Newman trots about Back Bay on his days off, enjoying the normal life of an English Bull Terrier. But when duty (as opposed to doody) calls, Newman dons his cape and flies about Boston engaging…
Posts Published by Kathy Palmer
I grew up in NJ and Belgium and eventually settled in Portland, ME. Until missing the big city, which inspired a return to Boston in 2010, and the opening of Fish & Bone on Newbury Street. Fish & Bone and its original sibling store Fetch (est. 2000) bring together some of the things I love the most: animals, real food, great design, having an impact, the natural world, urban life, creative solutions, good community, and a good laugh. Zip is all pug, but I'm a cultural mutt.
Anxiety Relief
Ahh, July in New England. Don’t you just love the relief and the excitement of a good thunderstorm? Or the grand finale of that quintessentially American spectacle of the 4th of July fireworks? Not really?…
Twofer Tuesday: Dog Toys!
We like bargains so we figure you probably do too, right? Tuesdays are great days for special deals….they are kind of like the Jan Brady of weekdays, perfectly nice but no one seems to make…
Monday Meow: Charlie
This is Charlie, a 1 yr old tuxedo/mix. As you can see, he likes finding comfortable places to hang out. This sink seems just right for a summer lounging spot! Celebrity alter ego: The…
Review: Swamp Cooler & Kool Dog Collar
Products: Ruffwear’s Swamp Cooler Jacket and the Kool Collar for Dogs. Purpose: Keeping dogs cool in the heat. Both products use evaporative cooling to lower body temperature. The Swamp Cooler needs to be wet to work….
How to Beat the Heat, Part 1
Here’s Zip geared up for a hot summer commute into work. We walk in from the South End, so it’s about 30 minutes at pug pace to get to the store on Newbury Street. That’s…
Acana Enhances Regional Line of Pet Foods
Champion just announced that they’ve enhanced the Acana line of regional (regional to Alberta, CA) dog foods. From their press release, seems like the enhancements are about making the foods slightly lower on the glycemic…
Only $50 to Adopt a Cat
If you’re thinking about adopting a cat, this is the purrrrfect time. From June 22-24, say hello to your new kitty for only $50! At the Animal Rescue League of Boston or MSPCA adoption centers.