The Holidays are all about spending time with family, and here at Living with a Golden, dogs are definitely family! So if you’re looking for something extra special to do with your four legged best friend this Christmas, or thinking of starting a new tradition with your pup, here are a few ideas. DIY Ornaments: A […]
Looking for the perfect gift for the dog who has everything? This winter treat your dog to an in-home massage from Pampered Paws K9 Massage. Winter can be a difficult time for dogs, especially for those who may be sick, suffering from a sports injury, or are experiencing the aches and pains of aging. Certified […]
With so many nonprofits asking for donations this time of year, we’d like to remind you that even the smallest act of kindness can help brighten the day of an animal spending the Holidays in a shelter waiting for a forever home. Animal shelters and rescue organizations depend heavily on donations to meet the daily […]
On snowy and rainy days when playing outside is not an option, our go to dog toy is Knots of Fun by Happy Hands Happy Dogs. These made in the USA, colorful braided fleece toys are a favorite of Chuck Billy and Asa. Our first Knots of Fun got us through Asa’s teething stage. We […]
Can’t resist dressing your dog in a festive Holiday sweater? Want to spread Christmas cheer with your four legged friend? Then head on down to the 6th Annual Christmas Prelude Pooch Parade in Kennebunkport, Maine this Sunday, December 11, 2016. Once again the Portland Sea Dogs’ mascot, Slugger, will be leading the parade which forms […]
For December we are going to take a break from our Dog Friendly Places recommendations, and instead share with you some of our favorite local businesses and nonprofits. We are very fortunate in Maine to have many local land trusts. Here are some unique gift ideas that also support the land conservation efforts of these […]
Off the beaten path, Petit Manan Point in Steuben, Maine offers two separate trails that are dog friendly hikes through blueberry barrens, dense forests, coastal raised heath peatlands, old hayfields, freshwater and saltwater marshes, cedar swamps, granite shores and cobble beaches. Petit Manan Point is part of the Maine Coastal Island National Wildlife Refuge (MCINWR), a complex network […]
Jasper Beach, located in Howard Cove, Machiasport, Maine, is a scenic place for a dog friendly walk. However, don’t be fooled by the name. If you are looking to spend the day at a sandy beach, this place isn’t for you. But if you would like to see a unique geological formation which is said […]
Mark your calendars because Lucky Pup Rescue is hosting two great events to get the Holiday Season off to a great start! As part of “Pajamas Shopping Day” in the Kennebunks, Lucky Pup Rescue is hosting the Pet Lovers Marketplace on Saturday, November 26, 2016. Find the perfect gifts for the four-legged friends on your […]
Roque Bluffs State Park in Roque Bluffs, Maine offers over 6 miles of dog friendly hiking through diverse terrain. Located on Schoppee Point, Roque Bluffs State Park consists of 274 acres with trails that loop their way through old apple orchards, meadows, and dense forest along rocky shores with breathtaking views of Great Cove and […]