Velvet's Little Store

I'm slowing starting to stock Velvet's Little Store, my accessories and supplies shop on Etsy. Be sure to follow me on Twitter and Facebook for all the updates and please heart my shop if you have a chance.

COCKAPOO DOG SLATE-HAND-PAINTED-MADE TO ORDER

AngelPupCreations

Dog Bone Placemat

CodysCloset

Hearts and Pups Flannel Boxers

Gear4Guys

Did you know...

...it is estimated there are 400 MILLION dogs in the world???


That's a lot of furbabies!

* from Coppinger, Ray (2001). Dogs: a Startling New Understanding of Canine Origin, Behavior and Evolution. New York: Scribner. p. 352

Happy Birthday, Miss Sophia!

Miss Sophia enjoyed a wheat free version of our Baby Bundt cake for her special day. It was peanut butter cake with carob icing drizzled over the top, and although it took a long time to get there, it looks like she enjoyed it very much.

I want to thank her mommy who runs Jenniebgoode on Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/shop/jenniebgoode) for sharing this wonderful picture with us. Stop by her shop and have a look at some beautiful, handmade collars!

Ciao, Hound

My Grandpuppy Julia and Her New Coat

I've been so remiss in sharing pictures of my new Grandpuppy! Her name is Julia and she had a rough start to life. Now she's living with my daughter and her husband and is so grateful for all of the loving and attention that she receives. She is truly a loving companion, full of life and excitement. Last week we ordered this beautiful custom made fleece coat for her from my dear friend, Diana of DianaDesignsNY. It is absolutely a perfect fit! She made the coat in record time and worked with us on fabric options, customizing the pattern for Julia's unique figure :) We love it so much! Thank you, Diana!!!

I'll upload the video shortly.

MiasMunchies - Blog Giveaway

I'm so excited about this. I know blog giveaways aren't new or anything, but this is my very first one, so its new to me :) I want to introduce my fellow PetsJubilee team members and the great products that they offer on Etsy. This week, I'm featuring:

MiasMunchies

MiasMunchies is giving away:

ONE DOZEN PEANUT BUTTER BONES!

These Peanut Butter bones are sure to be a hit with your canine.

These bones are approx. 1.5 inches long.

While these treats are all made with wonderfully yummy ingredients- they are made for your dog.
All of our treats are pooch approved!

HOW TO ENTER:

MANDATORY 1st Entry – Visit MiasMunchies' shop on Etsy (http://www.etsy.com/shop/MiasMunchies) and leave a comment below telling me which item in her shop is your favorite.

Extra Entries: Worth 1 entry a piece, please fill out a separate comment for each.
- Fan MiasMunchies on Facebook
- Fan Ciaohound on Facebook
- Follow MiasMunchies on Twitter
- Follow Ciaohound on Twitter
- Heart MiasMunchies shop on Etsy
- Heart Ciaohound on Etsy
- Become a follower of my blog
- Tweet the following for up to 1 entry PER DAY: Win a dozen Peanut Butter bones @lareese23 from @ciaohound at: http://www.ciao-hound.blogspot.com

A winner will be announced on January 24th, 2010.

Lots of treats

I'm baking up a storm this weekend! Its so much fun and I enjoy it so much! Please let me know if you want anything for your special four-legged friend.

I'll try to post pictures later.

What's Bakin'

Potato Pancake with Turkey - Allergen Free

The simplest recipe, but one my favorite meals ... turkey with potatoes! These are baked on a much smaller scale for your special dog. Great flavor, unique treat, a specialty for dogs on restricted diets.

My goal was to make them as allergen free as possible so that any dog on any diet would be able to enjoy a special treat. There is no wheat, egg, or dairy and of course, no sugar or salt.

Make a donation to the right of $10.00 to receive this as your "free gift". Click on the slideshow to see other available items for just $5 more (each). Email me with any questions: ciaohound@live.com.

What would interest you?

I'm going to try to do some interviews here in the coming weeks. Being part of Petsjubilee on Etsy, puts me in contact with so many knowledgeable pet people. Whenever anyone has a pet question, there's usually at least 5 people who are able to chime in and have a solution.

If there is any pet related topic of interest that you would like to see here, please let me know, either by leaving a comment or emailing me at ciaohound@live.com.

Do you speak dog???

I came across this on another blog and just couldn't resist.

We're always talking about our pets in our Etsy forum and the topic came up...

Do you talk for your dog? Is it 'baby talk'? Do you do different voices? Share your pet talking info in the comments :)

We always talk for Velvet in a 'duh' kinda voice. I don't know why except she's forever tilting her head when we talk to her, like, 'I don't speak human; quit talking to me'.

The Straight Poop

Does anyone know the answer ? ....

What is the criteria for finding the perfect spot to poop?

Velvet will spend forever circling around, then moving a little further away, then, wait no, maybe over here,... Not to be tooooo graphic, but sometimes she's pooping before she settles on a spot to squat! Its hysterical to watch, and I thought maybe someone might have some insight on the doggie mind :)

Leave a comment if you have any ideas on this.

What's Bakin'

Today I'm baking Carrot Cake for dogs. I've reopened my Etsy shop, so now, if you want any of my treats (see my Flickr photostream to the right) just email me at ciaohound@live.com or convo me and I'll post a custom listing for you on etsy, or you can donate here. I'm in the process of adding descriptions to the pictures on Flickr.

My new ciaohound shop features a conglomeration of recycled items. I've just posted my first two so far. There's a lot more to come.

I'm a work in progress :)

What's Bakin'

Turkey Cookie - Peanut Butter flavored for Dogs

Your pooch will gobble this up! Human-sized cookies can be broken into small pieces for your special pup. Rich peanut butter flavor, fun shape.

Get a dozen of these 'FREE' when you donate $10 to Ciaohound. For any $15 donation choose a second item by perusing my Flickr pages (click on the photos to the right). Each additional item just $5.

More to come...

What's Bakin'

This weekend, I'm making peanut butter flavored, human size, halloween cookies for dogs. I'll post pictures when I have them. Let me know if you want any.

What's Bakin'

Pumpkin Spice Mini Muffins for Dogs -

The weather is starting to cool here and the leaves have begun to turn, making this the perfect time to begin baking these warm soft pumpkin mini muffins! Made with pumpkin, sweetened with honey and applesauce and topped with the wonderful aromatic hint of cinnamon, these muffins are sure to be a hit! Donate $10 this weekend and get a dozen of these special treats, shipped priority mail (included in the $10). For $5 more you'll receive 6 human-sized peanut butter flavored Halloween shaped cookies.

What's Bakin'

A new feature by Ciaohound. Each week I'll post what special treats I'm baking for the weekend. Email me with any questions.

Carrot Cake for Dogs

This is from my "Crumbrulee" line of treats. Crumble them up and sprinkle on top of your pup's kibble to add variety to mealtime, or just offer them the bite sized portions for a special treat.




Chicken Bistro Bites for Cats or Dogs







Bistro Bites are bite-sized treats, perfect for a light snack or a SPECIAL reward.


ciaohound@live.com

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