A reminder to treat your dogs right

Another great dog story forwarded to our inbox. Gypsy the pooch pound rescued her elderly neighbour. Made us all feel warm and fuzzy.

A dog that was itself rescued from the pound is being hailed a hero after coming to the aid of an elderly woman on the New South Wales north coast.

The Kyogle woman, known only as Meg, had broken her hip after falling and was lying helpless outside her home.

Gypsy, the staffie-cattle dog cross, went to investigate and took home one of Meg's slippers.

Her owner, Roger, discovered the situation when he went to return the slipper.

"You don't give animals credit - they obviously don't think like we do - but she worked this one out, that somebody needed help and this was the only way she could tell us how, by pinching a fluffy slipper," Roger said.

Meg was rushed to hospital and had to undergo surgery.

She spent the next seven weeks recovering in hospital and it was only this week she could finally say thank you to Gypsy.

"I had some lamb shanks and I said I'd wrap them up in a big bow and when we all got together again, which we did last Friday... and Roger gave her one of the shanks, she didn't eat it, she just took off to take it home to show Marian and waited for Roger to come and away they went, and I'm in tears by that stage," Meg said.

"I suppose it was such a happiness for me to know that she found me and it was just good to see her again.

"We all hope for those sorts of things to happen but there's a lesson there, to be kind to your neighbours' dog and to treat them right and to treat your own dogs correctly."

What great words of wisdom.

Original story from here.

Dogs feel like dancing!

Move over Doga - the new doggie trend is dancing!

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A group of Tasmanian dog-lovers is taking its first tentative steps in the art of dog dancing.

Official dog dancing competitions began in Australia last year, combining tricks and movement choreographed to music.

An interstate instructor has just finished the state's first dance classes at the Glenorchy showgrounds, in Hobart's northern suburbs.

Sue Cordwell says the discipline incorporates rhythm, teamwork and fun.

"Probably the basics of freestyle dog dancing is the leg weaving, the left-hand spin, the right-hand spin, the backing up," Ms Cordwell said.

Tasmanian dog lovers say the sport is growing in popularity.

Barb Duke from the Border Collie Club of Tasmania says the discipline is terrific for busy, intelligent - and hungry - dogs like border collies.

"The people love the music, and we truly believe that the dogs actually can feel the rhythm as well.

"They like the fact that the humans are relaxed and working with the rhythm, and they just love doings lots of tricks, and of course they get rewarded very well for doing it," she said.

Ms Duke says competing dogs are not allowed to wear costumes; fancy scarves or collars are the limit.

"Yeah, a bit of bling is good," she said, "but not too over the top, because there has to still be dignity for the dog."

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Fun Dog Pictures

We're a bit in love with this website. Some of the dog photos with captions are hilarious! If you've got a funny photo of your dog upload it to our facebook page - or shoot it over to us on email - shop@barkavenue.com.au - and we'll put it up for all to see!

Boredom Buster Dog Toys at Bark Avenue

Dog bored inside the house when it's too cold to go out?

You need something to keep them busy and their mind active.
The Hide a bee plush toy will keep your dog occupied, help to eliminate boredom, and also develop their intelligence and puzzle solving skills. Simply hide the soft plush bees inside the plush hive for your dog to remove over and over again.Great bonding fun for you and your dog!


Treats that take a while to eat are another good way to keep dogs busy. Something like a pigs ear or our most popular treat the meaty twist. At only $2 it's a great way to keep your dog out of mischief and clean their teeth at the same time.Drop past the store to check out all the fun things on offer to keep your dog busy in this cold weather!

Dog Rain Coats at Bark Avenue Brighton now in Pink!

Our ever popular dog rain coats have been a hit for the past few years. Polar fleece lined, water proof outer, velcro adjustable straps and a reflective safety strap. They come in red, blue and now Pink! Stop by the store to have your dog fitted for free. Or check them out online here and use the size chart to make sure you get a snug fit.

Dogs do feel the cold. Especially older dogs - being warm makes conditions like arthritis feel much better. Make sure you're dog has somewhere warm and dry to sleep at night and shelter during the day from the wind and rain.

Check out the winter store online for more toasty ideas!

Paris Hiltons Mini Dog Mansion

We've seen some pretty over the top pet parents in our time, but Paris Hilton still blows our mind! Although I know our dogs would sure love a dog house like this!

The heiress uploaded photos of her “Mini Doggie Mansion” on her Twitter page . The luxurious canine accommodation — which is home to her dogs — is a replica of the heiress’ own Beverly Hills home and sports a price tag of $350,000.

The two-story luxury pad is air-conditioned and features a spiral staircase, overlooks the socialite’s swimming pool

. Paris has even furnished the dog mansion with a closet for the animals’ designer outfits and a chandelier.

“I have to admit, I may have spoiled them a little too much,” Paris wrote in a Tweet. “But how can I not? Just look at those sweet lil’ faces, they deserve to be treated like my lil’ prince and princesses :) I love my babies.”

They look like some happy little dogs!

Music for the dogs

Did you know that dogs can hear things that humans can't? In Sydney this month there will be a special concert that only dogs can hear.

WILL they play Bach? Or Offenbach? What about something by the Pet Shop Boys?

New Yorkers Laurie Anderson and Lou Reed will outdo Spencer Tunick's naked photo shoot by staging one of the strangest events to be seen at the Opera House as part of their Vivid Live festival next month.

Music for Dogs - a high-frequency concert that aims to captivate canines while being inaudible to their owners - takes over the northern boardwalk on June 5.

How will humans know if anything is being played? "You can just about hear it sometimes," Anderson said. "And you look at it on the meters and you see what it's doing. And your dog's ears will be twitching."

Wonder if we'll get one in Adelaide?

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