Couture by Sophie’sThe Abigail   I love to design things for Sophie! As it turns out, other people love the designs, too, thank goodness! That’s how Couture by Sophie was born. This is a shot I took of the little girl, modeling her newest coat, The Abigail, in front of F.I.T. This week’s 52 Snapshots of Life Photo Challenge is about creating. I saw this fabric when I was shopping for a client at Mood in the Garment Center, and loved it. I immediately saw it as a dog coat. But I didn’t buy it then;… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links     Do you pawsturize? Whether your pooch is experiencing a frigid or tropical winter, keeping their paws soft and supple is key. I’m going to share with you important, helpful info on our dog’s feet, and my best product for paw care. With Valentine’s Day just about here, there’s also a present in the picture. Does it involve a cute, stylish tote? Yes, it does!!   Dry pads-help! We’re thirsty! Pawsturized Pads Why is paw care so important?   A dog’s paw is made… [Continue Reading]

Snowing again…really?   The winter blahs. Humans aren’t the only ones who get ’em. Less Vitamin D, shivers, layering up to go out and de-layering to come in. This was taken last winter during a string of snow days here, when it was tough for Sophie to go out and do her business. She braved it, the tough little cookie, but you could tell she wasn’t having too much fun. It’s those feet; she doesn’t like to get those dainty little paws wet. Don’t tell the other Portuguese Podengo Pequenos; they’d have a good laugh. “We’re… [Continue Reading]

courtesy of AnimalPlanet.com   What brings 85  puppies, 21 kittens, 5 goats and 5 hamsters together for the most talked-about animal sports event of the year?  It’s Puppy Bowl 2015, silly! Who can resist Animal Planet’s delicious alternative to the big game, that’s become a big game in itself. With 13.5 million viewers tuning in last year, the Puppy Bowl has become the go-to event for comic relief and the cuddly factor on game day (in case Deflate Gate wasn’t enough). 🙂 The pups, all between the ages of 12 and 21 weeks and all shelter dogs (who quickly get… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Max in his favorite froggy pose Scrunchies are back, and not just for us! A new brand, Schmoozies, has devised the clever scrunchie. It sings, dances….uh, no, no, no. 🙂 What it does, is hold your dog’s ID tag and contains a small pouch where you can insert a special aromatherapy wafer to help alleviate certain issues your pup may have. Schmoozies are a colorful, adorable, lightweight dog collar. Form meets function; I love it!  There’s a great Schmoozies giveaway, so read on for details! … [Continue Reading]

The Queen & her subject, Rebecca I met the Queen. She was walking a Corgi. Burberry and Chanel were there and Falco looked positively distinguished. No, I’m not talking about a mash-up between a royal fashion and tv show. This was the Westminster Kennel Club’s official press conference to introduce the new AKC breeds (that’s the American Kennel Club) being added this year, and more. And, Bark & Swagger was in the house! The Queen I’m referring to was a special Queen Elizabeth-themed demonstration booth, featuring Pembroke Welsh Corgis Rebecca, Reese, Liam and Jordan with owners… [Continue Reading]

This is one of the most snuggly pictures I’ve taken of Sophie. It was the morning of her last birthday, when she decided to sleep in. Lord knows what she was dreaming about that day. Probably the squirrels in Madison Square Park and what raucous game of fetch she would play with mommy later. Truth be told, Sophie would sleep in every morning, if she had her druthers. She’s a late to bed, late to rise kinda girl (like her mom). 🙂   But, on this particular morning (and this was pre-Jasper becoming part of our family), Sophie got extra… [Continue Reading]

I think I’d add freedom and playful to joyful for this shot of Sophie running in her backyard in Florida. I took this pic a couple of years ago, but love it and wanted to share. I love how joyful she does look, carrying her favorite raccoon tail meets tennis ball toy.   Sophie loves her backyard. The bad news is we just sold this house. The good news is we’re moving down there and have rented a new house with a great, fenced in backyard! So, Sophie and Jasper will be able to romp and play together there, and… [Continue Reading]