Admit it. You would love to come home to a fun, friendly face happy to see you after a stressful day at work. But you don’t want the hassle of walking a dog or cleaning the cat litter. Well, why not a get a fish? Sure, they lack the snuggle factor but there’s something fun <... >

It’s easy to shop when you know that some of your dollars will go to a good cause. Your new purchases will not only make you or your pooch look good, but it’ll make you feel good as well. A brand that is contributing to worthy animal organizations is Joe Boxer. Pick up a cute <... >

Dressing up for Halloween is always fun but it’s even more fun when you dress up your favorite fido. Canine costumes are cute, comfy and most importantly, put your pet in the spotlight. Shower some love on your pooch this All Hollow’s Eve and slip them into one of these adorable outfits. Animal Appeal If <... >

The fall season is almost here and Fashion Week is about to invade our fair city. So before six foot gazelles and Giseles prance about our city streets with no regard for the little people, it’s time to refresh our autumn attire. And the best place to start is with the hottest accessory of all <... >

Summer may be over soon but the lovely outdoor pursuits of baseball and a picnic can still be enjoyed in September ““ and you can enjoy it with your pooch while contributing to a very worthy cause. North Shore Animal League America and the New York Mets baseball team will host the 2nd Annual Dog <... >

Being a dog owner and a dog lover, I’ve been to many dog birthday parties, too numerous to remember. Most times, Darby my rollicking Irish Setter tags along, knocking over my host’s knick-knacks with her wagging tail. I don’t feel the least bit guilty when she commits this and other etiquette faux pas. After all, <... >

There are so many dog accessories on the market today that picking one out often seems like a daunting task. The best way to choose is to buy a product that matches your pet’s fashion personality. The style experts at Beauty News LA have come up with a fool-proof method of selecting a dog look based on your dog’s personality. Read the pet fashion personality profiles to see if one matches your pampered pet.

The Fashionista
The fashionista lives in a glamorous world filled with sparkle and style. Fashion hounds agree that this hot-pink ensemble is fashion-forward and fabulous.

The Snob
The snob thinks only the best will do. This persnickety pooch loves the exclusivity and craftsmanship of Hermes.

Have long days at the dog beach left you with sand in your bed and a smelly best friend? After a renewing bath, your canine companion will come out smelling like roses, literally! Thanks to Rose Petal Pooch by Pet Aromatics, there is no reason why your dog should not smell like a fresh floral bouquet, everyday.

Pet Aromatics evolved from the need to create a dog grooming line that was natural and safe to protect our beloved pooches from harsh chemicals that can be found in many products. Pet Aromatics products contain no sulfates, parabens, alcohol, pesticides, phosphates, detergents or dyes. The cleansers are vegetable and plant based and the conditioners are whipped honey, almond oil, macadamia nut oil, cucumber extract, oatmeal and Pro-Vitamin B5. This hard-working dual-purpose product gives dogs with a lustrous and sweet-smelling coat that also leaves a long-lasting fresh essence throughout the home.

After bathing, you can top off the fragrance with Aromatherapy Dog Coat Deodorizing Spritz, also available in Rose Petal Pooch to complement the shampoo. You can also use it any day your dog needs a quick sprucing up. The formula also naturally repels fleas and ticks; perfect for pet owners who don’t want to use pesticides on their precious family members. The spray can also be used as a furniture and fabric deodorizer! The possibilities are endless when it comes to these products.

There are a lot of us nowadays that don’t want to give our dogs rawhide. It’s not just because raw hide tends to bring out the raging animal in some dogs, nor is it that most raw hide is produced in third world countries and doesn’t have to pass USDA inspection (since it’s not for human consumption). Neither is it just because chunks of swallowed raw hide can cause a blockage in your dog’s intestines. No, the real reason we don’t like it is because when our dogs chew on this stuff, it makes a nasty, pasty stain on our carpets and furniture that just never seems to come out of the fabric. Blech! But, oh, how Princess loves her chewy treats. We can’t take that away from her! Well thank Sam for the yam ““ yam rawhide, that is. Princess won’t miss a thing, but she’ll gain a lot.

Sam’s Yams, made by Front Porch Pets, are the answer for every dog owner who was wishing for clean carpets, a healthy chewy treat and a happy dog all in one shot. Made from dehydrated sweet potatoes, these treats are rich in vitamins and high in anti-oxidants, and because they are naturally formed (not created from a mixture and poured into a mold) they break down naturally in your dog’s stomach. There is no artificial color, no unpleasant odor (unless you’ve got something against the smell of sweet potatoes), and no surprise ingredients to cause an allergic reaction in your dog. Just straight sweet potato goodness in every bite.

Sam’s Yams are the perfect healthy chew for any size dogs, because they come in three sizes ““ Veggie Rawhide, for dogs of all sizes; Big Boyz, for larger dogs, or small dogs that need more to chew on; and Bichon Fries, for small dogs, or as treats for larger dogs. The chews also have ridges that help clean your dog’s teeth as they chew. Such a nice favor from Sam, huh? Now if they could only walk your dog, too”¦ that’s asking for too much, isn’t it?

Speaking of walking your dog, let me warn you from personal experience to not overdo it on sweet potato treats for your dog, especially at first. The flow of bright orange I saw emerge the next morning was surprising, to say the least! Everything in moderation, folks. Yes, they’re healthy, but that doesn’t mean feed half a bag in one evening.

The many benefits of sweet potato raw hide can be found on the Front Porch website at http://www.frontporchpets.com/index.html. You can purchase Sam’s Yams through their company website, or from www.petfooddirect.com.

Woofart.com has the best pet portraits ever. They take a picture of your beloved Fido and turn it into a Warhol masterpiece. Woofart can make your dog a piece of art. It is the best gift for dog lovers. It is really high end and makes your home look like an art gallery. There is something really special about seeing your pet immortalized in a portrait. Woofart takes it one step further, creating punchy, pop art masterpieces that would look perfect in the trendiest tribeca lofts.

These are not your grandma’s pet portraits. However, Woofart offers paintings that resemble old masterworks with one exception: they include your dog. Woofart can paint your Chihuahua as the lap dog of the Mona Lisa, your Mini Pin as Queen Elizabeth, paint your Pug as the Virgin Mary’s baby, or immortalize your Japanese Chin as King Henry VIII. Woofart’s paintings are reminiscent of Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Romero Brito, Roy Lichtenstein, Alex Katz and all of the great masters.

Here, the artist Guillermo Borrajo took a picture of Bruiser the Pomeranian and turned it into a pop art portrait. Woofart has been featured in InStyle Magazine, E! News, Elle Décor and in the movie Must Love Dogs. It is very easy to submit photos online and before you know it, your mangy mutt is a masterpiece hanging on the wall. All of your friends and neighbors will think it is the coolest thing ever, except for the cat, because he’s jealous.