Halloween with your pups!

 Getting your pup ready for Halloween can be just as fun as getting yourself into the spooky spirit!

Take it from Catherine, who loves dressing up her two little dogs, Denny and Dexter, every year. Denny's been rocking an adorable Ewok costume for a while now, and Dexter? He makes the sweetest little Devil Dog.

But while the costumes are cute, Catherine is always careful to make sure her dogs are comfortable too. After all, a happy pup makes for a much more enjoyable Halloween night!

DIY HALLOWEEN COSTUME IDEAS FOR YOUR DOGS

If you’re into getting crafty, creating your dog’s costume can be a fun, personalized project.

Here are a few easy ideas:

🦇 Bat Dog: Attach bat wings made from felt or cardboard to your dog’s harness.

🎃 Pup-kin: An orange dog shirt and some felt leaves can turn your dog into a little pumpkin.

👻 Ghost Dog: A simple white sheet with cut-outs for their eyes and nose makes for a classic ghost.

🕷️ Spider Pup: Use foam or pipe insulation for spider legs, attached to a vest or harness.

🦸 Superhero Cape: An old T-shirt can easily be transformed into a cape with a bit of creative cutting.

💮 Flower Dog: A colorful collar with petal-shaped fabric pieces makes for a cheery, blooming look.

Whether you buy or DIY, the most important thing is making sure your dog enjoys Halloween just as much as you do. After all, it’s all about having fun together!

#DogCostumeIdeas #HalloweenWithPets #SpookyPupFun

Jessica recently took her Golden Retriever, Max, to Pupvacay’s Sniffspot in Oshawa, and it was an absolute blast! Max had the entire park to himself—leash-free, running around without a care in the world.

And the best part? There was an adorable Halloween photo op (with some simple costumes) for him! Jessica had never seen him so happy (or photogenic in his little pumpkin bandana).

Whether you book for an hour or just 30 minutes, having a private space for your dog to explore and play freely is such a refreshing change from the usual dog park chaos. Plus, that photo op makes for some great memories.

If you're in the area, it’s definitely worth checking out—and there’s even a $5 coupon for your first visit!

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Every Dog has it's Day!

Have you ever been in the middle of singing “Happy Birthday,” and the birthday boy dog lifted his leg and peed on the table? If you haven't, you're lucky or have never attended a dog’s birthday party.

According to The Wall Street Journal, dog birthday parties and adoption anniversaries are the latest social event trends. According to a recent YouGov survey, many Canadian dog owners buy gifts and celebrate their pets' birthdays.

This trend is indicative of the growing affection people have for their pets. A majority of Canadians (62%) own pets, and 97% of those owners consider their pets to be a part of their family.

Pupvacay's Sniffspot is the perfect place to hold your dog party in a fully fenced, off-leash, dog-safe place to have fun!

For more info, or to book: Party at Sniffspot

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Our Sniffspot was on Youtube!

 Sniff Spot in Oshawa: Rent a Private and Safe Dog Park | COMMUNITY CLIPS

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46 Sniffspot News Articles

• What Is Sniffspot?

• An Airbnb for your four-legged friends? Sniffspot lets pet parents rent private play spaces

• Sundays are Made For SniffSpots!

• Private dog parks for rent in and around Asheville, NC

• Your Backyard Is Actually a Lucrative Private Dog Park — if You Say It Is

• Seattle man created Sniffspot, app to find 'Airbnb for dogs,' out of necessity

• Rent out your backyard to dogs and make easy cash

• Did you know you can rent these off leash dog parks in Lubbock?

• Making Money From Home: DIY Dog Parks

• Rent out your backyard to dogs and make easy cash

• Sniffspot App Offers Private Dog Parks For Rent

• Opinion: Can you believe it? Dogs can now rent backyards by the hour

• This App Lets You Rent a Backyard for Your Dog

• There's an app for that: South Shore residents rent yards by the hour to local dog owners

• Sniffspot providing part-time work opportunities

• ‘AirBnb for dog parks’: How to rent private yards for your dog

• Make extra cash renting out your backyard to dogs

• Las Vegas-area families renting out backyards to dog owners for extra income

• Got a Backyard? You Can Make Thousands a Month by Letting Dogs Come Play in It

• Sniffspot lets your dog play in a stranger's backyard. Here's what it's really like.

• 'Sniffspot' is an Airbnb for dogs, side hustle for homeowners

• Seattle man creates 'Sniffspot' app, an 'Airbnb for dogs'

• 421 – FIND A SPOT, MAKE A SPOT: SNIFFSPOT FOR DOGS AND THEIR PEOPLE

• Come Out and Play - Joplin couple opens a private park – just for dogs - page 46

• I've made over $25,000 renting out my yard as a dog park. There's almost no overhead and it only takes 3 hours of work a month

• Startup founder unleashes new venture: SniffSpot looks to connect dog owners with safe play spaces

• AirBnb for Dog Parks? SniffSpot lets you rent safe, private yards in your area

• Sniffspot gives dog lovers place for pooch to roam

• Off-Leash Safety with Sniffspot

• Become a Sniffspot Host and Earn Money in Your Backyard

• Beyond Airbnb: There are also services that let you rent out your pool—and your backyard

• Have a backyard? You can make $1,000+ per month by renting it out to dog owners

• Sniffspot Is the AirBnb of Dog Parks—and Better Than Them, Some Say

• Sniffspot Private Dog Parks: An Option For Traveling Dogs

• Your own private dog park - Wondering where to go with a reactive or shy dog? With Sniffspot, you can rent a safe, off-leash space for any pup

• Sniffspot rentals offer benefits for dogs

• Got grass? Like dogs? Want cash? “Sniffspot” may be for you

• Minnesotans are renting out their backyards to dogs

• ‘Sniffspot’ offers Arizona homeowners’ backyards to pet owners

• A new service lets homeowners rent out their backyards for dogs to play

• Sniffspot app lets Reno families turn their backyard into a dog park

• Rent your own private dog park by the hour with Sniffspot

• New age of dog parks: Rent a yard for private off-leash play!

• How does Sniffspot work? Exploring private options for your dog

• Rent-a-yard app lets indoor dogs run free

• What To Do With Your Reactive Dog

(more to come!)

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National Dog Day - Featuring 35+ Dog Freebies!

 

The Complete Dog Breed Book

August 26th is... National Dog Day

Check out - interesting books to read and free printables, papercrafts, kid crafts, activities, and coloring pages.

Social Media: #InternationalDogDay #NationalDogDay #DogDay #Dogs #onthisdate #Todayinhistory #specialdays #holidays

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Every Dog

National Dog Day
-- Celebrates all breeds, pure and mixed and serves to help galvanize the public to recognize the number of dogs who need to be rescued each year, either from public shelters, rescues and pure breed rescues. Honoring family dogs and dogs who work selflessly to save lives, keep us safe and bring comfort. Celebrating can be as easy as giving your four-legged friend a big hug and kiss (if they like that sort of affection)!

Read: Every Dog: A Book of Over 450 Breeds
-- The over 450 breeds are thoroughly researched and represent canines from around the world. They range from rare breeds for the dog lover who wants something different - to the favorite breeds that make for a reliable choice. There are ancient breeds and modern breeds, including the designer dogs so popular in recent years. Illustrations, text, charts, tables, and icons make it an ideal reference for all dog lovers, who will enjoy flipping through the pages.

Nightshirt: How to Sleep with a Dog

Nightshirt Says How to Sleep with a Dog
-- Slip into something more comfortable! Perfect for dog lovers. One size fits most - 36 inches long. 100% cotton and machine washable. Anyone who has ever had to share sleeping space with their dog will get a chuckle out of this whimsical nightshirt. Great for lounging, bedtime, and as a cover up

Dog Mom Paw Bracelet

Dog Mom Paw Bracelet
-- Combined Multi-layer Bracelet, with Paw charm. Packed in an individual bag, then gift box wrapped. Synthetic leather with velvet wrapped together. Completely handmade.

Cartoon Cotton Dog Crew Socks

Cartoon Cotton Dog Crew Socks
-- Odor and moisture resistant fabric helps feet stay dry and fresh. They are soft and elastic. They are knitted with color-block patterns. 73% cotton, 25% nylon, 2% spandex.

🐶 Dog Coloring and Activity Books

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Decoding Your Dog

Amazon Freebies:

🐶 Free Dog ebooks. No Kindle? Download a FREE Kindle Reading App

🐶 Read Dog ebooks for free with a Free Trial of Kindle Unlimited

🐶 Free Dog apps

🐶 Free Dog games

🐶 Free Dog magazines

🐶 Listen to Dog Soundtracks Digital Music with a Free Trial of Amazon Music Unlimited

🐶 Listen to Kids Dog Digital Music with a Free Trial of Amazon Music Unlimited

🐶 Watch Dog Videos for Free with a Free Trial of Amazon Prime

🐶 Listen to Dog Audible books with Amazon Audible, and Get Two Free Audiobooks

🐶 Free Alexa Skills | Dog

🐶 Listen to Free Dog Podcasts - No membership required.

🐶 Amazon Kids+ Free Trial - Unlimited access to more than 16,000 kid-friendly books, videos and apps, as well as parental controls to help create a unique experience for each child. (US, Germany, UK)

🐶 Prime Gaming Free Trial - Unlock instant access to tons of exclusive content for your favorite games, and a collection of PC games for free... each and every month.

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Dog Nutrition and Cookbook

Dog Food Recipes:

🐶 DIY Homemade Dog Food Recipes | The Farmer's Dog

🐶 10 Best Gourmet Dog Food Recipes for a Healthy Dog

🐶 12 Recipes for Homemade Dog Treats

🐶 20 Most Healthy Homemade Dog Food Recipes

🐶 56 Amazing Dog Food Recipes You Can Make at Home

🐶 Homemade Dog Food Recipes for Dieting Dogs

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101 Dog Tricks

Free Printables, Coloring Pages, Activities, and Crafts:

🐶 20 Ways To Celebrate National Dog Day

🐶 Free Music Videos to Relax Your Dog

🐶 Realistic Puppy Coloring Pages

🐶 Free Printables - DOG ON A LOG Books

🐶 DIY Pet Feeding Schedule Printable

🐶 Cootie catcher: Dog (free printable) - Printables.se

🐶 Make Their Treats Unique With Festive Printables

🐶 Free Secret Life of Pets Printables

🐶 Printables - Dog Walking Schedule - Fellowes®

🐶 Feed the Dog Counting Activity - Pre-K Pages

🐶 Free Printable Dog Treat Tags

🐶 Free Printable Pet Care Charts

🐶 Good (and Bad) Reason to Get a Dog

🐶 Printable Beware of Dog Signs

🐶 Beware of dog – download free printable signs

🐶 Free Dog Printables and Worksheets | TPT

🐶 Dog Printable Coloring Pages

🐶 Clifford, the Big Red Dog Printables | PBS Kids

🐶 Dogs Theme Activities for Preschool

🐶 HOTEL for DOGS coloring pages

🐶 Dogs: Coloring pages, Drawing for Kids, Crafts and Activities, Free Online Games, Reading and Learning

🐶 Dog and Puppy Papercraft

🐶 Free Printables for Kids: Dog Coloring Pages, Puzzles and More

🐶 Easy Dog DIY Ideas

🐶 101 Dog Dot to Dot printable worksheets

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A Dog's Purpose

More Free Printables, Coloring Pages, Activities and Crafts:

🐶 February 15th Special Days - Featuring 23+ Clifford The Big Red Dog Freebies!

🐶 March 23rd Special Days - Featuring 35+ Puppy Freebies!

🐶 May 20th Special Days - Featuring 28+ Rescue Dog Freebies!

🐶 July 31st Special Days - Featuring 21+ Mutt Freebies!

🐶 August 5th Special Days - Featuring 18+ Working Dog Freebies!

🐶 August 26th Special Days - Featuring 20+ Dog Freebies!

🐶 December 2nd Special Days - Featuring 30+ Mutt Freebies!

🐶 FREEBIE: 101+ Frugal Dog Toys You Can Make!

🐶 Adopting a Pet for Christmas?

🐶 Frugal Pet Tip: Make-Your-Own Dog Toys

🐶 FREEBIE: Puppy Adventure Box

🐶 Make Your Own Doggie Belly Bands in 4 Steps!

🐶 FREEBIE: Dog Bite Prevention Resources

🐶 FREEBIE: Don't Leave Me in Here — It's Hot! fliers

🐶 FREEBIE: Healthy Homemade Treats for Your Cats and Dogs

🐶 Frugal Pet Tip: No Sew Pet Bed

🐶 FREEBIE: Dog Breed Coloring Pages

🐶 FREEBIES: New Puppy/Kitten

🐶 Frugal Tip: Homemade Carpet Powder

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Create a Dream Yard for Your Dog This Summer

Alexandria, Va. - According to the ASPCA, 23 million households in America – and 3.7 million in Canada – welcomed a new pet into their pack during the pandemic. People have been using their backyards more in recent years for everything from working and entertaining to vacationing and working out. But for dogs, this backyard business is old hat. 

 “No one loves the family yard as much as the family dog,” notes Kris Kiser, President of the TurfMutt Foundation, an organization that advocates for the care for and use of green spaces, as well as pet rescue. “It’s my rescue dog, Mulligan’s, favorite place to be, so I do everything I can to make it safe and enjoyable for her, which ultimately makes it better for me, too.” 

 Kiser and Mulligan have advice for creating a dream yard for your pets and the whole family this summer: 

 Plant Real Grass 

 Plastic grass is uncomfortable on paws (and bare feet), gets very hot during the summer, is difficult to clean, and is worse for the environment since it requires water for cleaning and usually can’t be recycled. The bottom line: real grass is the best option for pets, people and the environment. 

Select the Right Plants and Grasses 

 Choose a type of turf grass that will withstand the “ruff” housing of your pet. Buffalo and Bermuda grasses can be a good choice, depending on your climate zone. For other plants and shrubs, check the ASPCA’s list of toxic and non-toxic garden plants for advice before planting. You’ll want soft, sturdy foliage near walkways. Save delicate, decorative flowers for elevated flowerbeds and patio pots. Pro tip: place plants close together in areas you want to designate as off-limits to your dog to create boundaries. 

 

Consider Pollinators and Other Wildlife 

 Nature starts in your backyard, which provides habitat and food for birds, butterflies, bees and more. Each of these species help pollinate food crops and flowering plants, so take them into consideration, too, when you’re selecting plants for your backyard. 

Plan for Fun 

 Add a splash pool, build a sandbox for digging or even create a canine obstacle course to provide hours of fun. After a day of play, your dog will need a place to relax so think of where you can plant trees or bushes that provide shade for snoozing. 

Sign up for Mutt Mail, a monthly e-newsletter with backyarding tips and all the news from the TurfMutt Foundation. To learn more about creating the yard of your dreams, visit TurfMutt.com. 

About TurfMutt 

 TurfMutt was created by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute’s (OPEI) TurfMutt Foundation and has reached more than 70 million children, educators and families since 2009. Through classroom materials developed with Scholastic, TurfMutt teaches students and teachers how to “save the planet, one yard at a time.” TurfMutt is an official USGBC Education Partner and part of their global LEARNING LAB. TurfMutt is an education resource at the U.S. Department of Education’s Green Ribbon Schools, the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Green Apple, the Center for Green Schools, the Outdoors Alliance for Kids, the National Energy Education Development (NEED) project, Climate Change Live, Petfinder and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In 2017, the TurfMutt animated video series won the coveted Cynopsis Kids Imagination Award for Best Interstitial Series. TurfMutt’s personal, home habitat is featured in the 2017-2020 Wildlife Habitat Council calendars. More information at www.TurfMutt.com.

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Denny Blitzing

Denny was just a 6 month old puppy (bichon/poodle) when we rescued him in March 2010 thru the Bichon Rescue group.

Denny loved blitzing around in his new backyard!

Denny walked into our house, threw himself down on his back and demanded a belly rub! What a sweetheart!

Bichon Blitz

When your dog, specifically the Bichon Frise breed, runs crazily around the house. It usually occurs after a new person comes into the house or the dog is excited by something. The dog will usually run in a pattern, consisting of jumping on furniture and running around, under, or through furniture.

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