Game of Thrones’ Cast The Game of Thrones season 4 premiere is two days away and I am in a tizzy. We have to wait so long between seasons, it’s enough to make the most mellow itchy with anticipation. And, from what I’ve heard, this season will be chock full of action. Being Bark and Swagger is all about dogs, I was curious to see which of the “GoT” stars were dog lovers, had dogs or shared dog-related fun facts for us hungry fans. What I discovered was some cool, personal info on our beloved band… [Continue Reading]

  Kathy Ireland and Elizabeth Taylor, with one of her beloved Maltese You may wonder what former supermodel and current business mogul, Kathy Ireland, and the iconic Elizabeth Taylor have in common. Inspiration. Read on to find out how one honors the other in a new pet product collection. Hers may be the world’s 28th most licensed brand and more successful than Martha Stewart’s, but in front of a roomful of femmeprenuers at Global Pet Expo recently, Kathy Ireland’s eyes flashed with sassy glee. She’s telling a story about overcoming adversity, something Ireland has done many times… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Chloe Polka Dot Kissesphoto courtesy of Candice Katayama YouTube did it. I have no idea what I was searching for, but I saw this precious, bright-eyed little Yorkie face and clicked “Play.” That was my first introduction to Chloe Polka Dot, and it hooked me forever. I say polka dot kisses, because Chloe’s mission is to be an ambassador for creating smiles (like little puppy kisses) around the world. And, she’s succeeding. How does she do it? The cutie pie face does draw you in, but with… [Continue Reading]

Stylish Willowphoto by Alo Ceballos/FilmMagic Willow Smith has to be the perfect young celebrity to cover on  Bark and Swagger. She’s fresh, incredibly fashion forward and an animal lover. And, she’s created some really interesting looks, hot music and was an early adopter in safely dip-dyeing her pup. So, today, let’s check in with Willow Smith & her dogs in The Celebrity Spot. What makes Willow so interesting? Willow’s V MagazineShoot for Chanelphoto by Karl Lagerfeld This is a girl who has a charmed life. Daughter of Will and Jada Pinkett Smith,… [Continue Reading]

OK, maybe I’m just out of the loop, but how many of you knew that Minka Kelly is the daughter of former Aerosmith guitarist Rick Dufay? In addition to being the progeny of a rock star, Minka is also a serious dog lover, and has called her cockapoo, Chewy, the “love of my life.” We love that, because we feel the same way about our pups, right? And that is precisely why, as well as that they are celebs, Minka Kelly & Chewy are our subjects today on The Celebrity  Spot. Minka & her love bunny Minka… [Continue Reading]

Terry St Angelo & Aspenin Cheryl Keninger Friday started a whirlwind of pre-Westminster events and all manner of fur friend fun. So, I didn’t want to miss Jennifer Bartok and Celebrity Catwalk’s  2nd Annual Couture Paws for a Cause Brunch on Sunday at The Spot Experience in Chelsea. The event brings attention to New York’s homeless animals and benefits Rescuzilla. I figured it was a small enough environment to take Sophie, as she gets anxious in large spaces with lots people and animals, so off we went to meet my friend, Lauren Darr of International Association… [Continue Reading]

Hangin’Sophie, Potter & Tango Today was such an exciting day for us! If you don’t know by now, Sophie is a Portuguese Podengo Pequeno and, this year, the Podengo Pequeno makes its debut competing at Westminster. That, in and of itself, is exciting, and Bark and Swagger will be there to cover the Podengo competition and the Hound Group results. This may sound silly, but there’s only one other Podengo I know of in all of New York City, and Sophie and I haven’t been able to connect with Norman (that’s his name), although we’ve tried.… [Continue Reading]

She’s a Chanel muse; the new face of L’Oreal and Gucci’s Premiere; a TV star; a chocolate chip with pecans cookie fan and foodie; a Ryan Reynolds fan. He’s a movie star; People’s Sexiest Man Alive 2010; a marathon runner (in honor of his dad with Parkinson’s); a motorcycle fan; an art enthusiast; funny; self-deprecating; a Blake Lively fan. And they’re both big fans of animals. I’m talking about Ryan Reynolds and  Blake Lively, a (wait for it) happily married Hollywood couple. Says Mary-Louis Parker, who co-starared with Reynolds in the film, R.I.P.D., in a Details interview, “He has this gorgeous, sweet, kind wife. Together, they’re really well-suited.” When… [Continue Reading]