East End Beach in Portland, Maine is a small but popular dog friendly beach in the city. From Memorial Day through Labor Day, East End Beach allows dogs to be off-leash and under voice control before 9:00 AM and after 5:00 PM. No dogs are allowed between 9:00 AM and 5:00 PM during the summer […]
On this Memorial Day, please take a moment to remember our smallest soldiers who gave the ultimate sacrifice. Dedicated on January 1, 1952, the Canine Veterans WWII memorial is located at the Hillside Acre Animal Cemetery in Methuen, Massachusetts. Nestled among the graves in this tranquil pet cemetery is the final resting place for several […]
We played with Foxy Mama this morning! There we were plodding along on neighborhood patrol when standing in the road, blocking our way home, was Foxy Mama. She looked almost as surprised by us, as we were to see her. At first Asa mistook her for a cat, and wanted to play with her. But […]
Mark your calendars and join us on Saturday, June 4, 2016, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM for the 22nd Annual Tails to Trails Walk to benefit the Cocheco Valley Humane Society. Taking place on the Strafford County Courthouse lawn (259 County Farm Road, Dover, NH), Tails to Trails is the dog event of the summer, filled […]
A year ago I heard rumors about a place where Golden Retrievers of all ages could run and play at an event dedicated to them. I thought for sure it was an urban legend. Something parents tell their dogs to make them behave. As time progressed I was confident it was only a dream. How […]
There are many dog friendly beaches in Maine. Here is a quick reference on the dates and times dogs are allowed on town owned beaches in Maine during the Summer Season. For more information on specific beaches, please click on the highlighted name for reviews including current weather conditions, directions and recent photos, as well […]
Sometimes I forget Asa’s still little. Physically he’s as big as me, and mentally his adolescent outbursts are daunting. But every once in awhile Asa reminds me that the world is still filled with awe and wonder. Over the winter Dad grew a beard, but with summer just around the corner it was time to […]
Asa here. For over a year now Chuck Billy has ben accusing me of being a Zombie Puppy. Sorry to disappoint, but I’m not. However, his most recent accusation last week inspired me to do some digging of my own into Chuck Billy’s background, after all May is Zombie Awareness Month. Little did I realize […]
Attention dogs, this is your opportunity to help cats in need while having a great time at the 21st Annual Strut for Strays Walk, Run and Festival in Newbury, Massachusetts. The Merrimack River Feline Rescue Society’s annual fundraiser will take place this Sunday, May 22, 2016, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, on Newbury’s Upper […]
Don’t panic, but Aliens have invaded Maine! A UFO was seen landing in Maine in the wee hours of the morning yesterday. Now I know what you naysayers are thinking, “Chuck Billy is overreacting again.” But this time I have proof from a reliable source. Even more reliable than celebrities, politicians, and a stuffed dog […]
