I want to thank Sara for this next article. She’s a writer for the website Glitter Secrets and has been in the jewelry business for 20+ years.
Below she shares how you can customize any dog collar to make it special, give it some BLING! Her dog Ghost is the model for the blinged out collar, she’s stylin’, that’s for sure. Sara and her family reside in Croswell, Michigan.
Are you a dog lover? Are you in love with your dog? If so, there is probably nothing you wouldn’t do for your furry friend, right?
Anyone that has ever had a dog and loved him (her) so much you’d do anything for her knows that not only do you love your dog, but you love to show her off. Right?
As a dog lover, myself, I totally relate to the love, showing off aspect, of being a dog owner and a dog lover. Recently, I watched a dog show on television. I watched as the handlers, not the owners, caressed and flat out showed their love for their amazing animals. I couldn’t believe how much love was expressed between each and every handler and the amazing canine. The handler would command; the dog would obey. And yet, something seemed to be missing. After awhile of complete thought and pondering, I think I figured it out.
Every champion dog in that ring, although totally more than an ordinary species, lacked something in appeal. Sure, to know the dog was a champion in its own right because it stood at perfect attention in the center ring really was not enough. Something was missing. Bling!! That’s what was missing. Dog Bling!!
Every dog is a champion in its own right whether standing center stage or standing in your own backyard.
Think about it. Here you are in your own backyard with your champion pooch. You decide to take her for a walk through town. What do you need? You need her collar/license and leash. Hmmm!! Yes, of course. But she is also a champion in your heart and you want to show her off. So what do you do? You put on her Dog Bling hand made by YOU!
9/05UPDATE: Rather than end the contest at the start of a long holiday weekend I’ve decided to extend the contest through Monday. So ignore the date below, you have until September 7th to enter. Happy Labor Day!
You only have until midnight (PST) to enter our toy giveaway. We are giving away 10 Dogtronics toys, which bring the magic of battery-operated light, sound and motion features to your dog’s toy box.
Go to the ORIGINAL POST to get all the details and enter. The contest ends tonight, so don’t miss out. I will randomly choose the 10 lucky winners tomorrow.
I just want to remind everypup about the fun contest taking place. We are giving away 10 Dogtronics toys, which bring the magic of battery-operated light, sound and motion features to your dog’s toy box.
Your dog’s favorite types of toys – plush, rubber, nylon, rope and balls – come alive with a symphony of sights and sounds that dogs just can’t resist and you’ll love too. Whether it’s an unexpected flash of light, a curious jittery motion or a realistic animal call, Dogtronics toys are naturally exciting to dogs, giving them an instinctual incentive to play longer – and more often.
Go to the ORIGINAL POST to get all the details and enter. The contest ends on Friday, September 4th when I will randomly choose the lucky winners.
To help Dogsters celebrate National Dog Day we’re giving away toys, toys, and more toys. Thanks to the generosity of Dogtronics , the makers of interactive dog toys which bring the magic of battery-operated light, sound and motion features to your dog’s toy box.
Our dogs have a few Dogtronics toys and they do enjoy them. We sent Rowdy Raccoon to our doggie nephew A.J. and he carries it everywhere, even to bed. The light toys twinkle, flash, and blink. The sound toys hoot, howl, and quack. And, the motion toys bumble, tumble, and wiggle.
Your dog’s favorite types of toys – plush, rubber, nylon, rope and balls – come alive with a symphony of sights and sounds that dogs just can’t resist and you’ll love too. Whether it’s an unexpected flash of light, a curious jittery motion or a realistic animal call, Dogtronics toys are naturally exciting to dogs, giving them an instinctual incentive to play longer – and more often.
There is an amazing device that helps guide dogs guide the blind. You’ve got to check out the Peepo GPS Device, technology at its best.
Guide Dogs for the blind folks generally come trained for taking them around the neighborhood and maybe an extra distance. This surely curtails mobility and independence in case they want to explore more than their usual territory. The Peepo GPS Device gives these people a certain degree of freedom to travel beyond the normal route. The GPS system charts the course and guides the dog to the desired destination using a series of vibrations to steer him.
The two-part device comprises of a handheld GPS unit, which uses vocal commands to register the destination and map it. The second attaches to the guide dog’s handle and gives subtle directions via vibration zones; L= Left, R= Right, F= Forward and up on arriving the destination, the zones simultaneously vibrate.
The biggest USP of this device is that it has a touch “return home same way function”, which is quite reassuring.
Dean Koontz who is a well-known bestselling author isn’t the only writer in the family, meet Trixie, his beloved golden retriever.
The great thing about Trixie’s books are all the proceeds go to Canine Companions for Independence, they provide highly-trained assistance dogs for children and adults with disabilities, free of charge.
Trixie and Dean Koontz are proud to announce a special line of products based on “Bliss to You, Trixie’s Guide to a Happy Life.” The items are going to be available at PetSmart now through August and all the proceeds will once again go to Canine Companions for Independence.
NEWPORT BEACH, CA–(Marketwire – June 30, 2009) – Trixie, bestselling author Dean Koontz’s beloved golden retriever, was more than a dog — she was an inspiration. And like all good inspirations, they are best when shared. To celebrate Trixie’s life, legacy and magic, a new line of pet products has been created to inspire all that is loved by pets and their owners while doing good for service dogs. The line Good Dog: Trixie KoontzTM will launch July 1, 2009 in PetSmart stores.
Dean commented, “Trixie was not only a wonderful dog and an endlessly amusing companion. She was also an inspiration who changed my life. I delight in watching her little empire grow, knowing that every dime she earns is going to pay the catastrophic veterinary bills of the canine companions of people with severe disabilities and to provide assistance dogs for those who need them. My little dog is throwing a long shadow.”
Available items celebrate Trixie’s wit and wisdom and include:
* Butterfly toys, plush bones, disks and rope tugs to play with dogs.
* “Bliss You” and “Laugh ’til Your Face Hurts” tanks for a carefree style.
* Stationery and specialty gifts such as coffee mugs, photo frames, key chains, journals and pens.
A big kudos to Dean and Trixie Koontz for their generosity, thanks to them CCI will be able to provide even more service dogs to help those with disabilities.
If you haven’t entered don’t despair you still have time to get in your entry for a chance to win one of two petLINENS super soft and comfy beds.
Contest ends tonight so no time to waste, get those paws typing.
petLINENS are like no other pet bed. Made of rich, yet durable fabrics, these are pet beds you don’t have to hide. They’re beautiful accessories that add a decorative accent to any home. Available in a wide selection of chic fabrics and patterns, you’ll find a pet bed that will complete your look, no matter what your d’cor.
To win a bed you need to enter our Pillow Talk contest. While sleeping on a luxurious petLINENS bed, who would your fuzzy friend’s first choice be to share his pillow talk time with, and why?
The contest is fun and easy, there is no wrong answer. Go to the ORIGINAL POST for all the details and to enter.
Plus, don’t forget, if you order a bed petLINENS is offering Dogsters a 10% discount up until July 12th.
* If you win the small bed there is a choice of four pre-selected covers: tan jacquard, zebra, brown quilted, and green quilted.
Since many Dogsters will be away over the holiday weekend I decided to extend the petLINENS dog bed giveaway to make sure everypup has a chance to enter. The contest will now end on Tuesday, July 7th.
If you haven’t entered don’t despair you still have time to get in your entry for a chance to win one of two super soft and comfy beds.
petLINENS are like no other pet bed. Made of rich, yet durable fabrics, these are pet beds you don’t have to hide. They’re beautiful accessories that add a decorative accent to any home. Available in a wide selection of chic fabrics and patterns, you’ll find a pet bed that will complete your look, no matter what your d’cor.
To win a bed you need to enter our Pillow Talk contest. While sleeping on a luxurious petLINENS bed, who would your fuzzy friend’s first choice be to share his pillow talk time with, and why?
The contest is fun and easy, there is no wrong answer. Go to the ORIGINAL POST for all the details and to enter.
I just want to remind Dogsters about our great dog bed giveaway. We have two super soft and comfy beds from petLINENS up for grabs.
petLINENS are like no other pet bed. Made of rich, yet durable fabrics, these are pet beds you don’t have to hide. They’re beautiful accessories that add a decorative accent to any home. Available in a wide selection of chic fabrics and patterns, you’ll find a pet bed that will complete your look, no matter what your d’cor.
To win a bed you need to enter our Pillow Talk contest. While sleeping on a luxurious petLINENS bed, who would your fuzzy friend’s first choice be to share his pillow talk time with, and why?
The contest is fun and easy, there is no wrong answer. Go to the ORIGINAL POST for all the details and to enter.
I want to congratulate Emma CSD, she was the winner of the Fetch A Bed contest. If anyone deserves a new bed it’s that hard working gal.
Now it’s time for the third and final ‘Mattress Madness’ giveaway. We are going to be giving away TWO luxury beds from petLINENS.
You’ve created a beautiful home. It’s filled with things you truly love. You also love your pets, and want them to have their own comfortable place with the rest of the family. So, right in the middle of your well-decorated home is – a big, ugly, pet bed.
petLINENS are like no other pet bed. Made of rich, yet durable fabrics, these are pet beds you don’t have to hide. They’re beautiful accessories that add a decorative accent to any home. Available in a wide selection of chic fabrics and patterns, you’ll find a pet bed that will complete your look, no matter what your d’cor.
I also love my dogs, Maddie and Sam, so I made sure that my petLINENS cushions are super-cozy. Made of high-grade, extra-soft poly-fill, they’ll give your pet a soft place to rest for a long, long time.
We have one of petLINENS beds and I can vouch for how nice they are. The bed I ordered is so soft and comfy that I wouldn’t mind sleeping on it. Or better yet, maybe the dogs will get off our bed and onto their own. The slipcovers for the bed are top of the line quality. You get two slipcovers with your order so you always have a clean one available, or you can just change it if you want a different look. You can see from the picture above that petLINENS has a range of choices, something for everyone’s, or everypup’s, liking.
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Are you a dog lover? Are you in love with your dog? If so, there is probably nothing you wouldn’t do for your furry friend, right?
9/05 UPDATE: Rather than end the contest at the start of a long holiday weekend I’ve decided to extend the contest through Monday. So ignore the date below, you have until September 7th to enter. Happy Labor Day!
Your dog’s favorite types of toys – plush, rubber, nylon, rope and balls – come alive with a symphony of sights and sounds that dogs just can’t resist and you’ll love too. Whether it’s an unexpected flash of light, a curious jittery motion or a realistic animal call, Dogtronics toys are naturally exciting to dogs, giving them an instinctual incentive to play longer – and more often.
* Butterfly toys, plush bones, disks and rope tugs to play with dogs.
You’ve created a beautiful home. It’s filled with things you truly love. You also love your pets, and want them to have their own comfortable place with the rest of the family. So, right in the middle of your well-decorated home is – a big, ugly, pet bed.