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@AnimalPlanet Halloween Pet Parade
There is a Hammerhead Shark in my living room!! Jacob recently tried the Animal Planet shark costume for Halloween and look how cute he looks! He is wearing the large but is a bit small for his long body. I found a few pics of other dogs wearing the costume too
See more cute dogs in costumes on http://animalplanet.com/pet-
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Meet the Breeds 2013
This past weekend, AKC put on the Meet the Breeds show at Javitts Center and Adalhi and I wen to check out these pooches! This years show consisted of numerous breeds from A-Z, pet related vendors, Motel 6 and even a few speciality cats in the mix. It was a great opportunity to come see rare breeds, giant breeds and what ‘breed’ standards look like. We wanted to go early for all the great dog food samples and to see all the dogs before their nap time.

Pet Parents is an insurance company that was a huge sponsor. They took ‘huge’ so literally and provided 2 photo booths along with a ton of HUGE dog items like this giant dog bowl with giant kibble.
A giant tennis ball!
My friend and gentle giant LEONBERGER
Fellow Canadian Newfoundland dog
The Pharaoh Hound
Adorable Bull Terrier aka Target Dog!
My new favorite – 7 month old Grand Basset Griffon Vendeen
One chunky Mastiff puppy
A sucky Cane Corso
A huge Great Dane Pup
Little Corgi Cardigan
Springer Spaniel in a tie!
Couldn’t wait to come home to see this one.
Two pups from Brooklyn 🙂Thank you AKC for inviting us to fun filled weekend
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Bath and Body for your Dog with @EpiPet Products
How do you keep a white/pink dog clean, happy and healthy?White dog owners all know that white dogs are special. They require special grooming, diet and even behavioral attention at times. White dogs may have sensitive skin to sun exposure and also sensitive stomachs and allergies. Epi Pet offers a line of pet car products for dogs and horses which are multi-functional enriching and suitable to all color dogs.
Epi Pet Skin Treatment Spray:
This spray comes in lavender, cedar mint and unscented. The purpose of this product is to stop shedding, odor and itching on your dog. To use this, just spray generously over your dog’s fur and into the skin then brush it in well. The secret ingredient here is “Galactroarabiana” – a super moisturizer found in the Larch Tree. Daily application will reduce shedding. There is also anti inch elements like tea tree oil and true essential oils and 5 all natural insect repellants. If your dog is like Jacob and doesn’t like ‘sprays’ then spray it on the brush and then comb him with the wet brush.
Epi Pet Cleansing Agent Shampoo:
This shampoo is tearless, soap free and safe for puppies and kittens. It is loaded with great natural ingredients. It is recommended that you microwave a bit of the shampoo for 10 seconds prior to use for max effectiveness like whitening or odor removal. It is compatible with all flea and tick treatments and becomes ‘medicated’ when microwaved. Excited to try this next bath to see how ‘white’ Jacob can get!
Epi Pet Sun Protector Spray:
A sun loving dog’s worse nightmare is a sunburn! This is great for dogs and horses alike and contains 4 sunscreen ingredients to protect from UVA and UVB. It is especially recommended for short hair dogs predisposition to skin tumors like boxers, dobermans, bull dogs, pit bulls, bichons, poodles, schnauzers. I will bring this next time we go for a hike or to the beach.
Epi Pet products have a slight vanilla scent that is mild and great for your dog.
Check out their full range of products on http://www.epi-pet.com
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Our Week in Toronto
I had so much fun visiting my cousin this past week in Toronto for mid autumn festival and eating moon cake! Tai and I had fun rediscovering the city I moved away from 3 years ago. We tried to see as many friends as we could but of course time is limited when you are rushing around.

We went to LEE on King St, Susur Lee is a genius chef fusing Hong Kong x French cuisine style

The DUCK!

The next day we went to FRESH for Quinoa Onion Rings and Buddha Bowl with Soba

Pastries at Nadege

Then home cooked meal with my family!


Shopping on Queen St W

See you next time Toronto!
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Meet the Breeds 2013 @akcdoglovers
More than 200 Breeds of Dogs and Cats. 1 Place. 2 Days to Meet Them All.
AKC Meet the Breeds, hosted by the American Kennel Club (AKC) and The International Cat Association (TICA) will return to the Jacob Javits Center in New York City on September 28th and 29th, 2013. Last year’s more than 35,000 attendees enjoyed 200 individually decorated official breed booths that allowed dog and cat lovers to interact with dogs, cats, puppies and kittens and learn about their history and unique attributes directly from the experts; 100 vendor booths offered every imaginable product for pets and their owners; and demonstration rings featured law enforcement K9s, grooming, agility, obedience and more. The event was also a big hit with the press, generating more than 630 million media impressions.
This year’s event is not to be missed and will be the perfect place to create lasting memories with dog and cat owners. No other event earns your brand exposure across multiple categories like AKC Meet the Breeds. By participating in AKC Meet the Breeds you will be guaranteed touch points with consumers, breeders, clubs, trainers and families. Come join us as we introduce them to the wonderful world of dogs and cats, in the media capital of the world.
WhereJacob K. Javits Convention Center
655 West 34th Street
New York, New York 10001WhenSaturday, September 28, 2013 10 am – 5 pm
Sunday, September 29, 2013 10 am – 5 pmTweet a photo of your dog to @heydoyou for a chance to win 2 tickets for Saturday!
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Doggie Time by @mochijolie from @uncommongoods
If you are a fan of cutesy awesome products from SUCK UK or Fred Flare you have to check out my new discovery – Uncommon Goods.
I found this website while looking for a present for all my Virgo and Libra friends and for my husband who is on the cusp. This site is extra cool! They have a huge range of items are really are ‘uncommon’ and full on indie design options for everyday items. Need some accessories for your phone?Check it out here
Already planning for Christmas? Get a head start on Stocking Stuffers here.
Going to a housewarming party? Birthday party? Just because? Find an array of amazing items here !
Their most Pinterest friendly item must be the shower squid. (Which I also want badly!)

Uncommongoods have a great range of indie artist who create perfectly chic items that make great presents. The best part is that they have carefully curated content with really great prices. While I was going through the site, I discovered a LA based brand called Mochi and Jolie. They create dog watches that have silhouettes of different breeds.
“Time with your canine friend isn’t measured in dog years, but in walks, cuddles, ball catches, and treats. Now, with these playful watches, you can keep your puppy with you every minute of the day, even when you have to be apart. Each one features your choice of breed on its face, capturing those distinctive features in a profile silhouette on its face. The clear plastic wristband and housing make the watch easy to match with any outfit. It’s a perfectly fetching accessory for any dog lover. Japanese quartz movement. Watch battery included. Made in Hong Kong.”

I think the Labrador one looks most like Jacob so I got this one! The clear straps make it so fashionable and easy to wear and the design is beautiful! I got several compliments the first time I wore it. It is extremely lightweight and great for walking the dog and keeping track of time. I don’t want to take my phone with me everywhere but I still want to know what time it is. The face is totally numberless and the second hand is extremely quiet. The straps are clear with a slight purple on the edges which I love. I also like that it is quite flat so it is easy to wear under long sleeve, jackets and sweaters.
Best of all, it looks just like my dog Jacob!

The Dog Watch is $65 and available on http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/dog-watches

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, UncommonGoods is an privately-owned retailer that endeavors to feature unique designs and handcrafted gifts created in harmony with the environment and without harm to animals or people. We run all our operations out of the historic Brooklyn Army Terminal, including our warehouse where the lowest-paid seasonal worker starts at 50% above the minimum wage. We make it our mission to support and provide a platform for artists and designers; in fact, half of what we sell is made by hand. Most of the products we carry are created right here in the USA, and about one-third of our entire collection incorporates recycled and/or upcycled materials. At the core of our company is a great respect for the integrity of the creative individual and the belief that it is our responsibility to use our business to impact the world in a positive way.
Some cool facts…
• Design Challenges: Get your work out there and join our community by participating in our product design and art challenges.
• City Harvest strives to end hunger in communities throughout New York City through food rescue, distribution, and education.
Small Business, Big Ideas
In 2012 UncommonGoods CEO Dave Bolotsky joined representatives from 14 other privately-owned businesses at the White House to discuss the impact of President Obama’s economic policies on small businesses. Read more about Mr. Bolotsky’s trip to Washington on uncommongoods.com

































