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Friends and family gathered on Saturday night at the YMCA of Greenwich to celebrate the retirement of Elvis. The Guiding Eyes for the Blind dog, at 8-1/2 years old, has worked for Amy Dixon throughout illness and on the road to becoming a standout para athlete. Dixon competes in paratriathlons and Elvis has traveled both near and far with her. In his retirement he will enjoy hiking, kayaking and snacking in northern Connecticut with Dixon’s mother. Continue Reading →
Students at Beacon School met a CHAMPS dog who is a true canine hero. Dino, a German shepherd just returned from mine detection duty in Afghanistan. The Beacon School, part of Greenwich Education Group, will be hosting an Admissions Open House event on Sunday, November 8, 2015, from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm at 111 West North Street in Stamford. Continue Reading →
On John Street two dogs got into a fight and the owner of one of the dogs was bitten on the leg in the process. She went to the Emergency Room and a rabies protocol was triggered. There have been 24 dog bites reported in Greenwich since January. Continue Reading →
Dr. Philip Putter worked for a local animal hospital for several years while serving as Adopt-A-Dog’s veterinarian as well. Branching out on his own, he and a small group of vets will open their own local animal hospital in 2016. In the meantime his clients are enjoying his concierge service, “Spot On” Vet Care. Continue Reading →
The sun broke through the clouds on Sunday, just in time for the annual Howl & Prowl parade and costume contest on Greenwich Ave. The event is a fundraiser for Adopt-A-Dog. Continue Reading →
Greenwich Police Department’s K9 Kato has been awarded a bullet and stab protective vest from Vested Interest in K9s, Inc, a non profit based in Massachusetts. Since 2009, Vested Interest in K9s, Inc has provided over 1,550 protective vests in 49 states, through private and corporate donations, at a cost of over $1.4 million. Continue Reading →
Raleigh & Co, a shop for discerning pet owners is located is located at 209 Bruce Park Avenue across from J. Papers, Bon Ton Fish Market and Greenwich Prime Meats. The shop, which had its grand opening on Oct. 10, features a curated assortment of products ranging from organic dog treats, stylish leashes raincoats and sweaters. There are also unique toys and beds for both dogs and cats. Continue Reading →
The grand opening of Raleigh, a curated pets boutique is Saturday, Oct 10. Owners Betsy and Diane saw the need to open Raleigh & Co. after experiencing difficulties accessing the best products for their beagle, Raleigh, who was found wandering the streets of Raleigh, North Carolina in 2002. Continue Reading →
At the Knights of Columbus semi-annual flea market, among the treasures and bargains are the Greyhound Rescue & Rehabilitation volunteers and adoptable dogs whose usefulness as racers in the midwest and south has come to an end. These dogs are calm, gently, funny and smart. They don’t drool and they’re not smelly! Continue Reading →
Bill and Barbara Gorgas adopted two Golden Retrievers who had belonged to the Monsigneur at St. Mary’s Church on Greenwich Avenue. So many people recognized the dogs from their romps in the church yard. The Gorgases had Clancy and Chase, who were brothers, for just over a year when Clancy died suddenly of a form of cancer that was not detected during his recent vet check and blood work. The Gorgas learned the type of cancer is common with Golden Retrievers and started ClancysCure an endowment to raise funds for research for a cure. Continue Reading →