No matter how a dog comes into your life, the bond you will share is a special one. Dogs can be quirky, happy-go-lucky, weird, smart, grouchy, or even lazy as a sloth. Whatever your dog’s personality, man’s best friend doesn’t ask for much: attention, love, care, and maybe a few bites from the dinner table. […]
Wags on Willow knows that once in a while, we all need a spa day. The Wags team of groomers and stylists gives every four-legged customer an unparalleled personalized experience, sending them home happy, healthy, and looking sharp! Meet Wags on Willow Owner Mary Bowler. She and her pug Sushi co-founded Wags nearly five years ago. […]
Since PAWS Chicago was founded in 1997, the number of homeless pets killed in the city has been reduced by 87 percent. Now one of the largest No Kill shelters in the country, and one that has received Charity Navigator’s highest 4-star ranking for 16 years in a row, PAWS Chicago found homes for 5,371 […]
Even the most seasoned home entertainer could use a little backup. “When hosting a party, you should always remember to ‘BE A GUEST!’” says Jodi Fyfe, founder and CEO of Paramount Events. “Hire others to do the work and clean up.” Need a little more direction? Here’s how to be the host with the most this holiday season. […]
There are few things in life more beloved than dogs and food. So, why not combine the two? Your four-legged buddy will be welcomed with open arms at any of these dog-friendly restaurants. 25 Degrees Serving unique milkshakes and decadent burgers (with ample outdoor seating), 25 degrees is the perfect “adult” burger joint, and four-legged […]
Whether it’s chickens, cats or dogs, here are a few innovations that keep your mind at ease and your beloved buddies safe.
Don’t forget your favorite four-legged friends this holiday season. 1. Canines for Veterans Gift Bucket: Give back this Christmas with this pet gift. A portion of the bucket’s sales goes to Canines for Service, which “rescues shelter dogs, rehabilitates military prisoners by teaching them how to train the dogs and revitalizes the lives of wounded veterans by […]
PAWS Chicago (Pets Are Worth Saving) celebrated the official naming of the PAWS Chicago Glenn L. Felner North Shore Adoption Center on Sept. 10 with a private reception. The reception took place at the organization’s first satellite location, which opened as part of the Highland Park Petco this past December. Glenn L. Felner, the center’s namesake, […]
Make It Better’s Best of 2015 drew more than 105,000 verified votes across 10 categories. Share your thoughts with us on social media using the hashtag #MIBBestof2015. Pet Boutique Wags on Willow Give your pet a taste of the good life at this upscale pet boutique offering top-quality pet food, toys and apparel. 840 Willow Road, […]
Put your paws up if you love a cute pet pic! May is National Pet Month, so in celebration we’re rounding up our favorite pet Instagram accounts—the cute, the funny and the philanthropic. If you’re a pet lover, follow these top Instagram accounts and your feed will be full of the cutest fur babies on […]
