Letter from the Editor Woof! And, Happy New Year! New Year is a time of reflection, and new beginnings. It is a time of new resolutions, and new adventures. And as the winter sets in, and the magic of snow covers our cities (or, at least, for those of us who are lucky enough to experience it, this time of year) we couldn't think of anyone better to represent this issue than the polar bear, himself. Meet Birk: a white, fluffy Samoyed polar bear from Norway. We sat down with his humans to discuss their past adventures, and their traveling plans for the new year. They also offer us some useful advice for traveling with our pups. In this issue, we learn about the history of the Samoyed breed, and meet the Most Famous Samoyeds of Instagram! We also feature our favorite Winter Designer Pawlection: Tiffany's Pet Accessories. As always, we include the latest of dog fashion from Barker's Bazbark, the latest of dog sports from Spawrts Illustrated, and the latest of dog travel from National Pawgraphic. We hope everyone has a happy and fresh start to the New Year! May it be filled with new opportunities, and new plans for adventure! Till next time, XOXO,
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DOGUE JAN '22
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NEW YEAR, NEW PAWDVENTURES
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PUPS ENJOY THE 1ST SNOW OF THE YEAR
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PUPS ARE FEELING THE BLUES THIS WINTER SEASON
Dogs Enjoy The Magic Of Snow All Over The World
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Our Favorite Blue Pawshion Of The Season
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NEW YEAR, NEW PAWDVENTURES
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FEATURED: BIRK
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Birk's Great Pawdventures & Some Traveling Tips For Dog Parents
A Look Inside Birk's Winter Pawdventures
DESIGNER WINTER PAWLECTION '22 Tiffany's New Designer Pet Accessory Collection
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BREAKFAST AT SNIFFANY'S Our Favorite Breakfast At Sniffany's Covers
BREED HIGHLIGHT: THE SAMOYED The Spitz Family The History Of The Polar Bear Breed Instagram Famous Samoyeds
KAAPO'S WINTER PAWDVENTURES Kaapo's Pawdventures In Finland
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Pups Enjoy the First Snow of the Year
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New Year New Year is a time of new beginnings, and new pawdventures. And, Samoyeds make great adventure pawrtners! From hiking the mountains, to parasailing, these pups aren't afraid of anything, except maybe, for water. At least, that is true for Birk! Birk is a 4 year old Samoyed polar bear from a Norwegian island called Valderøya, located on the West Coast of Norway. He is one of the two Samoyeds in his family. Together, with his humans, and his brother, Oso, they go exploring the four islands in Giske Kommune; including Valderøya, Giske, Vigra, and Godøya. They also love driving to the Sunnmøre Alps, to enjoy beautiful mountain views, with hundreds of high peaks; which takes them two hours, by car and ferry. Birk's family chose the Samoyed breed for several reasons. Birk’s dad is allergic to most dog breeds, and a Samoyed is one of the few dogs that is hyperallergenic. Secondly, Birk’s humans wanted furry companions for active lifetsyle; dogs who can keep up with their regular hiking adventures. And, they also believe that a Samoyed is one of the most beautiful dog breeds in the world, and we can’t argue with that! These fluffy, white, bears are just adorable, and they make amazing adventure partners. This year, the family is planning to visit a much anticipated place called Lofoten, in the North of Norway.
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New Pawdventures Birk’s humans also shared some traveling tips for dog parents who wish to travel with their pups. (1) The easiest way to travel with your dog is by car. You can make stops, on the way, when needed to walk them. And, you'll also be avoiding all the travel requirements, and the additional fees that go with flying. (2) Dogs can travel safe in their crate, or with special carriers, that are properly strapped. (3) Always bring enough water, food and a First Aid Kit for emergencies. (4) And, most importantly, never leave your dog alone in the car, especially when it is hot and sunny out. If you do decide to fly with your dog, make sure to check the specific requirements with your airline, prior to your departure. Some places, like Hawaii, have a 3-month long process. Usually, a proof of Rabies vaccination and a health certificate are required. Dogs also need to be registered on the plane, in advance, and have their own plane ticket. Emotional support animals used to be considered as "service animals" in the US, and didn't require a separate ticket, but laws have changed as of January, 2021.
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FEATURED: BIRK
A look inside Birk's pawdventures in Norway. To learn more, visit his profile @birk_the_polar_samoyed
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Birk has 5 siblings. He is in touch with 3 of them via Instagram. Like a bear, Birk loves to hibernate and can never get enough sleep. His favorite foods are meat sausages, Cheez Doddles, and VOM. Squeaky balls are his favorite toys. Birk goes crazy for sheep, which is his herding gene kicking in. His favorite activity is going on hiking adventures with his family. With seashore and mountains, Godøya is Birk’s favorite place to be. Birk is not a swimmer. He will avoid water, and wet surfaces, at all costs. He is very cuddly, especially in winter, when it gets colder. Birk weighs 66 lbs which makes him about 10 times smaller than a polar bear.
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BIRK'S GREAT PAWDVENTURES
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Tiffany Pet Accessory Collection
Nothing says new beginnings like brand new accessories. "When your pet is best in show, their accessories should be best in class. Stylish pet collars, sleek name tags and luxury accessories are what every pampered pet deserves."
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designer pawlection
Dog Bowl in Bone China Tiffany's classic pet accessories are crafted from the highest quality materials for a luxurious look and feel. Add a whimsical touch to your home with the stylish Tiffany dog bowl. Made of Bone China. 5" diameter.
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Tiffany's bridle leather designs are just pawfect for the winter season. Made of Tiffany Blue® leather with palladiumplated metal hardware. Adjustable, Measures 11-14". and 75" wide.
Elevate your pup's everyday look with this luxe leather leash. Tiffany's classic collar and leash are made of Tiffany Blue® leather with palladium-plated metal hardware. Measures 56" long, and 6" wide.
Tiffany’s collar is made with black leather with palladium-plated metal hardware. Adjustable, Measures 15-18". and 1" wide.
Tiffany's leash is made of black leather with palladium-plated metal hardware. Measures 56" long, and 1" wide.
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Pet Treat Jar in Bone China
Tiffany;s classic Pet Treat Jar is designed in Tiffany Blue® bone china with a removable lid. It is meant to hold your furry friend's favorite treats! Made of Bone China. Measures 7" high x 5" diameter.
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Bone Collar Charm Whimsical Tiffany charms add a personal touch to any collar. This Bone Collar Charm can also be personalized. Made of stainless steel.
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Breakfast at Sniffany's Covers 01 Lady Aria Blaze
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02 Bella Bella is a Shih Tzu fashion model and boss lady from Pennsylvania. She is the CEO of Guccella @guccellausa. Bella was our first Breakfast at Sniffany's cover, and is the one who inspired this theme for @coverdogs. To learn more about Bella, visit her profile @furry_cousins.
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Pixie is a Yorkie model and Cover Girl from Singapore. She is affectionate, confident and exuberant puppy. To learn more about Pixie, visit her profile @pixieyorkie2020.
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04 Rylee
Rylee is a travel-size Yorkie fashion model and pupfluencer from Seattle, Washington. To learn more about Rylee, and her crew, visit her profile @3colorfulyorkies.
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06 Tiffany Tiffany is a Cocker Spaniel fashion model and Cover Girl from California. Her name was inspired by Breakfast at Tiffany's, so we could say that she was born for this cover. To learn more about Tiffany, visit her profile @tiffany_and_gigi.
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The Spitz Family According to the American Kennel Club, the Spitz breed comes from arctic climates, with origins in Scandinavia, Russia, North America, and Asia. The word “spitz” is a German word which means “pointed”. Physically, most spitz breeds have a wolf-like appearance that includes pointy, pricked ears, almond-shaped eyes, a heavy, double coat, and a feathery tail carried over the back. All of these features help keep them warm when the temperatures drop. According to AKC, there are between 50 and 70 distinct Spitz dog breeds, with 16 AKC recognized Spitz breeds, including (1) Akita (2) Alaskan Malamute (3) American Eskimo Dog (4) Chow Chow (5) Finnish Lapphund (6) Finnish Spitz (7) Icelandic Sheepdog (8) Keeshond (9) Norwegian Buhund (10) Norwegian Buhund (11) Norwegian Lundehund (12) Pomeranian (13) Shiba Inu (14) Siberian Husky, (15) Swedish Vallhund & (16) Samoyed. The Samoyed is one of the largest of the powerful Spitz breed. Samoyeds take their name from the Samoyedic people, a semi-nomadic people from Asia who migrated to Siberia a thousand years ago.
BREED OVERVIEW GROUP: Working HEIGHT: 19 to 24 inches WEIGHT: 35 to 66 pounds COAT: Long, double coat HYPOALLERGENIC COLOR: white LIFE EXPECTANCY: 12 to 14 years
The History of the Polar Bear Breed
The Samoyed is a medium-large sized herding dog with a thick, white, and double-layer, hypoallergenic coat. These beautiful and graceful dogs stand anywhere from 19 to 23 inches, at the shoulder. For generations, these dogs were used as companions and reindeer guards. They are smart, social, and mischievous pups who demand love, and attention. The Samoyed breed has also been identified as a basal breed that predates the emergence of the modern dog breeds of the 19th century, suggesting that they’re connected to the ancient arctic lineage. In the late 18th century, Arctic explorers introduced the Samoyed to England.
Queen Alexandra was a huge admirer who promoted the breed as a companion and a show dog. Descendants of her dogs appear in many English and American kennels today. In America, a sparkling white dog named Moustan of Argenteau made history in 1906 as the first of the breed registered by the AKC. American and European mushers of the early 20th century were big fans of the breed, for Samoyeds were capable of sledging one and a half times their own weight. Scott, Shackleton, and Amundsen were a few of the era’s famous explorers who rode behind Sammies through frozen expanses. In fact, Samoyeds have also accompanied Roald Amundsen in his successful landmark reach of the South Pole in 1911.
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LET THE NEW PAWDVENTURES BEGIN...
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K aap o ' s P awdven t u re s Kaapo is a 4 year old male model from Finland, who loves pawdventures. In Winter, Kaapo takes his humans on hikes to explore snowy forests and frozen lakes. Kaapo is an Eurasier which is a rare Spitz breed; a mix of Keeshond, Chow Chow and Samoyed. He is a true beauty who has already participated in dog shows in Findland, and won! The Finnish Champion plans to attend more dog shows this year, all over Europe. Kaapo's parents got him when he was just 8 weeks old. Today, he weighs 60 lbs, and stands almost 2 feet tall. Kaapo is also a proud father to 9 puppies, who turn 1 this month.
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Turn Your Compassion into Action
We Are Their Voice The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals® (ASPCA®) was the first humane society to be established in North America and is, today, one of the largest in the world. Our organization was founded on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment at the hands of humans and must be protected under the law. Headquartered in New York City, the ASPCA maintains a strong local presence, and with programs that extend our anti-cruelty mission across the country, we are recognized as a national animal welfare organization. We are a privately funded 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation, and are proud to boast more than 2 million supporters across the country. The ASPCA’s mission is “to provide effective means for the prevention of cruelty to animals throughout the United States.”
"Helping vulnerable animals and keeping pets in safe and loving homes requires a commitment from all of us— advocates, pet owners, shelters, leaders, and entire communities. When we work together under a common cause, we’re both saving lives and elevating our society and its laws to ensure cruelty victims and other at-risk animals receive the protection and care they deserve."
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