Hello and HAPPY HALLOWEEN from all of us here at DoggiBling.com!   We hope you and all your pets have a healthy, happy, safe and most importantly FUN Halloween!!!

Get out, take your pooch Trick-or-Treating, and see how many people come ready to give not only your kids, but your dogs some treats as well!!  We’ll be back, bright and early Monday morning with all your dog needs, wants, tips, tricks and ideas!

Happy Halloween!

Halloween is only ONE day away, and with that, I thought I’d offer up some awesome Halloween survey results that I found while browsing around the world wide web.  I always thought and assumed that of all Holidays, Halloween was one of the biggest when it comes to pet participation, and after seeing some of these results, my assumptions were confirmed!

If you’re anything like me, you might be a little hesitant to actually dress your dog up, opting instead for a Halloween inspired scarf or bandanna, but it appears that we’re in the minority!  Check out the results of a survey done on Dogster.com:

“* 65% of dog owners will be including their pooches in Halloween festivities this year.
* 40% have definite plans to dress up their dogs.
* 72% of those dressing up their dogs will be buying their outfits rather than making them at home.
* 46% percent think the coolest costume last year was Captain Jack Sparrow from Pirates of the Caribbean.
* 43% say their pets resent wearing costumes.
* 19% of dog owners say their pets love getting gussied up for Halloween-the more outrageous the outfit, the better.”“

My favorite little fact is that while 40% of us are going to dress our poochs’ up for Halloween, 43% of us believe that our pets resent actually wearing them!  Hilarious.  Whatever the case may be, you have only one day left to pick out your dog costumes, get them all dressed up, get the dog-safe treat bowls filled and prepare yourself for the festivities!

It is officially entering into that special time of year we all like to call HOLIDAY SEASON.  With Halloween just a whisper away, Thanksgiving rapidly sneaking up and yes, Christmas on the horizon, it is pretty clear that in the next few months, you and your loved ones will most likely be doing some serious traveling.  Whether it is by plane, train or yes, automobile, if you’re anything like me, your furry friends are going to be right next to you the whole way.  The question is, how do you make that as smooth a vacation as possible for you AND your canine companion?

The good news is, if you have a few important tips in your brain, traveling with pets can be a seamless and fun process.  It doesn’t Have to result in stress, and if you keep some of the following things in mind, your holiday season this year can be a great time for everyone!

• Always, I repeat Always, make sure your pets vaccinations are up to date, current, and complete.  If you can’t take your pooch with you and kenneling is your option, make sure they are vaccinated for kennel cough as well.
• Make sure your dog has his or her collar with current information on the ID Tag.  If you’re out of town for your holiday, make sure the temporary address is on there too.
• Don’t forget the food and water!  Small changes in your dogs diet can lead to an uncomfortable and stressed dog.  Not fun.
• Bring extra Lint removers for anyone that’s not going to be as used to the dog hair as you are!
• Bring carpet cleaners, trash bags and clean up kits in case of any accidents.  Your hosts shouldn’t be responsible.
• Invest in a high quality dog carrier.
• Invest in a high quality dog crate.
• Always let your dog use the bathroom before any public stops or events.
• Look locally for a pet-sitter for the day, or a kennel that will keep your dog for the day so you can enjoy your holiday location pet-free for a day or two.

Bottom line, if you plan accordingly, pack appropriately, and follow some very simple guidelines, you can have an amazing holiday without the pain, stress, and hassle so many people associate with pet-travel.  Don’t leave your furry friends behind, travel with them and let everyone Else enjoy them too!

The countdown has officially begun:  Only 9 days left until one of the best holidays of the year for all of us that love making our dogs even cuter than they already are.  If you’ve never put a costume on your dog, NOW is the time to start.  If you are a seasoned veteran when it comes to Dog Costumes, maybe now is the year you turn it all around, and make your dog the best dressed pooch on the block.  Trust me, people see a dog in a costume and instantly the holiday is better.

So, without further ado, here are a few of my favorite dog costumes I dug up.  My personal favorites are probably the superhero costumes, but I have a very warm and special place in my heart for the Hippie.  Which do you like the most?  Whichever you choose, head over and start shopping, only 9 days left!