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52 Thursdays Celebrates Fashion For Paws 2014

Michelle Martin — Mon, 14 Apr 2014 13:12:00 +0000

We were very fortunate to both attend Fashion for Paws this year which was held at the Omni Shoreham Hotel. You can always count us in for charity events especially when animals are involved! For those of you who have not heard of this runway show, it is a nationally acclaimed luxury brand event to help benefit the Washington Humane Society. The models who walk in the show agree to raise a minimum of $5,000 in just 10 weeks leading up to the event by taking part in a friendly fundraising competition. They are the bread and butter of this amazing fundraiser. We had so much fun watching these models strut down the aisle with their pups by their side, wearing the latest pieces that DC’s local luxury retailers carry. They were able to raise over $404k by the end of it all AND helped numerous sheltered doggies find forever homes that night! Such a fun event to attend, combining our two favorite things…fashion and dogs! Brilliant idea. Check out what we wore to the event and the shots we captured below: Michelle is wearing- Dress: Herve Leger; Blazer: ALC (old, find similar here); Necklace: Auden; Shoes: Jimmy Choo; Clutch: Hunting […]

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Meet Luke Skywalker

admin — Fri, 14 Mar 2014 13:17:07 +0000

Meet Lucky Dog, Luke Skywalker! Luke Skywalker is a Finnish Spitz mix, who is around 2-3 years old and weighing in at around 40 lbs. Luke Skywalker is looking for a home with no cats (since he likes to chase them) and no kids. He is currently living with his foster parents in D.C but is looking for his forever home! This sweet boy would love long walks and a yard of his own to play fetch in with his new parents. Luke Skywalker would also make a great running partner and would help you get in beach ready shape for summer! His foster reports he is a happy, adorable pup that spends most of his day snoozing and chill-axing on the couch. Luke Skywalker is a smart guy who would love to bond with you during obedience class learning new tricks. He already knows “sit” and just recently learned peek-a-boo. Luke Skywalker will need an experienced, dog-savvy owner to help him gain some confidence and learn how to handle change. Like most shelter dogs, Luke Skywalker may need a refresher on house-training. He is likely crate trained. Please help this sweet boy find his home, he will love you […]

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Goods that Give Back + GIVEAWAY

admin — Tue, 25 Feb 2014 12:03:50 +0000

I know we have all suffered from buyers remorse at one point or another on something ridiculously overpriced or something we really didn’t need. But I will tell you one thing, these items we are about to show you will not only leave you feeling great about your purchase but you will feel like you are contributing to something way bigger. We have rounded up some of the coolest items on the market that we think you will absolutely adore but also that will help many people around the world. Also, The Giving Keys were kind enough to donate the necklace pictured below for us to give away to one lucky reader! Please read below for more details. Giving Keys Never Ending Necklace: It all started with a New York hotel room key. Founder, actress/singer, Caitlin Crosby, wore the key as a necklace and had the idea to start engraving old, used keys with inspirational words. She encouraged people to wear these necklaces and then ‘pay it forward’ by giving someone the necklace who needs the message more. Caitlin started the company with a couple, that she met on the street, that were desperately in need of a home and work. […]

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Lucky Dog Friday: Meet Rocket

admin — Fri, 07 Feb 2014 16:23:14 +0000

Meet Rocket! He is an 8 month old adorable retriever mix weighing in at almost 40 lbs of cuddly love. Rocket is currently living in a rural shelter in South Carolina but he has his bags packed and he is ready for the long trip up to DC to find his loving family! Rocket will arrive this weekend and is looking for a foster to crash with for a while or a forever home that will love him for always! He is a friendly, lovable boy who is looking for a home that will give him some doggy training so that he can be on his best behavior. Perhaps you have another dog that can join in the fun or maybe you live near a dog park? Rocket loves hangin’ with his canine buds. He has not been tested around kids or kitties so just ask and a Lucky Dogger and they will make sure he is good fit for your family. Like most shelter dogs, Rocket may need a refresher on house training but he is likely to be crate trained. He would really would like to land at your feet and snuggle up, but he can only do that if […]

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