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Lucky Dog Cuisine Offers a New Healthy Food Option for Your Dog - Turkey 'n Taters Includes Turkey, Pumpkin, Yogurt and More

Lucky Dog Cuisine has a new recipe! Turkey 'N Taters is Lucky Dog's grain free alternative. While Lucky Dog Cuisine believes that dogs benefit from grains, they also understand that there are some dogs that have a true grain allergy. For those special dogs they present Turkey 'n Taters.

Turkey 'N Taters is a blend of turkey, roast potatoes, yogurt, pumpkin, spinach, peas, carrots, olive oil, rosemary, garlic, sea salt and love. Even if your dog doesn't need a grain free alternative, they will still love to have Turkey 'n Taters join their rotation of Lucky Dog recipes. Read more about Lucky Dog Cuisine on their DogFriendlyCompanies.com bio page.

Pampered Paw Gifts Joins our Group of Dog Friendly Companies - Offers Treats, Gift Baskets for Dogs, Dog Birthday Cakes and More

We are happy to welcome Pampered Paw Gifts to our group of dog friendly companies.

Pampered Paw Gifts • Zephyrhills, Florida • Phone 1-800-748-5293 • Request information about Pampered Paw Gifts • Visit the Pampered Paw Gifts website

ABOUT PAMPERED PAW GIFTS

Based in Pasco County, Florida, Pampered Paw Gifts is an online dog boutique with a wide variety of gifts for your companion animals. This expansive online shop includes dog toys, gift baskets, toys, food and water bowls, pet beds, spa items, travel accessories and more.

They also offer gifts for human dog lovers, including books, car mats, door mats, movies, purses, tote bags and sweatshirts. Dozens upon dozens of items fill the pages, with items to satisfy many preferences.

Along with everyday gifts, Pampered Paw Gifts has special occasion items for your dog's birthday, including dog birthday cakes and treats, as well as other gift items geared toward holidays throughout the year. Gift certificates are also available.

This gift basket is one of many gifts from Pampered Paw Gifts.

And Pampered Paw Gifts doesn't stop at offering fun and practical gifts. Their entire website is peppered with rescue links and information, and they invite rescues to submit their information for potential linkup.

Their website also features a special section of their online store–a percentage of proceeds from these items go directly to rescue organizations.

Spreading the Word about Spay / Neuter
Pampered Paw Gifts shares, "We believe very strongly in helping to end the never-ending cycle of killing millions of perfectly healthy, loveable dogs and cats. So much of this needless killing could be prevented by spaying / neutering your pets, to prevent the cycle of unwanted, homeless animals."

From everyday items like bowls and beds, to special holiday gifts and treats, to resources about rescue, Pampered Paw Gifts has a lot to offer the dog loving shopper.

Pampered Paw Gifts • Zephyrhills, Florida • Phone 1-800-748-5293 • Request information about Pampered Paw Gifts • Visit the Pampered Paw Gifts website

Bark & Beg Joins Dog Friendly Companies - Offers Gourmet Dog Treats, Dog Birthday Cakes and Other Treats For Your Dogs

We are proud to welcome Bark & Beg to our group of dog friendly companies.

Bark & Beg, LLC• PO Box 801624 Acworth, Georgia 30101 • Phone (404) 395-9069 • Request information about Bark & Beg's products • Visit the Bark & Beg website

ABOUT BARK & BEG

Bark & Beg offers custom made, freshly baked dog treats with all natural human grade ingredients, and no artificial colors, chemicals, salt, preservatives, or by-products.

The company was founded in 2009 by Jeff and Amy Luce, who grew up around dogs, giving them a comprehensive understanding of the happiness dogs bring to people's lives.

The Luces share, "As adults, we realized our dogs require nutritious food and all natural treats so that they can live longer and healthier lives with us."

Bark & Beg founders Jeff and Amy Luce.

That philosophy helped spur an interest in baking healthy, natural dog treats. A passion for biscotti sealed the deal, when the Luces' daughter, Kirsten, made biscotti for the family's beagles. The family shared their fresh biscotti with friends, who loved them and requested more. This finalized the decision to take this on as a professional endeavor, and Bark & Beg was born.

Along with everyday goodies for dogs, Bark & Beg also creates items for special occasions and holidays, including birthday cakes and wedding cakes, holiday cookies, gift baskets and more.

Bark & Beg cares about your dog's health as well as taste. That's why they use safflower oil in their treats–this, they share, "helps to control shedding, is great for the skin, and is an all natural preservative."

Satisfaction Guaranteed
Dodger, their beagle, is the official taste tester for Bark & Beg. He is so confident in the taste and quality of Bark & Beg treats that he (and his human parents) will provide a full refund or product swap it if your dog does approve. The Luces share, "if Dodger doesn't like the treat, then the recipe goes in the garbage can."

Bark & Beg offers many varieties of treats, including:

• Country Carrot Treats
• Howlin' Honey Cookies
• Pumpkin Bones
• Peanut Butter Belly Treats
• Dodger's Gourmet Snack Pack–sampling of Peanut Butter Belly Treats, Pumpkin Bones, Country Carrot Treats, and Howlin' Honey Cookies

They offer several other varieties, including many holiday treats made with ingredients like peanut butter, pumpkin and carob.

Bark & Beg also offers sample recipes, available on the Bark & Beg website.

The company offers wholesale opportunities to brick and mortar businesses. If interested in wholesaling with Bark & Beg, please contact them. Bark & Beg also has a "Good Dog of The Month Club"–enter to win free Bark & Beg treats.

Shop With Dog Friendly Companies - Last Call Before Holiday

Christmas is truly right around the corner. If you have shopping left to do, we hope you will browse through our dog friendly company listings. Some of our featured companies offer holiday related gifts, and all of them offer either goods or services that benefit dogs and dog lovers. When the holidays are over, you can continue to turn to them for dog-related goods and services year round.

Vote with your wallet -- shop with dog friendly companies.

One Smart Dog, LLC Will Start New Obedience Classes This January - Also Holding Pet CPR and First Aid Classes Next Year

One Smart Dog, LLC will will hold new obedience classes at Trap Falls Kennel Club in Connecticut. Classes begin January 5, 2010. Visit the One Smart Dog, LLC website for info.

Sid Korpi, Author of Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss, Will Offer Her Book At Local Minneapolis Event December 10

Sid Korpi, author of Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss, will be at the following upcoming event:

Art & Soul Holiday Sale

Host:  Art & Soul

Location: Van Buren Building, 1400 Van Buren Street NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413

Date:  Thursday, December 10, 12:00PM 

Music, food and more throughout the weekend, plus an opening night party on Thursday, December 10, from 6 - 9 pm (adults only please).

Sid will offer copies of her book, Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss, at the event.

Zodiac Dog Joins Our Dog Friendly Websites: Offers Dog Clothing, Leashes, Collars, Other Accessories Based On Your Dog's Zodiac Sign

We are happy to welcome Zodiac Dog to our series of dog friendly websites. Zodiac Dog offers dog clothing and accessories to coincide with your dog's own sign.

Like humans, dogs are individuals with their own personalities and their own astrological signs. Now, thanks to Zodiac Dog, dog parents can celebrate that individuality with zodiac-specific clothing, leashes, collars and other accessories.

Zodiac Dog is based in Costa Mesa, California and offers items locally and through their website. The company emphasizes that just as we humans have our own astrological signs–and personality traits to match–so do our dogs. Zodiac Dog honors this through fun, attractive and functional clothing and accessories.


Your little Leo can have his own shirt too!

Dean Duet, founder of Zodiac Dog, shares: "Two years ago as I was learning more about my own zodiac sign, I realized that our pets have their own zodiac signs too! As each of these signs represents its own unique characteristics, I understood our pets have their own distinct personalities as well. As with my own five animals (three dogs and two cats), I recognized their own distinct traits and qualities and mannerisms. That’s when I came up with the idea for Zodiac Dog. I thought, 'Wow, that would be a fun way to celebrate our pets' personalities.' Clothing and accessories for our fur kids was born!'"

And so far, the company is thriving at local events in the Los Angeles area, as well as in their online store. Locally, Zodiac Dog visits events at dog parks and other spots where dog lovers gather. Online, they offer everything from leashes and collars to bandanas, shirts and more.

Zodiac Dog is clearly a dog friendly company due to the items they sell, and the fact that they appreciate dogs' individuality. But they go beyond the call of duty. Their company website shares that they donate a portion of proceeds to to the Agape Animal Sanctuary, a nonprofit organization caring for abandoned and neglected animals. A big, starry welcome to Zodiac Dog!

One Smart Dog, LLC Offers Canine CPR and Pet CPR Classes, Positive Reinforcement Training, Pet Sitting Services in Connecticut

We are proud to welcome One Smart Dog, LLC to our series of dog friendly websites.

One Smart Dog, LLC was founded by Dawn Lowery, a Connecticut-based animal professional who offers a range of services to improve the quality of life for dogs, as well as the relationship between dogs and their human families.

After working in the corporate world for over ten years, Dawn decided to follow her dream to help dogs. Since then, she has embarked on a number of projects and initiatives to help both dogs and dog parents.

Dog training is one service she offers. Using positive reinforcement, she guides people through the process of reshaping their dogs' behavior using rewards and praise. Because dogs are likely to repeat the rewarded behavior in the future, Dawn shares that positive reinforcement is one of the most powerful methods one can use when training a dog.

Dawn received her training through the Animal Behavior College (ABC). As part of the program, she was required to volunteer at a local animal shelter. This experience, she says, was instrumental in her decision to continue expanding her work to help dogs. Although she has already earned her certification from ABC, she continues to volunteer at local shelters, using her experience to help dogs become more adoptable.

Along with her trainer certification, Dawn has also held the role of Assistant Animal Control Officer for the town of Wilton. She is also Red Cross certified in canine CPR, and teaches CPR classes on a regular basis. Contact Dawn for CPR class dates and to learn how CPR can save your dog's life.

Dawn Lowery holds many professional certifications and memberships, including:

    * Red Cross Instructor for Dog First Aid and CPR, Valley Chapter
    * AKC Canine Good Citizen Evaluator #40284
    * Association of Pet Dog Trainers
    * Boston Terrier Rescue Committee of Connecticut

Read more about Dawn Lowery's services and One Smart Dog.

Zodiac Dog Offers Dog Accessories According to Zodiac Sign - Shirts, Collars, Leashes and Other Items Available Online

Zodiac Dog, a Los Angeles-based, online dog apparel company offering dog clothes by Zodiac sign, is running a holiday special. Your little Leo or precious Pisces can enjoy a new leash made just for him or her, while your adorable Aquarius might like a new bandana. In fact, Zodiac Dog is giving away a free bandana with the purchase of any Zodiac shirt. Start shopping at Zodiac Dog!

Dog Friendly Companies Across the United States - New Featured Dog Friendly Products Include Book, Booties, Medical Devices, Healthy Food

Here's October's summary of dog friendly companies featured on our websites. More to come in November! The below is listed by state.

California
Cherie Vergini - Pet psychic and intuitive based in CA - phone sessions available

Colorado
Just joined- OrthoPets - custom made prosthetic devices for handicapped or injured animals

Connecticut
A Spoiled Dog - healthy, homemade treats available online
Fortuna Cedar Oil - nontoxic / pet friendly bug repellent - based in CT, products available online
Pawty Time Treats and Gifts - homemade treats, birthday cakes and party platters available online
Pet Aesthetics - full service grooming salon in Southbury, CT - owner directs and participates in rescue efforts
Pet E.R. Guide - directory of 700+ emergency vet clinics across the United States
Valley Firearms - retail and online firearms dealer - dogs allowed inside CT retail store

Maine
Just joined- Dog-Booties.net - handmade boots and shoes to protect your dog's feet from the elements

Maryland
Gardner Hume Collection - handmade Italian ceramics available online, owner has donated to rescue

Minnesota
Just joined- Sid Korpi - author of Good Grief: Finding Peace After Pet Loss

Pennsylvania
All Dogs Big and Small - online dog boutique, items for dog parents available as well

South Carolina
Just joined- Lucky Dog Cuisine - homemade dog food formulated by health experts - shipped right to your door

Texas
Bean Dogs Cafe - online dog boutique, owner donates percentage of sales to rescue
Dog Gone Detectives - search and rescue service for missing pets in Dallas and other areas

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Want to join us? Apply to become a featured company.

Lots of wonderful rescues joined us too! Check them out on our nonprofits page.