Friday, April 30, 2010

Dog Lover Bracelet Dog Bone Jewelry



This handcrafted dog lover bracelet is all about dog bones. I've hand wire wrapped beautiful royal blue Lapis Lazuli gemstones beads with white three dimensional lampwork dog bones and gold jewelers wire. Then I added a nice matching royal blue Lapis Lazuli gemstone heart as a dangle charm. Perfect dog lover jewelry can be found at For Love of a Dog.

Tuesday, April 20, 2010

Spay Neuter Copper Bracelet Cat and Dog Lover Jewelry



Handcrafted pet lover bracelet teamed very earthy deep peach and charcoal Marble ovals with copper. Hand stamped copper circles are gently domed and proclaim SPAY and NEUTER. All are hand wire wrapped with copper jeweler's wire. Perfect gift for any pet lover, pet rescue volunteer or animal rescue foster mom. A stylish bracelet with an important animal welfare message; one of a kind jewelry from For Love of a Dog. Sure to fetch conversations that can save dog and cat lives.

If you can't decide between a Shepherd, a Setter, or a Poodle, get them all. Adopt a mutt. Quotation from the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals

Monday, April 19, 2010

Ohio Dog News

In Ohio, House Bill 79, which was introduced last year and currently assigned to committee, legislators heard testimony about whether or not to delete the language that defines a "vicious" dog as "belonging to a breed commonly known as a pit bull dog." Representative Murray, who's on the committee, seems to really be thinking about whether the current law had unintended consequences. "[The law] has probably caused a proliferation of ownership of these animals[.] [T]he unintentional result is we've stigmatized and probably caused more injuries in the long term."

Also in Ohio, after the resignation of dog warden Tom Skeldon, Lucas County animal welfare is ripe for positive change. Unfortunately, there are still some commissioners who are trying to maintain Skeldon's policy of euthanizing all pit bulls and refusing any pit bull adoptions. Newly hired dog warden Julie Lyle has a tough road ahead of her.

Sunday, April 18, 2010

Virginia is for Lovers and Dog Lovers

"No dog should be euthanized solely because of their breed."

That's what Virginia Governor Bob McDonnell is trying to legislate in Virginia. When he was Attorney General in 2006, apparently, he issued an opinion stating the same thing. Now that he's governor, he wants to mandate that no public shelter can kill an animal based only on breed. Virginians, you can contact your local assemblyman to let them know where you stand on the Governor's amendment and don't forget to thank Governor McDonnell too.

Saturday, April 17, 2010

Dog Resources and Information at For Love of a Dog

For Love of a Dog Jewelry Resources for Dog, Cat and Horse Lovers

We're animal lovers and unabashed web surfers and online shoppers. We're always on the look-out for wonderful products, valuable services, rich online resources, educational articles, breed and rescue organizations... or just plan fun stuff related to dogs, cats, horses and mules. Because we value our visitors, we'd like to share some of our favorite places on the web!

Please note that these links are listed as a convenience to our visitors. Though we do carefully review their content, For Love of a Dog Jewelry is not responsible for the content of these sites. If you find any of them objectionable, or if you find any broken links, please take a moment to let For Love of a Dog Jewelry know.

If you are a member of an organization or offer a product or service related to dogs, cats, or horses and would like to be listed here, please contact For Love of a Dog Jewelry with your site information.

Animal Health, Training and General Information
Animal Rescue and Advocacy Groups and Information
Breed Organizations and Information

Dog Lovers Fun Stuff
Shopping for Pet Accessories and Supplies

Pet Site Directories
Shopping for gifts and general shopping

Friday, April 16, 2010

Great Pyranees Dog Breed Jewelry Gifts


This dramatic Great Pyranees dog bracelet will fetch compliments and start conversations about your beloved Pyranees dog. Beautiful white Great Pyranees dog charm is not a flat cut out, but rather a little dog art sculpture. Handmade of hand cast resin in a hand sculpted mould, then carefully painted. True to AKC dog breed standards, highly detailed and absolutely beautiful.

I've combined this Pyranees dog charm with fat snow white Jade round beads that I've hand wire wrapped with gold jeweler's wire and accented with gold beadcaps. In a addition to the Pyranees dog, I've added a Black Onyx gemstone heart and a three dimensional gold dog bone. This handcrafted dog bracelet is perfect jewelry for anyone who loves a Great Pyranees dog.


Find more one of a kind handcrafted dog breed jewelry and gifts at For Love of a Dog.

Thursday, April 15, 2010

Missour Humane Day April 20, 2010

Missouri Humane Day 2010

The Seventeenth Annual Humane Day is scheduled for Tuesday, April 20, 2010. This year, we are very excited to announce the "Dogs Can't Vote...You Can" Art Exhibit as a part of Humane Day. (For more information on this exhibit, visit www.maal.org)

Humane Day is a day when humane organizations and individuals from around Missouri gather in Jefferson City. It is an excellent opportunity to present animal welfare issues to all legislators. Display tables from assorted rescue and animal welfare groups are set up around the rotunda and legislators, staffers and members of the general public are able to visit the booths to learn about the work being done by and on behalf of animals in Missouri. In addition, we encourage anyone attending Humane Day to take this opportunity to meet with your legislators and to introduce yourself as one of their constituents, informed and concerned about animal welfare.

If you would like to participate in Humane Day as a group or individual, please RSVP today at 314.361.3944 or by e-mail at mail@maal.org. Although we will accommodate everyone who expresses interest, space is limited and reservations for table space will be handled on a first-come, first-served basis.


Wednesday, April 14, 2010

German Shepherd Dog Breed Jewelry Gifts


This German Shepherd Dog bracelet will fetch compliments and start conversations about your beloved GSD dog. Beautiful German Shepherd Dog charm is not a flat cut out, but rather a little dog art sculpture. Handmade of hand cast resin in a hand sculpted mould, then carefully painted. True to AKC dog breed standards, highly detailed and absolutely beautiful.

I've combined this German Shepherd Dog charm with Tiger Jasper round gemstone beads that I've hand wire wrapped with silver jeweler's wire. In a addition to the German Shepherd Dog, I've added a puffy hand carved Black Onyx heart and a three dimensional silver dog bone. This handcrafted dog bracelet is perfect jewelry for anyone who loves a German Shephered Dog.


Visit For Love of a Dog for more dog breed jewelry including bracelets, necklaces, earrings and more.

Tuesday, April 13, 2010

Animal Legislation in Missouri, An Update

Missouri Alliance for Animals Legislation - Update

So far the legislative agenda has been dominated by the Puppy Mill Initiative and working defensively to ward off potentially harmful legislation.

The main focus this session has been House Joint Resolution 86, which has passed the House and was voted out of the Senate Agriculture Committee last week with substitute language. The Alliance is concerned about the unintended consequences this constitutional amendment could have not only on the puppy mill initiative but also on the entire citizens' initiative process as provided for in our state constitution. They are working with Senators to make changes to make changes to this resolution.

House Bill 1747, sponsored by Rep. Jim Viebrock, has also passed the House. This bill attempts to get around federal restrictions on meat inspectors working in horse slaughtering plants and allows for horse slaughter in Missouri for the purpose of producing meat for human consumption. The legislation will now head to the Senate for their consideration. The Alliance is watching this bill especially closely because it has been amended with statutory language that targets the Puppy Mill Initiative.

They are awaiting hearings for their dog fighting bills, SB 664 (Sen. Scott Rupp) and SB 632 (Sen. Jane Cunningham), which were filed early and have been assigned to the Senate Judiciary Committee. Both bills increase the penalty from a misdemeanor to a felony for the second offense of being a spectator at a dog fight. They also require a hearing within 30 days to determine what happens to the animals that are seized. This would allow the dogs to be rehabilitated and adopted into good homes more quickly.

A hearing has been held on one of their large carnivore bills. House Bill 1288, sponsored by Rep. Mike Sutherland, would create a program of regulation within the Department of Agriculture for owners of large carnivores and would require liability insurance, caging restrictions, and other important standards. Rep. Sutherland's bill will most likely be included in the House's omnibus agriculture legislation. We are still awaiting a hearing on Senate Bill 832, sponsored by Sen. Tom Dempsey.


For more information visit the Missouri Alliance for Animal Legislation on the web.

Monday, April 12, 2010

Shih Tzu Dog Breed Jewelry and Gifts


For Love of a Dog Jewelry offers this wonderful Shih Tzu dog breed necklace. Pendant was skillfully hand sculpted and painted to be true to AKC dog breed standards and is absolutely darling. To create this dog lover necklace, I hand wire wrapped this Shih Tzue dog with goldfilled wire to dangle freely from a puffy Fancy Jasper heart. Necklace is composed of gorgeous Austrian crystals in dark amber coffee color combined with white Marble. Accented with teeny tiny goldfilled round beads and beadcaps.

This dog breed necklace is an elegant fashion statement. If you love a Shih Tzu dog, this necklace is for you. Also makes a terrific gift for a dog lover. Afterall, dog jewelry is always in fashion, especially one of a kind dog breed jewelry from For Love of a Dog.

Sunday, April 11, 2010

2010 US Mutt Census Make Your Bark Count

2010 National Mutt Census

As millions of Americans take part in our nation's Census this year, a common member in millions of
households isn't included - man's best friend. That's why in 2010, the estimated 38 million mixed breed dogs in the U.S. also will have the chance to stand up and be counted with the nation's first ever "National Mutt Census."

2010 is the year of the U.S. Census, but not just for humans. For the first time ever, the estimated 38 million mixed breed dogs in the U.S. will also have the chance to stand up and be counted in the inaugural “2010 National Mutt Census” conducted by Mars Veterinary, the creators of Wisdom Panel™ Insights, the most effective cheek swab canine test available, and Wisdom Panel™ Professional - the only blood based canine DNA test... available exclusively at your local vet.


The 2010 National Mutt Census aims to reveal valuable data about man’s best friend. It will examine the breed makeup of the American Mutt and determine a variety of insights into our love-affair with mix-breed dogs, including which breeds are most popular, most unusual, feeding habits and role within the family structure.
Uncovering these insights will speak volumes about the health and behaviors that apply to the most common breeds. It will help dog-owners become better pet parents, creating a closer bond. And dog-lovers will understand the four legged population around them that much better.


At Mars Veterinary, they believe the part-Terriers and part-Poodles of the world deserve to have their numbers known.
They deserve to be counted, so please register your mutt

The For Love of a Dog canines, Tucker, Lucy B and Jeffie have been counted. Join us at http://www.muttcensus.com/

Saturday, April 10, 2010

Cocker Spaniel Dog Breed Jewelry and Gifts

This handcrafted dog breed necklace includes a wonderful Cocker Spaniel dog art sculpture as a pendant. Beautifully hand sculpted and painted by a Wisconsin artist. True to AKC dog breed standards and absolutely darling.

For this dog breed necklace, I've hand wire wrapped this Cocker Spaniel dog treasure with goldfilled wire to dangle freely from a big puffy Black Onyx heart. Necklace is composed of natural Black and Mahogany Obsidian gemstones. Accented with teeny goldfilled round beads and beadcaps. Even the chain extender is accented with more gems and a little gold three dimensional dog bone in case this little darling needs a snack. See more one of a kind dog breed and mixed breed mutt jewelry at For Love of a Dog.

Friday, April 9, 2010

Paws for Poetry Contest

April is National Poetry Month and your child can celebrate by writing a poem about your dog and entering the Paws for Poetry Contest hosted by Meet Me at the Corner. Grand-prize winner to receive a gift card for the nearest local independent bookstore. Open to children 5-12. Deadline is April 15

Do you have a cat, dog, mouse, hamster, gerbil or any other type of pet you feel poetic about?

Meet Me At The Corner, Virtual Field Trips for Kids and Flashlight Press want to celebrate with poems for our four-legged friends. Put your thoughts and feelings into a poem and submit with a photo of your pet. The winning poems and pet's photos will be highlighted in a MEET ME AT THE CORNER video podcast during 2010.

The poems will be judged by Thad Krasnesky, poet and author, of That Cat Can't Stay. (Flashlight Press, 2010). One grand-prize winner in each category will receive a gift card worth $50 useable at the nearest local independent bookstore and an autographed copy, That Cat Can't Stay by Thad Krasnesky. The two runners-up in each category

Thursday, April 8, 2010

Wednesday, April 7, 2010

April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month

April is Pet First Aid Awareness Month.

Pet owners are reminded each April that it is important to know what to do if your pet is ever injured or has a medical emergency. There is no 911 number for pets so take the time to learn how to prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies for your pets. Good family health should also include our pets. Read more about first aid for pet at the Humane Society of the United States web site..

Everyone who shares a home with a pet should have a basic pet first aid kit on hand.
Keep a kit in your home and in your car if you travel with your pet. You can buy a first aid kit for people and add pet-specific items to it, or you can purchase a pet first aid kit from a pet supply store or catalog.

All of us at For Love of a Dog encourage you to put safety first and have a first aid strategy for your pets.

Tuesday, April 6, 2010

Borzoi Russian Wolfhound Dog Breed Jewelry


I don't know how much longer I can hold out before I simply have to add a Borzoi to our family. The more I read about them, the more I want one. The more I look at dog jewelry like this Borzoi pin, the more irresistable they are.

This is an absolutely gorgeous handcrafted tri color Borzoi (Russian Wolfhound) dog breed pin. These handmade dog breed pins (brooches) are like no other. Entirely made by hand by an American artist. First a hand carved sculpture is created which is then used to create a mould. Cast in resin, then hand air brush painted. They are then given a protective coating of lacquer so you can enjoy this dog breed jewelry for many years. Every effort is made to adhere to AKC and UKC dog breed standards.

Frankly, these dog pins are amazing works of dog art. Notice the bone structure and musculature of the dog. I've tried to show the sculptural details in the photos of this dog breed pin. In addition to being a perfect gift for a Borzoi dog lover, this would make a fabulous jewelry gift for someone who loves the Art Deco or Art Nouvou periods of history and decor.

See more dog breed jewelry, including necklaces, bracelets, earrings, pins and more, at For Love of a Dog.




Monday, April 5, 2010

Go Orange for Animals to Prevent Cruelty



April is Prevention of Cruelty to Animals month. Join all of us at For Love of a Dog in going Orange for Animals.

Each April, the ASPCA urges supporters across the country to support their efforts. Throughout the month, iconic buildings and landmarks across the country will support their life saving work by lighting up in the signature color and Go Orange for Animals.

One of the most important events is the celebration of April as Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month. Each year, the ASPCA urges supporters across the country to support our efforts and “Go Orange for Animals” throughout April, the very month ASPCA’s charter was signed in 1866. They officially launch Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Month on April 1, and throughout the month, iconic buildings and landmarks across the country will support our life-saving work by lighting up in our signature color and “Go Orange for Animals.”

Sunday, April 4, 2010

Happy Spring Happy Easter


Spring is here! A warning to all the bunnies out there (yes, even the Easter bunny): we've got lots of pent up energy from the long winter and we're itching to chase some rascle rabbits!
Happy Spring and Happy Easter!
Tucker, Lucy B and Jeffie

Saturday, April 3, 2010

West Highland Terrier Dog Breed Jewelry Necklace



If you're shy and retiring, this West Highland White Terrier dog breed jewelry piece is probably not for you. Whoever wears this dog lover necklace is sure to be noticed. Adorable jaunty Westie pendant was hand sculpted and painted by aWisconsin artist to be true to dog breed standards. It is absolutely darling. To create this handcrafted necklace, I hand wire wrapped this little Westie dog pendant with goldfilled wire to dangle freely from a big puffy Poppy Jasper gemstone heart. Necklace is composed of genuine natural Poppy Jasper in deep blood red and graduated in size. Combined with lovely white Marble. Accented with teeny tiny goldfilled round beads and beadcaps. Even the clasp has a dangle with more gems and a little gold dog bone, just in case this little darling needs a dog treat. Elegant red and white color combination in this perfect West Highland White Terrier dog breed necklace. Need a gift for a Westie dog lover, look no further than For Love of a Dog Jewelry.

Friday, April 2, 2010

Swiss Mountain Dog Jewelry Pin and Necklace


Now this is an amazing Greater Swiss Mountain Dog necklace. Wonderful details and entirely handmade. Hand sculptured and hand painted pin by a Wisconsin artistf. I've known a few Swissies and this is delightful. Actually this Swissy dog pendant is removable and can be worn as a pin. I handcrafted this dog breed necklace using lots of big beautiful black Obsidian, all hand knotted on black German silk. The necklace's sterling silver extender chain is accented with a pretty Black Onyx puffy heart. A very elegant, big, bold necklace, just like these marvelous Swissy dogs.

Note: I've used a pin adapter to use this pin as a pendant. You can easily remove the pendant to wear as a pin and in fact, you could attach any of your own pins to this necklace, too. Very versatile dog breed jewelry.