Sunday July 17th  Dogtopia of Bayonne BIG charity dog wash from 11am until 3pm. Donation $10 to benefit the Bayonne Police K-9 units. There will be raffle prizes just for participating. Grand prize includes a FREE 5 day pass & goodies valued at $225. 2nd prize worth $75 and 3rd prize worth $25. Can’t make it tomorrow, please stop in to donate or call 201-437-9663 to donate to a wonderful cause.  Dogtopia would love to see all dog lovers to stop by.

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By Evelyn Bonilla

Bayonne residents Donna Ostrowski and  Elise  Tomczak have been caring for animals for many years.  Ostrowski has been caring for animals since childhood and Tomczak a lab technician in the healthcare industry is an avid dog lover. The two have worked hand in hand, in and in-house pet care business so they can empathize with the importance of having to trust someone with one of their own.

While working in their in-house pet care business, they noticed a demand from owners looking to find quality care for their pet dogs, so together they decided to find a concept that would offer them the opportunity to help. In their search they came across a franchise entitled “Dogtopia”, founded in 2002 by Amy Nichols, Tomczak and Ostrowski decided that this is what would fulfill the demand.

 

Realizing that concept was what kept Donna Ostrowski and Elise Tomczak on the road to fulfilling their lifelong dream. The dream of having a place large enough to be able to care for dogs and yet be able to provide them with the special love and attention they genuinely deserve.

After lots of hard work and dedication, the two now stand in the “first ever New Jersey owned Dogtopia.” Built in an old warehouse on Avenue E, the facility is now a state-of-the-art doggie daycare. Yes, that’s right a daycare for dogs! An amazing 5,000 square foot facility complete with a playground, napping area and spa. The facility is also equipped with webcams, where clients whether at work or overseas can login to the website and view their dogs at play. It is a dog owners and a dog’s dream come true!

“Dogtopia” located on 188-190 Avenue E in Bayonne, offers a daycare for dogs while you’re at work, boarding facilities for clients who want to take a vacation and spa treatment which consist of a bath and nail trimming. They also offer a self-serve dog wash, for clients who would like to give their dogs a bath and are looking for a comfortable environment to do so.

Painted in vibrant colors of yellow, blue and orange “Dogtopia” is well lit and ventilated. Extra sanitary care is taken to insure your dog is in a healthy and clean environment.

 Owner Elise Tomczak explains, “We know how important it is to have someone to trust and care for your pets.” “We understand and are here to answers any questions or concerns.”

Dogtopia also has a small store on hand which offers a healthy brand of dog food, dog supplies such as bowls, collars and leashes. They also have a wonderful array of toys and treats for your dog. Musical CD’s and candy bars are also on hand for the owners who want to provide their pet with a little something extra-special.

In the future the two hope to expand their facility to include another level, which will provide more room for their canine clients. Also in the works they hope to introduce “doggie birthday parties” for your dog’s special day.

Owner Elise Tomczak and Donna Ostrowski have definitely brought to Bayonne a very special place, for pet owners and their pets. For Ostrowski, this is definitely a dream come true for she always knew that this was the type of career she was destine for; and for Tomczak it’s a chance to give back and help pet owners by providing a safe and healthily environment for their pets.

For those interested in visiting the facility there will be a grand opening at “Dogtopia” on Saturday, October 2^ND, from 11:00 am- 3:00 pm. ^  At present if you are in need of the daycare services, stop by and visit at 188-190 Ave E in Bayonne and please note that all dogs must undergo an evaluation process, before enrollment. Interested in receiving additional information, feel free to call (201) 437-9663 (WOOF), or visit their website at www.dogdaycare.com/bayonne for information regarding enrollment, requirements and pricing.

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Meeting Pets’ Needs on a Budget 

(NewsUSA) – It is possible to care for, even pamper, your pet on a budget or fixed income. By planning carefully and making smart shopping decisions, you can save money on food, toys and treats.

– Save money on everyday essentials, such as pet food, by shopping at deep discount stores. Forty percent of the money Americans spend on pets is for food. You will find savings on name-brand pet food at a deep discount store such as Dollar General. Remember that you can save even more by buying private label food. Many private label products are equivalent to the national brands.

 

– Find lower-cost medical care. Local humane societies often sponsor free or reduced-price clinics for routine vaccinations or spaying or neutering. Learn about clinics offered in your area, which can save you from expensive vet visits. And, you don’t always have to visit the vet for some medical treatments. Dewormer, ear mite treatment and other medications are available over-the-counter.

– Enjoy the great outdoors with your favorite animal -; which doesn’t cost anything. For outdoor or indoor fun, your pet will need a few basic accessories like a leash, collar and water bowl. All of these inexpensive items are available at deep discount stores.

– Skip the pet day spa and groom your animal at home. You can save a lot of money by bathing and grooming your animal yourself. All you need to set up your own pet spa are shampoo, conditioner, a brush or comb, a hair dryer and nail clippers.

– Potty training and maintenance for pets can also be affordable. Deep discount stores such as Dollar General offer cat litter, litter pans, scoops and liners. Puppy pads are available for puppies that are being trained.

While buying the basics for your favorite animal, don’t forget to pick up a toy or treat. Dogs love toys, snacks or rawhide bones. Cats enjoy exercising on a scratching post or munching on catnip.

 

 

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River View Observer’s May Best Bet for Singles

Date: 1 May 2009 06:30 to 09:00
Liberty Humane Society is thrilled to announce that they will be hosting their first singles event – “Single, Mingle, Bark!” It will be held on Friday, May 1 from 6:30 – 9:00 p.m at the Liberty Science Center! All singles and dogs welcome!

Cost for pre-registration will be $25 and $30 at the door. There will be wine tasting and light fare (nibbles), music and a silent auction. All proceeds from the event and the silent auction will benefit LHS and the Liberty Science Center.

This will be a great way to meet other single, dog lovers – though you don’t need to be single. Dress code is casual and will be held rain or shine. For more information please contact Janet at Janet@libertyhumane.org. To register online, click on “Donate” and in the memo field please be sure to mention that you are registering for the Single, Mingle, Bark event!

Register online at http://libertyhumane.org.
For additional information, call 201.547.4147 or e-mail
janet@libertyhumane.org.
Rain Date: June 4th.
Liberty Humane

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Voting started TODAY April 13th, at 12 noon…you can vote 10x each day and all at once….
The 10 finalists have now been named. It is next up to America to vote for the grand prize winner starting today and ending on Sunday, April 19th. Every Zootoo member will have the opportunity to vote 10 times each day. The finalist with the highest number of public votes from America will receive the $ 1 Million makeover.
Congratulations to Liberty Humane Society in Jersey City for making it into the top 10!
vote Here Jersey City’s Liberty Humane Society make sure you don’t vote for the Liberty Humane Shelter which is in Georgia

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