Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix at The Ridgefield Playhouse
Johnny Peers and the Muttville Comix, a canine comedy troupe, are back in an annual sell-out family event at The Ridgefield Playhouse on Saturday, January 16, 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Each of his 15 dogs have been rescued by Peers, who proves the old adage "you can't teach old dogs new tricks" to be wrong! From jumping rope to climbing ladders, to knocking Johnny down - these dogs can do it all. More
Dec 9, 2009 - 5:27 AM
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Live reindeer come to Greenwich Downtown Business District
First Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival & Santa’s Workshop
Santa and his reindeer are coming to town. Come see Dasher, Dancer, Prancer, Comet, Donner and Blitzen, LIVE, with Santa at McArdle’s Florist & Garden Center, 48 Arch Street, in Greenwich at the First Annual Greenwich Reindeer Festival and Santa’s Workshop to benefit Kids in Crisis, starting Friday afternoon, November 27 through Christmas Eve, December 24, 2009. The event promises to be a magical moment that children and families will cherish forever as they have their holiday photo taken with some of the only reindeer in Connecticut. More
Nov 13, 2009 - 1:58 PM
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Adopt-A-Dog hosts 22nd annual Puttin’ On the Dog show and festival
Full Day of Just-For-Fun Dog Show, Dogs and Cats for Adoption and Family Entertainment
Adopt-A-Dog, a non-profit rescue, shelter and adoption organization dedicated to finding permanent homes for adoptable dogs and cats, proudly announces its 22nd annual Puttin’ On the Dog show and festival. The event takes place from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 18 at the Roger Sherman Baldwin Park in Greenwich, Conn. (Exit 3 off I-95). More
Oct 5, 2009 - 1:27 PM
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Pet Fashion Week NY going to Brazil
In a continuing effort to create new and innovative opportunities within the global pet market, the producers of Pet Fashion Week NY are pleased to announce that they are leading the way once again. In April 2010 Pet Fashion Week NY along with Aktuell Communications, will be hosting a first of its kind pet industry trade event in Sao Paulo City. More
Oct 2, 2009 - 8:29 AM
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Doug The Dog Man moves the Dog house in Stamford
Doug The Dog Man’s doggie day care is moving to a new location in Stamford. 36 Pulaski Street will be the new home of local business Doug The Dog Man. The doggie day care has serviced the Stamford-Greenwich area for the past 12 years and will continue their quality services at this new facility. More
Sep 30, 2009 - 2:58 AM
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Governor Rell: State beefing up transit security with 5 new canine-trooper teams
$1.9 Million Federal Grant To Fund Bomb-Sniffing Canine Patrols
Gov. M. Jodi Rell today announced the state has received a $1.9 million federal grant to add five specialized state police dog patrols for transit security – primarily along the commuter rail line. The bomb-sniffing dogs will also be used at Connecticut Transit bus facilities at ports and airports. More
Sep 22, 2009 - 5:57 PM
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Union Savings Bank lends a paw to ROAR’s Benefit Dog Walk
The dogs and cats of The Ridgefield Operation for Animal Rescue (ROAR) Donofrio Family Animal Shelter will wag and purr their appreciation for animal lovers who participate in the organization’s 2009 Paws for the Cause 2009 ROAR Dog Walk on October 4. More
Sep 21, 2009 - 3:59 AM
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Five important points to consider (and understand) before (and after) getting a dog
They are our best friends. They are always there when we need them. They give all their love and loyalty, play around and bring joy to their owners’ lives. Yet, as tempting as it may sound, befriending a dog for a personal companion is not for everyone and it should be done only after careful consideration, both for yours and the dog’s sake. Here are five important points that every dog owner-to-be should review and understand before heading to the nearest pet store, shelter or professional breeder and finding their future best friend. More
Sep 14, 2009 - 6:13 PM
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Only three weeks left for Pet Stars 2009 entries
Only a little over three weeks are left to nominate your pet for the Pet Stars 2009 issues edition. The third annual celebration of our pets will be published in the Fall 2009 issues of Stamford Plus and Norwalk Plus magazines that will also feature articles and resources for the local pet lovers and their best friends. More
Jul 18, 2009 - 4:46 PM
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Juno (K9 heroes)
The Ween's had been on the adoption list for several years. When it was determined that Juno was not suitable to become a guide dog, and would be released from the guide dog program, Guiding Eyes for the Blind knew that her extraordinary intelligence and nurturing temperament would be a perfect match for this family. More
Jul 17, 2009 - 5:58 PM
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