Lake Humane Society Mutt Strut 2009 - Dog Walk Video

Hello All,

I just wanted to welcome all our new subscribers that signed up at last Saturday’s Mutt Strut, sponsored by Lake Humane Society. Jim and Laura told me about all the nice dogs (and people, too) they met! They lucked out and missed all of the heavy rain, as you can see, our booth is pretty open!

Congratulations goes to Stacey H. that won the booth raffle! She will be receiving a coffee mug of her choice very soon!For all of you that did attend the the Lake Humane Society Mutt Strut, check out our video of the start of the dog walk.



I was amazed at all the dogs and their human leash holders that were walking! Click on the Mutt Strut logo below to see the video on YouTube! If you participated in the walk, see if you can find you and your dog walking.

Don’t forget to take advantage of FREE SHIPPING this month at http://www.dogcandlesandmore.com/! Use the coupon code “firework” and receive free shipping on all orders placed by August 31st!

May all your wags be happy!

Love, Fido!

P.S. A special wag goes to all of my friends that are starting school. I’m pretty sad that summer is over, but I look forward to the fall season and all its yummy treats!

Camp has gone to the dogs!

Did you know you can go to camp with your dog?

Looking around on the internet recently, I found "Camp Gone to the Dogs" in Vermont! It’s a camp run by people with a love of dogs and they cater to people who enjoy spending time with them. It’s not a doggie day care or dog sitting service! Dogs are welcome anywhere except in the dining halls but then campers can opt to sit outside with their buddy. They offer between 40-50 activities a day! A dog can learn new tricks, learn to hunt, track, hurd, swim, there are even classes for humans on doggie massage or leash making!

Check out http://www.campgonetothedogs.com/ or google “Dog Camps” and you will find many others that offer similar programs.

Camp Gone to the Dogs motto is Tail’s up! If your dog’s tail isn’t up we are doing something wrong! FUN is the name of the game!

What a great alterative vacation for people who really can’t or don’t want to leave their dog.

If you have any great camp pictures and would like them featured on a candle or ornament, be sure and check out our custom photo candle page at http://www.DogCandlesAndMore.com/custom/

May all your wags be happy!






Love, Fido

Dog days of summer and more...

Hello everyone!

Happy August 1st! It’s officially the “dog days of summer”! I had to do some research to really know what that means. Did you know that the term comes from the Greeks and the ancient Romans? They both believed that Sirius, the Dog Star, caused the hot sultry weather. His star would shine in the sky in later July and August. That’s one “hot dog”!! ha-ha

Has everyone been enjoying their summer? I have, I went to my grandparents house for a week in July. My family went on vacation and I got to spend some quality time with them. I had a great time! I followed grandpa to the pond every morning and he and I fed the fish! What fun that was! I sat with grandma while she read, rested with grandpa while he napped (I guess I napped too!) Protected their house while they were gone and I even got a new bandana!

Some interesting dates in August are:

August 1st – My “human” sister Amanda’s 13th birthday!

August 3rd – National watermelon day. Enjoy a nice cold slice for me.

August 10th – National S’mores day

August 15th – National relaxation day! (This is my kind of day!)

August 26th – National Dog Day - This is a day to honor dogs for all that they do for us. Giving us unconditional love and companionship, but many dogs are watchdogs, help the blind and disabled, search and rescue and sniff out bombs and drugs. It’s a day to acknowledge homelessness and abuse and maybe adopt a rescued dog! It’s a great opportunity to recognize and appreciate the value, love and importance of dogs in our lives and a very special part of our families.

Now for my joke of the month:

Little Harold was practicing the violin in the living room while his father was trying to read in the den. The family dog, a Westie, was lying in the den, and as the screeching sounds of little Harold’s violin reached his ears, he began to howl loudly. The father listened to the dog and the violin as long as he could. Then he jumped up, slammed his paper to the floor and yelled above the noise, “For Pete’s sake. Can’t you play something the dog doesn’t know?!”

Did you guess the breed of the month? Yup, it was an easy one this month… a West Highland White Terrier! Did you know that the Westie is very affectionate and makes a great addition to any family? They are devoted and loving and make a great “travel dog” because of their size. They generally weigh between 13-22 pounds, and have a bright white coat that needs to be brushed daily.

I don’t have any Westies in the dog park, but if you know of any please tell them about me and all the fun that we have! At http://www.dogcandlesandmore.com/ we have three views of Westie!

What great gifts they make! A cool candle or an awesome ornament! Even a coffee mug or magnet too!

Augusts deal is a continuation of July’s offer. Just use the code “firework” and you will receive free shipping on any order placed by August 31st! Held over by popular demand!

Enjoy these last few weeks of summer! The school routine will be back before you know it. Take time to enjoy an evening walk with your special 4 footed friend!

May all your wags be happy!

Love, Fido

PS. Don’t forget to take advantage of FREE SHIPPING this month! Use the coupon code ‘firework” and receive free shipping on all orders placed by August 31st!

Pet Photo Contest Winner for May

Hello All,

A big congratulations goes out do my new friend Lucy Belle. She is our pet photo of the month. Lucy Belle belongs to Olivia of Stow, Ohio. Lucy Belle will be turning 1 on June 24th so in honor of her birthday, I would like any of you that have photos of your pet celebrating their birthday to send them in for our contest. I am going to hold this one open until July 31st, but be sure and send them in soon. The winner at that time will receive a custom photo magnet of their birthday celebration.

This is a picture of Lucy Belle. Check out her competition at www.DogCandlesAndMore.com/petpics along with all of my friends.

Don't forget that our June special is still in effect at www.DogCandlesAndMore.com. Any candle order will receive a box of Birthday Cards featuring adorable dogs like Lucy Belle! They are valued at $7 .95.

May all your wags be happy!


Love, Fido

PS Be sure and watch for my next newsletter coming soon with some special tips regarding your dog.

Happy May!

Hi Everyone!

Happy May! Pretty soon those grills will be firing up with yummy hot dogs and hamburgers cooking away. Ahhh… those wonderful smells! Baseball season has started, and yes I am a fan of my home team, those Cleveland Indians! Go Tribe!

May Fun Facts:
May 6^th – No diet day **Yippee! Let’s all go for ice cream!!
May 10^th – Mother’s Day
May 24^th – Brother’s Day ** I have a great brother! His name is Andrew!
May 29^th – Hug your Cat Day ** I wonder if they have a hug your dog day?

Now for my joke of the month

An avid duck hunter was in the market for a new bird dog. His search ended when he found a dog that could actually walk on water to retrieve a duck. Shocked by his find, he was sure none of his friends would ever believe him.

He decided to try to break the news to a friend of his, a pessimist by nature, and invited him to hunt with him and his new dog. As they waited by the shore, a flock of ducks flew by. They fired, and a duck fell. The dog responded and jumped into the water. The dog, however, did not sink but instead walked across the water to retrieve the bird, never getting more than his paws wet. The friend saw everything but did not say a single word.

On the drive home the hunter asked his friend, "Did you notice anything unusual about my new dog?"

"I sure did," responded his friend. "He can't swim.”

Did you guess the breed of the month? It’s a little tricky, since there are several bird dogs, the list includes, the pointer, English Setter, Red Setter, German Shorthair Pointer and the Brittany to name a few. I chose the Brittany, to be my breed of the month.

Did you know that the Brittany is widely considered easy to train and is sensitive, and good-tempered? They are also known to get along well with other dogs and can work as a team. They weigh between 30 and 40 lbs and require regular brushing, but their coat is easy to maintain. The Brittany will point and hold his game and will retrieve both on land and in water. He is used primarily in the United States for bird hunting, but is used on both fur and feather in France.

This is one of the Brittany Candles that we recently made.
I don’t know of any Brittany’s that have joined my dog park, but if you know any, please tell them about me and all the fun we have!

May all your wags be happy!



Love, Fido

Are you and your dog feeling stressed out over the economy?

Are you stressed over the current recession? You could be stressing out your dog too! Recent research from the University of Florida states that dogs are more aware of human behavior than previously believed. Dogs can pick up our tone, body language and our sense of fear. So, if you are nervous about the economy remember that your best friend is watching!

To help calm your dog and yourself, here are a few tips to keep in mind.

Your dog can pick up on your tone of voice and body language. Try to keep a moderate tone even when talking about stressful situations.

If your schedule has changed, due to lack of employment, try to keep your dogs schedule the same or modify it over time. Any sudden changes should be avoided.

Make sure meal time and walks are at the same time everyday. Just like you take time to adjust when you go on vacation, your dog needs some time to adjust as well.

Veterinary care is still a must for your dog! Things might be a bit tight, but it is important for your dog to stay healthy to avoid preventable issues. Some vets might even help out with a payment plan! Your dog is a member of the family and you wouldn't put off health care for a loved one.

Exercise everyday! Its fun, cheap and easy and it’s a huge stress releaser! The endorphins that you feel when exercising, have the same effect on your dog.

Your dog can be your best friend and he is always there to listen! They can be a great source of stress relief just by being a non judgmental and offer unconditional love. And besides, who can't smile when they get a big wet kiss from their favorite pooch!

Fragrances have also been shown to relieve stress. One of the best is Lavender. DogCandlesAndMore.com offers a great relaxing lavender candle. Here is a picture of a Bernese Mountain Dog in a 24oz candle.

Hello All,

A big congratulations goes out do my new friend Buster. He is our pet photo of the month. Buster belongs to Ed and Cindy of Painesville, Ohio. Ed and Cindy will receive an "I Love My Dog" candle.

If you haven't sent in your pictures, you still have time to enter the April contest. I would love to see some of you dressed up in your easter best or maybe with ears like mine!


This is a picture of Buster. He is a border collie mix and is a rescue from the Cleveland Dog Pound. This is not Buster's first appearance in the news. Check out his full story at www.DogCandlesAndMore.com/petpics.



Don't forget that our April special is still in effect at http://www.dogcandlesandmore.com/. Use coupon code "Bunny" you will receive Free Shipping . Better hurry, I can only offer this discount until April 30, 2009.




May all your wags be happy!

Love, Fido
PS Be sure and watch for my May newsletter around the 1st.