Dogs make music videos too

Johnny Neon 'Hearts' from Dave Meinert on Vimeo.

I'm  really impressed with this dogs music video, and how much love he gets on the beach :) ENJOY!

Singing Dogs Rock

In case you didn't know, I love commercials that have dogs in them.  I like to sit at home and watch dog commercial videos.  So I was checking out the new Volkswagen dog commercials today and saw this one of a singing dog they have!

 

How Cool!  A singing Dog! Have we ever seen something like that before?

 

I would say YES.  Here is a video from 2006, when Cole first started using her pipes regularly.

 

And why would she stop there?  Here is a video of Cole and her friend Eddie singing a few tunes together.  This took place a few weeks ago :)

We love singing dogs.  Do you know any that can sing?

How to teach your dog to play hockey!

 

Please excuse the annoying narration of this movie.  But this is an instructional video on how to teach your dog to play hockey.  Cole learned a last weekend while we took a visit to our friend's ice ring in Ann Arbor.  Also while in Ann Arbor, she met a new boyfriend named Eddie.  Eddie was so sad to see Cole leave!!!

 

UNDERWATER DOGS!

*Photo taken from  complex dot com
where you can find these awesome photots that Seth Casteel took of underwater dogs!

I've seen this shared on multiple websites and blogs throughout the week, and its pretty much a facebook phenomenon at this point, but I have to share in case you didn't see it.  Seth Casteel shared a collection of photos of dogs swimming underwater this week, and they are INCREDIBLE!!!

These pictures are hilarious, and if you have a dog that loves swimming it makes you chuckle even more.  I'm already plotting how I'm going to get some underwater photos of Cole jumping off the dock at the Wisconsin lakehouse this summer.

Here is the link to access the gallery: click here

We couldn't have said it better ourselves!!!

*This photo was taken from Doggie Drawings.  You should check out their site as well because everything on there is awesome :)

Pet Patio Pickup

Pet Patio Pickup -- 

Chicago's Premier Pet Waste Removal System for Downtown Dog Owners

Attention dwellers of those condos and high rises in Chicago- have you ever thought, "man I wish I had some grass on my patio so I don't have to get in the elevator with my dog EVERY TIME they need a potty break."  This is the answer to all the hi res dwellers that would like an easy way to let their dog relieve themselves after they get home from a night out, or for the short potty breaks throughout the day.  Here is who pet patio pickup would be best for, taken from their website:

Who benefits most from this product/service?

• People who find it more difficult to take out their pet companions.
• People who want to avoid late night walks.
• People who wish to sleep in.
• People who are constantly on-the-go.
• People who wish to provide their pet companion with a potty area that’s convenient for everyone.
• People who wish to protect their yard from "burnt spots"—those nasty yellow spots on grass caused by dog urine.

 
Give them a call today to start your free 2 week trial!

Social Networking... Social Dogworking!

Social Dogworking!

Peeps- Check out SOCIAL DOG WORKING for cute dog pics.  To submit your own, email the Dog Worker at Dog Workers Email.  You can find cute pics, like this one:

*Photo taken from Social Dog Working

Theresa Makes Her Debut!!!!

Check out this video of Theresa, my new wild lady dog.

Dog Park Locator!

 Today while watching the new dog Subaru commercials for the tenth time (link here) I noticed that Subaru was hosting a "Dog Park Locator" on their page.  I noticed it was super spot on and correct with the dog parks in my area, so it is a great resource for everyone in Chicago.  Check out the dog park locator for more information about where and what to expect of the dog parks in your area.  

Before you head out to the park check out some dog park tips, taken from Dog Parks USA.  I highlighted in red the tips for the dog park that we find most important here at Windy City Woof Woof.

• Take off the leash – if the park is properly kept and your dog trained, it should be ok to let your dog run free.
• Small Dog - some dog parks have an area for small dogs. It's easy for the little guys to get pushed around when they play in the big dog area and you'll find they are happiest playing with other small dogs.
• Leave the toys at home - if you bring toys your dog might be preoccupied with guarding it or fighting with other dogs over it. Let the park be about socializing with other dogs and running free.
• Walk yourself - don't just watch your dog exercise. Take this opportunity to take walk around the park and walk yourself.
• Pick it up - the park might be for dogs but you still have to pick up the piles. Some parks provide poop bags and trash bins.
• When in doubt, leave - your first concern should always be for your dog's safety. If you think the park is unsafe or other dogs might harm him, leave. It's better safe than sorry.
• Be Vigilant - it's easy to talk with other owners and not pay attention to what your pup is up to. Remember it's your responsibility to keep your dog safe and keep him from harming others.
• Keep it down - Raising your voice, even when giving commands, can frighten or excite dogs and encourage bad behavior.

FYI- my favorite dog from the Subaru commercials is Daisy.  She is a Great Dane, and i love that breed.

Who Watched the Puppy Bowl!!!???

Puppy Bowl 2012
The best thing about the puppy bowl is it is on all day long so you can watch it before the Super Bowl if you are actually going to ones of those parties where they watch the game.  It's on Animal Planet and it is a total riot.  I'm not always extremely drawn to Boxers but my puppy bowl favorite was Hunter, who plans to go into politics one day... (let's hope he decides on a different career when he gets a bit older...).

 

*Hunter, Boxer. Photo taken from Animal Planet's website.

You can check out Hunter's site here but I'm sure he's already been adopted!  The winner was an adorable Australian Shepard named Aberdeen, how I love that breed!!! 

*Aberdeen, Puppy Bowl 2012 Winner.  Photo taken from Animal Planet's website.

Be sure to watch the Puppy Bowl next year if you didn't do so this year, because football is for the 1%.

 
*the 1 %