Monday's Funny Video of the Week! Funny Pugs Dance Routine!

These Pugs really know how to work it!  Watch this funny video of pugs dancing- it should put a smile on your face. 

Fundraiser for Outreach for Pets In Need (OPIN)

A great fundraising event happening in December!

When: Friday, Dec. 4th 7pm - 11pm (Click Here for more Info - Flyer!)

Where: Steed Salon, 48 Greenwich Ave., 2nd Floor, Greenwich, CT

Tickets: $100 donation

Activities: Delectable Hors D'Oeuvres and Drinks, Fantastic Raffle Prizes, Fabulous Goody Bags Special Guest Speaker: Jane Hoffman - President of the Mayor's Alliance for NYC's Animals

Visit http://www.opinpets.org/ for more details. 

Wild Animal Wednesday's! This Week- Orangutan and Dog Become Friends!

This is an adorable story of friendship between a dog and an orangutan!

Have Your Dog Trained While He is Boarded!

Take advantage of the Best Friends Board & Train Package this Holiday! 

While your pet boards, they will recieve a one on one session each day, personalized to meet the needs of you and your pet.  Our program provides your dog with a setting in which he or she can focus on learningnecessary obedience skills.  The training is often highly effective when a problem arises in the canine/human relationship.

Packages start at $600 per week or $1100 for two weeks.  Consultations are by appointment.  Price includes the boarding as well as one exit lesson. 

Other dog training options are available.  Call 203-849-1010 for more information. 

Monday's Funny Video of the Week! Kitten vs Police Officer :)

 Watch what this silly kitten does when a Police Officer tries writing someone a speeding ticket!  Very cute. 

Labs 4 Rescue Adoption Event December 5th!

Join us for an Adoption Event with Labs 4 Rescue on December 5th!  Several Labs from Labs 4 Rescue will be onsite looking for loving homes. 

The event will take place in Norwalk here at Best Friends Pet Care between 12pm- 3pm. 

New Daycamper Announcement! Welcome "Bunker" to Big Dog Camp!!!

Bunker is a nine month old Bull Mastiff- but you would never know that he was a puppy just from looking at him.  Although he seems rough and tough from his appearance he is really just a big sweetie pie who loves to cuddle and play.  So far he is fitting in quite well with the other campers, and we are very happy to see his smiling face every day!!!!  Welcome to Camp Bunker!! 

November is Adopt a Senior Pet Month so ADOPT CEASAR!!

My name is Ceasar. It appears that there was a Roman Emperor a long time ago named Ceasar but I am much more friendly and approachable than that old guy! I have been told that I am a 6 year old, 85 pound Labrador Retriever but quite honestly I feel that age and weight are simply numbers. I will however own up to being a Labrador Retriever since I’ve found that most ladies love a blonde haired, brown eyed guy. Just ask any of the wonderful women at PAWS who have fallen for me!

I came to PAWS on November 2, 2009 when I was very, very ill. My owner at the time didn’t know why I couldn’t hold down food and water and unfortunately he didn’t have the money to take me to the doctor. Thankfully, he got in touch with PAWS and shortly thereafter I was whisked off to the Vet for emergency surgery. Boy was I thankful for that! The Doctor said I had a big rock in my belly that didn’t want to come out on its own and it looks like that rock has given me some scar tissue in my tummy. Because of that, I’ll have to eat a pretty bland diet from now on; but honestly, I’m just so thankful that I have a second chance!

So now I’m at PAWS in a recovery room where I have really nice people to look after me, but I sure would like a cozy home to call my own. Picture me lying beside a fireplace on a fluffy bed or next to your feet keeping your toes warm. Picture my head laying in your lap and my big brown eyes shining up at you. Picture me walking beside you enjoying the fresh air. Picture me being your very best friend.

By all accounts (and I’ll try to remain as modest as I can) I’m a great addition to any family. I’m great with people and kids. I love meeting new animals as well! I am friendly and love to give wet kisses. I’ll even roll over and let you rub my belly for hours (I hear that I may need to lose a little weight but that doesn’t mean you need to cut back on the belly rubs)!

I’m glad you stopped by to read my bio. I hope that maybe you’d even get a chance to meet me and take me home! Please consider me, I’d love you forever!

Wild Animal Wednesday's! This Week- CT Partners in Regional New England Cottontail Initiative

Connecticut is participating in the Regional New England Cottontail Initiative to restore 1200 acres of New England Cottontail habitat.  Connecticut is partnering with the Wildlife Agencies from New Hampshire, Massachusetts, New York and Maine.  Some of the restoration strategy includes activities like reclaiming old field sites, control of non-native plants, and clearing forested areas to encourage regeneration of smaller plants (providing dense thicket) required by the Cottontail.  These activities will also benefit many other local species.  Connecticut is hoping to restore 150 acres of Cottontail habitat on state- owned properties.

According to the New England Cottontail Project Team "The New England cottontail is considered a species of greatest conservation need and it is the only cottontail rabbit native to Connecticut.  It is medium sized with a brown or buff colored coat." A petition to list the Cottontail as threatened or endangered was filed in 2008.  The New England Cottontail Initiative will take place over the next three years.  To read more about this visit the DEP website or check out Connecticut Wildlife Magazine.

Holiday Photos Flyer- Santa Paws is Comin to Town!!

Holiday Pet Photos at Best Friends! And Our Small Dog Holiday Meetup!

Join us December 12th for Holiday Fun! 

We will be having a Small Dog Holiday Meet Up Party from 11am-1pm.

 Join our Small Dog Meet Up Group- follow this link

 http://www.meetup.com/norwalksmalldogs/

We will also be having Holiday Photos!

Greengirlz will be here to do holiday photos again this year!

The girls will be here from 10am till 4pm !

Holiday Photo Days

$25 for one 8x10 or two 5x7's

*$5 additional for 3 or more pets or backdrop change

Printed while you wait or you can order holiday cards!

20% of the proceeds go to the CT Humane Society

For more information call Best Friends Pet Care in Norwalk at 203-849-1010!

Monday's Funny Video Of the Week! This Week- Cute Kitten Falling Asleep :)

This video will put a smile on your face if nothing else. Watch this adorable kitten falling asleep- so so cute!! 

Stew Leonards Cow Cam!

Stew Leonards right here in Norwalk takes pride in their dairy- they even call themselves the "World's Largest Dairy Store".  Believe it or not they actually have a cow cam where you can watch their dairy cows throughout the day!  Click Here to view the Stew Leonards Cow Cam! 

Fairfield County CT Dog Parks! Spencer's Run/ Waveny Park - New Canaan

Waveny Park Dog Park in New Canaan also known as Spencer's Run is a great dog park.  It is completely fenced in and the entrance has double doors, so it is very safe especially for those sneaky canines.  The park itself is huge and there is a ton of land.  The fenced in dog area is also very large.  There is bench seating for us humans, and there are a few trees mixed in which provide shade in the spring and summer.  Since dogs are able to roam free off leash in this dog park- it is a must that your dog is well behaved in a social setting.  It is also a must that your pet is up to date on his/her vaccinations.  I definitely reccomend this dog park- its a great place to let your dog run and play!  Spencer's Run at Waveny Park is located at 677 South Avenue,  New Canaan, CT 06840.  Please visit the Spencer's Run website to view the park rules before venturing out. 

Wild Animal Wednesday's! This Week- Maritime Aquarium Behind the Scenes Tour!!

The Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk is offering backstage tours this Fall and Winter!  Don't miss your chance to see the ins and outs of life behind the scenes at our favorite local aquarium.  On these tours which only take place November 28th, December 27th and December 29th, you will get a chance to help feed the sharks and the sting rays!  Your tour guide will take you to the top of the Open Ocean Exhibit where you can look down on all of the sharks- and even toss them some grub!

For more information on the Martime Aquarium's Behind the Scenes Tour please visit their website.  Tours begin at 8:15 a.m. For reservations, call The Maritime Aquarium at 203-852-0700, ext. 2206. Space is limited.

Monday's Funny Video Of the Week! This Week- Silly Dog Attacks Himself!

Easy there killer! This dog is so protective of his bone, he attacks his own foot! This is so funny it made me laugh out loud!!

November Campers of the Month! Cayleigh and Dutch!

Our big camper of the month is Cayleigh!  She is a 2 1/2 year old Golden Retriever that has been coming to Doggy Day Camp at Best Friends since she was a puppy. She is a favorite among all of our camp councelers and other doggy campers too. Cayleigh likes to spend her time at Best Friends climbing on the jungle gyms! She loves attention and never misses stopping at the desk for a cookie on her way home.

Dutch is our little camper of the month.  He is a 1 ½ year old Cavalier King Charles spaniel that has been attending our camp since the beginning of the summer. He has a ton of energy and never wants to stop playing fetch!  He keeps all of our campers on their paws through out the day!

New Training Classes Starting! Basic Manners Obedience

Julie Zbriger

Basic Manners

Starting November 15th

Sunday Mornings 11:30-12:30pm

7 weeks long for $150

Train your dog in a real life situation! By the end of the course many dogs have mastered basic commands such as sit, down, come, stay, watch, leave it, settle and loose leash walking. This class also covers common problem areas such as potty training, chewing, biting and digging. Consistent training at home will reinforce the skills they have learned in class.

Wild Animal Wednesday! (Belated) This Week- Christian the Lion

If you haven't seen this story before, it is a must!!  It is a truly heartwarming story about a Lion, Christian,  released into the wild.  Enjoy!

Best Friends Halloween!

Happy Halloween from Best Friends in Norwalk!!  Check out our canine friends looking adorable in their costumes!

 

Make your Thanksgiving boarding reservations today.  Online reservations are available for current customers, just visit https://reservations.bestfriendspetcare.com/Login.aspx.  For new customers please call us at 203-849-1010, and remember- all first time guests get the first night free!

Monday's Funny Video of the Week! This Week- Cats & Halloween

This video is very silly and should make you smile.  Watch and see these two brave cats Casey and Sassy take on Halloween!