What an amazing experience! The universe called on us yesterday and, thanks to our little Sophie, we were able to make a huge difference in the life of a New York City pigeon. I have to share the story of performing a real life bird wildlife rescue, and the avian rehabilitation center we discovered because of it. My husband and I were walking the dogs in the late afternoon. It’s bitter cold here in New York right now, so neither the pups nor we want to be out for very long, nor is it safe to be. We were about… [Continue Reading]

The fur kids in the Miller-Young household are music lovers! So, I couldn’t resist sharing some of their auditory escapades for this week’s installment of 52 Snapshots of Life, a great photo challenge posed by fellow blogger, Christina Berry of TheLazyPitbull.com. Lola the tortoise shell, rest her soul, is the featured baby. Lola passed over the bridge last August. She seems to be listening to the song only she can hear. Isabel, her kitty sibling, is striking a pose with one paw at the ready to dance, with a look that challenges us to get down, or else! 🙂  And,… [Continue Reading]

  Hi, SwagTeam! I took a bit of a break around the holidays and am now back. Happy, happy new year! Wishing all of you a healthy, wonderful 2015! 2015 for Stanley, me, Sophie, Jasper and Isabel will be a pivotal one. Over the holidays, we decided to change our lives for the better and make a big move. While we’ve had a home in Fort Lauderdale, Florida for a few years, our primary residence has been in New York City. This year (really soon), we’ll be making our primary residence Florida! We’re saying good-bye to the bitter cold, crowds… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Kathy & Sparky, the inspiration for Loved Ones pets collection She’s the model turned business mogul who took an idea, launched with a pair of socks, and grew it into a multi-billion dollar company. Kathy Ireland, the fresh-faced stunner who captivated us as a supermodel in the 80’s, is one of today’s top female executives and a great role model for women everywhere. Today, Ireland has designed over 15,000 products, available in 50 countries, in categories that all offer solutions –  for families, especially busy moms; for business people… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links   There’s something about that crinkle sound that a dog just loves! Sophie and Jasper’s favorite toys are crinkles. The word, itself, begs a smile. So the final in our DIY Holiday Gifts for Your Dog Series is one purely for your pet’s enjoyment. Lots of dogs like to chew on empty water bottles. But, that can be dangerous, with swallowing the plastic as a big concern. Covering it in an old sweatshirt or t shirt material, thick enough to provide protection from the plastic but soft enough to be cozy, is a… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links   Do you love projects that have special meaning like I do? The idea of creating an ornament of my dog, one I can use again and again for a variety of things, is perfect! Today’s post in our DIY Holiday Gifts for Your Dog Series is a how-to, your dog ornament of your very own. Think about it: an embellishment for a photo shoot, a gift for a friend, a decorative piece for your home…there are many ways to use this ornament over and over, year round. So, let’s get to it!… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Chow hounds, anyone? If your dog, like mine, is a nano second nosher, finding fun ways to slow them down is not only important, but health-conscious, too. Rapid eating is a cause of bloat, a potentially deadly condition in dogs. This effective toy, originally created to enrich the lives of shelter dogs, does the trick and is the next in our DIY Holiday Gifts for Your Dog Series. It was created by Beth Patterson, founder and editor of Daily Dog Tag, and Alice G. Patterson (are they sisters?) for Pet Appreciation Week last… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links I don’t usually cover food or treats on Bark & Swagger, but am making an exception for this cool, cruelty-free LoCal apple pumpkin jerky…yum! It’s been fun passing along tips on how to make something for our pups, with love from our own hands. And, during this time of year when spending runs higher, it’s nice to have some do-it-yourself tricks up our sleeves, right? Let’s get to our next in my DIY Holiday Gifts for Your Dog Series.   If my Jasper is any indication, doggies LOVE apples and pumpkin! It must… [Continue Reading]