Category: Boston Dogs

Reserve Now for Summer Travel with Dogs

Are you planning on traveling with your dog this summer? If so, you may want to make some reservations now.

Finding accomodations that are great for you and pet friendly takes some work. Many of the places we love the best are booked up quickly.

We have our first trip of the season planned and Poppy is already packed and ready to go. (How do we tell her she is way too early?) It seems that we take more bags for her than for us.

When we travel by car, she is tucked into this travel crate to keep her safe and secure and to keep her from distacting the driver.

If you are traveling by air and hope to tuck your small dog under the seat, you need to reserve that space early as well. Most airlines limit the number of dogs allowed in the cabin.

If your dog is not a good traveler and will need a kennel or a pet sitter, that too should be booked about now if you hope to get your first choice.

Here are a few posts with more resources for traveling with dogs:

Sunday Dogs Ty and Buster Have a Great Adventure with Go Pet Friendly

Hotel Chain Recommendation: Extended Stay America Is Our Friday Link.

Dream Dog Destination (Part One)

Dream Dog Destination (Part Two)

Portland, Maine Getaway

Vacation Rentals: Getting Around "No Pets"

Traveling With Your Dog, Some Favorite Items

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Ed Cherubino

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Reserve Now for Summer Travel with Dogs

Are you planning on traveling with your dog this summer? If so, you may want to make some reservations now.

Finding accomodations that are great for you and pet friendly takes some work. Many of the places we love the best are booked up quickly.

We have our first trip of the season planned and Poppy is already packed and ready to go. (How do we tell her she is way too early?) It seems that we take more bags for her than for us.

When we travel by car, she is tucked into this travel crate to keep her safe and secure and to keep her from distacting the driver.

If you are traveling by air and hope to tuck your small dog under the seat, you need to reserve that space early as well. Most airlines limit the number of dogs allowed in the cabin.

If your dog is not a good traveler and will need a kennel or a pet sitter, that too should be booked about now if you hope to get your first choice.

Here are a few posts with more resources for traveling with dogs:

Sunday Dogs Ty and Buster Have a Great Adventure with Go Pet Friendly

Hotel Chain Recommendation: Extended Stay America Is Our Friday Link.

Dream Dog Destination (Part One)

Dream Dog Destination (Part Two)

Portland, Maine Getaway

Vacation Rentals: Getting Around "No Pets"

Traveling With Your Dog, Some Favorite Items

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Ed Cherubino

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May 4, 2014
Poppy Thinks These Are Big Dogs

How does your dog react when you meet up with Boston's Mounted Park Rangers?

And, what is it about these teams that makes us want to take photos of them every time they cross our paths?

This spring, we've been seeing more mounted patrols on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and we thank the rangers each time they clop by. Poppy hops up on a bench and watches with great interest as the big dogs go by.

The high perch afforded the mounted rangers gives them a long look around the park. And, they are about the best PR tool the Parks Department could have. We see them talking to people, posing for photos, and dealing with those who need to be reminded of park rules.

Thank you to this great asset to the city.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs (and other critters) at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Ed Cherubino

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Poppy Thinks These Are Big Dogs

How does your dog react when you meet up with Boston's Mounted Park Rangers?

And, what is it about these teams that makes us want to take photos of them every time they cross our paths?

This spring, we've been seeing more mounted patrols on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and we thank the rangers each time they clop by. Poppy hops up on a bench and watches with great interest as the big dogs go by.

The high perch afforded the mounted rangers gives them a long look around the park. And, they are about the best PR tool the Parks Department could have. We see them talking to people, posing for photos, and dealing with those who need to be reminded of park rules.

Thank you to this great asset to the city.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs (and other critters) at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Ed Cherubino

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April 27, 2014
Poppy Thinks These Are Big Dogs

How does your dog react when you meet up with Boston's Mounted Park Rangers?

And, what is it about these teams that makes us want to take photos of them every time they cross our paths?

This spring, we've been seeing more mounted patrols on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall and we thank the rangers each time they clop by. Poppy hops up on a bench and watches with great interest as the big dogs go by.

The high perch afforded the mounted rangers gives them a long look around the park. And, they are about the best PR tool the Parks Department could have. We see them talking to people, posing for photos, and dealing with those who need to be reminded of park rules.

Thank you to this great asset to the city.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs (and other critters) at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Ed Cherubino

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April 27, 2014
Nova Is a Frenchie Superstar!

Nova was four months old and obsessed with people and play when we met on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall last week.

We spotted this tiny French Bulldog with obvious spunk and personality heading our way. Our Westie Poppy sat down to wait for an initial meeting with this new neighbor.

Saying hello to Nova reminded us of the very first Frenchie we recall seeing up close. We were with our first Westie Sassy having breakfast at a place called Dotie's. The guys at the next table had an adorable Frenchie and told us all about this lovely breed.

Over the past decade, the breed has mushroomed in popularity and we've had the pleasure of watching quite a few Frenchies grow up and become charming neighbors.

Keep up that charm, Nova! You'll make a lot of friends around Boston.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Penny Cherubino

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Nova Is a Frenchie Superstar!

Nova was four months old and obsessed with people and play when we met on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall last week.

We spotted this tiny French Bulldog with obvious spunk and personality heading our way. Our Westie Poppy sat down to wait for an initial meeting with this new neighbor.

Saying hello to Nova reminded us of the very first Frenchie we recall seeing up close. We were with our first Westie Sassy having breakfast at a place called Dotie's. The guys at the next table had an adorable Frenchie and told us all about this lovely breed.

Over the past decade, the breed has mushroomed in popularity and we've had the pleasure of watching quite a few Frenchies grow up and become charming neighbors.

Keep up that charm, Nova! You'll make a lot of friends around Boston.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Penny Cherubino

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April 20, 2014
Nova Is a Frenchie Superstar!

Nova was four months old and obsessed with people and play when we met on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall last week.

We spotted this tiny French Bulldog with obvious spunk and personality heading our way. Our Westie Poppy sat down to wait for an initial meeting with this new neighbor.

Saying hello to Nova reminded us of the very first Frenchie we recall seeing up close. We were with our first Westie Sassy having breakfast at a place called Dotie's. The guys at the next table had an adorable Frenchie and told us all about this lovely breed.

Over the past decade, the breed has mushroomed in popularity and we've had the pleasure of watching quite a few Frenchies grow up and become charming neighbors.

Keep up that charm, Nova! You'll make a lot of friends around Boston.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny & Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Penny Cherubino

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April 20, 2014
Saluting Public Safety Dogs

During the next couple of weeks, we will see more of the area's public safety dogs in action. We'd like to dedicate this week's Sunday Dog feature to all of these canines and their human partners.

This beauty is one of the officers of the Massachusetts State Police Force in a photo from their Facebook Page. While at ease in this photo, these dogs are very serious when they are on the job.

Tips for Interacting with Public Safety Dogs

First and foremost, understand that this is not a pet and that the dog and the handler may have important tasks to perform. Even if it looks like they are just standing around, don’t distract them.

Should the handler acknowledge you, don’t approach without specific permission.

Never approach a K-9 team from the rear. Make a wide circle around them, stay calm and relaxed, and don’t make any quick movements. These dogs are protective of their partners.

You should not touch or offer a treat to a working K-9 without specific permission from his or her teammate.

Always follow the handler’s instructions. These teams are there to protect you and others and to keep the situation under control. They may have information that you lack, so show respect and do as the officer asks.

These teams will be on duty trying to keep Boston safe during this busy spring event season. Let's hope no one makes more work for them.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: Courtesy of Massachusetts State Police

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Saluting Public Safety Dogs

During the next couple of weeks, we will see more of the area's public safety dogs in action. We'd like to dedicate this week's Sunday Dog feature to all of these canines and their human partners.

This beauty is one of the officers of the Massachusetts State Police Force in a photo from their Facebook Page. While at ease in this photo, these dogs are very serious when they are on the job.

Tips for Interacting with Public Safety Dogs

First and foremost, understand that this is not a pet and that the dog and the handler may have important tasks to perform. Even if it looks like they are just standing around, don’t distract them.

Should the handler acknowledge you, don’t approach without specific permission.

Never approach a K-9 team from the rear. Make a wide circle around them, stay calm and relaxed, and don’t make any quick movements. These dogs are protective of their partners.

You should not touch or offer a treat to a working K-9 without specific permission from his or her teammate.

Always follow the handler’s instructions. These teams are there to protect you and others and to keep the situation under control. They may have information that you lack, so show respect and do as the officer asks.

These teams will be on duty trying to keep Boston safe during this busy spring event season. Let's hope no one makes more work for them.

Get to know all of our Sunday Dogs at Boston Dogs.

Thanks to everyone who Hops over to Amazon from here to do their shopping. We appreciate your support.

Details:
Words: Penny Cherubino
Photography: Courtesy of Massachusetts State Police

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