Dogmom's Dish

San Jose City Hall's Peregrine Falcon Chicks: Up Close & Personal

Over the moon excited to see one of the famed falcon chicks during a video shoot on the 16th floor for the Every Voice Engaged foundation.  ("Like" EVEF on Facebook to see the rest of the photos, including a bonus clip of the little one sleeping!)

The chicks were born this Easter (April 8) and named by local schoolchildren: Hope, Horacio, Thunder, Cobalt. 

Not sure which one this was, but I'm pretty sure the bottom pic is a warning stare from mama Cora!

*how to tell the difference between a falcon and a hawk?  falcons have notches on their beaks to break the necks of their prey...even this little one has noticeable notch*

Dogs In The Headlines: Great Pyrenees Spotted In Santa Cruz

My friend Lisa's gorgeous pups made the cover of the Santa Cruz paper today. 

Enjoy!

Spotted In Monterey Bay: Take Your Dog Kayaking

This adorable doggie was more interested in birds than sea otters.

 

Samovar Tea Lounge + Southern Exposure = Dog Friendly Perfection

What's better than a romp in dog delightful Dolores Park, dinner al fresco @ Samovar's Zen Valley location & Southern Exposure's new Intimate Science exhibition?  Not much.

Moorish service @ Samovar

Video of the Sun Cutter that harnesses sunlight to function like a laser cutter.  (Check of the Pets of SoEx  photo gallery and you'll understand why this dog felt so @ home!

Mushroom clones grown in low levels of oxygen and high levels of CO2...stress makes them grow into unusual shapes...a fitting tribute to underscore that everyday should be Earth Day!!!

Hipsters love science!  (-:

 

Sock Monkey Spotting: Bed Bath & Beyond

Didn't find the Kate Spade bedding I was looking for, so I picked up this little guy instead! 

Perfect for our new office puppy, a maltie-poo named Spartacus.

 

Heart Covered Poodle: Happy Valentine's Day

Macaron was an excellent sport for V-Day hijinx. (-:

Cupcakes Go To The Dogs: Barkberry Cheesecake by Chewy's Rawhide Bakery

Forget the pink...no strawberries here!  Just cheesy beefy goodness to delight 15-month old Zoe during her visit today.

Bulldogs, Bears & Basketball...They Just Go Together

Cal Berkeley campus is like Disneyland for dogs.  Acres of trees, streams and lots of falling food from snacking students on the run.

It's also home for Franklin, an English bulldog parented by basketball star Harper Kamp.  According to a recent Chronicle piece, Franklin is besotted with the Bears and serves as the teams unofficial mascot...and Kamp's conditioning coach.

Cat Walking & Not A Runway In Sight...

Blow your mind and melt your heart...great NYT article about a cat mom @ her wit's end.

Her beloved feline had a penchant for escaping from the apartment complex and getting into trouble.  Lots of it. 

Instead of giving up, she committed to keeping her kitty happy and safe, adding leash walks in the park to her repertoire. 

Four paws straight up!

 

*This* is Point Isabel Dog Park, aka Doggie Heaven

Sure, there are dog parks and beaches.  But have you ever seen a doggie rock climbing wall?

Point Isabel is the ultimate frolic for Fido...all of the usual grass/water features + tall grass for romping, rocks for climbing and numerous hills to scurry up and down. 

There's even an outdoor cafe, a grooming shop and spectacular views of Angel Island and the Golden Gate Bridge.

Four paws, straight up y'all!