Tag: Boston dogs

Sunday Dog – Watching Natty Grow!

Sunday Dog Natty is a happy, energetic puppy who’s already 7 months old. It’s been a lot of fun watching Natty grow from that lanky little guy we first met a few months ago to looking more like the full grown Tibetan Terrier he’ll soon become.

Named after the Natty Bumppo character in author James Fenimore Cooper’s, Leatherstocking Tales, our Natty certainly looks as if he could blaze a trail with the best of them.

While we’re not exactly certain what this rascal was whispering in Poppy’s ear (sweet nothings come to mind), she does seem to be playing hard-to-get. Perhaps Natty is attracted to older women.

What we do know is that this sweet, fun-loving, pooch loves to play and is always ready for a pat or two. You are definitely irresistible, Natty. See ya soon!

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

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

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

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

August 3, 2014
Sunday Dog – Watching Natty Grow!

Sunday Dog Natty is a happy, energetic puppy who’s already 7 months old. It’s been a lot of fun watching Natty grow from that lanky little guy we first met a few months ago to looking more like the full grown Tibetan Terrier he’ll soon become.

Named after the Natty Bumppo character in author James Fenimore Cooper’s, Leatherstocking Tales, our Natty certainly looks as if he could blaze a trail with the best of them.

While we’re not exactly certain what this rascal was whispering in Poppy’s ear (sweet nothings come to mind), she does seem to be playing hard-to-get. Perhaps Natty is attracted to older women.

What we do know is that this sweet, fun-loving, pooch loves to play and is always ready for a pat or two. You are definitely irresistible, Natty. See ya soon!

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

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

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

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

August 3, 2014
Give Your Sunday Dog a Drink on a Hot Summer Walk

Who knew we would be avoiding hot walks with a young dog? Poppy may be just two, but she does not like the heat and would prefer sitting on a bench sipping water to walking, when it’s above 75 degrees.

On hot days, we try to get out earlier and choose the shady side of the street and the canopy of trees on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall for our exercise.

We carry water on our walks most of the year because Poppy loves to jump up on a bench for a rest and a nice cool drink. Like Maggie Mae before her, Penny swears Poppy has a look she gives us when she wants a drink. And, like most dogs, she is a drippy drinker.

There are lots of products designed for dogs to drink from when you’re out and about.

Here are a few of our favorites.

We love our H2O4K9, Dog Water Bottle and Travel Bowl. You can clip it to your belt and the cap becomes a drinking container. Ed carries it in a Mesh Water Bottle Carrier that we’ve had for ages.

Penny keeps a Silicone Pop-Up Water Bowl in her backpack so we always have a way to share water with a thirsty dog. You can see Poppy drinking from her Pop-up in the photo below.

You can use a plastic bag

If you came out without a special water dish for your dog, you can use a plastic bag. Just slide your hand inside, cup your hand, and pour in some water. It won’t leak the way your hand does without the bag, and you won’t waste water as you would if you let your pup drink from a bottle.

In Boston, we all have to carry extra plastic bags because you must have one to show to an official if they ask about it. Here’s a link to the city rules and regulations for dogs.

You are not only required to pick up after your dog, but you are also required to have something with you to pick up after a dog if you are out with one. The site says,

“When walking your dog, the law necessitates you to be prepared for such occurrences and be equipped with a bag or some other means of feces removal. After it is removed, it is important to dispose of the feces properly, either in a toilet or in a trash container (after being secured in a plastic bag).”

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, edited for BostonZest from her CIty Paws Newspaper Column.
Photography: 2008-2014 Penny & Ed Cherubino

Related articles

Poppy Says, “Thank You!”

Meet the Leonberger

Poppy’s Provincetown Report

Warning Signs of Cancer in Dogs and Cats with Lion the Cat

Reserve Now for Summer Travel with Dogs

July 27, 2014
Give Your Sunday Dog a Drink on a Hot Summer Walk

Who knew we would be avoiding hot walks with a young dog? Poppy may be just two, but she does not like the heat and would prefer sitting on a bench sipping water to walking, when it’s above 75 degrees.

On hot days, we try to get out earlier and choose the shady side of the street and the canopy of trees on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall for our exercise.

We carry water on our walks most of the year because Poppy loves to jump up on a bench for a rest and a nice cool drink. Like Maggie Mae before her, Penny swears Poppy has a look she gives us when she wants a drink. And, like most dogs, she is a drippy drinker.

There are lots of products designed for dogs to drink from when you’re out and about.

Here are a few of our favorites.

We love our H2O4K9, Dog Water Bottle and Travel Bowl. You can clip it to your belt and the cap becomes a drinking container. Ed carries it in a Mesh Water Bottle Carrier that we’ve had for ages.

Penny keeps a Silicone Pop-Up Water Bowl in her backpack so we always have a way to share water with a thirsty dog. You can see Poppy drinking from her Pop-up in the photo below.

You can use a plastic bag

If you came out without a special water dish for your dog, you can use a plastic bag. Just slide your hand inside, cup your hand, and pour in some water. It won’t leak the way your hand does without the bag, and you won’t waste water as you would if you let your pup drink from a bottle.

In Boston, we all have to carry extra plastic bags because you must have one to show to an official if they ask about it. Here’s a link to the city rules and regulations for dogs.

You are not only required to pick up after your dog, but you are also required to have something with you to pick up after a dog if you are out with one. The site says,

“When walking your dog, the law necessitates you to be prepared for such occurrences and be equipped with a bag or some other means of feces removal. After it is removed, it is important to dispose of the feces properly, either in a toilet or in a trash container (after being secured in a plastic bag).”

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, edited for BostonZest from her CIty Paws Newspaper Column.
Photography: 2008-2014 Penny & Ed Cherubino

Related articles

Poppy Says, “Thank You!”

Meet the Leonberger

Poppy’s Provincetown Report

Warning Signs of Cancer in Dogs and Cats with Lion the Cat

Reserve Now for Summer Travel with Dogs

July 27, 2014
Tips for Photographing Your Own Sunday Dog

I read every pet photography advice article I find. One thing included in almost every one is to get down to the pet’s level.

This is one of my favorite photos of a very much missed old friend, Mr. Teddy. I put the camera on the ground to get this shot.

Pet Photography Tips

We all have many images of dogs and cats looking up at us from the ground. The magic happens when you drop to your knees or to the ground and shoot a picture at their level or from below.

Whatever level you shoot from, focus on the eyes. That’s where you’ll find the sparkle and personality. Most dogs will follow the camera or your hands with their eyes. Remy (above) has the most beautiful eyes.

Close-ups can be wonderful. You don’t have to show your entire pet to tell a story. You can zoom in and fill your picture with a beautiful face or crop a larger photo to show a dog’s unique expression. When you crop, try to include important characteristics like this Basset’s gorgeous ears.

For great candid shots, stand back from the scene and let someone else interact with the dog. Stay far enough away so the dog will sit back and relax and then take a restful photo. Then, crop that photo to give a sense of place. Here I included a statue with Nika to show she was on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall.

Shooting rapidly and getting down to the dog’s level means you can catch great moments like this little guy’s jump for joy at seeing another pup.

If your phone or camera has continuous shooting ability, use it. The photos you see in our Sunday Dog posts are often one of a series of 6-8 shots taken in a burst. Many of the series are blurs of a moving dog, but one or more will have the wonderful frozen moment that I was trying to capture.

Check the background color. Fur is hard for most cameras to figure out. It can be a blend of tones and it can blend into a background. You need some contrast to show off that wonderful texture and color. Zoe (above) shows up on the grass but would blend into the asphalt path. Pick your spot.

Finally, make it fun for everyone. Take a few photos but don’t make your friends or companion animals uncomfortable. Yes, you want some photo memories, but you also want to remember the non-photo elements of a wonderful walk with your dog.

Sometimes, a totally unposed shot (like the one above of Sollie watching a squirrel) can be the best memory of a day with your dog.

Do you have a favorite photo of your dog? What do you love about it?

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, edited for BostonZest from her CIty Paws Newspaper Column.
Photography: 2008-2014 Penny & Ed Cherubino

Related articles

Sunday Dog, Nika – A Stunningly Gorgeous Siberian!

Ways to keep your dog still during a photo shoot

7 Tips for Better Pet Photos

July 20, 2014
Tips for Photographing Your Own Sunday Dog

I read every pet photography advice article I find. One thing included in almost every one is to get down to the pet’s level.

This is one of my favorite photos of a very much missed old friend, Mr. Teddy. I put the camera on the ground to get this shot.

Pet Photography Tips

We all have many images of dogs and cats looking up at us from the ground. The magic happens when you drop to your knees or to the ground and shoot a picture at their level or from below.

Whatever level you shoot from, focus on the eyes. That’s where you’ll find the sparkle and personality. Most dogs will follow the camera or your hands with their eyes. Remy (above) has the most beautiful eyes.

Close-ups can be wonderful. You don’t have to show your entire pet to tell a story. You can zoom in and fill your picture with a beautiful face or crop a larger photo to show a dog’s unique expression. When you crop, try to include important characteristics like this Basset’s gorgeous ears.

For great candid shots, stand back from the scene and let someone else interact with the dog. Stay far enough away so the dog will sit back and relax and then take a restful photo. Then, crop that photo to give a sense of place. Here I included a statue with Nika to show she was on the Commonwealth Avenue Mall.

Shooting rapidly and getting down to the dog’s level means you can catch great moments like this little guy’s jump for joy at seeing another pup.

If your phone or camera has continuous shooting ability, use it. The photos you see in our Sunday Dog posts are often one of a series of 6-8 shots taken in a burst. Many of the series are blurs of a moving dog, but one or more will have the wonderful frozen moment that I was trying to capture.

Check the background color. Fur is hard for most cameras to figure out. It can be a blend of tones and it can blend into a background. You need some contrast to show off that wonderful texture and color. Zoe (above) shows up on the grass but would blend into the asphalt path. Pick your spot.

Finally, make it fun for everyone. Take a few photos but don’t make your friends or companion animals uncomfortable. Yes, you want some photo memories, but you also want to remember the non-photo elements of a wonderful walk with your dog.

Sometimes, a totally unposed shot (like the one above of Sollie watching a squirrel) can be the best memory of a day with your dog.

Do you have a favorite photo of your dog? What do you love about it?

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, edited for BostonZest from her CIty Paws Newspaper Column.
Photography: 2008-2014 Penny & Ed Cherubino

Related articles

Sunday Dog, Nika – A Stunningly Gorgeous Siberian!

Ways to keep your dog still during a photo shoot

7 Tips for Better Pet Photos

July 20, 2014
Dash Is Our Dashing South End Sunday Dog!

What makes our Sunday Dog Dash so dashing (as in: attractive, lively, adventurous, bold, daring, dapper, and debonair)? Just look at that face! Any more questions?

I mean, this pup’s photo should appear alongside search results for “dashing” on the internet.

Of course, before Dash arrived from Above and Beyond English Setter Rescue, his family-to-be had to decide on that name. After considering lots of possibilities, an interest in mystery novels and writer Dashiell Hammett helped seal the deal.

“And, then,” according to his person, “when he arrived, he had a big DASH on his side and when he wants to run he’s very speedy!” Perfect!

At two years old, Dash, who we’re told is “a mix of English Setter, Lab, Great Pyrenees, and some added mutt,” is having fun discovering his world. Right now, he’s going to a “Nosing Class” at the Animal Rescue League.

The instructors, “Start by teaching him to find a treat, then keys, then [they] put things under boxes. It’s how they train [detection] dogs to find illegal drugs, missing people,” specific substances, etc.

As far as we could tell, Dash is already pretty good with his nose. Before saying goodbye to this South End charmer, we offered him a treat that he had no trouble sniffing out. Dash, you’re gonna ace that class!

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

And, here's a post about some dogs that aced that "Nosing Class."

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

Words: Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

July 6, 2014
Dash Is Our Dashing South End Sunday Dog!

What makes our Sunday Dog Dash so dashing (as in: attractive, lively, adventurous, bold, daring, dapper, and debonair)? Just look at that face! Any more questions?

I mean, this pup’s photo should appear alongside search results for “dashing” on the internet.

Of course, before Dash arrived from Above and Beyond English Setter Rescue, his family-to-be had to decide on that name. After considering lots of possibilities, an interest in mystery novels and writer Dashiell Hammett helped seal the deal.

“And, then,” according to his person, “when he arrived, he had a big DASH on his side and when he wants to run he’s very speedy!” Perfect!

At two years old, Dash, who we’re told is “a mix of English Setter, Lab, Great Pyrenees, and some added mutt,” is having fun discovering his world. Right now, he’s going to a “Nosing Class” at the Animal Rescue League.

The instructors, “Start by teaching him to find a treat, then keys, then [they] put things under boxes. It’s how they train [detection] dogs to find illegal drugs, missing people,” specific substances, etc.

As far as we could tell, Dash is already pretty good with his nose. Before saying goodbye to this South End charmer, we offered him a treat that he had no trouble sniffing out. Dash, you’re gonna ace that class!

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

And, here's a post about some dogs that aced that "Nosing Class."

Do you have an Amazon Gift Certificate to use? Or do you need to buy one for a gift? Remember to click over to Amazon from here to support this site!

Details:

Words: Ed Cherubino
Photography: © 2014 Ed Cherubino

Note on Comments: We monitor comments constantly and anything that is pure spam, inappropriate, or nasty is swept away. In addition to readers' comments, we welcome hearing from the people, places, and services we cover. Often, those add great insights for our readers. As long as it doesn’t become a pure ad, we’d love to hear from you. We do reserve the right to edit ads and links out of comments.

July 6, 2014
Poppy Isn’t on Daylight Saving Time This Summer

Sometimes being the third dog in the family has advantages. When we sprang ahead this spring, we decided that Poppy's meals would stay on Eastern Standard Time. She usually started the day with breakfast at 8 am, we just moved this to 9 am. In the fall, we'll go back to 8 am.

If Poppy (above) wakes at dawn, Penny will give her a tiny snack to keep her empty tummy from causing the morning upsets that Westies are known to have. (They vomit yellow bile.) She also gets a small snack before bed to keep this issue under control.

We feed her 3 times a day with meals and snacks spaced out evenly. We find that helps keep both her hunger and her weight under control. Ed weighs her every week and we adjust the amount of food we give her if she is gaining or losing weight.

Maggie (above, on vacation in Maine) used to protest time changes. She would get up early in the fall and pester us for her meals on her normal (DST) schedule. Now that we are both freelancers, it's easier to simply let our dog stay on the same time frame year round.

Sassy, our first Westie girl (above, on vacation on Martha's Vineyard), was a total food brat and would ask for food all day everyday. We quickly learned to measure out her food for the day and put her daily ration in a jar because she could convince either of us that someone had forgotten to feed her.

Do you feed your dog on a set schedule? How many times a day do you feed? And, how often do you weigh your dog?

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: © 2008-2014 Ed Cherubino (Sassy's photo was a gift from a fan of hers.)

Related articles

Parker House Boston Cream Pie, To Go Please!

Dear Poppy, Should I Let Humans Brush My Teeth?

Poppy's Provincetown Report

June 29, 2014
Poppy Isn’t on Daylight Saving Time This Summer

Sometimes being the third dog in the family has advantages. When we sprang ahead this spring, we decided that Poppy's meals would stay on Eastern Standard Time. She usually started the day with breakfast at 8 am, we just moved this to 9 am. In the fall, we'll go back to 8 am.

If Poppy (above) wakes at dawn, Penny will give her a tiny snack to keep her empty tummy from causing the morning upsets that Westies are known to have. (They vomit yellow bile.) She also gets a small snack before bed to keep this issue under control.

We feed her 3 times a day with meals and snacks spaced out evenly. We find that helps keep both her hunger and her weight under control. Ed weighs her every week and we adjust the amount of food we give her if she is gaining or losing weight.

Maggie (above, on vacation in Maine) used to protest time changes. She would get up early in the fall and pester us for her meals on her normal (DST) schedule. Now that we are both freelancers, it's easier to simply let our dog stay on the same time frame year round.

Sassy, our first Westie girl (above, on vacation on Martha's Vineyard), was a total food brat and would ask for food all day everyday. We quickly learned to measure out her food for the day and put her daily ration in a jar because she could convince either of us that someone had forgotten to feed her.

Do you feed your dog on a set schedule? How many times a day do you feed? And, how often do you weigh your dog?

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: © 2008-2014 Ed Cherubino (Sassy's photo was a gift from a fan of hers.)

Related articles

Parker House Boston Cream Pie, To Go Please!

Dear Poppy, Should I Let Humans Brush My Teeth?

Poppy's Provincetown Report

June 29, 2014