City Living Puppy

Styling and Profiling

November 12th, 2009

I am looking good folks! My mom took me shopping and bought me a winter vest and a harness that fits me. I have been wearing my “baby” harness until now and it has not been fun! My mom got me the winter vest at Pawsh Dog Boutique in Boston. I got to play with a bunch of dogs while my mom picked out clothes for me to try on. I was so tired from playing that I didn’t mind when my mom picked me up and kept putting different vests, jackets, sweaters, etc. on me. Here is the one I got… it is made by FouFouDog and you totally should get one. I ended up getting the vest in navy blue and it has grey fleece on the inside.  You can buy it at Pawsh Dog Boutique http://pawshboston.com/ or online at http://foufoudog.com

We got my new harness and lead at Four Preppy Paws on Charles Street. It is made by Preston and I love it! Here is the website if you want to get one http://prestonribbons.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=47

This is the pattern of the harness and lead I got..

What do you think? Like it?

xoxo

City Living Puppy

Categories: Featured Post | Tags: Boston, Dog, harness, Home, leash, Mother, Parenting, Preston, Shopping, Sweater | 4 Comments

Guest Bloggers Amendment

November 10th, 2009

Dear Fellow Dog Friends,

The south Boston bark park is awful! The floor is covered with little stones that instantly hurt her cute little feet. The size is smaller then most average dog parka and there is minimal parking.

The South End dog park is still the best in the city.

From,

Izabella (guest blogger)

Categories: Guest Blogger | Tags: Boston, Breeds, Dog, Dog park, Foot, Pets, Recreation, South End Boston | No Comments

Guest Blogger

November 6th, 2009

Happy Friday Everyone!

Today I have a guest blogger. Izabella and her dad David who live in Southie (South Boston)! David and my mom went to college together and when he heard about my site he emailed us some great information! Below is their email to us with fantastic recommendations of places in the Southie area!

Thank you so much David & Izabella!

xoxo

City Living Puppy

Dear Tanner,

There’s the South Boston ‘Bark Park’ that opened this summer –http://www.yelp.com/biz/south- and an amzing dog park off washington street in the South End. Tales of Boston is the service my dad uses to feed or walk me if he cant make it — Heather Gay is the head of that and is on facebook – she’s up for some award for it I think. The PAW-stonian with Bette Yip is a great trainer with facility – individual and group classes out here — she’s helped me a lot training me and my dad. The South Boston Dog Spa is a good groomer and South Boston Pet Hospital is good when in a pinch. My dad takes me to the Boston ARL in south end though for regular vet – they are GREAT! Skiptons on MA ave in Dorchester is best place for holistic food. There’s a few others out here in the South End… forgetting names at moment – but the last two I’ll mention are Doggy Days (aka the petshop girls) which is food, toys, grooming and day care…. and The Polkadog Bakery in the South End is a bakery just for dog food – and great line of collars, leashes, etc –

Let me know what you think!

From,

Izabella & Dave

Categories: Guest Blogger | Tags: Boston, Dog, Dog food, Dorchester, Dorchester Boston, Pets, South Boston, South End Boston | No Comments

National Novel Writing Month

November 3rd, 2009

Well my mom has entered the National Novel Writing Month and that is not great for me.

She began writing on November 1. The goal is to write a 175-page (50,000-word) novel by midnight, November 30. To be added to the official list of winners, she must reach the 50,000-word mark by November 30 at midnight.

http://www.nanowrimo.org/

I mean what should I do while she’s typing away… umm hello!! I have decided to research dog food while she types away. It seems as if everyone is always saying different things about what to feed me and what not to feed me. My mom switched me from Nutro Dog Food to Innova dog food. Its okay but I would much rather have what my mom eats. There are a lot of websites with recipes for dogs but I don’t know which ones are good. I want to have my mom and roommate (well more like my roommate since my mom doesn’t really cook) make me something.

Do any of you have any suggestions or recipes?

xoxo

City Living Puppy

Nap Time

Categories: Journal | Tags: Arts, Book Writing, Dog, Dog food, National Novel Writing Month, Pets, Website, Writers Resources | No Comments

Where are you going?

October 28th, 2009

Tan Man and I just did a one block lap…he saw some other dogs and was quite interested.  Lots of kids out playing too.  He gets excited and starts jumping!  I used the new expandable leash so he can get a little running room but  I still say he’d make a good sled dog by the way he pulls!

All is well.  Have a blast!

Love,

Bev

My mom left me! I had a bad feeling on Wednesday night when she began packing a rather large bag for herself. In the morning I was so tired but I woke right up when I saw my crate being taken to the car along with a lot of my stuff. Next thing I knew we were at Matts moms house. I like hanging out there so I was running around, playing, etc. I had no clue that in a few minutes my mom and Matt were leaving for Florida  Meghan’s wedding and I was staying here.

When they left I ran to the door and started barking and whimpering. I guess my mom was really sad and made Matt call to make sure I was okay even though I had just left me. Up top is the email Matt’s mom (Bev) sent to my mom and Matt as they were boarding the plane. I think my mom was having just as hard a time as I was. Monica (Mason’s mom, my other aunt) kept calling my mom to make sure she was okay. When she left Mason for the first time she was really sad so she could relate to how my mom was feeling.

Mom was gone for a lot of days! She left Thursday morning and didn’t pick me up until the following Tuesday night. I am not even sure how many days that is but I know it was more than one!

I ended up having a lot of fun with Bev and her boyfriend Stephen. I went to the Cape and got to run around, hung out with Matt’s grandparents one day, took a lot of walks, and even went to work with Bev one day. The first night I was a little nervous that they wouldn’t let me sleep in the bed and I hate sleeping alone. Luckily they let me sleep at their feet after that I knew I was in good hands.

My mom had an amazing time as well and she said that Meghan was the most beautiful bride. Next time she goes to Florida she promises to take me!

Mom came and picked me up last night. I was so excited I ran and jumped on her as soon as I saw her. I licked her face and kept jumping on her. I was so excited. Then I did the same to Matt and when we got home I did the same to my Roomie. Now I am on the couch and my mom is unpacking. It is a rainy day in Boston, gross!

All in all the trip went well for me and my mom. Thank you Bev and Stephen for taking such great care of me! I had a blast with you guys and can’t wait to see you again soon!!

xoxo

City Living Puppy

PS- Congrats to Meghan and Derek… Mr. & Mrs. Murphy!

Categories: Journal | Tags: Activities, Adventures, Boston, Dog, Dog park, Dog Sledding, Family, Florida, Pets, Recreation, Sled dog, wedding | 1 Comment

Carnival

October 20th, 2009

I had a great weekend but it was very tiring. Just as I had guessed my mom, roommate and auntie all went out Friday night to celebrate Aunties birthday. We were all exhausted on Saturday since they got back (and woke me up) late!

Saturday morning there was a carnival outside of my house! My mom and auntie took me. There were these really big animals like dogs but scary. My mom told me they were ponies. I did not like them. There was a lot of food and I kept trying to get some but my mom told me stop. I liked the carnival because there were other little dogs with their parents and I got to play with them. I would have liked it more if there had been no ponies and someone had given me some food. Hint, hint… next year??

After we left the carnival we headed to the park. I got to play with my friend Oliver while my mom and aunt talked to his mom. Oliver’s mom met Giselle (Tom Brady’s lady) and her dog. She was telling my mom and aunt and about it and they were all really into it. I am not sure why they were… I mean who is Giselle? Is her dog really cool or something? Hmmm…

Sunday was a rainy day and each time I had to go to the bathroom I wanted to scream. I hate having to go outside in the cold rain to go to the bathroom… why must I? I wish my mom would go outside and I could inside… but that will never happen.

Sorry for not writing yesterday but I was taking care of mom but so far today she is back on track. Auntie left yesterday and my mom was sad. I snuggled with her and made sure I was on my best behavior! We went to the park and she attempted to do work but I could tell she was having a hard time concentrating. She is writing a childrens book about my adventures and she said it is much harder writing for children. Would you read a book about my adventures?

Well it is time for me to head out but I will write more later! Oh and before I forget the poll has ended and hotels are my next investigation! Thanks for voting guys!!

xoxo

City Living Puppy

Maxin and Relaxin

Categories: Journal | Tags: Dog, Family, Home, Mothers, Parenting, Saturday morning cartoon, Taking Care of Mom, Tom Brady | No Comments

Thank You Lisa, Cody and Brandie Shaver

September 25th, 2009

Hi Everyone,

I am not any better today, maybe worse! My mom is really nervous about me and making me go back to the vet tomorrow. Last night I wouldn’t even sleep in the bed, I stayed under the bed the whole night. Victor came over today and took me and my mom out to lunch. We went to the park quickly and then got takeout from Tealux. I really just wanted to get home but I knew my mom needed to get out at least for a little bit. I think she is starting to lose it and I feel bad. My roommate has had a crazy week at work and has been working super long hours sooo my mom has been alone in the house with me under the bed since Tuesday. My roommate visited me under the bed when she got home last night and even stayed up for a little bit with my mom even though she was exhausted! Thanks Roomie!!

Tonight when she got home she had a package for me. I was so excited because I don’t usually get mail. My mom opened it for me and brought it to me under the bed. I got the sweetest card and all natural dog toy from the Shavers. I love it! Thank you guys so much! It really brightened by day… I am now chewing my toy under the bed listening to my roommate, Victor and my mom chat in the living room.

Tonight is our friend Kris Feener’s birthday and we cant go because my mom has to stay home with me. Sorry Kris but hope you have a great birthday and once I am better we will all celebrate together!!

Well I gotta go because it is so hard typing from under the bed… my paws are hurting!!

I will let you know what happens at the vet tomorrow… wish me luck!!

xoxo

City Living Puppy

My Card and Toy

Categories: Journal | Tags: birthday, Dog, Dog toy, Family, Mother, Parenting, tealux | No Comments

I Have A Bad Feeling…

September 1st, 2009

This morning my day was looking good but now I am not so sure. Let me explain…

My mom took me to the park today for a really long time which was great! I met this cute dog named Trixie and we played together for awhile. My mom dragged me along with her to a few stores because she is going to a wedding on Friday and wanted to look around. That wasn’t so bad and then she let me go BACK to the park. Amazing!!

Here is where my day takes a turn. We are at home now and mom just finished doing some work. Usually we go back out or play in the house for a little but she is now cleaning. Cleaning usually means someone is coming over and taking her out without me!! She could feel my eyes on her and that was when she said I Love You… dead give away! She is already feeling guilty.

Hmm… wonder who it is??? Do any of you know who it is or have any guesses??

xoxo

City Living Puppy

PS – I found out what dog had been all over my roommates bag. It was Baxter! Lucky for him we are friends otherwise there could be a problem! CASE SOLVED

Please Don't Go

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Long Walks

August 29th, 2009

Luckily my mom and I took many long walks yesterday because it is raining today. I hate the rain! It always hits me in the face. My mom and I met the nicest husband and wife who have the same kind of dog as me! He is a lot older (13 yrs old) but it was very exciting. I haven’t met him yet but I heard all about him. His name is Scribbles. His mom is going to email my mom a picture of him so he can be on my friend list!

Just so you all know if you want to become a friend and have your picture up just email me at citylivingpuppy@yahoo.com and tell me a little about yourself and make sure to attach a photo!!

Sorry for such a short entry today but I am having a lazy rainy Saturday morning in bed and my brain is tired!

xoxo

City Living Puppy

PS- My roommate returned safe and sound last night… woo hoo.. except there was another dog smell on her bag… hmm.. I will investigate and tell you what I find!

Categories: Journal | Tags: Dog, Family, Home, Mothers, Parenting, Rain, Yahoo! | No Comments

Amazing Weather for Shaggy Dogs Like Myself!

August 28th, 2009

Yesterday was the best day to be outside. For once there was no humidity and I could run for a long time without getting overheated. My mom took me to the Boston Gardens which was really fun. I love that park. It is beautiful and the grass is always mowed. Plus there are always a lot of people walking through it which makes it more interesting. My mom didn’t pick a great time for us to go. We went at lunch time and I had a very hard time not trying to eat people’s food. My mom started to get frustrated and we walked towards the swan boats and then around the whole park. I met a lot of friendly dogs on the walk and got to chase a few birds.

I was pretty hot and a little tired after but then I saw something that looked like a pool. I couldn’t wait to get in and swim. I ran straight forward and was about to jump in when I heard my mom say no tanner. Then as if I hadn’t heard her she pulled my leash. I hate that!! I turned around and looked at her as if she was crazy. She explained to me that it was a fountain not a pool and I was not allowed in it. How was I supposed to know I mean it looked just like a pool to me! Sorry I was hot .. uggghhh! (I did a baby version of Eragon just for you Auntie..hehe)

My grandfather came over later and took my mom out to lunch while I rested in my palace. I got to go out right when she got home so I was excited and we went out again later with Matt. I was just loving the weather and I think my mom was too.

I believe the weather is the same today and I am excited. Today I plan to go Tealux (most pet friendly restaurant ever) getting a half and half (iced tea with lemonade) for mom and water for me and then go play in the Boston Public Gardens. If you live in Boston and your mom, dog walker, parents, etc. can spare an hour or more then I would highly recommend coming along!

Talk to you later…

xoxo

City Living Puppy

PS- Hi roommate, I hope you are doing okay in the big city … mom said you are working really hard but would be home tonight… yeah!

Categories: Journal | Tags: Boston, Dog, Family, Home, Iced tea, Lemonade, Lunch, Parenting | 2 Comments