Dog Mom's Mother's Day Guide

Celebrate the Dog Mom in your life on May 11th because Dog Mom's are some of the best around!

Ever wonder what pets love the most about their Dog Mom's? Polka Dot Pups very own doggie correspondent Vixen did a puppy poll for the results.

Dog Moms.....
1. Feed our bellies with the very best din din
2. Are the queens of cuddles
3. Can't resist giving treats or purchasing cute pet toys
4. Turn all the heads at the dog park
5. Love going on dog friendly adventures
6. Always provide the latest gossip in our dog talks
7. Can never stay mad no matter what
8. Always have endless amounts of kisses
9. Make great pillows
10. Love us unconditionally

So cheers to all the amazing dog mom's out there!

See more of my Dog Mom's Mother's Day Guide list at ThisNext.

PETS IN THE NEWS - Dog and Sheep Unlikely Pair

They say opposites attract! This unlikely duo have been hitting headlines all around town and I just can't get enough.

Maggie the dog and Daisy the sheep took their relationship on the road and were spotted wandering near a freeway off-ramp in Granada Hills CA where a kindhearted passer by stopped and gave them a lift. The twosome have now been reunited with their owners and their heart warming tale has touched the hearts of animal lovers everywhere. Hey Animal Planet, how about a Maggie and Daisy reality series??




To check out more about this unlikely duo, check out the Dailynews.com

America's Family Pet Expo Makes a Splash in the OC

Looking to beat the heat this weekend (newscasters are calling for mid to high 90's in So. Cal)? Try heading down to Costa Mesa for America's Family Pet Expo. Come join pet lovers from all over and check out tons of product booths featuring what's new in pet products for 2008 along with pet entertainment like Gibson, the worlds tallest dog and Splash Dogs (just to name a few of Polka Dot Pups favorites).

Only drawback to the event, you are not allowed to bring your pets but with all the goodies you are sure to find and bring home, I'm sure Fido won't mind.

HOURS: Friday(10AM-6PM), Saturday (10AM-7PM), Sunday (10AM-6PM)

LOCATION: OC Fair & Event Center, 88 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

PRICING: General Admission - $12.00 (get a $2 discount at www.PetExpoOC.com), Seniors 60 & over - $10.00, Children 6-12 - $6.00, 5 yrs. and under - Free!


Not located in California? No worries, America's Family Pet Expo will be heading to Southwest Michigan in Fall 2008.

For more info on the Pet Expo, check out the following helpful sites -

PetExpoOC.com

WWPIA.com

The Doggie Name Game

Ever wonder what's in a name? Well, Veterinary Pet Insurance has released it's findings for the top male and female dog names. Calculated from the names of insured dogs in their database, the top names have determined one major thing. Gone are the days of "Fluffy" and "Beauford", 2008 is all about dogs of the human kind (or at least their names).

In today's world, pets are becoming more and more a part of the family. And why not, pets offer companionship and comfort that most of us look for in this crazy world. The big question is, does this new role effect how you name your new furry friend? Check out the top doggie names to see if your pet name made the list.

For a fun quiz, make a list of the number of dogs you know that have these names and send your stats to Polkadotpupblog@aol.com. We will blog the results to see what names stand supreme with the Polka Dot Pup viewers.

Top Female Dog Names
1. Bella
2. Molly
3. Lucy
4. Maggie
5. Daisy
6. Sophie
7. Sadie
8. Chloe
9. Bailey
10. Lola

Top Male Dog Names
1. Max
2. Buddy
3. Rocky
4. Bailey
5. Jake
6. Charlie
7. Jack
8. Toby
9. Cody
10. Buster


Want to learn more about the new evolution in dog names? Check out the USA Today article Names for dogs miss the Spot

The Easter Puppy

HAPPY EASTER!

The Easter Bunny has arrived at the Polka Dot Pup digs. Check out some of the Easter-inspired gifts he left behind.



See more of my The Easter Puppy list at ThisNext.

Irish Dog Breeds 101

The day of green is upon us. Time to celebrate St. Patrick by decking ourselves out in green attire (to keep from getting pinched of course!) and gathering with friends at the local pub for a pint or two.

There are many things that I love about St. Patrick's Day and Ireland in general. The tales of leprechauns and the dream of finding that big pot of gold, delicious dishes passed down from generation to generation like corn beef hash and cabbage (yum!), lovely lucky clovers and of course who can forget all of the amazing varieties of canines that come from this land of rolling green hills.

Below is a quick reference guide to some of Ireland's finest breeds -

Irish Terrier
Irish Setter
Irish Red and White Setter
Irish Wolfhound
Irish Water Spaniel
Irish Glen of Imaal Terrier
Kerry Blue Terrier
Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier
Kerry Beagle


For more information on the dog breeds listed above (history / characteristics / breeder information), please check out the following sites -

AKC.org, The American Kennel Club Celebrates These Irish Dog Breeds

Petplace.com, Irish Dog Breeds

St. Patrick's Day Pets

Let your pet go green this St. Patty's Day!

Polka Dot Pup has searched high and low and located some lucky charms. From clover collars to shamrock treats, your pup will be feeling the luck of the Irish all year long.

Know of a great green product that we left off the list? Drop us a bone at polkadotpupblog@aol.com.

See more of my St. Patrick's Day Pets list at ThisNext.