Finding Inspiration for The Doggie Fashion Show of the Year in NYC! | The New York Pet Fashion Show

Getting inspired for the 2014 New York Pet Fashion Show!

(Formerly know as the Pre-Westminster Dog Fashion Show) 

How do you get ideas for a new design? 

The theme of this year's NYC Dog Fashion show is

 "Crown Jewels of Fashion and Rescue"

One way to start a new design is to look for inspiration from the past.

I found some images for inspiration for a doggie gown

If I have time, I plan on sewing a few costumes.

To start, I have some embroidered silk that I think would make a beautiful skirt to a doggie gown, with a coordinating silk for the bodice.  I pulled some bling from my embellishment box and began to work out a design.

This is where I started:

And the final result:

Bella's Gown for the New York Pet Fashion Show

Bella's Gown designed and sewn by The Doggie Nanny

Here are some beautiful gowns and jewels I found for inspiration.Visit my Pinterest board for more inspiration.

When I think of "Royal" red velvet and white silk seem to come to mind immediately, so I think I will have to create something in that color scheme too! 

 

The 2014 New York Pet Fashion Show | Feb 7 at 6-10PM

Click here to view video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

The 2014 New York Pet Fashion Show

If you are a dog lover and want a fun night out in NYC-- this is the event for you!

Click here to view video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

Well behaved dogs are welcome guests too at this unique fashion show.  Held annually at the Hotel Pennsylvania it includes complimentary food, a cash bar, unique vendors, costumes and lots of beautiful dogs on the runway in amazing doggie fashion for the costume contest. 

Every year a new theme is chosen for the event--this year's theme is "Crown Jewels of Fashion and Rescue".  You will be sure to see amazing, blinged-out dogs and people at this year's event! Everyone enjoys dressing for the theme--though it is not required to attend.  

If you are in town for the various Westminster events, why not start out your dog themed week with a night of Doggie Fashion?  PLEASE NOTE: The music can get loud, so if your pet is sensitive to loud noise, this might not be an event for him or her.  

Yes... its silly, but great fun!  Hope to see you there!

Click here to purchase a ticket
General Admission is $40 per person-- tickets purchased in advance

Contact phone number is 646 202 3807 to reach Gregg Oehler, Chairman on the NY Pet Fashion Show.

Click here to view video from the Feb 7, 2014 event

Date: February 7th, 2014 Time: 6:00PM - 11:00 PM Theme: Crown Jewels of Fashion and Rescue Location: Hotel Pennsylvania - Penn Top Ballroom 18th Floor This Event will Be Recorded for Different media such as Televison, Print Press and/or Radio. Please note that there are NO PRINTED TICKETS Please keep proof of purchase — Names will be listed alphabetically from ticket master list

Here is a short video I put together from the 2012 Fashion show at the Hotel Pennsylvania.

Formerly know as the Pre-Westminster Doggie Fashion Show...

News Coverage from 2012

Read my post: Why do people like to dress up little dogs?

When to use a pet sitter and separation anxiety in pets

Pets with Separation Anxiety

No matter how loving or wonderful a boarding facility may be-- private or commercial-- some dogs just need to stay in their own home environment. Elderly, sick dogs and dogs with anxiety issues may do better at home with a pet sitter visiting them several times in a day than in a new, foreign setting.  Finding themselves suddenly in an unfamiliar home or facility can be overwhelming for the pet with anxiety.

Most little dogs are thrilled to have the companionship of other little doggies and the love and attention of The Doggie Nanny! However, we have found for a small number of dogs, a change of environment can bring out anxiety, aggression and  destructive or nervous behaviors that overwhelm the dog and the care provider.

Though it is the exception, in 6 years of providing home boarding for small breed dogs, we have had three dogs here that would have been better off remaining home. My first experience with severe separation anxiety was with a male dog that whimpered and cried for two and a half days...all day and through the night. He also pee'd incessantly all over the house. The second dog just acted crazy, pooped everywhere and walked it all over our home as well. I went through a lot of bleach that weekend!  The third was simply in a state of panic for most of her visit with us and constantly tried to escape. Throughout their visit, these three dogs suffered and exhausted me with all the extra cleaning I had to do! They shook, cried, peed and pooped. I was unable to console them.

Long Island Dogs - Old Westbury Gardens Dog Days

We enjoyed a beautiful day at Old Westbury Gardens with Rick Caran and other dog lovers. Here are some photos from that great Doggie Event.

Latest Doggie Nanny Design Project

Some people might know that besides being The Doggie Nanny, I am also a Graphic Deigner with experience in high end cosmetic advertising, car and truck advertising as well as web design, photography and painting.

I just finished uploading a new website design project.
Galina Carroll Designs - Original knitwear designs, patterns and kits.
Please take a look!

www.galinacarroll.com

Meeting the Dog Whisperer - Long Island Dog Boarding

Tonight I joined my friends Rick Caran and Jilli Dog at the Book Revue in Huntington, Long Island to see Cesar Millan aka The Dog Whisperer. The event was heavily attended--the book store was packed. His newest book sold out- over 600 copies were sold tonight. Unfortunately I arrived late and could not get even close enough to hear him speak or even see him through the crowds. I brought Kumpa my 4 pound Yorkie-- dressed up in her finest outfit by Doggie Design. We sat outside and watched the crowd that had gathered, many accompanied by their canine companions. Ceasar was very warm and gracious to all who attended. I was impressed with his kindness and patience with all the people who wanted to have a moment with him. He must have signed hundreds of books tonight. At the end of the event, Rick was able to have a moment alone with Cesar and introduce him to little Jilli Dog. Here a short video I was able to take of their meeting. It is good to see that Jilli Dog is healing from the injuries she suffered from a recent attack by a large dog. Unfortunately, the nerves in her left eye seem to have been permanently damaged. It is five weeks later, she still can not close her eye lid and needs to have salve applied several times a day to protect it and provide moisture. She is not quite herself yet, but we all hope for the best for this little girl! She still loves to perform though so her spirit is intact!

Stevie - One of my all time favorite little dogs!

Tonight I put together a little video of one of my favorite little doggies. His name was Stevie and he had an extended stay with me as his mom settled into her new home in St. Martin. He was a special dog, a Scottish Terrier who seemed to look into my eyes and read my mind. My boys and I fell in love with him.

Eventually, the day came for him to return to his Mommy. I delivered Stevie to her hotel. Below you will see my videos of Stevie at our home, and his return to his Mommy. I hated to see him go!

Our first post!

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Welcome to the Long Island Dog Boarding/Petsitting Blog.  Here you will find articles related to my experiences as The Doggie Nanny--providing TLC for little doggies!

Be sure to scroll down to links to my posts.

I am The Doggie Nanny of Long Island.  Located in Huntington, I provide loving care small dogs under 15 pounds for the Suffolk, Nassau County and NYC areas.  TLC for little doggies--minis, toys and teacups!

 If you have a small dog, you know how precious they are, how much they depend on human contact and how stressed they would be if placed at a kennel or Pet Hotel in a cage or what I would call a the equivalent to a large glass aquarium.


Call me directly at 631 742-4176 or visit my website at DoggieNanny.com for more information.

Here are some sample videos.  Enjoy!
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