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Mid Year Report Shows Over 30 Dog Friendly Companies and Dog Rescue Organizations

So far this year, we have welcomed eight companies and 23 rescue organizations to our dog friendly network. Here is an alphabetical listing of all the great groups who have climbed on board so far this year. Want to see yourself on the list next time? Join the pack! You can even get your own dog blog from us.

Here's to all who make life better for dogs!
Sarah Whitman
Founder & Publisher
DogFriendlyCompanies.com
and other pro-dog sites

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DOG FRIENDLY COMPANIES

CONNECTICUT
A Spoiled Dog - homemade dog treats
Melinda Lord, author of Pet E.R. Guide, a directory of after hours and 24 hour vet clinics
Pawty Time Treats and Gifts - dog treats, birthday cakes, party platters and more
Valley Firearms - new and used guns and accessories, dogs allowed in store
 
MARYLAND
Gardner Hume Collection - handmade Italian ceramics, owner has donated to rescues two years in a row

ONLINE / BLOGS
Barkworthy Bargains (blog)


TEXAS
Bean Dogs Cafe - online dog boutique, owner works with rescues to raise funds
Dog Gone Detectives - search and rescue team specializing in finding lost pets
Suds n' Scissors - full service grooming salon

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RESCUES and OTHER NONPROFITS

CALIFORNIA
2nd Chance for Pets
Doxy Keeper
Rescue Me Incorporated

CONNECTICUT
Animals for Life
Meriden Humane Society
Cathy's Rottie Rescue
Ridgefield Operation Animal Rescue
Rose Hope Animal Refuge
The Queenie Foundation
The Simon Foundation
Stratford Animal Rescue Society (STARS)

INDIANA
Petite Paws Rescue Angels

KENTUCKY
Rescue our Shelter Animals and Strays (ROSAS)

MASSACHUSETTS
Norfolk County Humane Society

MISSOURI
Sirius Dog Adoptions

NEW YORK
Akita Rescue of Western New York
CockerPals

ONLINE and MULTIPLE STATES
New England Border Collie Rescue
Samson's Blog

TEXAS
American Boston Terrier Rescue
DFW Humane Society
Save the Animals Rescue Society (STARS)
Texas Tailwaggers Village Rescue

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Pawty Time Treats and Gifts Offers Homemade Dog Treats, Dog Birthday Cakes, Party Platters, More

We are pleased to welcome Pawty Time Treats and Gifts to our series of dog friendly websites. Based in Wallingford, Connecticut, Pawty Time offers over a dozen varieties of homemade treats, including flavors like peanut butter banana, cheesy chicken, and sweet potato. Their treats are preservative-free and made with human grade ingredients like fat free cheddar cheese, organic low sodium fat free chicken broth and oat bran.

In addition to their everyday treats, Pawty Time offers birthday cakes, dog treat 'pawty' platters, and goodie bags for birthday celebrations. They also have gifts for other holidays throughout the year, including non-edible presents like scarves, tote bags and spa items. Their goodies are available in Connecticut as well as online. Find out more about Pawty Time Treats and Gifts.

Valley Firearms in Shelton, CT Will Hold Next NRA Certification Class May 17, 2009

Valley Firearms will be holding its next NRA pistol permit class for Connecticut residents on Sunday, May 17, 2009. This course is required in Connecticut and many other states as a prerequisite to purchasing a handgun, or applying for a concealed carry permit. Topics covered include basic knowledge and nomenclature of handguns and ammunition including the safe handling procedures of both, proper shooting techniques and stances, handgun storage and childproofing, choosing the proper handgun and ammunition, and more. A live firing session with revolvers and semi-automatic handguns is included. This course starts at 9:00 AM and is one day long. The fee is $150.00, and includes all materials as well as lunch  Contact Valley Firearms for more information or to register.