SchnauzerTube: Let's Wrestle

For your enjoyment, a little taste of what I get to see on a regular basis...Schnauzers playing and having fun! Come to a Schnauzer Meetup and get in on the fun! Go to www.Meetup.com and find doggie playdates in your area!

Blydenburg Dog Park Opens!

BLYDENBURGH DOG PARK GRAND OPENING!
FRIDAY, SEPT. 7TH AT 1 P.M.
BLYDENBURGH COUNTY PARK
(Vets Hwy. Entrance)

HUNTINGTON, N.Y., September 6, 2007 – The Long Island Dog Owners Group (LI-DOG) and Suffolk County Legislator John Kennedy will kick off the Grand Opening of the new Blydenburgh Dog Park with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Friday, Sept. 7th at 1 p.m.

The event will feature:

- Brief speeches by Leg. Kennedy and LI-DOG organizers
- The Ribbon Cutting
- A ceremonial First Frisbee Toss by Leg. Kennedy
- Great Photo Ops
- Coffee and donuts
- Plenty of happy dogs and dog owners!

The dog park is located within 627-acre Blydenburgh County Park in the southern section of the park. Entrance to the Park is on Veterans Memorial Hwy., opposite the H. Lee Dennison Building. The dog park itself is on the Activity field, north of the campgrounds.

The new dog park is the result of the efforts of Leg. Kennedy and the Long Island Dog Owners Group. In August 2005, Leg. Kennedy introduced a resolution to create a dog park within Blydenburgh County Park. The resolution was passed 17-0 by the Suffolk County Legislature and signed into law by County Executive Steve Levy in October 2005.

Throughout 2006 and early 2007, LI-DOG worked with Leg. Kennedy and the Suffolk County Parks Dept. to locate a suitable site within the park for an off-leash area and made recommendations on its layout and features. Construction began on the dog park in the summer 2007 and was completed in September.

The dog park, which is fenced and covers 1.8 acres, features an area for small dogs and an area for large dogs; doubled-gated entries; a water fountain for each area; plenty of benches; and waste bag dispensers.

The Long Island Dog Owners Group is a community organization dedicated to increasing recreational, social and competitive activities for Long Island dog owners and their dogs. For more information, e-mail us at lidog_news@yahoo.com or visit our website at www.lidog.org.

Dog-friendly parks on Long Island

There's nothing better than enjoying the great outdoors with a few good friends, but what if your friends are among the four-legged set? Long Islanders enjoy several parks where dogs are free to socialize, romp and play to their heart's content. So go ahead, BYOD -- bring your own dog -- and check out a few great spots for you and your furry friends.

Get the list of dog-friendly parks by clicking here.

Watch video of Long Island's newest dog park - West Hills in Suffolk County.

Freebie: Playtime at Biscuits & Bath

Small Dog Play Groups (Under 20 lbs.)
Every Monday from 7pm - 8pm

Get your pup out of the house and on their way to becoming a social tiny tot!

Nothing is more important than socializing and playing with a variety of dogs and people in a safe environment. Come enjoy spacious indoor running fields at Biscuits & Bath and meet with friends for a great time - its FREE!

All dogs must be spayed/neutered, friendly with other dogs, fully vaccinated and healthy. Registration required - Do it on line. For general inquiries, please send their customer service department a question or request at customercare@biscuitsandbath.com.

No Sleep Til' Brooklyn!!

The New York City Schnauzers playgroup has a morning playdate in Brooklyn's Prospect Park. It's awesome!! Just imagine a huge grassy field where your dog can romp and play off leash. I took Roxie during the winter and she enjoyed it so much and was tuckered out on the subway ride home. I high recommend it!

Check our event calendar for updates (free registration required.)

Be sure to save this handy map of Prospect Park so you can find your furry pals at the playdate!

Canine Cruise Video!

Roxie and I are attending the 2nd annual Canine Cruise. Will you be there? Don't miss the fun! Watch this video to see all the action.



Get your tickets today! Visit: www.caninecruise.com

UWS Schnauzer Playdates are Baaack!

When: Sunday, May 20 at 12:00PM
Where: Riverside Dog Run @ 72nd
West 72nd Street & Riverside Drive
New York NY 10014

FREE!

Spring has finally sprung and Upper West Side Schnauzer playdates are back! Woohoo!

This Uptown affair is free to all and will be at the 72nd & Riverside Drive small dog run, hosted by Carl and his Schnauzer Dudley Walnuts! Yay! Thanks for volunteering Carl! :-) You're da best!

What to expect:

* Dogs romp and play off leash
* Doggie parents chat about Schnauzers and anything you like
* Enjoy fun moments in a beautiful setting near the water
* Bring a camera, bring a friend, and come to have fun!!

In warm weather, this outdoor dog run has a hose and water bowl for thirsty pups.

Schnauzers and Schnauzer mixes are very welcome to attend :)

Please RSVP today!

See who's coming or update your RSVP:
http://schnauzer.meetup.com/4/calendar/5588191/

Calling All Active Dogs!

You've seen it on Animal Planet and ESPN...teach your dog to crawl through tunnels, walk across a see-saw, jump through hoops, leap over hurdles and more! Agility strengthens the bond between you and your dog, teaches you and your dog to work as a team and is a great way for you and your dog to have a blast!

Classes are held at Animal Haven Soho (403-407 Broome Street)in their 2,500 square foot training room.

Next Start Date for Agility Classes:
May 17 (Thursdays) 5:00pm (Advanced Beginner)
May 17 (Thursdays) 6:00pm (Beginner)
May 17 (Thursdays) 7:00pm (Beginner)
May 17 (Thursdays) 8:00pm (Intermediate)

To register contact us at info@AndreaArden.com or 212-414-9597.

Thanks Andrea for the tip!

Event: Small dogs unite!

My good pal Rece is throwing a playdate for the small dog set. She organizes the NYC Small Dogs Playgroup.

You don't want to miss her puppy pawties. Last year, she organized a lovely event on the water called the Canine Cruise. Need I say more?

Here's more from Rece about her shorty shindig this Saturday:

It's about time we re-visit our old haunt, HAPPY PAWS!! Come hang with our playgroup regulars and meet some newbies. Great people, great pooches, good music and yummy snacks! Our pooches sniff and play, while we munch and chat! Then of course, there's also the Happy Paws boutique for pooch necessities, cutie outfits or we can snag some treats for our deserving little angels.

Spend 2 hours of your Saturday socializing your dog with his playgroup buddies. Your pooch will smooch you for it!

Cost: $5 per dog

To RSVP, join her playgroup: http://smallbreeddogs.meetup.com/3/

It's Party Time!

Are you feeling the winter blues?? Well, shake 'em off and take your pooch out for a day of fun, fun, fun!

My friends Andrea and Pauline have planned an exciting indoor playdate just for small dogs.

Here's more info:

A Post Valentine/Chinese New Year/Winter Fun Playdate
Treats and refreshments for pups and humans
Cost: $5 per dog
Venue: Happy Paws
316 Lafayette Street
corner of Houston and Lafayette
2-4 p.m. this Sunday!

This event will be hosted by The NYC Toy Dog Group, the Tri-state Toy Dogs, and the NewYorkieCityInsiders. Learn more about these doggie playgroups on Meetup.com

Are You Ready for Some Football?!!

This afternoon, I had the playdates of all doggie playdates called the Super Dog Bowl -- Schnauzers vs. Boston Terriers at Animal Haven in Soho, a no-kill shelter/playspace. It was awesome!!

My friends and fellow doggie playgroup organizers Karen, Savannah, Jennifer and I hosted the event and I believe it was truly a 5 star event. We had games to entertain the dogs and humans, including treat-eating, fastest tricks in 30 seconds, and dog racing, to name a few.

Sadly, the Bostons beat the Schnauzers by a nose. So, they will have the bragging rights of Top Dog for the time being. The Schnauzers won't go home defeated, no!! We will rise up and beat those furry munchkins at the next playdate!!

In the meantime, here's a few highlights of today's snout-to-tail action. Enjoy!