Affiliate Links Me and Sophie & Sophie! Sophie and I had a fun time on the Today show this morning! Our dog-filled area of the green room was the most popular, because everyone loves pups!  Sophie and fellow models Leon, Batman and Jasper, got lots of lovin’. We even got to meet a couple of celebrities, who were appearing on the show. For Game of Thrones fans (that would include me!), Sophie Turner, who plays Sansa Stark (remember she had to marry the awful young king!) came by and… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links I am excited to report that Sophie and I are scheduled to appear on the NBC-TV Today show tomorrow, Tuesday, March 18th between 10:30 – 11:00am, in the second half of the Kathie Lee & Hoda fourth hour. We will be a part of the best products from Global Pet Expo segment, with veterinarian Dr. Heather Loenser. We’ll be associated with the PUPSAVER dog car safety seat, a product I am a big fan of, and one Sophie uses regularly. Sophie will be the dog model inside the PUPSAVER, and I’ll… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links It was a whirlwind three days at the Global Pet Expo, but I don’t think I could’ve had a better time! Met great people, discovered gorgeous dog fashion and products; lots of amazing things happened! I’m so excited about what I’ve found, I have to share it with you in more detail than a tweet or a Facebook post. I’ve tried so hard to put all of the pictures I want to show you in here. It’s a bit crowded, but please bear with me. I couldn’t cut any of them!… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Pink Barbie Petal Dressby Orostani Couture It might seem like the trend that keeps on giving, as pastels have taken us through last spring and this fall/winter. But, we love it so much, we can’t let it go, and it’s one of spring 2014’s trends, too. I don’t mind. Pastel fashion for dogs works! There aren’t many who can’t rock a pale shade. Pastels this season aren’t about being so airy you float away; in fact, they’re a great contrast to more powerful designs. I’ve searched my favorite… [Continue Reading]

Snapshot from 2013Global Pet Expo I’ve packed the car, sent Sophie to Aunt Norma’s ’til my husband arrives, and I’m hitting the road! Destination? The biggest pet convention of the year: Global Pet Expo. My mission? Discovering great goodies to share with you! New clothing companies and styles that may not have hit the market yet; cool gadgets that make our lives with our pups easier and more fun; awesome accessories we can’t live without…I’ll be on the beat to uncover the best of the best. 2013 convention floor With three football… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Who wants to even think about it. According to statistics, 9 dogs out of 10 are expected to have an emergency in their lifetime. Jeez. When I read that, and started exploring  information on emergency dog care, how unprepared I am made me very nervous. So, I’ve vowed to get ready, just in case the unthinkable happens. I want to share with you what I’m learning/doing, so we can be prepared together. According to the American Animal Hospital Association (AAHA), 25% more animals could be saved if just one Pet First-AID… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Yvette Ruta Coat &Champagne Dreams Bed Collarless coats remind me of Jackie O. You know…chic, tailored, clean. And, even though I think Jackie, collarless coats work for more than a tailored look. Funky, retro, denim, formal, the collarless coat is a staple. This spring, it’s also a trend, and one I think translates very well for our pups. So let’s take a look at the early designers who helped usher it in, and some great looking collarless coats for dogs. A bit of history… From what I… [Continue Reading]

Affiliate Links Two GirlfriendsSharing a Secret One of the things I was excited about covering when I started Bark and Swagger is international dog fashion. Just like the preview we get of upcoming trends from Paris, London & Tokyo Fashion Weeks, I want to know what’s happening in dog design around the world. Asia, for me, is a region that is especially interesting, so I was thrilled to learn about a cool, young company creating sexy dog fashions from Korea. Today’s International Spotlight is on PinUp Dog. PinUp Dog is… [Continue Reading]