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Now here’s the thing. I am not much of a wine connoisseur, but I know what labels I like. I like ones with dogs on them. If they have dogs on them, I know that the wine was created by dog-lovers. And if wine was created by dog-lovers, it has to be good, right? Hey, us dog-lovers got to stick to together!

Mutt Lynch Winery caught my eye with their artistic and creative labels. This special winery is located in the Dry Creek Valley in Sonoma County, California. The owners decided to combine their love of dogs with their passion for wine. Without taking themselves nor their business too seriously, Mutt Lynch Winery has created four distinctly unique and delightful bottles of wine— Livermore Valley Merlot Merlot Over and Play Dead; Sonoma County Zinfandel/Carignane Portrait of a Mutt; Canis Major (Zinfindel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah); and the newest wine, Sonoma County Chardonnay Unleashed. All are of outstanding pedigree.

I’m a Merlot-kinda girl, so the first I would try would be Merlot Over and Play Dead (love it!), but I love the Unleashed name and label, too.

Now, granted, I have not tried their exciting wines for myself, but one, MuttLynch Wine is from Sonoma, and two, they have dogs on the label. Dogs! They had me at “woof.”

Did you guys know? It’s the year of the dog? On January 30, the world officially went to the dogs… well, The Chinese Year of the Dog to be more exact. You see, while Western horoscope operates by a monthly cycle, the Chinese horoscope is dictated by the year. Each year an animal is paired with an element. Hence, The Year of the Fire Dog.

So, to celebrate this 2006, check out Bodhi Toys. This chi-riffic company has created an entire line of high-quality Chinese-themed dog toys. You can choose from:

·Lucky Carp—The carp is a symbol of abundance. Everyone must have this lucky fish for the New Year!

·Lotus Bud—This flower symbolizes harmony, purity, and continuity. How perfect is this for a feminine dog, like a little Cavi girl?!

·Bamboo (Green or Brown)—Bamboo is the symbol for longevity, courage and resilience. What we wish for in all our pets.

And toys aren’t the only good-luck items that Bodhi makes. They also sell beautiful lotus beds, Zen bowls, and more.

So, if you were born in the year of the Dog, rejoice. According to Chinese astrology, you make awesome secret FBI agents and shrewd business people. Lucky dogs!

Of course, every doggie mama believes that her baby is the most beautiful baby doggie on the planet. And that unconditional love and devotion leads us to smother our puppies in snuggly blankets, adorable outfits, scrumptious nibbles, and luxurious bath products. Otherwise, you wouldn’t be reading this blog, right? Right. We treat our precious pets like the kings and queens they rightfully are.

And what is the one thing that kings and queens throughout the ages have been ceremoniously presented with? A unique treasure that is painstakingly crafted and lovingly passed from one generation to the next? A custom oil portrait, of course!

Well, it’s not just for human royalty anymore. Now you can immortalize your furry little king or queen in a one-of-a-kind work of art, created from a photo of your little darling, courtesy of Alexis Trice, dog artist extraordinaire.

Alexis works in classic oils to craft timeless treasures to last a lifetime. Her website, Welcome to the Doghouse, features beautiful galleries of her recent work, which shows off her talent for capturing each of her models’ distinct personalities. Whether you are looking for a traditional portrait or a more whimsical piece, Alexis will paint any pet you want in any style you want and guarantees your 100% delight.

These portraits make wonderful keepsakes, loving memorials, and heartfelt gifts for any dedicated doggie mama. So, if your doggie is model material (and what pooch isn’t), check out her site for very reasonable pricing on gorgeous custom artwork.

Forget about decorating your space with store-bought art or boring framed prints. Deck the halls with a creative tribute to your lovable pet instead.