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Hi I'm Jack! This is me at my favorite restaurant, Besta - Wan Pizza House in Cardiff. Here, dog friendly is an understatement! Always as many dogs as are people on the patio. They have heat lamps, water bowls, and dogs of all sizes dining daily. Incredibly well-behaved creatures ... and the dogs are friendly, too! Great beer, great food, and great prices! If you’re looking for a fun place to dine - check out Besta- Wan and be sure to follow my San Diego dog blog BarkingBeast.com to hear about the dog-friendly restaurants and retails stores in San Diego I rave about! Bark on! — Jack
Hi I'm Jack! This is me at my favorite restaurant, Besta - Wan Pizza House in Cardiff. Here, dog friendly is an understatement! Always as many dogs as are people on the patio. They have heat lamps, water bowls, and dogs of all sizes dining daily. Incredibly well-behaved creatures ... and the dogs are friendly, too! Great beer, great food, and great prices! If you’re looking for a fun place to dine - check out Besta- Wan and be sure to follow my San Diego dog blog BarkingBeast.com to hear about the dog-friendly restaurants and retails stores in San Diego I rave about! Bark on! — Jack
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San Diego Pets Magazine's Pet Friendly Restaurant Guide
03:35 PM, Thursday, May 16
San Diego is home to hundreds of top-notch restaurants and bars, and it is no surprise that the city — which is said to be one of the most pet-friendly in the world — would also have dozens of dog-friendly patios where you can enjoy a meal and drink with your best friend. #GoPets
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by San Diego Pets Magazine
The Heart Behind the Show
by Arden Moore
05.13.13 - 02:55 pm
Adopt a Recycled Rabbit: Your New Green Companion
by Judith Pierce
05.13.13 - 02:47 pm
Managing Mealtime
Shelter to Soldier – Saving Lives, Two at a Time
by Mark Carlson and San Diego Pets Magazine
05.08.13 - 03:59 pm
The French Fry Protection Racket
by Mark Carlson
05.06.13 - 08:57 am
Tami’s Tender Touch
by Mimi Pollack | Special for San Diego Pets Magazine
05.06.13 - 07:00 am
Katu, Fifteen Minutes of Fame
by Suzy Hagstrom | Guest Column for San Diego Pets Magazine
05.04.13 - 06:23 pm
Meet Thom Somes: The Pet Safety Guy
by Arden Moore and San Diego Pets Magazine
04.22.13 - 06:37 pm
How to Curb Scent Marking
by Renowned Dog Trainer Victoria Stilwell | Special for San Diego Pets Magazine
04.20.13 - 09:20 pm
Behavior Bytes | April 2013
Play it Safe – For Your Pet’s Sake!
by Arden Moore
04.20.13 - 10:57 am
Lions, Tigers and Bears
by Mimi Pollack | Special for San Diego Pets Magazine
04.19.13 - 12:48 pm
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San Diego Pets Magazine's Pet Friendly Restaurant Guide
by San Diego Pets Magazine
May 16, 2013
San Diego is home to hundreds of top-notch restaurants and bars, and it is no...
The Heart Behind the Show
by Arden Moore
May 13, 2013
Four Legged Life | May 2013
Adopt a Recycled Rabbit: Your New Green Companion
by Judith Pierce
May 13, 2013
You’re vegetarian, you shop with your own recycled bags and work hard to keep...
Managing Mealtime
by Dr Stefanie Schwartz
May 08, 2013
Behavior Bytes | May 2013
Shelter to Soldier – Saving Lives, Two at a Time
by Mark Carlson and San Diego Pets Magazine
May 08, 2013
This is about a remarkable program called Shelter to Soldier, a non-profit or...
Top 10 Dog and Cat Medical Conditions of 2012
by VPI Pet Insurance
04:29 PM, Thursday, May 16
Just like their human counterparts, when pets are afflicted with even seemingly minor ailments such asan ear infection, stomach ache or cough, it can prompt a visit to the doctor. While the majority of these conditions are rarely life threatening,...
K9 Cloud 9 Announces Debut of Its Line of Frozen Yogurt Treats for Dogs
by K9 Cloud 9
11:00 PM, Wednesday, May 15
Carson, CA –  K9 Cloud 9, a southern California pet products company announces the debut of their high quality line of frozen yogurt treats for dogs. The company offers four fun flavors that every dog can enjoy. The company also introduces its ...
Puppy Prom Night Promises To Be “Paws-Itively” Magical
by Helen Woodward Animal Center
10:50 AM, Wednesday, May 15
Helen Woodward’s Second Annual Event Celebrates Former Orphans and Adoptive Families
Postal Service Releases Top Dog Attack City Rankings
09:21 AM, Wednesday, May 15
Collaboration Promotes National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 19-25
Adopt a Recycled Rabbit: Your New Green Companion
by Judith Pierce
02:47 PM, Monday, May 13
You’re vegetarian, you shop with your own recycled bags and work hard to keep your waste out of the landfill, so it make sense that you are leaning toward an animal companion who matches your green lifestyle.   Look no further – rabbits are one of...
Managing Mealtime
by Dr Stefanie Schwartz
04:08 PM, Wednesday, May 08
Behavior Bytes | May 2013
The French Fry Protection Racket
by Mark Carlson
08:57 AM, Monday, May 06
My dog is running a protection racket. For those of you who don’t remember the old gangster films of the 1930s, a protection racket is where a couple of thugs go to some small business and tell the owner that if he don’t pay them some money on a r...
Adopt Me San Diego!
by Escondido Humane Society
01:41 PM, Friday, May 17
Suzanne is a 1-year-old spayed female English spot mix, ID 68561. Suzanne is a sweet, petite girl with dark gray markings and smoky-colored eyes. She's friendly and loves being petted. She doesn't mind gentle handling and loves her daily exerci...
Adopt Me San Diego!
by Rancho Coastal Humane Society
12:15 PM, Thursday, May 16
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 5/17/13 Name: Perry Age: 6-1/2 years Weight: 15 pounds Gender: Spayed, Female Breed: Domestic Shorthair INFO: "Perry" is the adoptable pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. She’s a ...
Adopt Me San Diego!
by Helen Woodward Animal Center
10:51 AM, Thursday, May 16
Smooth Guy “Smirnoff” Helen Woodward Animal Center Pet-of-the-Week for May 20, 2013 Meet Smirnoff, Pet-of-the-Week at Helen Woodward Animal Center! This 11.6lb 6-year old Tabby blend may sound like a party animal, but he is re...
Adopt Me San Diego!
by Escondido Humane Society
09:22 AM, Friday, May 10
Ket-Cat is a 3-year-old neutered male grey tabby mix, ID 71560. Ket-Cat is a sweet, active guy who would love to find a family who would enjoy playing with him. He prefers not to be held and he’s not much of a "lap cat," but you won't even care...
Adopt Me San Diego!
by Rancho Coastal Humane Society
12:34 PM, Thursday, May 09
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 5/10/13 Name: Salami Age: 3 years Weight: 29 pounds Gender: Spayed, Female Breed:            Dachshund INFO: "Salami" is the adoptable pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. This sal...
I4ME_M_W_yaffbar_bananapeanutbutter.jpg Share the Love with a Yaffbar by MuddandWyeth
12:50 PM, Thursday, May 16
May is National Pet Month, a special occasion dedicated to celebrating your favorite companions. The ones you long to take on adventures and don’t mind sharing your snacks with every step of the way. Truthfully, we love celebrating our furry friends all year-round but, this month, there’s someth...
5CM3_IMG_7750.jpeg O'Malley: Cat for adoption at PAWS of Coronado by PAWSofCoronado
07:23 PM, Monday, May 13
It sure is busy around here… O’Malley thought as he huddled near Star Park on Loma Avenue in Coronado. A kind man took pity of our Torbie boy and fed him for a short time.  Since living on the street was no life for an orphaned cat, he brought him to the ACF. Our boy O’Malley is an easy ...
D0TR_tplo.jpg Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture of BIG and ACTIVE dogs by BarkingBeast
12:39 PM, Tuesday, May 07
Last year my very active and rather large 1 yr old lab mix Jack was  limping at his worst.  I noticed the limping began 3-4 weeks ago on what I thought was one of his legs ( however turned out being both legs). After careful  online research I was hopeful that Jacks limping was the result o...
Brezziana Taylor From Snout-To-Tail Pet Love & Care by JenLovesPets
08:59 AM, Thursday, April 25
The wind is blowing ever so slightly, you're watching him run towards you frisbee in mouth. "Good boy!" you say when he reaches you, as you lovingly run your hands all over him, and then you feel it. A hard lump the size of a golf ball on his back. "What?!What is this?" you think "How long has i...
My Dog Jack The Art of Naming a Dog by BarkingBeast
04:58 PM, Wednesday, April 24
Last week I came across an very interesting article from the New York Times,  The Art of  Naming a Dog .  I wanted to post about it earlier but lately things have been really crazy in the dog industry with new events coming up for spring and summer, so my apologies. Anyway the articl...
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Top 10 Dog and Cat Medical Conditions of 2012
Just like their human counterparts, when pets are afflicted with even seemingly minor ailments such asan ear infection, stomach ache or cough, it can prompt a visit to the doctor. While the majority of these conditions are rarely life threatening,...
04:29 PM, Thursday, May 16
full story
Hi I'm Jack! This is me at my favorite restaurant, Besta - Wan Pizza House in Cardiff. Here, dog friendly is an understatement! Always as many dogs as are people on the patio. They have heat lamps, water bowls, and dogs of all sizes dining daily. Incredibly well-behaved creatures ... and the dogs are friendly, too! Great beer, great food, and great prices! If you’re looking for a fun place to dine - check out Besta- Wan and be sure to follow my San Diego dog blog BarkingBeast.com to hear about the dog-friendly restaurants and retails stores in San Diego I rave about! Bark on! — Jack
San Diego Pets Magazine's Pet Friendly Restaurant ...
San Diego is home to hundreds of top-notch restaurants and bars, and it is no surprise that the city — which is said to be one of the most pet-friendly in the world — would also have dozens of dog-friendly patios where you can enjoy a meal and dri...
03:35 PM, Thursday, May 16
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K9 Cloud 9 Announces Debut of Its Line of Frozen Y...
Carson, CA –  K9 Cloud 9, a southern California pet products company announces the debut of their high quality line of frozen yogurt treats for dogs. The company offers four fun flavors that every dog can enjoy. The company also introduces its ...
11:00 PM, Wednesday, May 15
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Puppy Prom Night Promises To Be “Paws-Itively” Mag...
Helen Woodward’s Second Annual Event Celebrates Former Orphans and Adoptive Families
10:50 AM, Wednesday, May 15
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Postal Service Releases Top Dog Attack City Rankings
Collaboration Promotes National Dog Bite Prevention Week, May 19-25
09:21 AM, Wednesday, May 15
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Columns
Jeff Krapf hosts the new Pet Lounge TV show co-produced by Jude and Isaac Artenstein.
The Heart Behind the Show
Four Legged Life | May 2013
02:55 PM, Monday, May 13
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Bucket playing in the garden. Photo by Judith Pierce
Adopt a Recycled Rabbit: Your New Green Companion
You’re vegetarian, you shop with your own recycled bags and work hard to keep your waste out of the landfill, so it make sense that you are leaning toward an animal companion who matches your green lifestyle.   Look no further – rabbits are one of...
02:47 PM, Monday, May 13
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Managing Mealtime
Behavior Bytes | May 2013
04:08 PM, Wednesday, May 08
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Schubach Aviation representative Kimberly Herrell visits with Shelter to Soldier Founder Graham Bloem and his volunteers Karen Baskin, Lisa Johnson and Lynn Ramsey at Schubach Aviation's Palomar Airport hangar, and gets to meet for the first time Ty the service dog and Corporal James Norvell, one of the first beneficiaries of Shelter to Soldier's program. Herrell presented Bloem with a check for $2,300, representing funds raised during the first quarter of Schubach Aviation's "One Cent Per Mile" fundraising campaign, which will benefit Shelter to Soldier through the end of 2013. Pictured left to right are: Karen Baskin, Kimberly Herrell, Graham Bloem, Corporal James Novell, Ty, Lisa Johnson and Lynn Ramsey.
Shelter to Soldier – Saving Lives, Two at a Time
This is about a remarkable program called Shelter to Soldier, a non-profit organization that is dedicated to helping veterans suffering from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and/or Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) find true independence through t...
03:59 PM, Wednesday, May 08
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The French Fry Protection Racket
My dog is running a protection racket. For those of you who don’t remember the old gangster films of the 1930s, a protection racket is where a couple of thugs go to some small business and tell the owner that if he don’t pay them some money on a r...
08:57 AM, Monday, May 06
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Pet of the Week
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Adopt Me San Diego!
Suzanne is a 1-year-old spayed female English spot mix, ID 68561. Suzanne is a sweet, petite girl with dark gray markings and smoky-colored eyes. She's friendly and loves being petted. She doesn't mind gentle handling and loves her daily exerci...
01:41 PM, Friday, May 17
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Adopt Me San Diego!
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 5/17/13 Name: Perry Age: 6-1/2 years Weight: 15 pounds Gender: Spayed, Female Breed: Domestic Shorthair INFO: "Perry" is the adoptable pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. She’s a ...
12:15 PM, Thursday, May 16
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Adopt Me San Diego!
Smooth Guy “Smirnoff” Helen Woodward Animal Center Pet-of-the-Week for May 20, 2013 Meet Smirnoff, Pet-of-the-Week at Helen Woodward Animal Center! This 11.6lb 6-year old Tabby blend may sound like a party animal, but he is re...
10:51 AM, Thursday, May 16
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Adopt Me San Diego!
Ket-Cat is a 3-year-old neutered male grey tabby mix, ID 71560. Ket-Cat is a sweet, active guy who would love to find a family who would enjoy playing with him. He prefers not to be held and he’s not much of a "lap cat," but you won't even care...
09:22 AM, Friday, May 10
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Adopt Me San Diego!
RCHS PET OF THE WEEK – 5/10/13 Name: Salami Age: 3 years Weight: 29 pounds Gender: Spayed, Female Breed:            Dachshund INFO: "Salami" is the adoptable pet of the week at your Rancho Coastal Humane Society. This sal...
12:34 PM, Thursday, May 09
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I4ME_M_W_yaffbar_bananapeanutbutter.jpg Share the Love with a Yaffbar by MuddandWyeth
12:50 PM, Thursday, May 16
May is National Pet Month, a special occasion dedicated to celebrating your favorite companions. The ones you long to take on adventures and don’t mind sharing your snacks with every step of the way. Truthfully, we love celebrating our furry friends all year-round but, this month, there’s someth...
5CM3_IMG_7750.jpeg O'Malley: Cat for adoption at PAWS of Coronado by PAWSofCoronado
07:23 PM, Monday, May 13
It sure is busy around here… O’Malley thought as he huddled near Star Park on Loma Avenue in Coronado. A kind man took pity of our Torbie boy and fed him for a short time.  Since living on the street was no life for an orphaned cat, he brought him to the ACF. Our boy O’Malley is an easy ...
D0TR_tplo.jpg Cranial Cruciate Ligament Rupture of BIG and ACTIVE dogs by BarkingBeast
12:39 PM, Tuesday, May 07
Last year my very active and rather large 1 yr old lab mix Jack was  limping at his worst.  I noticed the limping began 3-4 weeks ago on what I thought was one of his legs ( however turned out being both legs). After careful  online research I was hopeful that Jacks limping was the result o...
Brezziana Taylor From Snout-To-Tail Pet Love & Care by JenLovesPets
08:59 AM, Thursday, April 25
The wind is blowing ever so slightly, you're watching him run towards you frisbee in mouth. "Good boy!" you say when he reaches you, as you lovingly run your hands all over him, and then you feel it. A hard lump the size of a golf ball on his back. "What?!What is this?" you think "How long has i...
My Dog Jack The Art of Naming a Dog by BarkingBeast
04:58 PM, Wednesday, April 24
Last week I came across an very interesting article from the New York Times,  The Art of  Naming a Dog .  I wanted to post about it earlier but lately things have been really crazy in the dog industry with new events coming up for spring and summer, so my apologies. Anyway the articl...

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