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Family Scarves

Anthony & His Dog Dave

Food for Peeps & Pups

Food for Peeps & Pups Just a reminder that food banks need help now more than ever. Many people are facing hunger, and many also have beloved family pets. So please consider donating both people and pet food to local food pantries right away. They also need financial donations to assist during this abnormal time. A few local groups to consider helping include Gather NH located in Portsmouth and Footprints Food Pantry in Kittery. You can learn more on their websites. A gift of food could be the most important gift on your list this year, as according the NH Food Bank, one in seven Granite Staters don’t know where their next meal will come from. (GatherNH.org) (FootprintFoodPantry.org).

Family Scarves There’s nothing like a snuggly scarf to help ward off the chill of winter. It’s a go-to accessory for many, and now you can have your very own design created for every member of

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the family. Lionel Loveless, owner of Officially Knotted Bowties (and Route 1 Antiques too), makes beautiful custom scarves for both people and pups! He offers a vast selection of wonderful fabrics to choose from, or you can use your own fabric. A big thanks to Dwight, Gayle & Walter Eugene Davis of Senior Helpers for sharing their fun family scarf photo with us! To order, call Lionel at (603) 601-2554, email him (okbowties@gmail.com) or visit his Facebook page. Lionel also makes custom face masks to complete one’s fashion look! (facebook.com/OfficiallyKnottedBowties/)

Anthony & His Dog Dave We received the sweetest note from Jenn Odstrcil of Raymond, New Hampshire hoping we could feature her son Anthony’s dog in the magazine. Dave, a 7-year-old Boston Terrier, looks after Anthony. Jenn stated, “Anthony

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loves your magazine, and he also loves dogs. It would make his day if you could put our Dave in the magazine! He couldn’t choose one picture, so we sent a few to choose from. We just love reading this magazine!” Well, it was hard for us to choose from the many adorable photos, but here are a few of our favs. Thanks so much, Jenn and Anthony, for your kind words and great pictures! `

Wine Time Tis the season to celebrate…our family, friends, our health and of course our wonderful canine friends. This fun dog-themed wine glass from Drinkwater Flowers in Hampton is a great gift for a dog-loving friend or simply for yourself. Enjoy wine-time with others…or home alone with your pup! Drinkwater also offers a really great selection of wine and other unique, fun gifts for all. It’s definitely worth stopping in… and tell owner Angela Bramante that Seacoast Bark sent you. (DrinkwaterFlowers.com)

Great Finds for Equestrians Kudos to Connor Carey

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Granite State Dog Recovery

Great Finds for Equestrians A trip to Francie’s Boutique located in the Topsfield Village Shopping Center (a quick 30 minute drive) is certainly worth the trip, as one will discover a treasure trove of upscale consignment clothing, accessories, home goods, art and fun gifts for dog lovers! Owner Leslie Voss recently added an equestrian section that offers a great selection of clothing, boots and more. The store also features an array of hand-crafted items from over 20 local artisans. It’s a fun shop to explore, and you’ll fall in love with their official greeter Beau…a handsome rescue from down south! (FranciesBoutique.com)

Granite State Dog Recovery The wonderful and helpful non-profit Granite State Dog Recovery recently received a $20,000 donation from Primary Bank as part of the bank’s 5th anniversary celebration. The bank reached out to the community to receive nominations for groups to give back to. The top five nominated finalists received more than 12,500 votes in the final round, with Granite State Dog Recovery being the grand winner! Granite State Dog Recovery is an all-volunteer non-profit organization dedicated to reuniting lost dogs with their families by working in partnership with shelters, rescues & animal control, while providing community outreach. Their motto is “Never Give Up,” and they never turn down a plea for help. (GraniteStateDogRecovery.com)

O Let’s Take a Walk The Big O Key Ring is a great and functional accessory for all dog-loving Moms! What better way to carry your keys while out and about (walking your dog) than these stylish bracelet-like key rings. They come in either leather or silicone in a variety of colors. Another bonus? They offer pouches that attach to the key ring so you can carry more stuff; hands-free! Made by Oventure, the Big O is also a fun and unique gift idea for your galpals. (Oventure.com)

Kudos to Connor Carey The Animal Welfare Society (AWS) of Kennebunk recently received a donation of hand-crafted agility equipment for its Canine Behavior and Training Program. The donation was the result of an Eagle Scout service project completed by Connor Carey, 17, of Eliot. Carey reached out AWS because of his lifelong love of dogs and his desire to make a difference for pets in his community. Connor raised funds to purchase materials and oversaw the construction of the agility pieces. Kudos to Connor for his concern and contributions to canines! And kudos to the AWS for your wonderful care of animals in need. (AnimalWelfareSociety.org)