Here at Paw Luxury we are passionate about doing good by striving to give back to our community. One of our missions is to choose charitable organizations to support. From funding specific projects to donating products or our time to a cause that will benefit non-profits and animals. But we feel the most important thing anyone can do is bark the word & spread awareness about a bark worthy cause or charity.
We’re strongly committed to to taking care of our environment, our communities and, most importantly, the future generation of dog lovers. We foster the belief that giving feeds the soul. So, that is why we have decided to start a new blog segment titled “Helping Paws: Spotlight on a Charity”. Every #woofwednesday on Twitter we will be spotlighting a pet charity, our unsung heroes who are dedicated to enriching & saving the lives of our deserving four legged friends. Our hope is that this segment will encourage you to give your time & voice in support of these wonderful charities. Together we can all make a difference!!
Todays “Helping Paws” Spotlight on a Charity is PAWS Atlanta. PAWS Atlanta is a humane society located in Decatur, Georgia, just 10 minutes east of Atlanta.
What they do?
As a no kill shelter the cats and dogs in PAWS Atlanta’s care stay there until they get adopted. Every pet adopted from PAWS Atlanta is spayed or neutered, current on vaccinations, de wormed and microchipped.
The cats at PAWS Atlanta live in a cage free environment.
The dogs at PAWS Atlanta have inside and outside dog runs and a one acre wooded dog trail an off leash area.
In our 43rd year of operation PAWS Atlanta started operations as The Dekalb Humane Society. The name was changed in 2006 because of the incorrect perception that Dekalb County funded the organization.
In fact PAWS Atlanta has always operated on donations from the public, grants and fundraisers.
Most of the animals at PAWS Atlanta are picked up from local animal control offices. Unfortunately the supply is always greater than the demand and our cage space is rarely empty. Having said that PAWS Atlanta does adopt more than 1,000 animals a year. The sad fact of pet overpopulation dictates that regardless of how effective we are at finding them homes, there will always be more.
PAWS Atlanta does offer a vaccination clinic at least twice a month that is open to the public. This allows folks to get their pets vaccinated for $45 or to get a heartworm test or a la carte shots.
How Can You Help?
PAWS Atlanta can use help in a number of different ways:
1. Bark or Meow the Word. Pass the word about one of our great cats or dogs to your circles of influence. Hey, you can use your tweets & blogging talents for good. Follow us on Twitter & tell your friends to the same and blog about our charity:)
2. Attend one of our fundraisers. The next one is October 10, The Posh PAWty for PAWS Atlanta, hosted by Victoria Stilwell from the hit show “Its Me or The Dog”.
You can purchase tickets to The Posh PAWty here.
3. Volunteer. We need folks to get walk dogs, socialize dogs, clean cat litter trays, tape animals (then upload them to YouTube) and more. How do you become a volunteer?
4. Adopt. Adopting a pet is the ultimate form of recycling. Get a shelter dog or cat, that’s an easy way to help… Besides the joy of being a parent is priceless!
Regardless of how you can help, or what you can do-THANKS!
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Summertime fun means mud baths & than tub time. Product spotlight: Dirty & Hairy Repel Conditioning Shampoo July 14th, 2009
Summertime fun + your dog = a dirty & hairy doggy mess.
We all love a good romp in the woods or doggy play date at the park, but most times we find ourselves having to clean up after the fun. Fido tends to do his darnedest to get as dirty as he possible can.
Well fear not we have your little helper that can make bath time a breeze and at the same time help save the day next time fido gets dirty.
Drum roll please: Dirty & Hairy Repel Conditioning Shampoo, Dirty & Hairy Repel Conditioner & Dirty & Hairy Repel Natural Pet Spray Odor Neutralizer to the rescue!
We will be the first to admit that we love our adventurous dog Lola, but not her odor & muddy paw prints on the couch. Is your dog dirty and hairy? Does he or she like to run through the mud, frolic in ditches, and root through debris? Well, now there is a spa line created with the dirtiest paws in mind. Dirty & Hairy Green Tea & Lime Repel Conditioning Shampoo is made with mild, puppy safe coconut base. It gentle cleansing agents remove dirt and grime without stripping fur’s natural oils. It will not wash out spot on flea and tick control products. Infused with citronella to repel bugs and fleas…naturally! With no harsh detergents or artificial colors. So, go ahead, make your dogs day spa!
Dirty & Hairy’s Green Tea & Lime Repel conditioning rinse moisturizes short fur, and detangles longer hair. Made with top of the line ingredients naturally derived from vegetable oils, this conditioner has inherent moisturizing properties, to leave your dog luxuriously soft. Infused with citronella to repel bugs and fleas…naturally!
Dirty & Hairy’s Natural Pet Spray is perfect for those days when there’s just not enough time to bathe the dog! Infused with citronella to repel bugs and fleas…naturally! The spray contains proprietary odor-eater ingredient that neutralizes odor to keep your pet and house odor free. Has an invigorating Light and refreshing tea tree and lime scent. With no harsh detergents or artificial colors. Great news, like Febreze “its a breath of fresh air”, you can use this spray on bedding, carpet & upholstery. Hey, you may forget you have a dog!
Repel bugs & ticks
Free of pyrethrin based pesticides
Human grade ingredients -safe for puppies and other pets
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Are you having another one of those sleepless nights wedged in between the Abominable Snore-man & Little Miss Kicks Alot? Has your dog taken over the pillow, stolen the sheets and there’s no room for your head? Perhaps, as the “Top Dog” you’re left grasping for the edge of the bed, finding yourself demoted to the floor while your dog stretches out in luxury and your significant other has sweet dreams.
Truth be told those sad yet cute puppy eyes makes it hard to say no, but know one likes their tootsie hanging off the bed. But don’t be sad, gone all the days of solely banishing your dog on the cold floor, now he can sleep in the lap of luxury on a bed of his own. A place to call his own & retreat for a much needed power nap after a day of chasing squirrels is every dogs dream. With his very own place to flop, you won’t be able to blame your dog for making you wake up on the wrong side of bed or on the floor.
With a summer packed full of fun activities & things to do, sleep is very important if you are going to keep up. Grandparents visiting toddlers & grandchildren you can relate. Reward your pup with a comfy place to flop so you refuel with some Zzzz’s. Just like you, the health and well-being of your dog is not only dependent on diet & exercise. But it also depends on how much comfortable sleep and rest he and you both get. Here are some tips on choosing the perfect dog bed for your furry companion.
1. One Size Does Not Fit All- Just like dogs, dog beds come in all shapes, colors & sizes. So it is important to be mindful of your dogs “paw-sonality & sleeping habits when finding the perfect bed, since comfort is key to a good nights sleep for you and Spot. You should know that there are dog beds that can accommodate a variety of your dog’s special needs. Heated dog beds and orthopedic foam dog beds are available and are excellent choices for older and arthritic dogs.
What is your dog’s sleep preference & personality?
Curlers (aka Fur ball) –
They like to be securely enclosed by their bed, a bumper or cuddler bed will do. Your dog would love a Donut dog bed. If hey had a choice they probably would enjoy spending a Friday night curled up on the couch with a bowl of popcorn, Kleenex & a sappy movie (The Notebook).
Leaners – They prefer the support of a back bolster and a sense of security. Your dog would be a huge fan of bolster beds. If this dog was human he probably would start planning for retirement at age 10 and have quite a portfolio to match (low risk of course).
Sprawlers – 
They stretch out in all directions like their care free spirit and you can often find them belly up. If you share the bed at night with your dog and find your self on the floor with a bump on your head then you guessed it, your dog is a sprawler. The perfect fit would be dog pads & mats.
Burrowers (aka Cave dogs) – 
They like to dig and hide which is their very nature and what they were born to do. So they are not alien to burrowing under the sheets or hiding under a stack of dirty laundry. They are probably adventurous and have been known by the pack as Indiana Dog. Your dog would love Nesting beds.
3. Your Dog’s Size- The size of your dog is an important consideration, but make sure the bed is nicely padded for comfort. Whatever size your dog is, pick a dog bed that is slightly larger than him or her. This is to allow room for growth, especially for puppies, and allow room for movement.
So how do you measure your dog for the perfect fit?
Now that you have figured out your dogs sleeping preference, it’s time to measure him for that perfect pure-bed just for him. So get out your cloth ruler or for all you resourceful pups who don’t have a ruler a piece of rope will do. While your dog is lying down, measure your dog’s length from the tip of her nose to the tip of her tail. Add 10-12 inches to obtain the best length for the bed. Add an additional 2-4 inches if your dog likes to stretch out.
3. Easily Washable-Make sure the dog bed is machine washable. Some beds require you to take it a apart for a good cleaning so make sure it is made of removable and washable materials. It will definitely get dirty and smelly, so it is important that you can easily wash it anytime. Make sure too that the material is appropriate for the dog’s fu. Look for machine washable bedding if at all possible. ***Note: Follow Washing Instructions Carefully***
4. Location, Location, Location- Where will you put your dog bed? This is also an important consideration when choosing a bed for your pet so you can pick the right material. Some dog beds are more suitable for an indoor location like in the bedroom or living room instead of outdoors, like in a porch for instance. Climate and local weather are important factors to consider as well. Choose a dog bed that will provide warmth for your dog in winter and air circulation during summer.
5. Quality & Durability -The dog bed must be able to withstand Fido’s fascination with chewing and his sharp claws. We all know dogs can be a messy handful so chose a bed that can weather the storm of Hurricane Spot, withstand the wrath of the Un-Decorator, and do battle against the Chew-minator. Picking a dog bed cover or bed that is washable and made of durable fabric is key. Also, for those who like to color coordinate with their decor there are many beds to chose from that won’t be an eye sore but will complement your home furnishing. Your dog will definitely appreciate his own bed, space and little slice of heaven.
So say good-bye to the edge of the bed and hello to the sleep fairy. As for your husbands snoring you may just have to invest in ear plugs!!
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