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5 Mobile Veterinarians in Austin to Minimize Your Pet’s Stress

Posted on July 22, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

Mobile Veterinarians in Austin Texas

Anyone who has a furbaby will agree that our pets are among the most wonderful treasures in the world (even if they cause mischief every now and then). But getting them to the vet can be stressful for everyone involved–furry family member and owner. Luckily, there are multiple businesses in the Austin area that offer mobile veterinary services! If you’re looking for a less stressful way to fit in annual or routine appointments, read on to learn about five local mobile veterinarians who provide gentle house calls for you and your pets.

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: dogs

Support These Austin Retail Businesses by Shopping From Home

Posted on April 9, 2020 by Brittany Ballard

Shop Austin Businesses Online
Buy beautiful artwork from local artists online at Austin Art Garage

Staying safe at home has required many of Austin’s retail businesses to close their brick-and-mortar doors. Fortunately, today’s technology allows us the joy of continuing to shop at our favorite stores, while showing support to these local shops.

We’ve curated a list of retail businesses you can support from home, ranging from clothing, to home goods, and more. 

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Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: beauty, dogs

Focus on Your Dog Squad at First Sundays Yappy Hour

Posted on March 28, 2019 by Brittany Ballard

Grab your best friend and head to South Congress Hotel for First Sundays Yappy Hour

It’s no secret Austin is always bustlin’ with events. And while many of them may be dog-friendly, not many are entirely dedicated to our furry friends. Now, there’s an event that gives you both a chance to socialize, while getting free pet food and product samples. It’s called First Sundays Yappy Hour.

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Filed Under: Entertainment, Events Tagged With: dogs, soco

7 Austin Animal Shelters Where You Can Find Your New Best Friend

Posted on January 18, 2019 by Samantha Saenz

Best Austin Animal Shelters

The author’s dog, Trooper, is a prime example of the many loving adoptees that are waiting for you in Austin

Austin proudly became a No Kill city in 2010. A few years later, The Huffington Post named Austin one of the safest U.S. cities for dogs and cats. Great work, Austin. I’m proud to call you home!

When you’re ready to let a furry friend invade your heart and home, help us stay No Kill by adopting a dog, cat, or even bunny from an Austin animal shelter. Below are seven local rescue groups that will help you get matched to your perfect animal companion. And don’t forget to spay and neuter, like Bob Barker always said!

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Filed Under: Austinot Loves, Discoveries, Et Cetera, Non-Profits Tagged With: dogs

How ZilkerBark’s Viral Dog Photography Grew From Nothing

Posted on May 3, 2018 by Guest Blogger

ZilkerBark Austin Dog PhotographyGuest article by Steven Souza

Alex Hopes is living the Austin-American dream. If you’re one of the 138,000 people who follow his Instagram account, ZilkerBark, then you know him as the guy who takes photos of dogs in Austin.

As popular as he’s become in the past few years, the life he has today has only been possible through a lot of hard work. I got to spend an afternoon with Hopes, two of his dogs, and his camera in–where else–Zilker Park.

Here’s a glimpse into how Austin’s most famous dog photographer got to where he is today. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: dogs

Vote for Strawberry Nutella Toast in the Tèo Gelato Flavor Creation Contest

Posted on April 6, 2018 by Samantha Saenz

Strawberry Nutella Toast at Teo Gelato Austin

Want fresh strawberries, swirls of Nutella, and biscotti chunks? Order Strawberry Nutella Toast gelato at Tèo
(Credit: @dollarsaenz)

You scream, I scream, we all scream for…gelato! This popular saying typically ends with “ice cream,” but after you try the award-winning gelato at Tèo Expresso Gelato & Bella Vita, I’m pretty sure you’ll consider the permanent switch like I have.

For the past few months, I’ve been secretly working with Tèo owner, Mathew Lee, in his kitchen to create my own one-of-a-kind flavor for the Tèo Flavor Creation Contest. Strawberry Nutella Toast is the result of my work, and I’m proud to say it’s every bit as good as it looks and sounds.

Eager for a taste and more info on how you can support Austin Pets Alive!? Keep reading.

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Filed Under: Food, Food & Drink Tagged With: dogs, teo

Austinites Heal With Kermit the Therapy Dog

Posted on March 14, 2018 by Guest Blogger

Kermit Therapy Dog Austin Texas

Kermit the Therapy Dog

Guest article by Jesselyn Parks

“We were sitting underneath a tree and looking out over the field”, Melissa Unfred said, with a palpable, reflective calm in her voice. She’s telling this story over a speakerphone, with the roar of the highway audible on the line.

Unfred is 1,100 miles into a 1,300-mile journey. She’s returning to Austin from Parkland, Fla., the site of one of America’s most deadly school shootings. The faint panting of her certified Therapy Dog, Kermit, is not far off in the distance, coloring the phone call with a repetitive beat.

Kermit loves car rides. “Kids and parents would come and sit down next to us, and just quietly stroke his fur.” During the trip, Kermit’s working vest displayed in large, bold font: Therapy Dog. Please Pet Me. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Austinot Loves, Discoveries Tagged With: dogs

Make a Special Connection Doing Yoga With Your Dog at Austin Doga

Posted on July 14, 2017 by Guest Blogger

Austin Doga Class

Austin Doga founder, Nicole Vykoukal (center), poses with her dog, Bonnie, and members of her class

Guest article by Sarah Snyder

For lovers of yoga who are invested in the tradition of keeping Austin weird, Austin Doga invites you and your dog to experience yoga together.

Appropriate for small, medium, and large dogs of all breeds, walking into an Austin Doga session is like walking into a room full of puppy love. Dogs are excited and people chat until founder Nicole Vykoukal begins [Read more…]

Filed Under: Activities, Discoveries Tagged With: dogs, yoga

A Day in the Life of a Professional Dog Photographer in Austin

Posted on May 3, 2017 by Caitlin Johnson

Dog Photographer in Austin

It’s 8 a.m. and I’m in South Austin meeting Krista Allenby of Ruff Adventures for an adventure and photo session with Gary, the Brussels Griffon. I’m awake and functioning much earlier than I’m used to, but Allenby explains that mornings are when she goes on most of her adventures. It’s just one of the steps this Austin dog photographer takes to ensure her four-legged subjects are happy, comfortable, and safe.

Krista Allenby is one of the lucky few who are able to turn their passion into a business. For her, being a dog photographer in one of the most dog-friendly cities in the country is both exciting and rewarding.

Ruff Adventures’ clients come in all different shapes, sizes, and temperaments. But years of experience have taught Allenby how to capture their personalities while they adventure to their favorite spots around Austin. [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: dogs

8 of Austin’s Most Dog-Friendly Patios

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Jaclyn Hubersberger

Most Dog-friendly Patios in Austin

Prudence lusts after my turkey leg during the 2016 Pecan Street Festival in downtown Austin (Credit: Jaclyn Hubersberger)

You’d be hard-pressed to find a more dog-friendly place than Austin, since humanity’s best friends are allowed in the majority of our city’s outdoor spaces. In a place that frequently makes it onto Top 10 lists for dog-friendliness, Austin has no shortage of dog parks, off-leash hiking trails and swimming holes where both you and your pup can cool off. Our Capital City is also home to more than 35 pet photographers, a doggie yoga studio, and Yard Bar–a restaurant/bar and dog park rolled into one.

While most restaurant and bar patios welcome the four-legged variety, there happen to be a few I enjoy more than others when I have my beloved rescue pup, Prudence, in tow. From dive bars to diners, ranch-to-table restaurants to beer gardens, this list has something for every dog (and owner). [Read more…]

Filed Under: Discoveries, Local Business Tagged With: dogs

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