Orvis Pet Event Charlotte NC
Did you know that the Orvis store in Phillips Place in the Southpark area is pet friendly? It is! On August 17th and 18th, they’re hosting an event called We Love Dogs. I’ll be there with my camera taking photos.
Did you know that the Orvis store in Phillips Place in the Southpark area is pet friendly? It is!
On August 17th and 18th, they’re hosting an event called We Love Dogs. I’ll be there with my camera taking photos.
Go to my photography website, BARKography.com to sign up.
I’ll be there on Saturday and Sunday from 12-3pm. All the details are on the BARKography page.
Your dog will receive complimentary treats and a bandana provided by Orvis while supplies last. Photos are $45 each.
They’ll have a local rescue group on hand for in store pet adoptions and they’ll have a local trainer too.
Would you like to have professional photos taken of your dog? Sign up and you can! Don’t miss out on the fun!
Who Let the Dogs Out... or In Actually
A new law will go in effect on September 1st allowing dogs into breweries.
A new law will go in effect on September 1st allowing dogs into breweries.
When I first started going to breweries, dogs were allowed inside. However in 2017, Mecklenburg County health inspectors started enforcing a law that prohibited pets inside establishments that used glassware so dogs were no longer allowed inside.
Governor Roy Cooper recently signed a law that will allow dogs into breweries and distilleries that don’t prepare food on premises.
Keep in mind, you should only take your dog out with you if he enjoys it. He should be fully vaccinated and he should also be comfortable around people and other dogs.
I’m excited for this next legislation to take effect. I think it’ll help support more local small businesses.
I know that Gus pictured here will be happy that he can tag along with his dad to more local establishments.
This Dog Walker's Dog Bed Recommendation
Many of you know that I have labs. Labs are prone to hip problems and arthritis as they age. As a dog walker and pet sitter, I am in a lot of people’s homes and I see a lot of different types of dog beds.
I’d been looking for a dog bed that would help support my dogs when they sleep and I found one!
Many of you know that I have labs. Labs are prone to hip problems and arthritis as they age. As a dog walker and pet sitter, I am in a lot of people’s homes and I see a lot of different types of dog beds.
I’d been looking for a dog bed that would help support my dogs when they sleep and I found one!
Have you heard of Big Barker? They make an amazing dog bed. I highly recommend them.
They are pricey but they offer a year long money back guarantee. There is absolutely no risk. Try it and return it if your dog doesn’t like it.
That’s not the case in my house. Both my dogs love their Big Barker.
They have a Barker Junior too for smaller dogs and their giant sized bed will easily fit a great dane.. or two! They come in 4 color options too and a protective liner you can purchase to help protect the bed.
At my house, we cover our bed in a twin fitted sheet. Every week we wash the sheet and that really helps to protect the bed and it’s super easy to take off and on. I’m all about keeping things simple!
Check them out. I think you and your dog will love them!
Monthly Dog Box Subscription
Here’s a new-ish monthly dog box subscription called BoxDog. It’s a quarterly subscription and the box is full of fun items your dog will love.
Here’s a new-ish monthly dog box subscription called BoxDog. It’s a quarterly subscription and the box is full of fun items your dog will love.
All of the treats in the box are hand made by BoxDog chefs.
And the box itself is super cute! You may recognize the big brown dog on the box. It’s my Moose! He’s famous.
I did some photography work for them before the first box was launched. Check out their website and you’ll see a few more photos I’ve taken.
I did a model call on my photography Instagram page to find models. Be sure to follow me there if you’d like to hear about future modeling calls.
Here’s what you can expect in the first box, themed Miami.
Dog Water Bottle Recommendation
Since it’s summer, it’s extra important that you keep your dog hydrated. Many of us like to take our pets with us hiking or out to restaurants or breweries and here’s a great water bottle you can take along with you.
Since it’s summer, it’s extra important that you keep your dog hydrated. Many of us like to take our pets with us hiking or out to restaurants or breweries and here’s a great water bottle you can take along with you.
I carry this one in my bag when I’m photographing dogs. I have a bit of camera gear with me and it’s never leaked which is super important.
It’s got a handy wrist strap too that you can use if you’re walking around or on a hike.
Hiring a Dog Walker
So you need to hire a dog walker? Here are a few things I’d do if I were you:
So you need to hire a dog walker? Here are a few things I’d do if I were you:
Find someone who lives near you
Meet with them and have a list of questions to ask them like: what’s your backup plan if for some reason you can’t make it to my house when you’re supposed to be there? (This is part of the reason why #1 exists!) How long have you been doing this? Will you be the only dog walker or will someone else periodically do it? What happens when you go on vacation?
Ask for references. Actually call or email them and check the person out. Ask questions like: how long has she been your walker? Are you happy with her? What are her best qualities? Is there anything she doesn’t do that you wished she did?
Make certain your pet likes the person.
If you have a pet that has some quirks, be honest with the dog walker about them.
Let the walker know what you expect: a 30 minute power walk or a 20 minute visit just hanging out and doing whatever the dog wants: walk, play, explore the yard, etc.
Get to know your walker. We will appreciate it. Give them feedback - we love that too. :)