POLKA DOT PRODUCT PICK - Ashley & Co. Designer Jewelry for Pet Lovers

Ashley & Co. Designer Jewelry for Pet Lovers
Product Review by Becca Plummer


At Polka Dot Pup, our objective is to scan the Internet for anything and everything pet. One of our toughest challenges is locating quality products perfect for every pet lover. Lucky for us we sniffed out Ashley & Co. whose designer jewelry proves to be top breed.

Wrapped in a small black box with paw ribbon accent, Vixen and I unwrapped a Sterling Silver Pet Collar Charm and matching Paw Print Tag Bracelet from the Ashley & Co. Amanda Collection. Vixen, whom many may call a tomboy dog, was delighted to be dolled up with a little bit of collar bling. The 5/8 inch large pet collar charm was the perfect size for a larger dog and the teardrop lobster clasp allowed for easy attachment to her collar. I was equally excited about the matching Paw Print Bracelet. The cable chain bracelet with charm was light weight and offers a simplistic design that allows you to wear the piece as an accessory to almost any outfit. The jewelry duo is a huge hit when Vixen and I hit the dog park, a definite great gift idea for any pet lover or pet in the family.

Ashley & Co. designer Vanessa Wensing is a veterinarian turned jewelry designer who designs her jewelry collections after animals that have touched her life and the lives of people around her. Her designs have a simple, elegant flare and are crafted from precious metals. One of the greatest gifts of purchasing one of the Ashley & Co. pieces is a portion of the proceeds will go towards benefiting nonprofits supporting animals in need.


To learn more about Ashley & Co. Jewelry, please visit www.ashleyandco.com

Pets On The Tube - Rescue Dog Rock

Two little pups named LuLu and Lolly are making a lot of noise but in a good way with their world's first doggy rock music video! Created to call attention to the amazing work the Animal Rescue New Orleans (ARNO) has been doing to reunite pets and humans after the devastating Hurricane Katrina, it's a sure hit with all the dogs out there (and humans like it too!)

To learn more about LuLu and Lolly, visit luluandlolly.com

POLKA DOT PUP OF THE MONTH - August 2008

Bailey
Breed: Golden Retriever
Location: Simi Valley, California
Age: 9 years old
Bailey loves the summer family trips to Tahoe, CA. Her favorite past time, standing guard on the beaches keeping an eye out for pets who are breaking the law.


If you would like your pet to be Polka Dot Pup of the Month, please send an email with a picture of your pet and a short description about what they love and any funny facts to polkadotpupblog@aol.com. The winner will appear in a posting on Polka Dot Pup, the everything dog blog!

Happy Hour Gone to the Dogs

Alright all you party animals, how about an event that blends cocktails with Cocker Spaniels? Instead of leaving your pup at home, have them tag along for a new trend in pet/owner socializing called Doggie Happy Hour.

Hotel Monaco Alexandria in historic Old Town Alexandria, VA offers pet lovers the oppurtunity to enjoy a drink and chat with other dog owners in the area. While owners get a chance to enjoy delicous drinks, the pets are welcome to complimentary gourmet doggie snacks and plenty of fresh water bowls.

To learn more about Hotel Monaco Alexandria's World Famous Doggie Happy Hour, visit www.doggiehappyhour.com. If you are heading to the DC area, check out Hotel Monaco Alexandria for dog friendly room rates.

Not in the Washington DC area? Create your own Doggie Happy Hour at home with these great products.

See more of my Dog's Guide to Wine and Dine list at ThisNext.

Ah Chee Wawa! Chihuahua Fever Hits Hollywood

Ah Chee Wawa!

These little dogs have come a long way from first hitting it big as the famous face for Taco Bell. Since than these pups have been stealing the hearts of animal lovers everywhere with their tini tiny features and large personalities.

On October 3, 2008, these pocket pooches will be taking the next big step towards worldwide dog domination with the Disney film Beverly Hills Chihuahua. With names like Drew Barrymore, Andy Garcia and George Lopez lending their vocals to these part animal part digitally generated pups, this film is sure to bring in packs of pup loving fans.

I am on the ropes regarding the storyline. This film does not follow the life of a normal house pet, instead you tag along with Chloe who is a pampered Chihuahua from Beverly Hills who somehow finds herself in the mean streets of Mexico.

Is it believable? I live an hour away from Hollywood and while it's not far from the truth (I have witnessed dressed up pups being rolled down the streets in strollers), the film definitely will appeal to Disney's younger viewers.

Click Beverly Hills Chihuahua to check out more about the film.

Pets On The Tube - Greatest American Dog

Barking mad could be the description for some of the cast on the new reality pet show Greatest American Dog. I caught my first glimpse of the pup friendly show that features dog and owner teams living and competing together in the chance to win a $250,000 cash prize and the title of GREATEST AMERICAN DOG.

The competitions maybe a little wacky (does passing an agility test really make your pet the Greatest American Dog and having an actual dog house the owners have to stay in?) but the full of personality pets leave you wanting more. A few personal favorites right off the bat, Tillman the Bulldog from Oxnard CA and Elvis the Russell Terrier from New York City.

To check out Greatest American Dog, tune into CBS on Thursdays, 8pm et/pt or visit their website at CBS.com. You can also meet the dogs at Dogster.com.

Do you love the show, have a team you are pulling for? We would love to hear about it! Send us your feedback at polkadotpupblog@aol.com.

Pups and Their Celeb Look-a-Likes

Every think your pet reminds you of someone or have you ever heard the phrase "pets look like their owners"? The pet loving people at petside.com put together a compelling list of pups and their celeb look-a-likes. The really cool thing is the pup pics are all from fans of the site. So, if you think your pet is the dog version of Britney Spears you can send in a picture and have it added to their slide show.

What do you think?
Here at Polka Dot Pup, our puppy correspondent Vixen has been linked with a number of look-a-like celebs. Tell us who you think her celeb look-a-like is and we will post the best match!



To check out the full list of Pet Celebrity Look-a-Likes, visit petside.com