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Stillwater Yappy Hour

Last Wednesday I had the opportunity to chill at a pirate bar with 20+ dogs and their fabulous human companions. Seriously. It doesn’t get much more fun than that folks.

Smalley’s Caribbean Barbeque is a dog-friendly restaurant in the Brick Alley Building in historic downtown Stillwater. That’s right, you can enjoy delicious Caribbean fare with your favorite pooch on Smalley’s gorgeous front patio or in the relaxing environment of their back deck where we hung out last week for a “Yappy Hour” fundraiser for Friends of Stillwater Dog Park.

A handful of photos from the event can be seen below, and additional images from the evening are available for viewing and purchase here through June 30th.

Looking for more dog-friendly patios in the Twin Cities area? Check out this great list compiled by my favorite Twin Cities dog-lovers resource, Sidewalk Dog, or play around on their interactive Dog Park and Dog-friendly Dining map sponsored by Stunt Puppy.

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Christopher - Looks like a lot of fun! I need to find a yappy hour here in the Dallas area.

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Emilee - Oh my goodness, the blue-eyed Aussie is gorgeous! Amazing eyes. Sounds like you and the dogs had a great time!

Meredith Perdue - What a fun post! I wish my town had something like Yappy Hour! Although, I’m not sure we’d be able to take our crazy lab… Hope you’re doing well and enjoying summer!

Jessica - Sooo many cuties and so many great shots!

Stephanie - What fun! Love the shot of the mini poodle and german shephard sniffing each other :)

Kristy - Ooooh, they are too cute! Especially the 5th one down. The bigs and littles always look funny next to each other, and that little is just about on his tippy toes to sniff the big.

yappy hour…at a pirate bar!

Join me tomorrow at Smalley’s Caribbean BBQ for a Yappy Hour benefiting Friends of Stillwater Dog Park. A $10 ticket at the door will get you a free drink, appetizers, and door prize drawings. The event is dog friendly, so bring your pup and enjoy Minnesota’s beautiful patio season together! For more information on this event, please visit the Friends of Stillwater Dog Park’s event page.

And for your viewing pleasure, a completely unrelated, but gorgeous, photo of my new pal Killian from a recent session.

Please note: All pirate gear is completely optional at tomorrow’s event, but definitely photo opp worthy.:)

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2010 Walk for Animals

Once again, Animal Humane Society’s Walk for Animals was a ton of fun this year! It was the first year that Phaneuf and I walked as part of a team, and I am thrilled to share that the Lucky Mutt team was able to raise over $1250 for AHS and the animals that come through their doors.

It is truly incredible to see thousands of pet-loving people gather together to help such a great organization–one of the many things that make the Walk is such a fun event to be a part of. Below is a sampling of photos taken at this year’s Walk for Animals. If you’d like to see more, you can view the entire slideshow here.

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melissa oholendt - Your heart is amazing… YAY Lucky Mutt Team!!!

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team lucky mutt | 2010 walk for animals

The Animal Humane Society’s annual Walk for Animals is almost upon us! This will be my third year (along with Phaneuf’s) participating in the Walk, and while I briefly contemplated getting a booth this year to promote my business, I’ve decided to go a different route. You see, I really love walking the Walk. I love being surrounded by thousands of dog, cat, horse, pig, goat animal lovers. Taking a stroll down the gorgeous Theodore Wirth Parkway on [what is hopefully] a gorgeous, sunny May afternoon. Seeing the street lined with old toilet bowls water dishes set outside by local residents. Such a sense of community amongst the participants–how can I give that up?

Instead, I’m taking my own approach. Rather than confining myself to a 10′x10′ tent and missing out on the action, I’ve decided to encourage the action by offering you the chance to earn a complimentary session from Lucky Mutt Photography by participating in the 2010 Walk for Animals. Are you curious?? You can find the details here.

And for your visual pleasure, a few of my favorite pictures from last year’s Walk.


That’s my girl…the pool hog.:)


And you thought I was kidding about the toilet.



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alexa - Yep, I thought you were kidding about the toilet! Lol! That’s great. What cute shots too. :) I like your approach- get out there in the action! :) Have fun!!

life in pictures :: i love my dog

Even when I come home to this…

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Because, afterall, I left it within her reach, and I know all about her love for all things plastic (like TV remotes and cell phones)…and seriously, you try staying mad at that face…

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::sigh:: I love my dog.

P.S. The hard drive still works.:-P

Sandra Kostka - As all of us dog lovers have learned … we must set our pets up for success and keep stuff out of their reach :)

Maria - hehe, very cute. I can relate.

Jeni - Oh noooo! That’s terrible. I am puppy sitting right now and a very nice pair of heels now RIP.

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