The AKC announced on April 14th that beginning in October 2009, Mixed breed dogs will be able to compete in Rally, Obedience and Agility. From the AKC:
“Our goal in creating a program specifically designed for mixed breeds is to share our passion for dogs and our sport,” said AKC President and CEO Dennis Sprung. “AKC [...]
Archive > April 2009
Mixed Breeds & The AKC
Houdini Dogs
I missed almost an entire week of bloggin due to a dog who was staying with us here at The Grove. His name should of been our first warning…”Monster” a beautiful husky with brilliant blue eyes and red coat. Monster was striking, aloof and the best Houdini dog I have ever met!
Having Monster with us [...]
PetAirways in the Air!!!
We blogged about Pet Airways when they first launched their site and now it’s official! Pet Airways is now in the air and taking reservations !
Service from LA, New York and Chicago for as low as $149 one way!
Check out the new Pet Airways Commercial:
I think a pet only airline is simply brilliant but I [...]
Pure Dog Chow
A new website delivers pure, organic products to help you prepare a diet that is natural and wholesome for your dog. Pure Dog Chow based in Washington is now shipping organic salmon oil, cod liver oil, kelp, kefir grains and more!
They also have a delicious line of organic, fresh, wholesome dog treats !
Take a moment [...]
I want an indestructible ball !
Okay, why isn’t there an indestructible soccer ball yet ?
hmmm…it is 2009 and I still can’t find a ball that my dogs can’t kill in 10 minutes!
Tennis balls, I buy those on e-bay by the hundred and we just throw them away as soon as they show signs of wear.
Then there are soccer balls and [...]
New Dog Safety Book
Local Illustrator and Author, Wendy Wahman, is launching her latest book “Don’t Lick The Dog” May 2nd :
Parkplace Book Company
348 Parkplace Center
Kirkland, WA US
Saturday, May 2, 7:00PM to 9:00PM
Phone: 425-828-6546
Book Launch Party for “Don’t Lick the Dog… Making Friends with Dogs”
Wine, juice, snacks, ‘Reading with Rover’ and ‘Dooley’s Dog House’ will join us along [...]
Funny Vid to start the weekend
We can always count on Budweiser to bring us great videos of their horses and Dalmatians. This video has neither but is among the funniest I have ever seen !
Thanks Budweiser for the laugh and My Life as a Dog Trainer Blog for the list!
Have a great weekend !
April 09 Featured Client
Noah is a Labrador Retriever who is a regular daycamper here at the Grove. Noah has been coming to daycamp for some time now and keeps us on schedule, in fact we would all have to admit that Noah is “The Time Keeper”.
Many of us have pets who become restless an hour or so before [...]
Meet Gonzo
Gonzo is a wee-bit of a little guy but he is fast, corners like a grey hound and plays ball with the big boys !
Gonzo is the adorable pet of Carissa. Carissa is a full time student over at Evergreen State College and occassionally hangs out here at the Grove to help with walks and [...]
Prayers for Italy
Italy was struck with a quake early this morning leaving thousands of people homeless, injured and dead. Our prayers and thoughts are with the people of Italy today.
Gratitude to the Search and Rescue teams from around the world who are already arriving in Italy to assist in searching through the collapsed buildings.
Slovenia has offered to [...]
