Smoochie Pooch Coral Bomber Jacket     The winter freeze is just around the corner and, if you haven’t already, it’s time to make sure your dog’s winter wardrobe is ready to go. Buying one or two new pieces, reflecting the current trends of the season, is always a great idea and fun to shop around for. There’s a huge selection in every price range. Not everyone can afford to spend champagne prices on winter dog clothes and you don’t need to. Let’s sift through the overwhelming choices to hone in on what I think are… [Continue Reading]

Two adorable pitbull pups in a jack-o-lantern Kids love Halloween. Dog moms and dads love Halloween. But do DOGS love Halloween?  They do if we, as their care-givers, are sensitive to them and protect their well being. After much research, I’ve put together a good list of tips on how to keep your dog safe on Halloween. A couple may surprise you… Food: Halloween Candy Bad for Dogs Don’t feed your pet or allow anyone to feed your pet anything but his normal treats and food. Why? You can’t be too careful.… [Continue Reading]

Halloween Gift Basket for Small Dogs Fall’s nip is in the air and the leaves are turning beautiful colors. And that means Halloween’s just around the corner! For some dog moms and dads, Halloween is one of the most fun days of the year. Think about it. Matching costumes; a ridiculously adorable and funny dog costume for your pup; a chance to show how creative you are and how darn cute your dog is. And parades! If your city doesn’t currently have a Halloween Dog Parade, start a movement to create one!  Here in New York,… [Continue Reading]

Crocus Bubbles Handknit Sweater from Chien Coature Fall is upon us and whether you live where it gets cold or in the tropics, it’s nice to have something special for your fabulous fido to wear to ring in the new season. While there are many wonderful examples of dog fashion to choose from, some of us may be living on a tight budget or want to explore our own creativity, or both! We say, “Bravo!” No need to go further than Bark and Swagger to find the tools you need to design your own beautiful dog… [Continue Reading]

Dangerous, exciting, edgy and very cool. That’s what punk was back in the 1970’s. And if you were on the punk rock train, it was more than fashion, it was a way of life. It was all about pushing boundaries, and the farther out there you could go in making a statement, the more attention you received. Today, punk is back with a vengence. Maybe not so much as an anti-establishment flag to wave, but absolutely as a fashion statement. Let’s break it down for us and in the world of pet apparel. Punk’s Pedigree… Is rich and covered the… [Continue Reading]

Why Green? Pantone, the world-renowned authority on color, recently named Emerald Green the color of 2013, and the fashion world has taken its cue. Pantone describes the color as “lively, radiant and lush.” You can see variations of it in everything from ready-to-wear and couture to accessories and home decor. Read on to see how to incorporate it into your dog’s clothing. It Has a Rich History It  seems the emerald has  a long and vibrant history. It has been a gem of fascination in cultures around the world for over six thousand years, sometimes, carat for carat, being valued… [Continue Reading]