Want to get in one more tax deduction before the end of the year?

Are you looking to get in one more tax deduction before the end of the year? Consider a tax-deductible charitable donation to an animal welfare group. The Humane Society of the United States has a goal of raising $1.2 million by the time the clock strikes midnight tonight and they are pretty close. You can help them reach that goal and help out animals all over our country by clicking here. Want to keep your donations more local? Then how about a local animal rescue, The Humane Society of Charlotte and Hounds4Heroes both accept online donations so you can get them in today still so it would count toward 2010. Do you have any suggestions for organizations? Please share!

Not sure if the story is true, but the photo sure is cute!

We got emailed this story and photo and story today and who knows if the story if even true but the photo is adorable and definitely worth sharing! The supposed story behind this photo is that a dog-owner in Maryland came home from work to find this scene and figures that the fawn followed the dog into the house through the doggie door. It seem possible, we guess, but more importantly the fawn and the dog snuggled up together are just adorable! If anyone has any way to verify this story, let us know, something interesting definitely happened here!

Merry Christmas to All and to All a Good Night!

We hope that you have had a delightful Christmas Day with your pups (or, if your pups are staying with us, we hope that you are enjoying your time away with other loved ones)! What sort of special stuff did you do for your pups today? Any fabulous presents or special meals? We'd love to know! We love hearing all about the All Wags pups' fabulous lives. Did your pup get their Christmas gift from All Wags? Please let us know if not. Dookie here is loving his new toy and his mama says that he hasn't put it down since he got it. Don't you just love the sound of your pup squeaking a new toy? It's definitely music to our ears, the music of puppy joy!

Holiday Hours

We hope that you are all enjoying your Christmas Eve! All Wags is closed today for daycare but we will be open for boarding drop-offs if your pup will be spending Christmas with us. Tomorrow on Christmas day we are going to be closed and won't be doing drop-offs or pick-ups from boarding. We will be busy celebrating Christmas with the boarding pups all day and getting lots of Christmas snuggles! For New Years next weekend, we are going to be open for a regular day on New Years Eve and then we will be closed on New Years Day. As always, if you have questions, please ask! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

The holidays are a time for friends!

We've really been enjoying receiving your holiday gifts and cards! We are so happy to be included in your holiday festivities and that you think of us. Everyone at All Wags just feels so special right about now. The holidays are so much about family and friends and we are happy to be both of those things. All Wags is such a great place to make new friends, just like Bella, Sammy and Holmes here. There's nothing like a good snuggle-fest among new friends!

A Puppy's Christmas

It's the day before Christmas
And all through the house
The puppies are squeaking
An old rubber mouse.

The wreath which had merrily
Hung on the door
Is scattered in pieces
All over the floor.

 

The stockings that hung
In a neat little row
Now boast a hole in
Each one of the toes.

The tree was subjected
To bright-eyed whims,
And now, although splendid,
It's missing some limbs.

I catch them and hold them.

"Be good", I insist.
They lick me, then run off
To see what they've missed.

And now as I watch them
The thought comes to me,
That theirs is the spirit
That Christmas should be.

Should children and puppies
Yet show us the way,
And teach us the joy
That should come with this day?

Could they bring the message
That's written above,
And tell us that, most of all
Christmas is love.

Potty-training tips for pups who want to "mark" the Christmas Tree!

Does your pup take one look at that Chistmas Tree and start doing to potty dance? I mean, they do their business on trees outside, why can't they do their business on the tree that you brought inside? Seems convenient to them, right? Well, here are 8 tips to try from Dogster.com... Good Luck!

1. Management and supervision – Your dog should never have unsupervised access to the Christmas tree.  If you are unable to supervise him in the presence of the tree, he must be crated or gated elsewhere in the house.  Do not hesitate to go back to the potty training basics you learned of crating, gating, and tethering when you are not able to train or supervise.
2. Know the signs – Many dogs offer “pre-indicator behaviors” – behaviors that are offered consistently before the event as a kind of “tell” that the dog needs to eliminate.  This can be sniffing around, scratching at the ground, turning in circles, or even approaching the tree.  If you notice any indicator behaviors from your dog, get him out for a potty break right away!
3. Reinforce success – While you’re working on this, build a strong reinforcement history (with toys, food, and/or life rewards) for appropriate elimination outside.
4. Click and treat the absence of the behavior.  If your dog approaches the tree, sniffs it, and walks away, click and treat him!  This is the behavior we want!
5. Consider keeping your dog on a “traffic lead.”  A traffic lead is a very short leash, basically just a handle with a clasp.  If your dog will not recall reliably under every conceivable circumstance, a traffic lead may not be a bad idea.  It will ensure you are able to get your dog out quickly if you DO notice him going toward the tree as if to mark.
6. Find out your dog’s schedule.  What times of the day does your dog normally eliminate?  Provide plenty of opportunities for outside potty breaks during this time.
7. Remember what events might trigger a dog’s need to relieve himself – In general, dogs tend to eliminate after: naps, playtime, eating and/or drinking.
8. Consider use of a belly band - Belly bands are snug fitting fabric bands which are wrapped around a dog’s lower torso.  They are fitted with absorbent pads so that if your dog does mark, the liquid will be absorbed by the pad and not the beautiful, pristine white  beard of your favorite pirate Santa ornament.  You can make belly bands or purchase them online.  A google search for “dog belly band” should bring up all the information you need.  Belly bands are certainly management tools more than anything, they will not train your dog to avoid peeing on the tree but they will ensure that if management slips up, your tree remains pristine.

Happy Birthday Thank YOU from Miss Rosie!

Happy Friday All Wags family and friends! Do you know what else today is? Today is my 3rd birthday! Can you believe it? I wanted to thank you all for being such a great family to me. I have been coming to All Wags since I was 6 weeks old and my mama, Karen, got me as a surprise from my dad, Robin. All Wags is my home and I have gotten to know and love all of you. I am such a super lucky pup to have all of these great people and such a great place in my life!

Calling all Lab Lovers!!

Lucky Labs Rescue is in desperate need of good foster homes.  Due to the economy, they are seeing record numbers of Labrador Retriever and Labrador mixes in need of rescue both from Animal Control and private families.  A good foster paves the way to an easy and permanent adoption.  All dogs are fully vetted and provided with everything the foster family needs to care for the dog.  Average foster time is 4 weeks.  To open your home to an appreciative lab or to receive more information please fill out an application on their website at www.luckylabsrescue.com or email us at labladies@gmail.com.  Without foster families to help, we would not be able to rescue as many dogs! All Wags is a foster home for Lucky Labs Rescue and we love working with them and we know you will too if you are able to help!

December Issue of the All Wags Newsletter

The Holiday season is upon us and so is the December issue of the All Wags newsletter! It's just what you need to get yourself and your pups in the holiday spirit. Be sure to read all about our dogs of the month: Misty, Jake and Rocco. Also, as a holiday treat for our customers we're bringing back our most popular coupon. You'll have to peruse the newsletter to see what your holiday surprise savings are, so head on over to the All Wags website and happy reading!

All We Want for Christmas is to Find a Good Home!

We have been so blessed thus far...our homeless mom gave birth to us in a cave-like hole beside an old creek bed near the Town of Waxhaw Public Services Dept. Their staff rescued us and have taken great care of us but it’s time for us to venture out on our own! Our family consists of 5 girls and 4 boys. We are completely weaned, have had our first puppy shot and have been wormed. Our rescuers are even offering a bag of puppy chow to go with each of us. All they ask is that we each go to a good home!

If you are interested in making our Christmas wish come true, please contact our foster parents.
704-843-7439 or 704-622-0583

Contact Amy at www.K9sUnleashed.com for discounted Puppy Lessons! 704-243-0920

Check out Famous Dallas!

When Dallas celebrated her birthday at All Wags, she was certainly having a great time and loving it and gave us this awesome doggie smile. So, we decided to submit her photo to The Bark magazine's smiling dog gallery and, you know what? They chose her! Be sure and go check out Dallas in all of her fame! She is in the November 29th album and it's in alphabetical order. She's the happy girl with the birthday hat on!

We are Thankful for the Whole All Wags Family

What are you thankful for? One of the most important things we are thankful for here at All Wags is all of you! Not only is All Wags the best "doghouse" in town, but we also know that we have the best customers on town! Our pups and their people are top-notch and we couldn't be happier with all of the fabulous and wonderful people and pups who are part of the All Wags family.
Need an example of what makes you all so awesome and incredible? Tulie is one of our pups who comes to All Wags 3 days a week who is a huge sweetheart. Check out this fabulous bread shaped like a turkey that his mom and dad brought to us for Thanksgiving. Isn't that just adorable and so sweet of them? Thanks to Tulie's family for making us feel so special on Thanksgiving!

Getting your Christmas Tree This Weekend?

Are you going to start decorating your home for Christmas this weekend? If so, then your are going to need a tree. Wouldn't it be awesome if purchasing your Christmas tree could help homeless pets? Well, good luck, it can! Peddlers Post is selling live Chrsitmas Trees and a portion of the proceeds will benefit Project HALO. They are also going to be holding an adoption event there to kick-off this special event. The holidays are a great time of year to add another furry member to your family!

11am-1pm

2320 N. Davidson St (large brick bldg on the corner of 27th St and N. Davidson)

Visit their website at:  www.peddlerspost-nc.com for prices and sizes

Preview of Charlotte Dogs

Have you gone out and gotten your copy of Charlotte Dogs yet from Park Road Books? If not, here is a little preview of the essay about Maddie Sue who was an All Wags pup who passed away in 2008. She missed her time in the spotlight as a famous "Charlotte Dog," but her best friend Mandy was happy to go to the publication party in her place and enjoy all of the love and attention and we know that Maddie is looking down so happy that such an amazing book has been published that showcases all of the awesome dogs who live in Charlotte!

There is an amazing little being that lives in my home. She is smart and loving, loyal and attentive, and she is the best little snuggle buddy that I have ever met. Her name is Maddie. She has four legs, a tail, and a snout. Her body is covered with black fur, with just a few white patches and she loves to be pet on those white patches. Maddie is the fabulous little dog that almost wasn’t. When Maddie was 2 months old, she was found tied to a tree outside of an animal shelter, she was very thin and had mange so she had hardly any fur. The prognosis didn’t look good, but Maddie was put into foster care and with love and attention, things started to turn around. Soon, Maddie was ready to be adopted and was brought back to the shelter. A family came and adopted Maddie when she hadn’t been there very long and I can just imagine her excitement to be leaving the shelter, however, what she didn’t know is that she would be coming back very soon. She was returned by that family. She needed a lot of attention given her troublesome beginnings and they just didn’t have time for her. Maddie was given a few labels then “doesn’t get along with children,” “may need behavior therapy,” “training recommended.” Well, it’s already tough enough to get adopted in a shelter without the labels. She got a lot of looks, though, because at four months old, she was a perfect looking little puppy, but she didn’t get a lot of second looks after her labels were read. My husband I then happened to go to that shelter one night after work and when we saw her, we gave her a second look and a third and a fourth. We had found our new family member. The volunteers at the shelter reminded us of her labels and also informed us of another: this shelter was full and we were her last chance. We were happy to take her to our home. Yes, we had rocky beginnings with Miss Maddie, and we got her training, lots of training and she also saw an animal behaviorist, but what Maddie needed the most was a loving home. We took a chance with Maddie and it was the greatest chance that I have ever taken. She is truly the best friend that I could ever have imagined and I’m as happy to be her best friend as she is to be mine. This special little dog with the rough beginning has touched my heart deeply and continues to everyday. I love waking up to her kisses every morning and feeling her snuggle up against me as I sleep. I love throwing one of her many squeaky, yellow, tennis balls and having her bring it back to me. I adore watching how she licks a Frosty Paw treat. Maddie has a few new labels these day “fan favorite,” “little baby girl,” and most importantly “my best friend.”

Don't forget to order your All Wags shirts!

Do you want to show your All Wags pride as you hang out around town? Well then, don't forget to order your All Wags long-sleeve t-shirt or sweatshirt by tomorrow, Tuesday, November 23rd. The order will be placed on Wednesday, November 24th and will arrive to All Wags by Friday, December 3rd. Long-sleeve t-shirts are $15 and are available in black, green and purple. Sweatshirts are $20 and are available in black. Please just place your order when you come in or call us at 704-527-9247 to place an order if you won't be in Monday or Tuesday. Payment can be done by cash or check. We hope you will show your All Wags pride and let everyone know where your kids go to school!

Are you looking for a unique holiday card idea? How about showcasing your pups with great cards from Shutterfly!

All Wrapped Up Christmas Card

Make a statement with custom Christmas cards at Shutterfly.

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Charlotte Dogs Publication Party

We all know and agree that Charlotte Dogs are especially special and now there is a book to showcase them and prove it! Charlotte Dogs is a book of essays and photos that were contributed by pups and their owners and compiled together. Maddie, an All Wags pup who went to the Rainbow Bridge in 2008, is one of those pups who is featured in the book. Park Road Books is having a publication party for the release of the book this Saturday, November 20th at 10:30am and you and your pups are invited to come out and celebrate. The editor and many of the featured dogs will be in attendance and you will also be able to purchase a copy of the book. Let's celebrate Charlotte Dogs!

Some doggie humor for your midweek delight...

Anyone who has a pup who likes to eat random things can get a good laugh at this one... Especially if you need a laugh after paying a vet bill because of that swallowing... I'm sure all dog owners can relate, though! We love them and they are worth every penny! What is the strangest thing your pup has ever swallowed? Do you have any hilarious stories? Hopefully, no one can compare to poor Randy here in this cartoon!

National Shelter Appreciation Week

In celebration of National Shelter Appreciation Week, November 7-13, The Humane Society of Charlotte is waiving the adoption fees on thirteen of its most special residents.  Four dogs have found their forever homes so far this week.  Four more dogs and five cats have been at the shelter far too long, and are in need of loving homes.  Please come and visit them.

Staff at the shelter will be on hand to provide detailed information about all adoptable animals to potential adopters. In addition to the waived adoption fees, these featured cats and dogs will be spayed or neutered, tested for heartworm (canines) or Feline Leukemia (FeLV) and Feline Immunodeficiency Virus (FIV), vaccinated, and receive 30 days of complimentary pet insurance, microchip identification and a bag of pet food. Based on a ten day stay at the shelter, these services are valued at $750.
National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week is a perfect opportunity for community members to become acquainted with their local shelter and to help homeless pets.  Even if you are not able to adopt a pet at this time, National Shelter Appreciation Week is a great time to show your support by making a donation to help the Humane Society of Charlotte.

Happy Birthday, Golly!

Golly is having quite an amazing week! First he was featured in the All Wags newsletter as one of our dogs of the month along with his brother, Willie, and then he had a birthday. I mean, right, what an amazing week. Of course, we celebrated at All Wags. Golly got to wear a fabulous birthday hat and we snapped this adorable photo. Plus, Golly's mama got a magnet of this photo to celebrate. For those puppy parents reading this who are new to All Wags and your pup hasn't celebrated a birthday with us, look forward to your pup bringing a home a magnet to you on their birthday for you to cherish.

November Issue of the All Wags Newsletter

Today has been a very dreary day, but I hope that the November Issue of the All Wags Newsletter will bring you some sunshine! We have been putting out our newsletter for one year now... what do you think? We are always open to any and all feedback and suggestions that you have for the newsletter. We want the newsletter to be something that you look forward to reading every month. Please just let us know any thoughts you may have!
This month in the newsletter you can read all about our fabulous dogs of the month Willie & Golly and Milly Grey. There is also a great recipe for using your Thanksgiving leftovers to make a treat for your pups. We all know there is always so much leftover turkey and I'm sure your pup would like to get some of it! Also, are you interested in showing your All Wags pride? Want to show all of your friends where your kids go to school? Well, how about purchasing an All Wags long-sleeved t-shirt for $15 or an All Wags sweatshirt for $20. There is info in the newsletter about how to order and also a display set up in our lobby showing the shirts. Happy November!

How about some Pepsi?

On of our All Wags employees, Brandon, transformed Pepsi into Pepsi on Saturday! How adorable is that?! He had a 2 hour lunch break, an empty Pepsi box, masking tape, scissors and, of course, Pepsi the dog! Pepsi looks quite content in that Pepsi box costume too, don't you think? Quite a creative and ingenious bit of cuteness we'd say...

Happy Howl-o-ween!

Happy Halloween to you and your pups! Did you dress up? Did your pup dress up? We would love to see photos of your costumes! Mrs. Mosby here dressed up as a scary skeleton (or an adorable one!). She had a fun Halloween party at her house where she got to show off her costume to all of her parents' friends and her friend Coach who also comes to All Wags also stopped by for some playing. It was a great Halloween. Send us your photos and tell us all about your pups Halloween, you too could see your pup featured in a blog!

Spencer is famous!

One of our fabulous All Wags pups is famous! Spencer Reichley made it into USA Today's online album of pet photos in his pirate costume. Be sure to check out the sweet, famous boy. He looks pretty fabulous as Captain Jack Sparrow and with his paws up it looks like he is getting ready to take on the seven seas! I hope the fame doesn't get to his cute little head. What is your pup being for Halloween this year? We would love to see photos!

Use the drive-thru to beat the cold!

It's starting to get a lot colder in the mornings, have you noticed? Sometimes maybe it's even a little bit too cold to get out of the car when you come bring your pup to All Wags in the morning. Don't forget about our drive-thru. You can just pull out and someone will come out and get your pup out of the car for you. No cold for you and it's quick and easy and your pup gets right in and on their way to a fun day of play. The drive-thru is open Monday- Friday from 7am-9am, give it a try some morning if you haven't already!

Plenty of fun to be had this weekend!

There will be no time for these pups to snooze tomorrow because there are 2 great dog events going on! If you're looking for some great activities to enjoy with your pups, then you are in luck. First, actually this evening and tomorrow afternoon, is the Dock Diving event at Pet Essentials. Check out their website to see info about how your pup could try it out or you can just enjoy an afternoon of watching the pro dogs do their thing. Very cool if you have never seen it! Also tomorrow, is Barktoberfest to benefit the American Cancer Society. This is a beer festival/dog costume contest/ all around good time. It's $10 to get in and then a little extra if you would like to have a few "adult beverages." If you go to either one, we would love to see your photos!

SNIP Clinic This Friday!

Don't forget! This Friday, October 22 is our SNIP vaccine clinic. Do your pups need any of their vaccines? Do you have any friends who's pups needs vaccines? This month we are combining the SNIP clinic for All Wags customers and for the general public, so send along your friends! If you need to make an appointment, just call All Wags at 704-527-9247 or let us know the next time you come in. If you need more info about the SNIP clinics, check out the All Wags website's Spay/Neuter/Vaccine Page. Questions? Let us know!

We're #1! We're #1!

Guess who is the best in Charlotte! You got it, All Wags is!!! For the third year in a row, All Wags has been voted the best dog daycare in Charlotte. Isn't that just fabulous?! We couldn't do it without you, our very loyal and awesome customers, and of course, your pups. So, let's all give each other a hug and a pat on the back! I'm sure there are a few pups who would like some scratches behind the ears to celebrate too!

I Rescued a Human Today

Something cute to read for everyone who loves a shelter dog...

Her eyes met mine as she walked down the corridor peering apprehensively into the kennels. I felt her need instantly and knew I had to help her. I wagged my tail, not too exuberantly, so she wouldn't be afraid.


As she stopped at my kennel I blocked her view from a little accident I had in the back of my cage. I didn't want her to know that I hadn't been walked today. Sometimes the shelter keepers get too busy and I didn't want her to think poorly of them.

As she read my kennel card I hoped that she wouldn't feel sad about my past. I only have the future to look forward to and want to make a difference in someone's life.

She got down on her knees and made little kissy sounds at me. I shoved my shoulder and side of my head up against the bars to comfort her. Gentle fingertips caressed my neck; she was desperate for companionship.

A tear fell down her cheek and I raised my paw to assure her that all would be well Soon my kennel door opened and her smile was so bright that I instantly jumped into her arms. I would promise to keep her safe. I would promise to always be by her side. I would promise to do everything I could to see that radiant smile and sparkle in her eyes. I was so fortunate that she came down my corridor. So many more are out there who haven't walked the corridors. So many more to be saved. At least I could save one.

I rescued a human today.

Dogs Rule Day!!!

In honor of Dogs Rule Day today, we wanted to share with you 101 ways to celebrate from the Pedigree website. Of course, we'd like to add our own 102nd way to celebrate, which would be bring your dog to All Wags today for a day of play! Do you have other ideas of ways to celebrate? Let us know! DOGS RULE!

101 Ways to Celebrate Dogs Rule^® Day

1. Adopt a dog! What better way to celebrate than with a new best friend. Find a shelter dog here.
2. Give an extra minute of bellyrubs in the morning.
3. Play fetch 'til your arm falls off.
4. Make a donation to The PEDIGREE^® Adoption Drive, your local shelter, or the dog-loving charity of your choice. 
5. Get your dog a gift basket full of snacks and treats.
6. Volunteer at a shelter. Learn more at volunteermatch.com
7. Post Dogs Rule^® Day flyers around your town. You can download them at the Dogs Rule Day website
8. Make a Dogs Rule^® Day card.
9. Donate a bag of PEDIGREE^® Food for Dogs to your local shelter.
10. Hold a dog walk/parade to benefit dogs in your town.
11. Give her the other half of your sandwich. Just this once.
12. No baths. None.
13. If you have a Border Collie, pretend to be a sheep.
14. Get him a new collar.
15. Hire a bus. Allow her to catch it.
16. Film him and make him an internet star.
17. Bark with her at the postman.
18. Go to a new dog park this time.
19. No vacuum cleaning.
20. Take him to work with you.
21. Let him scratch to his heart's delight.
22. Give him his own web site.
23. Ask the cat to be nice, just for the day. (Even though the cat won't listen…)
24. Go for a drive. Or ten.
25. Keep the car windows open. Even if it's raining.
26. Make her a photo album.
27. Take him to visit his friends.
28. Donate some blankets to your local shelter.
29. Get a professional photo taken.
30. Install a doggie door.
31. Take her to the beach.
32. Wash his favorite blanket.
33. One word: bones.
34. Scratch that special place behind her ear.
35. Help him destroy the garden.
36. Sing him a song. Maybe wear a costume.
37. No vets, not today.
38. Post flyers for the local dog shelter.
39. Breakfast in dog-bed.
40. Let him eat at the dinner table.
41. Give up your favorite chair.
42. Buy her a new leash.
43. Let her gnaw your favorite pair of shoes.
44. Organize or support a dog adoption drive.
45. Get a tattoo of him.
46. Give her one treat every hour, all day long.
47. Get her a fire hydrant.
48. Dress up like the postman.
49. Organize a picnic to benefit shelter dogs.
50. Let him win at tug-of-war.
51. Let him hump anything he wants.
52. Print his picture on a T-shirt.
53. No fireworks, please.
54. Go to a shelter and give the dogs some love and attention.
55. Put a little hamburger in his dinner.
56. All the butts he can sniff at the dog park.
57. Tell him a good cat joke.
58. Start or support a local spay/neuter program.
59. Take your dog to a retirement home to share her love.
60. Bring some snacks and treats to your local shelter. You can see them here.
61. Teach him a new trick. Reward heavily.
62. Shiatsu massage for a Shih Tzu.
63. Paint her doghouse.
64. Bury a steak in the backyard.
65. Adopt a new best friend for your best friend.
66. Buy him a swimming pool.
67. Let her dig in the trash a bit.
68. Throw a surprise party. Invite all his friends.
69. Maybe a pool party.
70. Take him for a walk.
71. Take her for a run.
72. Take him for a jog.
73. Eat dinner on the floor with her.
74. Watch a dog movie marathon.
75. Put a picture of her on your keyring.
76. Let him follow his nose, wherever it takes him.
77. Get her a brand new chew toy.
78. Let him run to his heart's content.
79. Make a Dogs Rule^® Day flag and fly it outside your house.
80. Tell everyone you know it's Dogs Rule^® Day.
81. Let him bark all he wants.
82. Fetch your own newspaper.
83. Full couch privileges.
84. Let a good piece of steak fall off the table.
85. Shopping spree at a pet store.
86. Name a star after him.
87. Grab a shovel. Help him dig.
88. Unlimited sniffing, licking and scratching.
89. Belly rubs every hour on the hour.
90. Write a dog blog about him.
91. Find a great patch of dirt for her to roll in.
92. Go to a shelter. Say hello to every dog.
93. Give her swimming lessons.
94. Get him a PEDIGREE^® Jumbone^® Mega Chew. 
95. Let him ride shotgun.
96. Hugs.
97. Walk around on all fours.
98. Take him squirrel chasing.
99. Open up a new can of tennis balls.
100. Spend as much time as you can with her.
101. Promise that from now on, every day is Dogs Rule^® Day.

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The SNIP clinic is NOT today

Just wanted to be sure you all knew... the SNIP clinic for All Wags customers is not today. It was going to be, but they had to reschedule. We're now going to be having a combined clinic for All Wags customers and for the public on Friday, October 22nd. You can still just bring your pup to daycare on that day and we will take it from there. So, just as a re-cap, not today, but in 2 weeks your pup can get their vaccines. Just let us know if you need to make an appointment!

October Issue of the All Wags Newsletter

Need a little light reading for those cool autumn afternoons? Great! The October issue of the All Wags newsletter has been posted to the All Wags home page. There are lots and lots of adoptable dogs in this issue, which is apropos since October is Adopt-a-Dog month. Be sure to read all about Kaleb and Greta, the dogs of the month! There are also many great dog events listed, including quite a few places where you can show off your dog's Halloween costume. For those of you who are going out of town for Thanksgiving and your pup will be staying with us, this month's coupon is just for you. If you have any questions about the newsletter or if there is anything you think we should add, just let us know. We'd love to hear it!

Dog Costumes

It's officially October and not only does that bring the continuation of all great things fall like football and cool weather, apples and pumpkins, it also brings Halloween. And, Halloween brings adorable dog costumes. We know that most pups just kind of tolerate their costumes for their people, but they do seem to make the people so very happy and the photos are always really great. If you are dressing your pup up in a costume, we would absolutely love to see those photos! Shelby's mama, Emily, already shared her great hot dog costume with us. Send us more, send us more! We love them!

Saturday night out with your pup? OK!

Are you looking for something cool and interesting to do tomorrow night that benefits a great cause AND you can take your pup? Hounds4Heroes is having their very first fundraiser tomorrow night at the Dog Bar. It is an Art Auction and many great local artists have donated their art. There are a great variety of pieces that you can bid on and it will be price affordably with bids starting at just $8. Not only can you score a great piece of art, but you get to hang out with your favorite puppy friend. The weather is going to be beautiful this weekend, so the patio of the Dog Bar with a cold beer in your hand bidding on some art to help Hounds4Heroes and getting kisses from your pup is a great way to spend it!