If you’re considering adding a dog to your family this holiday, here are three I’m featuring from the Liberty Animal Control in Fresno, California today. I’ll be stepping up Shelter Stars over the holidays to includes new dogs up for adoption every other day in the hope you will consider them, share the post with your friends and help me get these babies into loving forever homes so they can have a blessed holiday, too. If we all come together, we can do this thing and get these dog star rescues a home for the holidays. These dogs are situated at:

Rocko

Liberty Animal Control

760 W Nielsen Avenue

Fresno, CA 93706

Tel: 559 600-PETS

Rocko#4485

Small Boxer mix, Male, maybe 1 year old and weighs about 30 lbs, He is slightly shy, but very friendly. And very, very sweet looking. I’m told Rocko is a multi-talented boy. He loves frozen bananas, ferris wheels (THAT I’d like to see), can make a superb omelet (that, too!) and is learning yoga (ok, ok, so he’s limber, too). Reach out to someone who may show this boy some lovin’.

Chestnut#0574

Male, very friendly and active. young – 1-2 years old. Chestnut is a writer, his description says. You know, they have some very colorful writers for these dogs.

Chestnut

Apparently, Chestnut is almost finished writing his Christmas cards but needs to finish his shopping. Getting stuck in the shelter hasn’t helped his cause. Please give Chestnut a home to bring his presents. He’s waiting for you.

No Name #4060

This poor baby hasn’t been given a name. She’s a female, 40 lb Pit Bull mix, and looks scared and in need of some serious TLC. Is there anyone you know who may be able to love her and give her her forever home?

No Name

Please share this and ask your friends to share it, too. Let’s get these homeless darlings home. Thank you.

Until next time…

I know I write a lot about girly fashions. Maybe it’s because of Sophie; maybe it’s because my house is filled with girls (2 female kitties – Lola and Isabel). My husband is the only guy within throwing distance! So, I decided to create a regular, topical post on fashion for boy dogs.

Every Wednesday, I’ll recommend new tips and trends for your little guy.  Today, I’m going to cover boy’s coats. With much of the U.S. covered in snow, it’s a good time to add that fresh coat to his wardrobe. Let’s take a look at what I’ve found and love.

5 Toasty & Fashionable Coats I Love & Why

The Silver Puffer

The Puffer in Silver

OK, I know I’m like a magpie! Show me a bit of shimmer and I’m hooked. If you’re like me, this is a great choice. Good-looking and warm, with just enough shimmer to say fashion but not scream it. Here’s what I like about this coat:

• made of coated nylon, so water resistant
• fully lined for warmth
• easy to use velcro closure at the belly, with silver snaps
• a stow-away hood in a neat zipped collar
• side ruching for added style and fit
• silver snap pockets at the back to stow a poop bag
• red and black stripe feature at neck
• machine washable and lay flat to dry

Where to buy: Bitch New York

Sizing: XXS (8″)  – XXL (18″) (sizing chart)

Price: $39.00

The Down Puffer Coat by Canine Styles

If you’re looking for a timeless style, a super fit and warmth, warmth, warmth, this down puffer is it. In a variety of colors, it is quality made and is an investment that will keep paying for itself year after year. If you can splurge for one coat that will take him most everywhere, this is one I highly recommend. Here are the features I like:

• 

  The Down Puffer

  made of water and snow proof nylon outer shell and lining

• warm down lining
• high collar for added warmth
• designed for great fit with newly added back darts to contour to your dog’s back
• strong velcro closures at neck and belly for durability and support
• comes in great colors – Black, Cranberry, Brown, Orange, Loden Green
• machine washable and can be machine dried but I would remove periodically and shake out so the down filling fluffs nicely

Where to buy: Puprwear

Sizing: 8″ – 28″ (sizing chart)

Price: $95.95 – 245.95

Melton Wool Toggle Coat by Canine Styles

The Melton Wool Toggle Coat

Attention, preppy dog moms and dads! This adorable melton wool toggle, in a snappy orange or a warm brown, is here! This warm, stylish and timeless coat has some great things going for it:

• blend of genuine melton wool and breathable poly
• fully lined for warmth
• secure velcro closures at neck and belly
• wooden toggle features add style
• can be hand washed or dry cleaned

Where to buy: Puprwear

Sizing: 8″ – 18″ (sizing chart)

Price: $59.95 – 69.95

The Asha Wolfe Forest Blanket Coat

This stunning custom-made coat is a piece of art and history in one. Each coat is cut from a genuine Pendleton wool vintage blanket or fabric and, because of that,

The Asha Wolfe Blanket Coat

is completely original and limited. Once a particular blanket is used, that design is gone. But from the looks of it, Asha Wolfe has found several really beautiful patterns to choose from. I just picked my favorite but you can see more once you click on the link here. Their forest blanket:

• has unique pattern, is a one-of-a-kind coat
• is made from genuine Pendleton wool vintage blankets or fabric
• has a suede lining
• has two layers of cotton batting for warmth
• features handworked leather chest and belly straps and a deerskin belly strap to secure the others
• is a dry clean item

Where to buy: Bitch New York

Sizing: the link will take you to a 10.5″ size, but this is really made to order

Price: $165.00

The Cranberry Coat

This luxurious part cashmere, part wool coat is elegant and well made. It’s timeless in its style and will last for years. I love the lines and how the collar hugs around the neck for a tailored look. The hand-

The Cranberry Coat

embroidered snowflake is a nice touch. All in all, a beautiful piece that will have your dog looking like a million bucks, whether he’s going out for a special occasion or just meeting up with friends in the park. It features:

• cashmere/wool fabric
• classic wrap coat design
• 100% organic cotton twill lining
• secure velcro closures at neck and belly
• nice, fabric covered buttons
• all stitching is invisible for a clean, fine look
• this can be hand washed in cold water with a wool detergent (fashion velcro before washing), or dry cleaned

Where to buy: Bitch New York

Sizing: XXXS (8″)  – S (14″)

Price: $185.00

In Summary

Hope you found my first all-boy post helpful. It’s fun tracking down these items for you and I hope you enjoyed a few of my favorites. Do you have a favorite coat for your dog? Tell me about it and share a picture.

Until next time…next Wednesday, that is. Let’s hear it for the boys!