Cosette, an Adorable Maltese and New Member of CentralArF

Cosette is a 6 year old Maltese that has puppy clip. Isn't he adorable? Photo, JoAnna Levenglick

Nipper, The RCA Victor Dog

Nipper is one of the most recognized dogs used for a company. It was very clever how they had the dog look directly into the direction of where the sound came from on the Victrola. Read more information about Nipper on; www.centralArF.TV Look under celeb dogs. Photo, RCA

Dog Hotel and Spa in Hollywood

Not only do people like to be pampered, but so do dogs. In Hollywood, California you can find a very special pet hotel and spa where you can check your pet into it's own room by the night. The D Pet Hotel offers meals, day care, and very special rooms with attractive beds for your dog. The rooms even come with a 42 inch flat screen TV set. A vet is on duty for 24 hours/day in case your dog gets sick while at the spa. Contact the hotel for the rates. Photo, D Pet Hotels

Photo, D Pets Hotels

Manhattan Pit Bull Wears Red Nail Polish

This dog is owned by the man in the post listed below who is seen being sent home by the police. This is a female dog that is tied to a street light with a very short rope. The owner goes to the corner of 60th and Lexington Avenue in Manhattan and panhandles. He uses about 7 animals to capture the attention of people who walk past him with hopes that they will put money in his hat on the sidewalk. This is a horrible example of animal abuse and the man only gets sent home when he is caught by the police. See more info. below. Photo, JoAnna Levenglick

Photo, JoAnna Levenglick

Man Abuses Puppies in the Streets of Manhattan

The man who is wearing a hat and standing between the two police officers was sent home for jeopardising the safety of a litter of puppies. The scene took place across from Bloomingdales at Lexington Ave. and 60th street. I have seen this man who will stand outside with a pit bull, guinea pig, cat, another dog and in this case a litter of puppies. He ties the pit bull up on a very short chain to the lamp post. If you look carefully you can see the dog on the left side of the top photo. The bottom two photos show the puppies in a box. They had nothing to eat or drink. The officers did not arrest the man, but rather sent him home. This abuse is terrible. The same man does it all of the time when he stands outside all day with his animals. He has been reported numerous times, and keeps coming back with his hat on the ground for donation. Photo, JoAnna Levenglick

Photo, JoAnna Levenglick

Photo, JoAnna Levenglick

Flu Shots for Your Dog...You Betcha!

Dogs are known to get the flu just the same way as people. Reports have been surfacing the media outlets such as the New York Times that many dog owners are more concerned now than ever for their pet. Considering the concern that people have over the Swine Flu, it now is making more awareness that dogs too get the flu. H3N8 as it is known is a flu that a dog can get from contact from another dog. This is also known as Kennel Cough which was first discovered in 2004. It is a contagious respiratory infection that includes; coughing, runny nose and fever....sound familiar? Currently the flu is in more than 30 states and it occurs year round. The most likely places for your dog to catch H3N8 is where there are a lot of dogs in one location such as; kennels, boarding facilities, and shelters. The Department of Agriculture just approved of a influenza vaccine in May, 2009. It is manufactured by Plough Animal Health Corp. Check with you vet for fees on this shot. If you want more information on this illness, go to www.NewYorkTimes.com
Photo, JoAnna Levenglick

Dining Out Has Gone to the Dogs

This picture was taken at Big Nicks Burger on the Upper West Side of Manhattan. It is not only people eat out, but the dogs do too. If you look closely you can see that the couple in the foreground each have a dog. There were about 5 dogs sitting outside with their owners when this picture was taken. Photo, JoAnna Levenglick