Halloween Doggie Treats at the Post Gazette, Courtesy of Freeway

RUFF Dog Show Held at the Gassy [Photos]

Responsible Urbanites for Fido (RUFF) held its annual Dog Show at DeFilippo Park with many local North End residents competing in viewing the fun-filled event. The four categories of competition included unique trick, look-alike, bring home the bacon and RUFF’s very own obstacle course. Councilor Lydia Edwards and Dr. Graham (Back Bay vet) judged the Read More…

Unappreciative Seagull Rescue

Dan Flaherty sends in this photo and rescue story on the Union Wharf waterfront: This poor seagull was trapped. His leg was stuck in the crack of a wood pylon. I walked over to the Boston Fire Marine division and shared the story of this poor birds plight. LT LeBlanc and his crew offered to Read More…

NE/W Dog Initiative Holds Successful First Forum on Intestinal Parasites

The North End/Waterfront Dog Initiative met on Wednesday, June 23rd, for the first Humane Education Forum on responsible dog ownership. Guest speaker, Dr. Kiko Bracker led a discussion on communicable diseases in companion dogs. Specifically, the focus was on intestinal parasites passed on from other dogs, humans or the surrounding environment. The talk was co-sponsored Read More…