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“Dear PoPville,
Was wondering if a call for dog groomers could go out. I know that has been discussed, but it has been awhile. My shaggy dog appreciates the help.”
Pets
“Dear PoPville,
I live along 17th Street in Dupont and love how dog-friendly the neighborhood is and that so many establishments allow dogs in shops or on their patios.
However, there are a couple of folks in our neighborhood with dogs that “aren’t friendly” who still insist on bringing them along to sit on the sidewalk while they dine outside. More than once, unprovoked, I’ve had the same dog lunge, barking hysterically and snapping at myself and my dog. The owner berated me for letting my dog get close to hers, although her dog was lying in the middle of the sidewalk. Another time, I saw a woman bend down to greet a different dog at the same restaurant, and the dog snapped and bit her finger so hard that she was bleeding. (more…)
From Doggy Style:
“After 15 years on 18th Street NW, Doggy Style is moving to 17th & R Sts NW. We are excited to find a location that will better serve our needs and the needs of our customers. Our entire in-stock inventory is on sale until Sunday, October 8th (excluding grooming services and bakery items). We will be closed starting on October 9th for the move and will re-open at 1642 R St NW by Saturday, October 14th. We look forward to seeing everyone in our new location!”
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Thanks to all who passed on from Councilmember Nadeau’s office:
“The “Dining with Dogs on Patios Emergency Act of 2017” will be introduced and voted on by the entire DC Council on Tuesday, October 3, 2017 at 10AM.
The bill was introduced by Councilmember Vincent Gray (Ward 7) and co-introduced by Councilmembers Brianne Nadeau (Ward 1), Charles Allen (Ward 6), and Brandon Todd (Ward 4).
This legislation requires nine councilmembers to pass in order for restaurants to again have the discretion to allow dogs on outdoor restaurant patios.
If this bill passes: (more…)
“Missing since 8/25. Mason is a black lab and pit mix. Approx 6 years old, 45 lbs. He has a bit of gray on his chin from age but is otherwise all black. Not wearing a collar but is chipped. Neutered. Please contact us if you see any possible matches or found animals.
Patrick 240-876-8774
Alexis 202-802-1511”
2224 18th Street, NW
This is the former Sawah Diner space.
Life of Riley’s website says:
“Family owned and operated, Life of Riley Pet Hotel & Spa is a home away from home for the four-legged members of your family. Our staff members are professional, diligent, and caring animal lovers who form special bonds with the dogs they care for. Whether it’s daycare, grooming, or boarding that you are interested in, we promise you and your dog a unique, luxurious, safe, and fun experience.
Our hotel suites are professionally designed and custom built. We have two playrooms separated by size and temperament, which are streamed on our webcams 24/7. The playrooms are supervised at all times by our mindful daycare supervisors. With electrically operated tables and tubs, our grooming salons are state of the art and designed with your dog’s comfort and safety in mind. All of our groomers are professionals of the highest caliber with decades of experience under their belts. We use all-natural grooming products from the Mauro Pet Care range to make sure your pups feel as great as they look after their day at the spa.”
Do your thing internet/good people of Petworth!!
“Alastair has been missing since Friday night. Alastair was last seen around 8/10PM on Friday September 15th on/near Richardson Place NW.
Alastair is a one year old, medium build, friendly brown & gray tabby cat. He is very social and loved by many in the neighborhood. Alastair has a collar with a red heart name tag and a small, round blue tag with my phone number on it.”
3333 Georgia Ave, NW courtesy Midlands
Last Friday we spoke about the crackdown at Wonderland. Thanks to all who messaged about Midlands last night:
“Dear Friends, Neighbors and Dog Parents,
We deeply regret having to make this statement, but Washington DC’s Dept. of Health just paid us a visit and told us we are NO LONGER ALLOWED TO HAVE DOGS on the property until further notice. This means all dogs including Andy Pants. We are very sorry for this awful change, but we have no control over it. Write your council member, we are.
Ward 1 CM Brianne Nadeau ([email protected]) since both Midlands and Wonderland are both in her district,
Health Committee Chair Vincent Gray ([email protected]) and his committee director [email protected]
Dept. of Health Director [email protected] (cc: [email protected]).
Just put it all in the same email
Midlands & Andy”
One reader notes from the comments: “The Midlands Inspector told me that “this all stems from the Washington Post.” They supposedly put out an article or something about a complaint they received about all the dogs on patios in dc. This is what she told me.”
Ed. Note: For those who wish to debate kids in bars, you may have a refresher here, also about Midlands.
“NW WASHINGTON, DC–LOST MALE DOG
Lost male dog, (mostly) Australian spotted blue heeler, about 40 lbs. Responds to DIEGO. Lost in Rock Creek Park near Connecticut and Macomb Street, NW, DC 20008. Monday night 11:30 pm. Seen Tuesday morning in Rock Creek Park near Van Ness St. Please call or text 202-329-5927 or contact Joanna Robin. [email protected]”