var gaJsHost = (("https:" == document.location.protocol) ? "https://ssl." : "http://www."); document.write(unescape("%3Cscript src='" + gaJsHost + "google-analytics.com/ga.js' type='text/javascript'%3E%3C/script%3E")); try { var pageTracker = _gat._getTracker("UA-11499266-2"); pageTracker._trackPageview(); } catch(err) {}Tumblr (3.0; @bichonnerie)http://bichonnerie.com/<script type="text/javascript" src="http://video.foxnews.com/embed.js?id=12459656&w=400&h=249"></script><br/><br/><p><b>Still looking for the perfect present for Fluffy? Here are some gift ideas… </b></p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/281007142http://bichonnerie.com/post/281007142Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:21:50 -0800pet giftpooch giftdog giftdog gift ideas<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ktn8pnqgJC1qaq2e9o1_r1_500.gif"/><br/><br/>http://bichonnerie.com/post/256364344http://bichonnerie.com/post/256364344Tue, 24 Nov 2009 18:39:00 -0800<img src="http://29.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ktagj6GXl11qaq2e9o1_500.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><b>Oh, Where to Find Stylish Christmas & Holiday Photo Cards with Flair?<br/></b></p> <p>We’re all in denial, but the Holidays are really just around the corner. And if you’re like me, you probably haven’t ordered your Christmas cards yet. The good news—there’s still time! Photo cards with your beloved pet is a wonderful way to send your well wishes to family and friends this happy season. If you like what you see above, click on the image to go to tinyprints.com. There, you’ll find these and many more designs suited to your (and your doggy’s) personal style. Problem solved!</p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/248091274http://bichonnerie.com/post/248091274Tue, 17 Nov 2009 21:00:00 -0800stylish pet cardsstylish holiday cardsclassy holiday cardsclassy cardsclassy dog cardsHelp a Needy Doggy Today—Click for a Cause: Bichonnerie Friends, Please consider this your good deed...http://bichonnerie.com/post/247320668http://bichonnerie.com/post/247320668Tue, 17 Nov 2009 07:45:00 -0800save a dog's lifehelp dogfeed dogdog charity<img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kt6c1dC4kn1qaq2e9o1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p>The <b>BEST</b> Shampoo—really!</p> <p><b>When I decided to start a blog for Bichon lovers, I resolved to only recommend products that are proven winners—of course this is subjective, since Diamond and I are the only judges :) Diamond always gets compliments on the whiteness and softness of his coat, and some folks have asked me what dog shampoo I use on him. My answer: Buddy Wash—it’s soap free, has non-irritating natural ingredients, rinses easily, and—best of all—smells yummily and keeps his coat fresher in between shampoos than others I’ve used. No need to throw away your $$ on more expensive brands. This is really good stuff! We think it’s the best dog shampoo…</b>(note: Amazon seems to have the best price. I’ve seen this selling at $10+ at pet stores, and you get 2 bottles for $15. Click on the photo above to check it out.)</p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/246066933http://bichonnerie.com/post/246066933Mon, 16 Nov 2009 07:09:00 -0800recommended og shampoogreat dog shampoobest dog shampoo<img src="http://28.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kt5u68ekEl1qaq2e9o1_r1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><b>CUTE ITEM ALERT: Bichon Luggage Tag</b></p> <p>I don’t know if you’re like me…I’m obviously very partial to all things featuring Bichons. But it seems challenging to find something <i>tastefully</i> cute. Recently, I’ve come across this great Bichon luggage tag. Seems like some celebs are also fans, like Oprah W., reportedly. Anyway, thought I’d share it with you all.</p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/244930435http://bichonnerie.com/post/244930435Sun, 15 Nov 2009 09:06:00 -0800bichon luggage tagcute bichon itemcute dog itemcute dog luggage tagcute dog tagshih tzu luggage tagyorkie luggage tagpoodle luggage tag<img src="http://24.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kt21bkR5HL1qaq2e9o1_r2_400.gif"/><br/><br/><p>Nothing like a cheerful, happy Bichon to lick your troubles away and brighten your day.</p> <p>Diamond inspired me to create this little guy.</p> <p><b>Happy Friday, and enjoy the weekend with your little one(s)!</b></p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/242646504http://bichonnerie.com/post/242646504Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:50:00 -0800cutedogdoggiehappypupbichon mascotbichon graphichttp://bichonnerie.com/post/242644030http://bichonnerie.com/post/242644030Fri, 13 Nov 2009 07:46:00 -0800<object width="400" height="336"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/av11sCiFBKE&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/av11sCiFBKE&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="336" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent"></embed></object><br/><br/><p><b>Something to Make You Smile :)</b></p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/241896324http://bichonnerie.com/post/241896324Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:57:00 -0800<img src="http://26.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kt08coaoYQ1qaq2e9o1_250.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><b>And the Winner is…</b></p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/241589875http://bichonnerie.com/post/241589875Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:26:00 -0800picky dog eaterrecommended dog foodgreat dog foodgreat kibbleChoosing the Right Kibble for Your Bichon: When Diamond transitioned to “big dog food”...http://bichonnerie.com/post/241579756http://bichonnerie.com/post/241579756Thu, 12 Nov 2009 08:12:00 -0800how to choose dog foodhow to choose dog kibble<img src="http://27.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_kt06j46BVg1qaq2e9o1_250.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><b>Your Bichon is What He Eats…Good Food Translates to Good Health</b></p> <p>When Diamond was a puppy, I researched long and hard on what puppy food would be best. The first things I learned, were 1) Choose premium food whose main ingredients don’t include a lot of fillers and wheat products—you want protein to be the main ingredient here, and 2) Solid food is best—you’ll see a benefit in maintaining his dental health here,and 3) No need to supplement when you find the right kibble—these premium dog foods are <i>balanced</i> meals based on research and science. So there’s really no need to add a soft food mix or canned food.</p> <p>For Diamond, the best match was the Wellness dry (very important, remember—it’s good for their teeth) puppy food pictured above.</p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/241561264http://bichonnerie.com/post/241561264Thu, 12 Nov 2009 07:47:00 -0800recommended puppy foodgreat puppy foodbichon foodpuppy foodpuppy kibblehttp://bichonnerie.com/post/240946225http://bichonnerie.com/post/240946225Wed, 11 Nov 2009 18:07:00 -0800<img src="http://30.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_ksz03wJNc01qaq2e9o1_400.jpg"/><br/><br/><p><b>A Bichon’s Best Friend!</b></p> <p>The Bichon Frise’s coat is heavenly. It’s one of the things that makes owning a Bichon so great—running your fingers through his soft, fluffy coat. Keep that coat in great shape by brushing his coat every day, even if it’s just for a couple of minutes. It’ll save you a lot of grief and $$ at the groomer’s, trust me. Brushing time also makes for good bonding time and will keep those pesky mats and tangles at bay.</p> <p>The brush pictured above is sure to be a winner with your fluffy one.</p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/240844984http://bichonnerie.com/post/240844984Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:31:00 -0800groom bichonbichon brushbrush for bichonbichon groominggroom doggroom bichon<object width="400" height="336"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/a3bdigI7HcY&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1"></param><param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/a3bdigI7HcY&rel=0&egm=0&showinfo=0&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="336" allowFullScreen="true" wmode="transparent"></embed></object><br/><br/><p>Check out these good doggies diligently brushing their teeth. Good dental health is a Bichon Frise must!</p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/239475659http://bichonnerie.com/post/239475659Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:31:00 -0800Bichon basics: The bichon.org site is a great resource for Bichon owners and admirers!http://bichonnerie.com/post/239301315http://bichonnerie.com/post/239301315Tue, 10 Nov 2009 09:38:00 -0800I’m Theresa T., the owner of a Bichon bundle of joy named Diamond.My husband and I agonized...http://bichonnerie.com/post/238642403http://bichonnerie.com/post/238642403Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:00:00 -0800about meabout bichonnerie.comabout this blogabout bichonneriebichonfurkids.org: Thinking about getting a Bichon? Support the good work of bichonfurkids in...http://bichonnerie.com/post/237376047http://bichonnerie.com/post/237376047Sun, 08 Nov 2009 14:09:00 -0800bichonfurkidsbichon rescue san diegobichon rescuebichon adoption san diegowhere to adopt bichon san diego<object type="application/x-shockwave-flash" width="400" height="300" data="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=7504458&server=vimeo.com&fullscreen=1&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF"><param name="quality" value="best" /><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always" /><param name="allowfullscreen" value="true" /><param name="scale" value="showAll" /><param name="movie" value="http://vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=7504458&server=vimeo.com&fullscreen=1&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF" /><embed src="http://www.vimeo.com/moogaloop.swf?clip_id=7504458&server=www.vimeo.com&show_title=1&show_byline=0&show_portrait=0&color=00ADEF&fullscreen=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" allowscriptaccess="always" width="400" height="300"></embed></object><br/><br/><p>life is good!</p>http://bichonnerie.com/post/237294226http://bichonnerie.com/post/237294226Sun, 08 Nov 2009 12:32:00 -0800cute bichon videoBichon hanging outIt’s a Bichon state of mind.http://bichonnerie.com/post/237224097http://bichonnerie.com/post/237224097Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:04:00 -0800