I love getting a surprise in the mail, don’t you? It’s fun to open the box, peel away the tissue and see what’s inside. If it’s a present for Sophie, she knows. She’s rocking that little tush back and forth, ears perked expectantly, eyes wide, as if to say, ‘Me? That’s for me? Quick! Open it, Mom!’ So, imagine how much fun it would be to get a cool assortment of treats, toys and accessories for your baby every month. PetBox offers a goodie box to howl about, and you can have it your way. PetBox were kind enough to… [Continue Reading]

Prince Lorenzo & Bellephoto courtesy of Royal Pet Club It starts with a pet who changes your life. For Prince Lorenzo Borghese, of the royal Borghese family and The Bachelor fame, it started with Belle, a black Lab pup gifted to him on his 21st birthday. The “it” I’m referring to is an inspiring journey where he’d witness unspeakable abuses and be a part of soul-stirring happy endings; a journey that would require him to roll up his sleeves and get into the trenches to fight for something he believed in. The battlegrounds were animal abuse, kill… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Genius Dog Brainteasers for dogs…what’s that? Is it like Spot’s Sudoku? Is it a doggy crossword? Well, sort of. Nina Ottosson is the first lady of intelligent dog toys;  games and puzzles that challenge your pup’s brain. She has this philosophy: a dog has four legs and one brain. All five need exercise. I can tell you, when Sophie is bored, look out. There’s mischief lurking! So, I think there’s a lot to be said for stimulating a dog’s brain, as well as it’s body.

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]

Animal Planet’sEaster Basket   Big Easter Basket Giveaway (sponsored by Animal Planet)   Spring is here and Animal Planet is helping us celebrate! Bark and Swagger is partnering with them on a yummy and fun Doggy Easter Basket Giveaway, provided by Animal Planet to a lucky Bark and Swagger reader sooo…..let the giveaway begin!! I’m an Animal Planet fan. Animal Cops is an emotional roller coaster. Victoria Stilwell’s It’s Me or the Dog, has really helpful info, and my friend can’t get enough of Pitbulls and Parolees.  So, I took the opportunity to connect with them at Global Pet Expo and… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Hot PinkHeavy Metal Harness w/ silver Diva Dangle Rebecca Bissi has a lot of energy. In our interview, we talked talked talked for over an hour, the passion for what she’s doing apparent in her enthusiasm. To look at the designs for her brand, Chien Coature, is to be in awe. The creative and often complex pieces, the craftsmanship, her aesthetic…many of her designs look like you’d find them in Bergdorf Goodman. Ultra luxe. Bissi falls into that category of a small handful of pet fashion designers who I… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Bathing Sophie is a necessity, not really a joy for either of us. Maybe you feel the same way. She shakes; I’m stressed. I worry about getting soap in her eyes and that she’s stressed. But, I’ve found a fantastic tool in my dog grooming arsenal in celebrity groomer, Jorge Bendersky’s new book, DIY Dog Grooming: Everything You Need To Know, Step by Step. This book, unlike many you might find on the shelves, is made for us, the dog owner. Maybe taking our baby to a professional groomer is too… [Continue Reading]