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UPDATED: NYC Allows Sardi’s to Serve Westminster’s Top Dog Next Year

Dogs compete at Westminster. UPDATED {8:22 p.m}: NYC will grant a one-day waiver to Sardi’s so they can serve  next year’s champion, according to the Associated Press.   ————————————————–  New York City has put a stop to the traditional celebratory meal at the famous Sardi’s restaurant for Westminster’s Best in Show winner, according to the local… Continue reading UPDATED: NYC Allows Sardi’s to Serve Westminster’s Top Dog Next Year

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Adopt Your Own Pekingese Winner!

The breed who gets crowned the Best in Show winner at Westminster instantly becomes the new “it” breed to own. So, it’s no surprise there will likely be a surge in searches for Pekingese dogs after Malachy’s win. But, before you start dialing the closest Pekingese breeders, check out ones up for adoption at Petfinder… Continue reading Adopt Your Own Pekingese Winner!

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“Every Dog, Dog Show”: Help Pedigree Feed Homeless Pets

Many of you have likely read the New York Times story about how the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show parted ways with longtime sponsor Pedigree, reportedly in part because of the dog food company’s commercials featuring sad-looking mixed breeds up for adoption. Toby snuggles under my Pedigree Adoption Drive scarf. The yearly dog show was… Continue reading “Every Dog, Dog Show”: Help Pedigree Feed Homeless Pets

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And, This Is Why I Don’t Buy Dog Beds

Since Toby was a puppy every single dog bed I’ve bought him he’s torn all the stuffing out of and basically ruined it. This habit of his is why I never buy him dog beds — they’re usually destroyed within minutes of giving one to him. Recently, I thought we had turned a corner. When… Continue reading And, This Is Why I Don’t Buy Dog Beds