Free night of boarding at New York Dog Nanny
image via newyorkdognanny.com New York Dog Nanny is offering up 1 free night of dog boarding in Manhattan through Belly Bites. You just have to register and then use it in the next 4 months. Read all...
View ArticleFor fine art featuring dogs, visit the William Secord Gallery on the Upper...
Image via www.dogpainting.com Did you know that right here in Manhattan we have the only fine art gallery in the United States that exclusively features dogs in nineteenth and early twentieth century...
View Article‘Yappy Hours’ and puppy playgroups around New York City
By Stacey Becker, Contributing Writer When you’re done with a hard day of work, there’s nothing more fun or relaxing than attending a yappy hour with your pooch. With your dog, maybe some wine and...
View ArticleCentral Park group dog walk on Saturday
This Saturday, June 22nd, there is a Meetup for people and their dogs to do a group walk around Central Park. It runs from noon-1pm and the meeting place appears to be the corner of East 84th Street...
View ArticleProspect Park dog beach – yes it’s a swimming hole just for dogs
There aren’t many places in the ol’ Big Apple where dogs can frolic and play in the water and catch a Frisbee on the beach. Except Prospect Park, where that’s exactly the case. Just off the Long Meadow...
View ArticleCeleb Watch: NYC celebs out with their dogs
Because we know some of you love this stuff, here are this week’s celebs out with their dogs in NYC: Parker Posey: See Photo Famke Janssen: See Photo Anne Hathaway and her dog (and husband): See Photo...
View Article14 foods that are not safe for dogs
While sometimes we assume dogs can eat whatever we eat, it’s just not the case. Some foods that you probably have had this week are harmful or even deadly for canines. Here is a list that we researched...
View ArticleAsk a Trainer: Are pee pads a good way to house train a puppy?
Here’s another question from our Ask a Dog Trainer section. “We are going to get a new puppy. Do you think we should use the pee pads ( aka Wee Wee Pads) or just train him/her to go outside?” “Deciding...
View ArticleLeroy Street Dog Run in Hudson River Park (Greenwich Village)
A closer look at the Leroy Street Dog Run… Hudson River Park (Greenwich Village) Dog Run (AKA Leroy Street Dog Run):Located in the Hudson River Park at Leroy Street (cross at Morton Street at Pier 40)....
View ArticleDogcation: An incredible upstate weekend away with your dog at Glen Highland...
Our dog Zuzu seemed depressed when we returned home to New York City from a weekend vacation at Glen Highland Farms (217 Pegg Rd, Morris, NY). Why would we live in an apartment in the city when a place...
View ArticleBest tick prevention options for dogs
It’s tick season, and especially as we take our dogs out of New York City into more suburban and rural areas, ticks abound. We even hear about ticks in Central Park and the outer boroughs during the...
View ArticleBark In The Park dog day with the New York Mets
Image via http://newyork.mets.mlb.com Did you know that the New York Mets have games where you can bring your dog with you to watch at Citi Field? It’s true, and all profit from your dog’s ticket goes...
View ArticleThe Pooch-ini at the Shake Shack is a summer hit with dogs
The Shake Shack may be known for its burgers, but did you know they also have a menu for dogs? They serve up a Pooch-ini, which is a cup of dog-friendly custard mixed with Shackburger biscuits and a...
View ArticleBroadway Barks 15 slated for July 13, 2013 with Mary Tyler Moore and...
image via www.broadwaybarks.com/ Mark your calendars! The 15th Broadway Barks will take place Saturday, July 13th, and will be hosted by Mary Tyler Moore and Bernadette Peters. The huge dog (and cat)...
View ArticleAsk a Trainer: What kind dog lead/leash do you recommend to stop a dog from...
Here’s another question from our Ask a Dog Trainer section. “What kind dog lead/leash do you recommend to stop a dog from pulling on walks?” “I always recommend a front attaching harness, such as the...
View ArticleSprings Dog Park in the Hamptons offers 20+ acres of dog friendly outdoor space
springs dog park main field If you are out in the Hamptons this summer (or any time of year), the Springs Dog Park in East Hampton is a huge dog park, possibly the largest in the country. The full park...
View ArticleDog breaks world record for scooter ride
Apparently this dog just broke the record for a dog riding a scooter…
View ArticleThe first professional New York City dog walker, Jim Buck, has died
The New York Times reports that Jim Buck, the city’s first professional dog walker, has died at 81. Dog walking is a mainstay of Manhattan life these days, but it seems Mr. Buck started it all out with...
View ArticleNew Pier 26 dog run slated to open in Tribeca by July 31st
Tribeca is getting a new dog run, and it looks to be one of the most modern looking ones in New York City. The brand new Pier 26 dog run in the Tribeca segment of Hudson River Park is slated to open...
View ArticleDog acupuncture? Reiki? Canine psychics? Yep – here is a look at healing...
by Rainbow Kirby, Contributing Writer [Editor's Note: We have not yet tried any of these services, but will report back if we do.] The urban pooch has their fair share of stressors – from jackhammers...
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