Golden Collar Announcements

In a move somewhat akin to having George Clooney announce the Oscar nominations, Uggie the dog announced on Wednesday that the top nominee for the first Golden Collar Awards, is Uggie the dog.

Uggie, the much-celebrated star of "The Artist," received a pair of nominations in the marquee category of Best Dog in a Theatrical Film – one for "The Artist," and the other for his performance as Queenie in "Water for Elephants."

WHEN: Sunday, November 20, 2011, From 12:00PM - 5:00PM

WHERE: My Pet Naturally 12001 West Pico Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90064

WHAT:  A party and fundraiser to help make sure Thanksgiving includes the “Wild Things” who we share our lives with. 

This special event will feature: 

Wolf Connection, an organization that works with at-risk teens and rescued wolves and wolf-dogs at their Southern California Sanctuary. Cats for adoption from the West Los Angeles Animal Shelter. Pets of the Homeless will be collecting Thanksgiving food donations, helping to make sure everyone, including our animals have a Thanksgiving dinner. Movie Dog Trainers Laura Nativo of The Greatest American Dog and Nicole Ellis of Hollywood Paws will be teaching pets and their people a few “wild” tricks. Lhasa Happy Homes small dog adoptions. Free food samples and insights on feeding choices we make for our domesticated dogs including the growing trend to feed raw and why this is the choice so many people are making.

All of this and more...                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         My Pet Naturally is a “whole foods” and eco aware general store for pets that strives to bring its customers the best information about health, nutrition and training so that every dog has a Happy Thanksgiving.

Want to find out more

Phone: (310) 477-3030 
www.mypetnaturally.com
Email: info@mypetnaturally.com 

Variety's Power of Youth initiative celebrates top young talent and their dedication to philanthropic and humanitarian causes closest to their hearts, while encouraging the industry and their fans around the world to get involved and give back. The event, now in its fifth year, is an invitation-only afternoon full of fun and festivities, with live performances, interactive games, activities, food, photo opportunities and a special presentation to our Honorees.

Dog News Daily was on th Carpet chatting with event honorees and attendees like Angus T. Jones (St. Jude Children's Research Hospital), Bailee Madison (Alex's Lemonade Stand), Chloe Moretz (The Film Foundation), Hayden Panettiere (The Whaleman Foundation), Rico Rodriguez (Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times) and Hailee Steinfeld (Share Our Strength), each of whom, through their efforts, have made a significant difference to their chosen causes.

 

 

What: Hero Dog Awards

When: November 11, 2011

Where: The Hallmark Channel

*Check Local Listings for times

Join A Dog's Life Rescue, Tailwaggers and other members of the West Hollywood community for

What:The Bow Wow Bash
When:Thursday, September 22
Where:Tailwaggers on Fairfax
Time:from 5-10pm.

Well known brands and institutions such as Sephora, OPI, Apple, Sony, the Dodgers, the NFL, the LA Kings,
Veggie Grill, Dominicks, Pacific Dining Car and more have donated products to raise funds and awareness for the the homeless animals of Los Angeles

Pure breed dogs are so last year! Mutts are all the rage and The Beverly Hills Mutt Club is just the place to take your mixed breed pal. However, this isn't an exclusive club - no dogs are left out so pure breeds are invited too.

Dog groomers seem to be everywhere, but how do you choose one? Some people look for discounts, some prefer location, others ask their friends or research on Yelp...CBS has made it even easier than that by providing a list of the top 9 dog groomers in LA (in their opinion). They chose:

Zoom Room is a fun, sporty place where you can take classes to develop communication and deepen your enjoyment of your canine pal. This is not a place where you drop off a dog - they want you both to come, stay, learn, play. It's fun for the both of you - you get to mingle with other pet lovers while the dogs play with new friends. 

Los Angeles is a hub for holistic services and alternative health care; so much so that even dogs can take part! Head over to Wagville near Griffith Park to treat your canine pal to a massage, accupressure, aromatherapy, and organic food - no kidding! Why shouldn't Fido get the same high quality care that you give yourself? Wagville believes in caring for the whole dog and looks at health from a exercise, nutrition and stress standpoint. Their cage-free day care is run by a staff that will monitor the health of your dog’s ears, teeth, skin and coat daily, and will alert you if your pal needs to be groomed. And if you miss your best friend, check in via web cam or phone. Wagville certainly knows how to pamper pets and their humans!

Chow Bella claims that they are the one stop shop for all your doggie needs, featuring all natural and organic foods and supplies, plus grooming, daycare, and boarding. They have been voted #1 for Best Grooming in all of the valley (by MyFOXLa in 2009) and have won awards for being eco-friendly. Located in Studio City, this is the perfect place to take a dog if you're in the film business (doesn't get more Hollywood than that!). Check out their website for special savings.

When you bring a new dog into your life you how important it is to train your new pal. But life often gets in the way and before you know it you can barely get Fido to come when you call, let alone stop chewing on your shoes. That's where professional training comes in - if you're in the Los Angeles area you can benefit from a new school for dogs called "I Said Sit!". Run by the reputable trainer Jonathan Klein, this school offers training and behavior problem solving for all dogs and puppies. You can learn how to use guidance and a reward based training program to teach your dog lessons like “sit”, “stay” and “come” as well as solve behavioral issues without using dominance based training or confrontational training methods.

Hollywood establishments are all about giving their clients the upscale experience, and in the case of D Pet Hotels this includes canine cliental. D Pet Hotels is a luxury boarding facility for spoiled furry friends. In fact, your pal may receive a better experience than you would at most hotels! Standard Suites include doggie beds and flat screen TVs, and Uber double suite are large rooms with queen size beds, extensive room décor and even bigger TVs! Of course there's a place to play - your pal can take his/her pick of 3 dog parks on the grounds. And let's not forget about the grooming and spa center, where dogs can get pampered even further. Click here to learn more about D Pet Hotels and their services.

Abbot Kinney in Venice, CA is known for it's upscale bohemian stores. Amongst all of the stylish fashion shops and swanky restaurants is an inviting dog store with fun yet functional products for sale. From the outside, The Modern Dog looks like someone's home, since it has a porch and a front yard with a dog water bowl. When you step inside the 20's style bungalow you'll find the tables and shelves overflowing with neat dog accessories, from toys to leashes to beds to gourmet food and treats. Ask for some help from an employee and you'll feel another degree of hospitality - their customer service is friendly and helpful, aiming to make sure you find just what you're looking. Many of the products inside are from local companies and/or are made from eco-friendly materials, so you'll feel a certain pleasure in supporting a privately owned business who really cares. Visit their website, appropriately named www.come-sit-stay.com, for more information.

Phydough is a food truck...for dogs! This mobile kitchen making organic dog treats in the streets of LA., serving up many flavors of gourmet canine cookies and frozen treats made in small batches with unprocessed ingredients. Owned by Patrick Guilfoyle of Double Dog Dare Ya, a boutique boarding house and grooming facility in Burbank, this stylish truck rolled out onto the streets in January. You and your pal can track it down on their Twitter, naturally.

Tidy Dog is located in Redondo Beach and it offers a variety of services! They have a self service section where you can bring your dogs and use their shampoo products that are tearless for your pups. On the contrary, you can bring your pup in for a full service by appointment only because they do not use cages! Check out their website for further details http://bit.ly/d2XjPL or to contact them directly call them at 310-798-1525 or 562-433-1330. Tidy Dog is open 7 days a week

Bone Sweet Bone offers an online boutique, doggy daycare, extended stay kennel, doggy chauffeur, grooming, mobile grooming and doggy spa services to the Studio City area and beyond. 

Dog Star Wash and Spa offers a wide range of services for your dog! Take your dog in for grooming, doggy day care, or to simply shop. You can buy a luxury shampoo by Dog Star for your pooch that will leave their coat shiny and clean! Check out their S'Paw Menu where they include teeth cleaning, conditioning treatment, or a blueberry facial! They are located at 8125 W Manchester Ave in Playa del Rey. Call them at (310) 306-1090 or visit their website for more information at http://bit.ly/aMZEez
For grooming discounts Text DOGSTAR to 95495

 

Double Dog Dare Ya welcomes "happy, funny, full of energy, exuberant, wild, crazy" dogs! They offer day care, grooming, and boarding for your little pooches! They are located at 122 West Linden Court in Burbank and can be reached at (818) 846-2234. Check out their website for more information http://bit.ly/bjBtec And if you were wondering, yes, you can find them on facebook or follow them on twitter!

Club Fido Dog Daycare & Boarding offers day care, grooming, or just fun sleepovers for your dogs! Small dogs under 25 pounds have their own separate play area!
Take your pooch in on Wednesdays for a special offer of $22 for a full day of day care! They're located in Culver City. Check out their website for more details http://www.clubfido.com/index.htm

K9 Loft is THE place to take your pup for the day! At K9 Loft your dog can be groomed or have a fun photo shoot day. K9 Loft is located on 2170 West Sunset Blvd. You can check them out at k9loft.com or contact them at (213) 484-6006.

Pimp My Pooch is the latest full-service pet spa located in Burbank.  Services include grooming, dog walking, and a boutique.  Check out their Web site, and get $5 off your first visit!

The doggy daycare is where small dogs rule!  Barkingham Palace features Tiny town for ultra-small dogs and Smallville for slightly bigger pooches.  The daycare offers a full-service spa and salon, as well as training and a store.  Barkingham Palace is located at 8023 Beverly Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90048.  Call 323.782.1922 for more information.

Send your dog to camp!  Camp Happy Dog has offered boarding, grooming, and day care in the Sherman Oaks area for 15 years.  Located at 13618 Ventura Blvd, the professionals at Camp Happy Dog can be contacted at 818.981.2267.

Pet Joy Boutique & Spa provides everything from facial massages to non-anesthesia dental care.  And if your dog has been "skunked," they'll even provide a la carte "deskunking services."  All natural and pH balanced products are used.  Pet Joy is located at 11720 Brentwood Ct in Los Angles, CA 90049.  Call 310-471-0088 for more information.  Tell them Dog News Daily sent you!

healthyspot is all about treating your dog like you do: like family.  To that end, they offer high quality, natural food and doggy products.  They also provide grooming, day care, puppy pre-school, obedience courses, and more.  healthyspot has two locations, one in West Hollywood on Santa Monica Blvd and one in Santa Monica on Wilshire Blvd.  Check out their Web site for more info!

Are you looking for a eco-friendly place to groom your dog?  Sam's Green Paw in Studio City has a mission: "To provide pets a safe and fun space that treats our earth as one of our pups- nurtures it, keeps it out of harms way, and feeds it properly so it grows strong and healthy."

To that end, the groomer and doggie day care provider uses only material that are deemed environmentally safe by LEED-certification standards.  From the water to the waste, everything is recycled, and all grooming products are biodegradable and chemical free.

Want to go green?  Sam's Green Paw is located at 11450 Ventura Blvd.  Call 818-754-0900 for more info!

Sparky's Pet Salon is the first salon to be approved by the City of Beverly Hills (ooh, la la!).  Their master groomers not only provide excellent basic services but also fabulous extras, like massage and hot oil treatments.  What else do you expect from the chi-chi city?  Sparky's is located at 9221 W Olympic Blvd. in Beverly Hills, CA, 90212.  Call (310) 274-3647 for more info.

Grooming, training, daycare, and exercise: and they do it all well!  Wagville boasts a 14,000 square foot play area, wading pools, massage therapy, private training session, and you can watch your dog on Wagville's webcam.  Wagville is located at 2400 North San Fernando Road, Los Angeles, CA 90065.  For more information, see Wagville.com.

Go Dog LA is a 9000 sq foot cage-free doggy daycare and overnight boarding facility.  Go Dog LA features indoor and outdoor play areas, jungle gyms, a pool, and grooming. 

Go Dog LA is located at 1728 Maple Ave Los Angeles, CA 90015.  Call 213-748-4DOG for more info.

Fresh-baked dog treats that look tasty enough for a human to eat!  Three Dog Bakery cooks up all-natural treats that look like cakes, cookies, and cupcakes.  And the taste is dog approved.  You can buy your best pal a snack at one of three locations: Sherman Oaks, Pasadena, and at the Los Angeles Farmer's Market.

The Kennel Club LAX, a luxury pet hotel right near the airport, will ensure that your pet’s stay is comfortable and relaxing, providing the best for your pet! Large indoor suites offer a range of standard to luxury accommodations, and with customized activity packages, they will surely please the pickiest pooch! 

VIP lodging includes a full-sized bedroom with 24-hour companionship and group play all day. Whether you are planning a vacation, working long hours, or finally getting that kitchen remodeled - you can check your worries at the door.  Courteous and knowledgeable professionals keep guests happy and entertained while you are away.  The Kennel Club’s personal team of spa specialists welcome your pet to a world of pampering, with hot-oil treatments, pedicures, and other excellent spa services!  The Kennel Club LAX has Daycare packages for pets to frolic with new friends and feel like royalty.  Take off some of the stress in your life, go on that vacation, and let your pet have one too!  For more information on the Kennel Club LAX, please call (310) 338-9166.

Maxwell Dog isn't your typical pet store.  If you're looking for run-of-the-mill dog food, you probably aren't going to find it.  But if you're looking for chi-chi collars, unique toys, and super-comfy dog beds, then you've come to the right place!

Visit Maxwell Dog at 12336 Ventura Blvd. Studio City, CA 91604.  Open Monday - Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m., Sundays 12 p.m. - 5 p.m.

Step into the large, earth-toned space and into your newest favorite pet store, The Urban Pet.

The Urban Pet offers a large array of premium pet foods, as well as obedience training, teeth cleaning, and vaccinations.  And their Green Zone offers eco-friendly products... from collars to dog beds. 

Check out their two locations: 7515 Beverly Blvd in Los Angeles and  4475 Santa Monica Blvd in Silver Lake.

Where People Rock and Pets Rule, á la Mutt offers grooming, natural pet foods, and pet dental days for the Toluca Lake and Burbank communities.  Ten percent off of your first grooming appointment for new clients.  Visit á la Mutt at 10214 Riverside Drive, Toluca Lake CA 91602, or call 818-760-3366.

My Pet... Naturally, located on Pico Blvd. in West Los Angeles, is the creation of Neil and Wendy Massa that has evolved from their passion and love for their family pets. Neil and Wendy's steadfast commitment to supplying premium quality, natural and holistic pet foods, as well as health care products and grooming services, is only surpassed by their dedication to supplying the highest quality of service to their customers.

They, also, just opened up My Pet…Naturally CLEAN their Grooming Shop, next door which has been designed to be open and fresh and feel like a home.

Neil and his great team want to do everything they can to make the grooming experience a good one for dogs and their people Think of Naturally Clean as a bath house for dogs, a relaxing, pampering social place.

My Pet … Naturally and My Pet … Naturally CLEAN have all the things people want for their pets. Natural products, a

genuine welcome for animals, good information and fair prices. They have a great clientele and many of their customers have become their friends.  Neil and his knowledgeable staff love what they do, and love who we they do it for.

They’re located at 12001 West Pico Boulevard on the corner of West Pico and South Westgate Avenue, free parking in the back. They’re open Monday through Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM and Sunday 12 PM - 5 PM. You can contact them at 310.477.3030 or visit their websites at http://www.mypetnaturally.com/and www.mypetnaturallyclean.com. 

genuine welcome for animals, good information and fair prices. They have a great clientele and many of their customers have become their friends.  Neil and his knowledgeable staff love what they do, and love who we they do it for. They’re located at on the corner of West Pico and South Westgate Avenue, free parking in the back. They’re open Monday through Saturday 10 AM - 7 PM and Sunday 12 PM - 5 PM. You can contact them at 310.477.3030 or visit their websites at and www.mypetnaturallyclean.com.