Choupette   Karl Lagerfeld’s cat, Choupette, earns the equivalent of 692 Chanel 2.55 handbags a year…without lifting a paw; an amazing gig at, on average, $4,900 per bag. Internet meme, Grumpy Cat, could purchase 15,966 pairs of Louboutin Cataclou 60 espadrilles with his approximate daily salary of $34,776.26. I’m going to sit down now because… Keyboard Cat, before his death in March of this year,  is reputed to have a net worth of $100m. And Jiff the Pomeranian earns $5,950,000 a year. You could do that, too, if you were a famous, furry internet star with… [Continue Reading]

Laura Souza and the G in G Girl…Gianna.   Glamour, glitz, good times and doing good; these were the themes this weekend at the 4th annual Fabulous Cotillion for furbabies at the Abacoa Country Club in Jupiter, Florida. G Girl Productions’ fearless leader and event coordinator extraordinaire, Laura Souza, and Gianna, the inspiration for the G in G Girl, presided over a very well run 3-day event showcasing designer dog fashions for rescue, two of which this blogger attended. It was my first time and I didn’t really know what to expect. I walked away understanding… [Continue Reading]

Jasper chases lizards, is our home’s self-subscribed protector, was rescued and is very loved. Wouldn’t it be great to honor and celebrate the adventures and attributes of his life and ours together? I found a beautiful way to do that walking the aisles of Global Pet Expo this year in a bead charm bracelet meets dog collar created by Bella & Beau. What I so love about this product is its thoughtfulness and quality. With over 200 charms to choose from, and a nice leather collar in three color options – always chic black, candy pink and an aquamarine blue… [Continue Reading]

  Is Spring in bloom where you are? When we lived in New York, this time of year was one of my favorites because it had warmed up enough to know that winter was behind us. And, there was a fair amount of snow this year, if you live up north or out west. But, whether you live in a cold climate during winter or warm, there’s nothing quite like those vibrant spring colors and beachy vibes. And, one of my favorite brands has some wonderful choices for spring/summer for the discerning, stylish and practical (but, not boring) pet parent. I’m… [Continue Reading]

Are you as excited about summer as we are? Sundresses, sandals and sandy beach walks! Summer has its own special needs for the stylish dog. What are the new must haves that also solve problems for dog parents? Here are some of my faves: Bampz Water Bottles     Came across these colorful thermoses at Global Pet Expo and loved them! The metal container keeps cool water cool and the colorful caps function as cups, too. The smaller size fits into a small bag easily; the larger has a cross body carrier in great colors. We’ve taken small and large… [Continue Reading]

JASPER   It’s coming up on three years since we adopted Jasper, our terrier terror from the NYACC, and we couldn’t feel more blessed to have him in our lives. It wasn’t always the case but, as so often happens, Jasper taught us a lot about behavior, structure, training, patience and love. So, for Adopt A Shelter Pet Day, we wanted to share Jasper’s story that contains some of our most successful tips to help other pet parents with reactive dogs they’ve adopted. So many dogs are returned to shelters for behavior problems. Training a reactive… [Continue Reading]

  Catching my breath from Global Pet Expo this year took a bit more time. Bigger show, more to see. But, it was well worth it, because I’ve returned with some of my favorite stylish pet accessories and more for you! I’m talking dogs and dog moms, big dogs and smallest, fashion and function, so let’s get to it, I have to share! The PetSafe Silver Glitter Easy Walk Harness     I’ve mentioned that PetSafe products saved our lives with two of our dogs, being there for us at the right time with the right solution. You know what… [Continue Reading]

Balou Spring and Summer are just around the corner, and one of the most critical issues will be how to keep your dog from overheating. Is there a way to maintain a stable, ideal body temperature without freezer packs, gels, crystals, chemicals or soaking a garment in water? Now, there is the first dry cooling vest for dogs, and you know it’s also stylish, or you wouldn’t be reading about it here. 🙂 And, Bark & Swagger followers are offered a 25% discount if you act before March 10th! One of my favorite brands is Suitical and… [Continue Reading]