Best Friends White Plains

From Now on "Like" us on Facebook!

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Mon, 20 Dec 2010 20:40:00 +0000

From now on we will be continuing our blog posts on our New Facebook Page! "Like" us at http://facebook.com/bestfriendswhiteplains

Cat Adoption Day - December 11th

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 30 Nov 2010 11:16:00 +0000

Best Friends is hosting an adoption day with Tuffy's Place on Saturday December 11 from 10am-3pm. If you or someone you know is looking for a new cat or kitten please stop by. Maybe you will find your next best friend!

Pets Deserve a Thanksgiving Feast Also

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 23 Nov 2010 13:09:00 +0000

Don't worry about leaving your furry, four-legged family member at Best Friends while you are away for Thanksgiving. At Best Friends we cook a turkey every Thanksgiving so your pets can enjoy their own holiday feast, with a couple slices of turkey, some vegatables, and Iams biscuits for dessert.

Best Friends Pet Care offers "First Class Pampering"

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 11:29:00 +0000

Great feature by the NY1 Travel Reporter aired yesterday and is posted online:

http://manhattan.ny1.com/content/ny1_living/travel/128888/pet-hotel-chain-offer-first-class-pampering

Check it out!

$10 Puppy Grooming Special

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 19:22:00 +0000

Best Friends offers a $10 puppy grooming special for pups 6 months and younger! The special includes a bath with hypo-allergenic shampoo and an oatmeal conditioner, blow dry with our non-heated driers, a full brushout, nail trimming, ear cleaning, and trimming around the eyes, feet and privates if needed. A full body haircut would be an additional charge.

All puppies must be vaccinated for distemper and rabies as per their age requirements. To make an appointment call 914-997-0600.

Big Camper of the Week - Milo Rodriguez

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 11:42:00 +0000

Milo is a 3 year old goldendoodle. He is a happy go lucky boy as you can tell from his picture. He is new to the camp program and both he and his mom love it. Milo runs around and plays all day, which burns off his energy. His mom is happy because when he gets home he is tired and relaxed so she can also relax after a long day at work.

Little Camper of the Week - Tallulah Zimmerman

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 11:38:00 +0000

Tallulah is a regular camper and is a big cuddle bug. She loves to sit with her counselors and give tons of kisses. She also likes to play with her friends Emily, Layla, and Penny.

Pet Photo Day was a success!

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 02 Nov 2010 11:29:00 +0000

Pet Photo Day with photographer Geoffrey Tischman was a big success on Saturday. We helped raise $325 for the SPCA of Westchester in Briarcliff. Thanks to everyone who participated. The photos came out great!

Puppy Training Classes Available at Best Friends

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 19 Oct 2010 16:07:00 +0000

Pet First Aid and CPR

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Thu, 14 Oct 2010 15:09:00 +0000

Adopt-a-Dog in conjunction with Greenwich Emergency Medical Service will be hosting pet first aid and CPR classes at 1111 East Putnam Ave, Riverside, CT on the following dates:
Thursday, October 21st
Tuesday, Novemeber 16th
Thursday, December 9th

The classes will be from 7pm-9pm. Class size is limited to the first 16 prepaid registrations Please go to http://www.adoptadog.org/ to register. Program fee $50.

For further information or private classes call Greenwich EMS at 203-637-7505 ext 1074.

Hounds on the Sound

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:31:00 +0000

New Rochelle Humane Society and Pet Rescue are hosting their annual Hounds on the Sound event in New Rochelle on Sunday October 3 from 10am-3pm at Glen Island Park. For more info check out their websites.

Puttin on the Dog

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:26:00 +0000

Adopt-a-Dog is hosting their 23rd annual Puttin on the Dog event in Greenwich, CT tomorrow Saturday September 23rd. For more info check out their website http://www.adopt-a-dog.org/ .

Pet Adoption Extravaganza!!

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 14:19:00 +0000

Looking for a new best friend? The SPCA of Westchester is having a huge adoption weekend on October 2-3 from 10am-3pm. Checkout their website for more info and for a list of adoptable pets. The event is sponsored by Best Friends Pet Care and there will be almost 200 pets for adoption!

Professional Pet Photo Day

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 14:20:00 +0000

Professional pet photographer Geoffrey Tischman will be doing pet photos at Best Friends in White Plains on Saturday October 30, 2010 from 9am-5pm. The sitting fee of $25 will be donated to the SPCA of Westchester and Geoffrey has discounted his photo packages for this event!

Appointments must be made, so call 914-997-0600 for more info or to schedule your pet's photo shoot.

To check out Geoffrey's work, go to http://www.tischmanpets.com/ .

How to Perform Dog CPR

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 15:39:00 +0000

Dog safety expert Melanie Monteiro demonstrates how to perform dog CPR on a webite called phetched.com. All dog (and cat) owners should know how to perform CPR on their pet in case of emergency. Click on the link to view the video.

http://phetched.com/?p=7313

If you would like more information on pet safety and CPR, you can contact your local American Red Cross.

50% off Retail Sale

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 14:02:00 +0000

Best Friends is holding their annual retail sale! From September 1 to September 29, all retail (excluding food and frontline) is 50% OFF.

Oodles of Doodles

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 19:13:00 +0000

Labradoodles (Labrador X Poodle) and Goldendoodles (Golden Retriever X Poodle) are very popular now a days. They can range from 20 pounds up to over a hundred pounds. They have the energy levels of labs and goldens with the non-shedding benefit of the poodle.

No matter what the size or color, most doodles love to play with other dogs. Here are 9 doodles currently boarding at Best Friends in White Plains. They are all having a blast with the group play sessions offered, especially the four hour play and stay option! For more information on socialization groups for your dog call Best Friends at 914-997-0600.

Pictured left to right: Eddy, Gracie, Kennel Manager Cisco, Rosy, Trainer Matt, Bogey, Bradley, Playtime Associate Jackie, Sydney, Windham, Playtime Associate Barbara Ann, Maggie, Bailey and Playtime Associate Sade.

Little camper of the Week - Fudge Crighton

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 23:20:00 +0000

Fudge is a Boston Terrier mix who recently returned to camp and we are so happy to have this little guy back. He is such a character! He loves to play tug of war, no matter how big the other dog is. He also loves chewing on the nylabones. Welcome back Fudge!!!

Cutest Couple - Maxwell & Penny

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 23:16:00 +0000

Maxwell, a husky mix, and Penny, an English bulldog are the best of friends. They met at Best Friends several years ago and their parents even schedule playdate outside of Best Friends to let these two love birds spend even more time together.

Little Camper of the Week - Jackson Gersten

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 19:03:00 +0000

Jackson is a 1 yr old black and tan pugle (cross between a pug and beagle). Although we have many pugles in our daycamp, Jackson is the only one of his coloring. He is a very sweet boy and as you can see loves to play with the kong toys. Like many of our pugles, he loves to run around and wrestle but also loves his cuddling time with his counselor.

Cutest Couple - Rocky and Kendall

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Mon, 09 Aug 2010 18:57:00 +0000

Rocky and Kendall are 2 young boxers that recently met in our Doggy Daycamp program. They fell in love instantly and love to play together. As boxer owners know, this breed is full of energy. Who else better to play with a boxer than another boxer? They wrestle all day long and wear each other out. It's a match made in Best Friends heaven!

Dangerous Foods for Your Dog

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Mon, 26 Jul 2010 21:07:00 +0000

A writer for zootoo.com posted an article for pet owners about certain foods you should never give your dog. Here is part of the article.

Chocolate — Not So Sweet. The dangers of chocolate for pets have been well-publicized, and an increasing number of pet owners are savvy about this big no-no. Even in small quantities, chocolate can be fatal to both dogs and cats, so even if your pet has consumed a tiny amount, this is cause for alarm.

Be sure to “pet-proof” your home to make sure that any candy bowls or gift boxes are out-of-reach and securely put away, since even the smallest pets can find a way to get into toxic treats. If you live in a home with especially curious and crafty animals, you might consider investing in a locking garbage can to avoid any accidental raids on leftovers.

Trim the Fat. The wafting smell of cooking meat will bring any pet into the kitchen looking for scraps. But pet owners should think carefully before indulging whimpers and meows. Foods that are high in fat, such as cheeseburgers and French fries, can be as bad for pets over time as for their humans.

According to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals, scrumptious scraps such as these — or any other human food with a high fat content, such as gravy — can lead to life-threatening conditions such as pancreatitis.

Stomp Out the Grapes. Although many dogs seek out grapes and raisins for a natural treat, both foods have been linked to kidney problems, even renal failure. Even small amounts can cause serious reactions in animals, so keep your pets away from these tempting treats.

Crying Over Onions. The dangers posed to pets by onions are less well-known than the dangers from other foods, but the reactions that onions cause can be just as severe. In any form, onions can lead to anemia in both cats and dogs, so steer clear of feeding your pets any leftovers or scraps that contain even tiny bits of this food.

Healthy Alternatives. If you simply must indulge your pet with food from your own plate, consider options that are not only safe for your pet, but also provide health benefits. Foods like brown rice, lean chicken breasts, and oatmeal can help your pet maintain a healthy weight and prevent obesity-related complications such as joint problems, cancer, and kidney failure. Sweet potatoes are also a vitamin-rich, safe alternative when your pet is begging to eat just a little taste of “whatever you’re having.”

Dog Wash at New Rochelle Humane Society

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 14:56:00 +0000

New Rochelle Humane Society is hosting their 10th annual Dog Wash on Sunday July 18th from 10am - 3:30pm at the shelter located at 70 Portman Rd in New Rochelle.

A Gaggle of Labs

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Wed, 23 Jun 2010 17:39:00 +0000

Everyone knows that labradors are full of energy. A doggy daycamp program is great to help release that energy. The big dog camp at Best Friends in White Plains is full of energetic labs. Here are just a few.

Picture 1 - Top row: Center Manger Kelly, Sparky, Camp Counselor Joanna
Bottom Row: Bruno, Marshall, Summer, Sydney, Maximus

Picture 2 - L to R: Charlie, Camp Counselor Sarah, Max G. Kobe, Assistant Manager Lauren, Brewster, Sarah

Little Camper of the Week - Francine Arena

noreply@blogger.com (Best Friends White Plains) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 14:00:00 +0000

Francine is a French Bulldog mix who was recently adopted at the SPCA of Westchester's adoption extravaganza weekend in May. She has settled into her new home wonderfully and is a GREAT addition to our Best Friends family also. She loves playing with the other dogs and the staff. Who could imagine that this beautiful girl was sitting in a shelter a month ago?