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Keyshia Cole Shows Some Schnauzer Love!

PetSugar — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 13:00:36 -0700

When Keyshia Cole performed at the Essence Music Festival over the weekend, she brought along a furry friend to keep her company in New Orleans – I guess not all pets love giving kisses as this one looks shy about showing any affection! Not only was the miniature schnauzer hesitant to pucker up, it proved impossible for both Keyshia and her bashful pet to face the camera at the same time. Oh well, they're still super cute in the piccys below.

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Out and About: Louisiana's Cat Haven

PetSugar — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 16:30:11 -0800

Baton Rouge's Cat Haven has one of the largest feral programs in the area. Even though they were just established in 1999, they have already trapped, neutered, and adopted or released almost 3,000 kitties! This process not only helps limit the numbers of wild cats in the area but can also save hundreds of kittens each year from a future life outdoors by transferring them into the haven's adoption program at a young age. Cat Haven also offers a Fix-a-Feline program to aid area families that want to have their pet spayed or neutered, but cannot afford the procedure - through it, they have applications and certificates awarded each month to pet owners in need. This, along with their feral cat program, hopes to limit the number of cats that are in the wild, in shelters, or put to sleep each year.

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Out and About: Louisiana's Hotel Monteleone

PetSugar — Thu, 07 Feb 2008 16:30:04 -0800

No trip to Nola is complete without at least a brief stop in the French Quarter – just thinking about the beignets and café au lait makes me drool. I definitely want to check out the classic Hotel Monteleone next time I travel there – this historic (haunted!) hotel has been pet-friendly since March 2007. In addition to decades of history and tradition, they now offer special pet treats and tips for your four-legged friends.

My other area favorite is the Loft 523, everything I wish my apt was . . . but, sadly, is not. Frette linens, glass and limestone dual-showerhead showers with separate Agape "spoon" tubs, it's the perfect place for me to blog away on a Herman Miller desk while little North rests at my feet.

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Out and About: Louisiana's Catahoula Leopard Dog

PetSugar — Wed, 06 Feb 2008 15:45:01 -0800

Named the Louisiana state dog in 1979, the lovely, spotted Catahoula Leopard Dog originated in the north central part of this state. Their name comes from a Choctaw word translating to "sacred lake," and the breed was originally found in the Catahoula Lake region by early settlers. Known primarily as hunting and working dogs, their original use was to pen and catch wild hogs and cows using the "canine fence" method to hold – and direct – herds for their owners. Although not officially an AKC-recognized dog, Catahoulas were assigned Herding Group designation and have been recorded since 1996 in the Foundation Stock Service, an optional record-keeping service for all purebred breeds not currently registrable with the Kennel Club.

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Out and About: Louisiana's Krewe of Barkus

PetSugar — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 10:30:16 -0800

It's especially fitting that we're spending this week out and about in Louisiana, home to the biggest Mardi Gras celebration in the country! North wasn't lucky enough to make up some craw~~fish~~dog gumbo, but I'd still love to deck him out for Fat Tuesday.

My fave dog-friendly part of this holiday is the parade by the Krewe of Barkus - the theme of the sixteenth annual event was "Indiana Bones and the Raiders of the Lost Bark," and took place last weekend in New Orleans. The krewe member pooches are accompanied by a human escort around the French Quarter and to a follow-up "pawty" in Armstrong Park - it looked like so much fun, I couldn't resist sharing pictures of the festive pups when you read more.

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Out and About: Louisiana's Chi-wa-wa Ga-ga

PetSugar — Mon, 04 Feb 2008 14:30:52 -0800

Can you say that five times fast without giggling? If the name didn't clue you in, Chi-wa-wa Ga-ga specializes in gear for super teacup pooches like Chihuahuas but still stocks treats, toys, and more for pets of all sizes. This French Quarter pet shop also carries original clothing and accessories designed by shop owners Elayne Angel and Justine Roig. Would your teensy pup like a jester hat for Mardi Gras? Does your ferret need a bomber jacket? How about a ladybug backpack of her very own? Get all this and more to pamper a little one . . . and make him the envy of his whole krewe!

Click here to share your own tips with PetSugar's Out and About travel group – and stay tuned as our week of Louisiana continues!

That's a Croc o' Collar, Three Ways

PetSugar — Fri, 15 May 2009 14:30:59 -0700

Lovely and luxurious, all of these neck pieces look pretty stylish to me. Granted, we're not the ones wearing it (but we are the ones buying) so, if your pooch likes texture, check out three alligator-inspired collars. Whether they're mock croc or the real thing, I'm not telling . . . but can you tell just by looking? There's hundreds of dollars of difference between them, so find out the prices when you read more.

On the left is a Ralph Lauren Alligator Collar. It's made from glossy Louisiana Alligator, includes a brass lock and key, . . . and comes with a price tag of $495. However, lucky you, it's on sale for $289 if your fat wallet needs some emptying.
In the middle is a pretty CB Collection for Chrome Bones Collar - It's normally $60 (now $50) but mock croc only for this number with a Swarvorski-studded charm.
On the right, is a bargain basement number that looks far from shabby. It's patent alligator-inspired pattern comes with a crystal bone shape - this Faux Crocodile Collar has a very real price tag of $9. I don't know about your tastes, but there's nothing wrong with a simple find for my pampered pal.

What Happened On PetSugar This Week? (2/3-2/8)?

PetSugar — Sat, 09 Feb 2008 11:00:18 -0800

It has been a super week here on PetSugar! Between Super Bowl, Super Tuesday, and Mardi Gras, we've really packed in the info. We learned about the state of Louisiana, decoded doggie language, and a new winner was crowned as the AKC/Eukanuba National Champion. What else did we dig up? All the answers to the quiz can be found in this week's posts. I hope you've been paying attention!

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