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Estabrook Woods

Posted on January 28, 2009 by Jana — No Comments ↓

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This past weekend Riley and I took a ride to Concord Mass.  We had heard about an off-leash parked called Estabrook Woods.  This park may be my favorite park so far.  There were 800 acres of land all for Riley to run around on.  There were ponds, pastures and awesome paths to walk around and take in the scenery.  It being winter and all the park was pretty covered in snow, but I could just imagine what the park would look like when the tree’s are full of leaves and the fields are covered in green grass.  The people and other dogs that we met there were super friendly and they let us know about Hutchins Pond that is in the reservation.  They said it is one of the best places to take your pup during the warm weather to let them take a dip and cool off.  Since Riley is part Lab, she loves to swim!  So if you don’t mind taking a little car ride to treat your pup for the day, Estabrook Woods is a dogs paradise.  Riley can’t wait for summer to roll around to try out Hutchins Pond.

Posted in Dog Friendly Places, Parks and Beaches

Cause To Paws

Posted on January 21, 2009 by Jana — No Comments ↓

l2.jpg I’m definitely one of those owners that spoils their pup.  Whenever I find a shop that sales unique toys or treats, you can bet that I will be there.  Cause to Paws has so many different goodies to choose from, its impossible to pick out just a couple things.  The store was a little cluttered because they have everything you can imagine.  They even had sweaters that were big enough to fit Riley, who is 60+ pounds.  Even though I’m not big on sweaters for her, its nice that they provide clothing for large dogs.  I did think that their toys were overpriced and the owners dog that is free to stroll around the store can be a little nasty to other dogs.  However, that dog weighs less than Riley’s head so I wasn’t too nervous about it.  But if I was them I would want my pup to be a little better around dogs, it can be bad for business to have a dog that is aggressive towards dogs that are coming in the store.  I probably wont be visiting this store very often because of its prices, but if you don’t mind spending some money on your pup than this store is for you.  If not, I would suggest finding a different pet store. 

Coolidge Corner
1386A Beacon St
Brookline, MA 02446
(888) 318-7297

www.causetopaws.com

Store Hours:

  • Monday Closed
  • Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday   11-6:30
  • Thursday  11-7
  • Saturday  10-6
  • Sunday  12-5
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    Cloud Chaser Dog Jacket

    Posted on January 20, 2009 by Jana — No Comments ↓

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    Since I am a dog walker/runner, I am out in every type of weather condition. Whether it’s rain, snow, sunshine, or whatever mother nature feels like throwing at us the dogs still have to go out. Riley has the privilege of coming with me on a lot of my walking and running sessions during the day.  Since I have a great water and windproof jacket, I thought it was only far that Riley has one too.  I recently bought an all year round jacket made by Ruff Wear for her.  It’s a soft shell jacket that is waterproof and windproof with a fleece lining inside of the jacket to keep her warm.  The first time we tried it out, it happened to rain the entire day.  Riley can sometimes be a little bit of a baby when its raining out but with her new jacket on, she was running around like a crazy girl.  She loved it! We were out from 10am to 4pm and when we finally got home, I took the jacket off and her body was completely dry.  Not only did she love it but I loved that she wasn’t wet and covered in mud like she usually is after a messy day out.  This jacket has saved me from having to clean my car, house and Riley.  I definitely recommend it if you and your dog are very active and love the outdoors.

     You can find the jacket at REI or at ruffwear.com

    Posted in Cute Stuff

    Arnold Arboretum

    Posted on January 7, 2009 by Jana — No Comments ↓

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    Since the weather hasn’t been that great, it has been a while since Riley and I have checked out any new hiking spots.   However, we can only stay in the house for so long.  We decided to check out Arnold Arboretum located in Jamaica Plain.  It was muddy and wet, which if you ask Riley are perfect hiking conditions.  I prefer drying conditions, but I will never say no to a hike.  Putting the mud aside, this place was absolutely beautiful.  There are paved paths to walk along if you don’t feel like getting your sneakers super dirty.  Since it is the winter, Riley and I didn’t have the privilege of seeing all the different flowers that we heard so much about.  What is also very cool about Arnold Arboretum are the different species of trees from around the world that are all over the grounds.  Riley and I can’t wait for spring to roll around so we can see how amazing the this place really is.

     Jamaica Plain
    125 Arborway
    Jamaica Plain, MA 02130
    (617) 524-1717

    www.arboretum.harvard.edu

    Posted in Dog Friendly Places, Parks and Beaches, Uncategorized
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