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The Sato Project brunch | thepupdiary.com

Mom took the LIRR out to Douglaston Manor this morning to support The Sato Project and their annual brunch fundraising event. The Sato Project helps rescue abandoned and abused dogs from Puerto Rico. They mainly work at Dead Dog Beach where they rescue the dogs, fully vet them including spay and neuter, and then fly the pups off the island into forever homes. Since The Sato Project’s inception in November 2011, they have rehabilitated and adopted an average of 26 dogs per month in the U.S. One of their little doggies was a special brunch guest.

We love this video that their photographic volunteer, Sophie Gamand, made to show some of the behind the scenes work they do:

The sold-out brunch had flowing mimosas and bellinis, over 75 raffle prizes, New York City skyline views, and lots of dedicated volunteers and supporters. Our friends from Yorkie 911 Rescue, Celebrity Catwalk, and other groups came out to support. Designer Anthony Bandit Rubio was there and is working on a special project, Dog Vogue, with Sophie Gamand.

: The Sato Project Brunch

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New York dogs – your perfect weekend | thepupdiary.com

12 Apr

What makes a perfect doggy weekend in New York City? We think it includes fun, philanthropy, food, and frolicking! Our Pup Diary of events includes many doggy (and sometimes human only) events and activities. Here is how we like to cover our bases!

Brooklyn Bridge Park

FUN: Art galleries, playgroups, doggy spas, shopping, parks, dog runs, parties . . . and sometimes just snuggling on the couch! Check the calendar to see many “fun” events you may want to check out!

PHILANTHROPY: We conduct home visits for Yorkie 911 Rescue. What does this mean? We visit potential doggy adopters in their homes to see if they are fit doggy parents. We meet their current pets and other family members. (We also get to see lots of cool real estate!) We make several visits a month, but each visit is less than 30 minutes. This is a very easy way to give back to the doggy community! Contact your favorite rescue group or shelter and ask how you can sign up.

FOOD: Smorgasburg opened last weekend and we were there! The Saturday location is not dog friendly . . . but Sunday’s beautiful river setting in the Tobacco Warehouse in DUMBO does allow pups. Arrive early because it gets extremely crowded. Small pups in bags are welcome on the East River Ferry and the Brooklyn Bridge stop is easy walking distance to Smorgasburg.

FROLICKING: We love to frolic along the Hudson River walking paths. The river cafe’s are beginning to open their doors now that Spring has sprung! We love to walk from Chelsea up to The Boat Basin Cafe. There are several dog-friendly cafe stops along the way!

: Trip to Smogasburg

: Tobacco Warehouse

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Categories Dog Events, New York City

NYC Tartan Day Parade | thepupdiary.com

8 Apr

Westies, Scotties, and ponies — oh my!! Just under 100 cute terriers marched in NYC’s annual Tartan Day Parade this year on Saturday afternoon. We met along West 44th Street to greet the other doggies, listen to the bands practice, and ooh and aah over cute pups dressed in Highland kilts. We even met the famous “sweater” ponies who are promoting Scottish tourism. The Shetland ponies were so cute and so calm. Especially with dozens of yapping terriers all around them! The marching kicked off around 2 pm. We headed north on Sixth Avenue up to Central Park. Most of our friends had a doggy lunch date in the park. Mom had to get us home early for another event . . . Our pup diary is always full!

New York Tartan Day Parade

Shetland Ponies “Sweater” Ponies

: Tartan Day Parade – New York

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Pups pose at the New York Easter parade | thepupdiary.com

31 Mar

What fun it is to stroll along Fifth Avenue in Easter bonnets and fancy dresses with doggy friends! The annual New York City Easter parade brings out thousands of people for an afternoon stroll where the streets are closed to traffic between 49th and 57th Streets. Cameras flashed all around us. We have never seen so much puparazzi! We were lucky to have our stroller so we could weave through the crowds without getting stepped on. We had a doggy lunch in Central Park and then dessert at the Tribeca Grand Hotel. A pawfect ending to a pawfect day! Check out some of our Easter parade photos!

New York Easter Parade

: New York Easter Parade photos

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Easter weekend and the New York dog | thepupdiary.com

29 Mar

Doggies will dust off their bonnets and gowns and head to the New York City Easter parade Sunday morning, March 31 from 10 am to 4 pm. People and pups gather on Fifth Avenue between 49th and 57th Streets to get a look at the beautiful and outrageous hats and costumes. A real feast for the eyes! The “parade” is more of a gathering than a marching procession.

Cubby gets ready for Easter

We make a brief stop at the parade. It tends to get a bit too crowded for us! We’ll check out some other options around town to celebrate the spring season.

-The Boat Basin cafe at West 79th Street will open beginning Saturday, March 30 at noon

-Nick Cave’s “Heard NY” brings 30 dancing horses to Grand Central Terminal

-Inwood Library is hosting a free dog talk on Saturday – humans only

–Almost Home Animal Rescue holds their huge Chinese Auction on Saturday – humans only