Top 10 Pet Safe Vehicles

Courtesy of Edmunds.com and Bark Buckle UP - Traveling in the car with the family pet is a common necessity for many of America’s 71 million pet owners – 82 percent of dogs travel in cars during their lifetime. However, 98 percent of dogs travel unrestrained in moving vehicles, leaving both pets and the passengers vulnerable to injury in the event of a traffic accident. In a 35 mile per hour collision, an unrestrained 60-pound pet becomes a 2,700 pound projectile and can do much harm to other passengers.

In collaboration with the pet-safety experts from Bark Buckle UP, Edmunds.com, the premier online resource for automotive information, has published a list of the Top 10 Pet Safe Vehicles that make driving with pets safer and more convenient.

‘It’s in everyone’s best interest for drivers to ensure that pets and their gear are safe and secure while on the road,’ said Kevin Smith, Edmunds.com’s Editorial Director. ‘The best vehicles for pet owners are the ones with plenty of room and pet safety features such as tri-climate control, fold-flat rear seats, rear back-up cameras, sliding rear doors, and side airbags.’

The top 10 2009 cars and trucks most highly recommended for safe pet travel, in alphabetical order, are:

1. Dodge Journey
2. Ford Flex
3. GMC Acadia
4. Hyundai Tucson
5. Jeep Liberty
6. Kia Borrego
7. Mazda 5
8. Mitsubishi Outlander
9. Subaru Tribeca
10. Volvo XC70

‘Regardless of which vehicle you own, it is critical to safely restrain your pet when you’re driving,’ asserted Christina Selter, Bark Buckle UP Founder and Pet Safety Expert. ‘Even the calmest unrestrained pets can become frightened in a moving vehicle, distract the driver and cause an accident. In the event of a sudden stop or accident, the animal can injure other passengers or be thrown through the windshield, then hinder the efforts of rescue workers or even cause another accident by escaping into the street. We don’t question the importance of seat belts for human passengers, and we should always provide the same protection for our pets.’

2009 Best of Jupiter Winner "Pet Supplies"

The Haute Hound Pet Boutique wins the Best of Jupiter in the "Pet Supplies" category for a second year in a row! Thanks so much to the town of Jupiter for their recognition! Please make sure to support all your local small businesses.

Celebrity Spotlight! Lucy's Luxuries Carrier

Another Celebrity spotted with one of the Haute Hound's fabulous products! Bridget from the "The Girls Next Door" with the Lucy's Luxuries Charlie Carrier black w/tan stitching. Awesome! You could own this carrier too for only $399.50! Don't forget! Free standard shipping on all orders over $100!

Celebrity Spotlight! Lucy's Luxuries Carrier

Celebrity spotted with one of the Haute Hound's fabulous products! Kris Jenner at the Celebrity Catwalk Event LA with the Lucy's Luxuries Charlie Carrier black w/tan stitching. Awesome!

Don't forget! Free standard shipping on all orders over $100!

Pampered Pet Expo in Orlando

Please Join the Haute Hound Pet Boutique at the Pampered Pet Expo in Orlando on August 7th, 8th and 9th. Orange County Convention Center, West Concourse 9800 International Drive.

It’s not your typical pet event - education makes us different!
Education classes, from 15 minute presentations to half-day classes run all day on topics such as training, behavior, diet & treats, DOGA (yoga with your dog) CPR, Build a Profitable Pet Sitting Business, communicating with your pet. and more!
Shop for pet food, toys, treats, supplies, housing, clothes, costumes, furniture, health care, services from vendors from all over the country .
Watch incredible pet-themed entertainment .
Give an adoptable pet a new home in the Petfinder adoption area with Central Florida’s rescue groups.

Vote for more dog friendly beaches in Florida!

BARK is a Political Action Committee (PAC) formed to amend the current Palm Beach County ordinance that bans dogs from county beaches and parks.With approximately 49 miles of coastline, there is no reason why just a few miles of our beaches can't be dog-friendly, so that people who want to go swimming with their dog can, and not be threatened with arrest or a hefty fine.Don't worry. There will still be plenty of dog-free beaches for people who don't want to go to a beach where dogs are present!
By utilizing the Citizen's Initiative Process in the Palm Beach County Charter, dog owners and other citizens of Palm Beach County can get this issue before the Palm Beach County Commission. If the commissioners fail to adopt the proposed changes, the issue goes before the voters in a county-wide referendum.
Dog owner's, this is YOUR CHANCE to be heard!
Pd. Pol. Adv. Paid for by Beaches Are for K9s Too, Inc. Political Action Committeeog owner's,

Milaney, our beloved freckled iggy, wins 1st place at the Spring Fling Event to benefit Get A Life Pet Rescue. The event was held at Pangaea Club in the Hard Rock Casino Hollywood, Florida on April 3rd, 2009.

Dressed as Bark Marley, complete with dreadlocks and guitar, she strutted her stuff on the catwalk and walked away with a fabulous prize package worth $400.

Photo courtesy of Brygida at brygida.net/chihuahuas

America's Top Dog Model Contest!

During America's Top Dog Model (R) 2009 contest, we will search America for "top dogs" who are eco-friendly and find out what they are doing to reduce their carbon "paw prints." One national winner and eleven finalists will be chosen after May 22, 2009 when the contest ends. The prizes include the following:
Cover of America's Top Dog Model (R) 2011 Calendar, Cover & feature story in Pet Style News,
Custom designed Austrian crystal crown, collar, & collar charms, with matching necklace & earrings for winning dog owner from Buddy G's, bon Christiani (TM) eco-friendly custom collar designed exclusively for the winner, Castlemere bamboo feeder, Roadwagz organic cotton wrap, Wagging Green collar & leash, Autographed copy of Diva Dogs: A Style Guide To Living The Fabulous Life by Jo Jo Harder.
For contest official rules, charities, events, & information, or to purchase book & calendar visit: www.americastopdogmodel.com
To see the 2008 calendar finalists including The Haute Hound's own Sicily: http://www.americastopdogmodel.com/2008-finalists.htm

Walk for the Animals Fundraiser

Help the Haute Hound Pet Boutique raise money for the Humane Society of the Palm Beaches Annual Walk for the Animals! Saturday February 14th-John Prince Park-Lake Worth Florida 7am-noon.

Even if you cannot attend, we welcome any online donations.

As seen in the Mod Dog Blog!

Our skull bed and best friends charm were feature in the Mod Dog Blog! Perfect gifts for Valentine's Day!

Our pups need a little extra pampering this winter, show them how much you luv ‘em with these sweet little treats, just in time for Valentines Day.
Sweet and saucy digs with this pink Skull Bed from the Haute Hound.
For your puppy love, this Sterling Silver paw print charm from Uptown pet.
Handmade XO Dog Treats and Good Dog products for pampering from Zanisa.
We woof these sweet heart charms from Trixie and Peanut and keep your pet close to your heart with this ‘best friends’ charm from the Haute Hound.
Then, let your pooch send a valentine to your special someone with our new ‘I woof you’ card!

As seen in the Wuffington Wag!

Our Go Green Earth Hoodie was spotted in the Wuffington Wag!

Being a big dog kind of girl, I have never gotten into putting my pup into little cutsy outfits. But considering the frigid cold that we have been experiencing this holiday season, I must admit, I did squeeze Beignet into one of my hoodies and she looked unbelievably cute! What I am trying to say is, I get it, sometimes there is a time and a place and it seems that during this holiday season of below 65 degrees, dolling your dog up in a warm frock might be appropriate.
While you are protecting your pooch from the elements, you don’t want expose her to chemicals hiding inside the fabric of her coat! Fact is the US spends 2 billion dollars annually on chemicals for the sole purpose of spraying cotton crops. As much as half of these chemicals are classified as “hazardous” by the World Health Organization. Once the cotton is woven into fabric, chlorine is often applied to help the fabric hold its color, then it’s topped off with even more chemicals- like formaldehyde- to help the fabric retain its (now chemically-laden) shape. So instead of sicking that stuff on your pup, dress her up in clothes made from organic cotton or other eco fabrics. Here are a few of our faves:
- Go Green Earth Hoodie from The Haute Hound- This grey fleece dog hoodie, accented with an ever-so-chic “Go Green” and recycle sign, is easy to get your pup into and even has a leash hole!
www.Eco-hound.com

by Laurel House, Green Editor

As seen on Great Green Pets!

Our Go Green Earth Hoodie was also spotted in the Great Green Pets Blog!

How else can you spread the word that you - AND your pet - are Earth friendly? Let your pooch wear a recycled symbol and flaunt it! This ‘Go Green’ dog hoodie is made from natural gray fleece with green stitching for contrast. The short front sleeves and hood will protect against wind and rain in the fall and spring months. Keep your dog warm and make a statement at the same time!
Go Green Dog Hoodie is available in many sizes for your dog species from The Haute Hound for $29.95.

As seen in the Green Connoisseur!

'Tis the Season to Be FurryGreen Pet Presents
Dec 12, 2008

You don't have any excuse this holiday season for not buying Fido a gift. On Christmases past you used to tell your disappointed canine or saddened kitty- that you can't stand the thought of cluttering up a landfill or damaging the environment with another toy. Those days are over. This Christmas, you can shop for Lassie with abandon and pamper Precious with a plethora of green pet products available to discriminating animals everywhere. People who are serious about their pets' health will want to feed them the same kinds of foods they eat themselves: organic and all-natural. There are entire rows of treats made from all-natural, organically-grown ingredients at your local pet supply store in both cat and dog varieties, or you can check out Only Natural Pet for a slew of tempting treats for your favorite companion. There are plenty of recyclable, eco-friendly toys available for every taste. Kimberly Hall, owner of the Haute Hound Pet Boutique (http://www.thehautehound.com), says their organic cotton pet toys are consistently their hottest sellers. Upscale sustainable boutique Branch has a selection of eco-sweet and fun pet toys and products, all handmade and fair trade. Their coolest item: an immaculately-designed, modernist scratching post for cats made of recycled corrugated cardboard. Be the first on your block to say your cat's scratching post is designer art. Once you have all the animals in your life taken care of, it's time to decide what to get for all the animal lovers. You can help them out with practical pet gifts like biodegradable doggie-doo bags (available at Sofa Bear) organic pet shampoos and conditioners, or bamboo collars, feeding dish holders, and leashes; you can even get washable, reusable piddle pads for accident-prone pooches (all available from the Haute Hound). If whimsical is your gifting style, pick them up some dog paw-print picture frames made from recycled barn wood, or horseshoe towel holders made from previously-used horseshoes, both available at Sofa Bear, a small site with a big heart. Sherri Bullock, the owner and operator of Sofa Bear, started her website a year ago to share her twin passions: her three beautiful dogs and the environment. "We're such a throwaway society," she says. "Let's not buy a toy" only to have it thrown away. What is Sofa Bear's bestseller? A dog toy made from climbing rope and tennis balls. If you are one of those people who think putting clothes on their pet is adorable, there are plenty of eco-friendly pet clothing options available to you at the Haute Hound. They have shirts and hoodies emblazoned with environmentally-conscious messages and made of eco-friendly materials, so your pet can preach the virtues of sustainable living and look good doing it. The Haute Hound even carries pet-themed gift bags made of recycled material to wrap all the goodies for gifting.So what are this year's hottest pet products? According to Kimberly Hall, owner of the Haute Hound, "the eco friendly toys are always the most popular gift purchased for pets during the holidays. They are the perfect fit for your dog's stocking too!" by David Kierski

As seen in Renest!

The Haute Hound's Bamboo feeders appeared in Renest, Abundant design for Green Homes!

Bamboo Dog Furniture from the Haute Hound. Finally, I can stop being jealous of cat owners for the bamboo cat loungers thanks to these bamboo dog feeders and a bamboo dog bed frame. Before we even got our dog, I thought dogs shouldn't have to eat at floor level - just think of the neck strain! The Wowo Bamboo feeder solves this problem by bringing their food & water up to a reasonable height in an elegant and green package.
The Bambu Diner does the same. The Bambu Lounger has a memory-foam filled mattress and matches the feeder.

As seen in Eco-Fabulous!

Our Bambu Dog Feeder was featured in Eco-Fabulous! Check it out!

The Bambu Diner from the Haute Hound has clean sophisticated lines and is handmade using solid bamboo, with a water-resistance finish (of course your dog is far too classy to splash when lapping up agua but still nice for wash time).
The bowls are stainless steel and hold up to 1.6 cups of food or water, big enough to reward even the hardest working rescue dogs. The dining unit measures 14″L x 6-1/2″W x 4″H and retails for $79.95, a small price to pay for making your canine connoisseur a legit eco member of the family.