the most well adjusted dog. This situation could cause a very social and friendly dog to be scared and snap or bite. You might want to consider keeping your pets confined in a separate room during trick or treating hours. Also, be careful your cat or dog doesn't dart out through the open door while handy out candy. Keeping them on a leash and in your control when you answer the door is a good idea.
Have a safe and Happy Halloween!
Don't leave your pet outside or in the yard on Halloween. There are plenty of stories of bad people who have teased, injured, stolen, even killed pets on Halloween and the weeks surrounding. Cats have it hard (particularly black cats) this time of year, but even dogs are not immune to the animal cruelty that happens around Halloween. If you own an indoor/outdoor cat or a completely outdoor cat, you may seriously want to consider keeping the cat inside, or locked in your garage or basement for the weeks surrounding Halloween. The same holds true for dogs, keep them inside. If your dog or cat bolts for the door to get out every time you open it, or you just can't deal with their pleading to go outside, consider crating them. You may also want to consider an overnight stay at a kennel. The most important thing is to keep your pets safe and inside on Halloween.
Candy is NOT for pets. Most of you already know that chocolate is poisonous to dogs and many other animals. But you may not know that candy wrappers can be hazardous if swallowed; dogs can choke on them or get stuck in their digestive tract. It’s just a good idea not to give your dog any candy on Halloween or any time during the year. And keep the candy bowl out of their reach. If you really want to give your dog something special for his Halloween treat, cut up a carrot, cucumber or apple (no core or seeds), they will love it!
Be careful of pets around lit candles. Dogs can have lethal tails, wagging all over the place. Don't leave any lighted candles or Jack-O-Lanterns where they could be knocked over by a swinging tail or by a curious cat. Not only could your pet start a fire but they could severely burn themselves in the process.
Don't dress your pet in costume unless you know they love it. Otherwise, it puts a lot of stress on the animal. If you do dress up your dog or cat, make sure the costume isn't constricting, annoying or unsafe. Be careful not to obstruct their vision. Even the sweetest pets can get snappy when they can't see what's going on around them. Most of all just make sure your pet is happy.
Trick or treaters can be stressful and threatening. Constant doorbell ringing, scary costumes and excited kids coming to your door can be frightening, for even the most well adjusted dog. This situation could cause a very social and friendly dog to be scared and snap or bite. You might want to consider keeping your pets confined in a separate room during trick or treating hours. Also, be careful your cat or dog doesn't dart out through the open door while handy out candy. Keeping them on a leash and in your control when you answer the door is a good idea.
Have a safe and Happy Halloween!
10.29.2008
Crappy Gifts
Just in time for the holidays, the 2009 Monthly Doos Calendar is out. If you can’t get enough of your own dogs poop or you know someone who is particularly fond of the stuff (like your neighbor who refuses to pick up) look no further. It’s disgusting and yet I was compelled to look at every picture.
If you need even more doo, check out the Doo Drops. Yes, it’s real Guittard Chocolate poop. YUM!
You have to see their greeting cards and other poopy gifts too.
Get your own at Monthly Doos.
10.27.2008
Tag Your Dog
I’m still surprised at the number of dogs that don’t wear an ID tag or only wear them when they go out on a walk with their owner. Even if your dog has a microchip or tattoo, they still need an ID tag. This way if your dog is lost, a neighbor or good samaritan can reach you right away when they find your dog, before it goes to a shelter. So, you want your dog to be wearing the tag at all times, just in case they sneak out without you.
ID tags are super easy to get. Some stores like PetsMart, Petco, and some Wal-Mart stores have 'Quick Tag Kiosks' where you can make your own tags for only a few dollars. Or you can order from one of the many mail order catalogs or internet companies that engrave tags. Even your local hardware store may engrave ID tags.
Many dog owners I’ve asked don’t keep a tag on their dog because they don’t like the clinking noise. It’s easy to get around that, you can purchase silencers that attach to the tags and muffle the sound, there are collars specially made to allow engraved tags to affix with rivets, there are tags that slide on collars and there are plastic tags that are virtually silent.
What to put on the tag is the next question. If you are only going to put one thing on the tag, it should be your cell phone number. This way if you are not at home or out looking for your dog, you can be reached. If you don’t have a cell phone, put your home phone number and a relative or friend’s phone number.
You can also put a name on the tag, but it should be your name and not your dog’s name. Having your dog's name on the tag can do more harm than good. Many people are not aware of the number of dogs that get stolen every year. It's pretty high. Having your dog's name on the tag makes stealing him that much easier and it doesn’t help find him any faster. If someone gets close enough to read the tag, then they can call the number on it. At that point you can tell them the dog's name if necessary.
After your name, you can list your street address, but it is the least important line. Most people are going to call. If you travel with your dog you might also want the city and state listed. This way if you lose your dog in Wisconsin and your tags say "Chicago,IL" the person that finds your dog knows that this dog is lost and a long way from home.
Other things to consider, dogs with special needs can also have them listed on the tag. Examples:
Requires Daily Medication
I am Deaf
I am Blind
Diabetic-Please Do Not Feed
"Requires Daily Medication" adds a certain amount of urgency to getting the dog back home. If people know that your dog needs medicine and that it's daily, they will be in more of a rush to locate you and be less likely to keep him. "Reward if Found" is another good one. Just keep in mind if you put it on there, be ready to pay up when someone locates your dog.
I would avoid email addresses and websites; they will just clutter the tag.
If you don’t have room for all the information you want to include on the tag, consider engraving on the front and back of the tag or using two tags.
An ID tag requires a very small investment for such peach of mind. I urge you to keep your dog safe by putting an identification tag on him and keeping it on 24/7!
I found a great resource online for ID Tags, Boomerang Tags.
Please note that I am in no way affiliated with any of the resources I list on my blog.
ID tags are super easy to get. Some stores like PetsMart, Petco, and some Wal-Mart stores have 'Quick Tag Kiosks' where you can make your own tags for only a few dollars. Or you can order from one of the many mail order catalogs or internet companies that engrave tags. Even your local hardware store may engrave ID tags.
Many dog owners I’ve asked don’t keep a tag on their dog because they don’t like the clinking noise. It’s easy to get around that, you can purchase silencers that attach to the tags and muffle the sound, there are collars specially made to allow engraved tags to affix with rivets, there are tags that slide on collars and there are plastic tags that are virtually silent.
What to put on the tag is the next question. If you are only going to put one thing on the tag, it should be your cell phone number. This way if you are not at home or out looking for your dog, you can be reached. If you don’t have a cell phone, put your home phone number and a relative or friend’s phone number.
You can also put a name on the tag, but it should be your name and not your dog’s name. Having your dog's name on the tag can do more harm than good. Many people are not aware of the number of dogs that get stolen every year. It's pretty high. Having your dog's name on the tag makes stealing him that much easier and it doesn’t help find him any faster. If someone gets close enough to read the tag, then they can call the number on it. At that point you can tell them the dog's name if necessary.
After your name, you can list your street address, but it is the least important line. Most people are going to call. If you travel with your dog you might also want the city and state listed. This way if you lose your dog in Wisconsin and your tags say "Chicago,IL" the person that finds your dog knows that this dog is lost and a long way from home.
Other things to consider, dogs with special needs can also have them listed on the tag. Examples:
Requires Daily Medication
I am Deaf
I am Blind
Diabetic-Please Do Not Feed
"Requires Daily Medication" adds a certain amount of urgency to getting the dog back home. If people know that your dog needs medicine and that it's daily, they will be in more of a rush to locate you and be less likely to keep him. "Reward if Found" is another good one. Just keep in mind if you put it on there, be ready to pay up when someone locates your dog.
I would avoid email addresses and websites; they will just clutter the tag.
If you don’t have room for all the information you want to include on the tag, consider engraving on the front and back of the tag or using two tags.
An ID tag requires a very small investment for such peach of mind. I urge you to keep your dog safe by putting an identification tag on him and keeping it on 24/7!
I found a great resource online for ID Tags, Boomerang Tags.
Please note that I am in no way affiliated with any of the resources I list on my blog.
10.25.2008
Report Dog Fighting, Reap Reward
The Humane Society of the United States offers a reward of up to $5,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of anyone involved in dogfighting or cockfighting.
If you have information about illegal animal fighting, you are eligible for this reward. Here's what to do.
Call your local police department or animal control agency. Give them as many details as you can about the suspected animal fighting situation. (You do not need to give your name to law enforcement to report illegal animal fighting.)
Tell the law enforcement agency about The HSUS's reward program.
Get a letter from law enforcement. If the suspected animal fighter is convicted, ask the law enforcement agency involved in the case to write a letter to The HSUS.
The letter should state that your tip helped lead to the arrest and prosecution of the convicted animal fighter. The letter should be mailed or faxed to:
Animal Fighting Reward Program
c/o Ann Chynoweth
The Humane Society of the United States
2100 L St. NW
Washington, DC 20037
FAX: 301-721-6414
If you have questions about the reward program, please call 202-452-1100 or go to hsus.org.
Spread the Word!
If you have information about illegal animal fighting, you are eligible for this reward. Here's what to do.
Call your local police department or animal control agency. Give them as many details as you can about the suspected animal fighting situation. (You do not need to give your name to law enforcement to report illegal animal fighting.)
Tell the law enforcement agency about The HSUS's reward program.
Get a letter from law enforcement. If the suspected animal fighter is convicted, ask the law enforcement agency involved in the case to write a letter to The HSUS.
The letter should state that your tip helped lead to the arrest and prosecution of the convicted animal fighter. The letter should be mailed or faxed to:
Animal Fighting Reward Program
c/o Ann Chynoweth
The Humane Society of the United States
2100 L St. NW
Washington, DC 20037
FAX: 301-721-6414
If you have questions about the reward program, please call 202-452-1100 or go to hsus.org.
Spread the Word!
10.24.2008
No Buddy Gets Left Behind
Operation Baghdad Pups has gotten some press over the past few weeks with their efforts to bring home Ratchet, but many still don’t know why this organization was formed and why they need your support.
Our troops that served in Iraq need our help to save the dogs and cats they ‘adopted’ while in combat. These buddies helped our soldiers make it through their service and now they want to come home with them to the US. Sounds simple, but soldiers can face immediate court-marshal for befriending animals and some even see their animals brutally murdered by a direct gunshot to the head from commanding officers who will not bend the rules.
The SPCA International is working to re-unite American soldiers with the dogs they befriended while serving in Iraq, but they need your help. They not only need donations, but also help changing military policy regarding ‘adopted’ dogs in war zones.
Write your senators, tell your local news and scream it from tall buildings that policies need to be changed so our troops can have peace of mind that their dogs and cats will be allowed to travel home with them.
Even if you can’t donate money everyone has five minutes to write an email. This is such a small effort that would mean so much. Don’t wait, do it now as a “Thank You!” to our troops for making it possible for us to remain free and safe and help bring their buddies home.
More on Operation Baghdad Pups: www.baghdadpups.com
Our troops that served in Iraq need our help to save the dogs and cats they ‘adopted’ while in combat. These buddies helped our soldiers make it through their service and now they want to come home with them to the US. Sounds simple, but soldiers can face immediate court-marshal for befriending animals and some even see their animals brutally murdered by a direct gunshot to the head from commanding officers who will not bend the rules.
The SPCA International is working to re-unite American soldiers with the dogs they befriended while serving in Iraq, but they need your help. They not only need donations, but also help changing military policy regarding ‘adopted’ dogs in war zones.
Write your senators, tell your local news and scream it from tall buildings that policies need to be changed so our troops can have peace of mind that their dogs and cats will be allowed to travel home with them.
Even if you can’t donate money everyone has five minutes to write an email. This is such a small effort that would mean so much. Don’t wait, do it now as a “Thank You!” to our troops for making it possible for us to remain free and safe and help bring their buddies home.
More on Operation Baghdad Pups: www.baghdadpups.com
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