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Dogs of New York – Adoptable Dogs | thepupdiary.com

16 Apr

We would love to feature some Dogs of New York on our Pup Diary blog – our friends, dogs we meet, celebrity dogs, and of course, Adoptable Dogs!  We were both adopted from shelters, so it is only fitting that we start with doggies looking for homes!

Best Friends Animal Society Event

Best Friends Animal Society Event

Where to find Adoptable Dogs in New York

The Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals is a great resource!  They list contact information for rescue groups and shelters.  We luv Animal Haven Shelter – Cubby’s first home before she was adopted. 

The City shelter – Animal Care & Control – can’t turn away any animals, so they always have more dogs than they can care for.  Visit their Care Centers to adopt a pup!

Petfinder.com is a great source to search for a particular size or breed of dog.  Over 13,000 rescue groups have animals listed with Petfinder!

Breed-specific rescue groups are often run by volunteers who love the breed!  We work for Yorkie 911 Rescue doing home visits and occasionally fostering.  If you are looking for a specific breed, check to see if they have a rescue group.  In NY, we know there are groups for Pugs, Westies, Shibas . . . The Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals has a network of breed rescue groups. 

Head to adoption events!  We love the Best Friends Animal Society Pet Super Adoption event — this year on April 26-28 at Westchester County Center.  We have volunteered at this event the past two years and we have seen just about every breed of dog for adoption!  Maddie’s Pet Adoption Days will be held in NYC on June 1 and 2. 

We know folks who have found adoptable pups on Craigslist, too.

Follow blogs like That Touch of Pit where adoptable dogs are often listed.

And remember, you can always become a foster parent before you adopt.  We luv Foster Dogs NYC. 

And finally – get active!  Many events showcase pups or are great places to network to learn about pups!

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The Sato Project brunch | thepupdiary.com

15 Apr

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. 

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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

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! 

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8 spring activities for New York dogs | thepupdiary.com

21 Mar

Woof Woof! Wagging our tails to welcome spring! And hoping Mother Nature cooperates with some nice weather. We love this time of year! Check out spring activities for New York dogs and the people who love them.  (Check out additional ideas in Dog Events.)

 

New York City Easter Parade

New York City Easter Parade

Dog Beach and Vine
Join Discover Outdoors and other doggy lovers for a day trip to the North Fork Long Island wine region and off-leash dog play at the beach! These trips sell out each year and they have many repeat doggy costumers. The beach and vine trips are offered in the off season when doggies are allowed on the beaches.  Round-trip bus service leaves from Manhattan for the day-long doggy adventure. 

Night on the Town
Spring is a very active time on the doggy social scene! Many organizations hold their big dog-friendly black-tie events when the weather is great and before pups and families head off to the Hamptons for the summer. Check out Black Tie for Paws on March 23, St Hubert’s Canine Cotillion on April 12, The Good Dog Foundation’s A Fetching Affair on May 30, and the Bideawee Ball on June 17. 

FIT Classes
Spring is the perfect time to try something new. The Fashion Institute of Technology offers courses and a certificate in pet product design and marketing. Check out pattern making, learn about pet product branding, design, and creation and even gain information on the who’s who in the pet world. 

Pet Super Adoptions
If you are looking to add to your furry family, this is the place to come! Best Friends Animal Society will host their New York Pet Super Adoption event on April 26 to 28 at the Westchester County Center.  Hundreds of dogs and cats from dozens of rescue groups and shelters come to this event to try to find their forever homes.  Volunteer opportunities are available, too.

Parades
Westies and Scotties parade down Sixth Avenue each year with the Tartan Day Parade – on Saturday, April 6 this year. Well-dressed pups head to the Easter Parade on Fifth Avenue.  Easter Sunday from 10 am to 4 pm. 

Old Westbury Gardens
Old Westbury Gardens host dog days twice a year – in the spring and fall – when leashed dogs are invited to tour the beautiful grounds of this 200-acre estate.  Spring dates are set for April 13-14 from 10 am to 5 pm.  Leashed doggies are free.  Humans pay $8.

Walkathons and Fairs
In addition to the many human walks where doggies are allowed to attend, there are also many dog walks and festivals in the spring. Check out the American Cancer Society’s annual Bark for Life on May 5 in Riverside Park.  The SPCA of Westchester’s Walkathon and Pet Fair in Yorktown Heights is always fun and will be held on May 4 this year.

Pet First Aid
The Red Cross offers cat and dog first aid classes several times a year.  Learn life-saving tips that could help you save your pet or another animal in need. 

Westies ready to march in the Tartan Day Parade

Westies ready to march in the Tartan Day Parade

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Bark Baby Bark for NYC’s Animals | thepupdiary.com

18 Mar

We found the perfect doggy sweater at Bark Baby Bark’s fall fashion show, so we knew we didn’t want to miss their trunk show at D Pet Hotels in Chelsea this past weekend. What is the perfect doggy sweater? It’s machine washable, not too heavy, a cute pattern, full coverage, and a great price. Their designer definitely knows what she is doing!

Furry fashionistas gathered at D Pet Hotels for food, fashion, raffle prizes, and adoptable pups from the Mayor’s Alliance for NYC’s Animals.  We loved the Yappy Treats Cart doggy frozen yogurt!  We posed with pet expert, Ali McLennan and mom asked her about future grooming.  D Pet Hotel has a great spa menu including a “pop of color” for an additional $15.  That would have been pawfect for St. Patrick’s day!

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