Here is a link to the OBX Photo Contest
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Sharing Tim
Our annual Outer Banks Photo Contest is underway ... lots of fun seeing the new entries every day. Today I wanted to share some of the pet photo category entries with you. If you have not entered the contest it is not too late. We will accept photos until September 23, 2011. First prize is a week off season in an Outer Banks Vacation Rental managed by Village Realty OBX. No purchase necessary.
Here is a link to the OBX Photo Contest
Here is a link to the OBX Photo Contest
Friday, July 1, 2011
Bow Wow
As you travel along 158 in Jarvisburg, ten minutes north of the Wright Memorial Bridge you will discover a 100+ year old farm house situated on three acres of land that has been transformed into a Total Dog Center. Greater Coastal Canine is a complete dog store and also offers indoor/outdoor dog training. A large selection of Holistic Dog Foods, Treats and Frozen Raw. Hundreds of toys, leashes, beds, keepsakes, a self wash, pet photography, supervised doggy playtime and a lot more. The training center offersbeginner to advanced AKC obedience, Agility & Schutzhund obedience and behavioral modification for all breeds and ages. Their website is http://www.k9edu.com/
Dedicated to enriching the human/canine bond, Ellen Carey founded Greater Coastal Canine in the mid 1990s on the Outer Banks to provide a higher canine education to the community. Her positive approach offers clients the opportunity to build a healthy relationship with their dogs.
Ellen's belief that every client has his or her own unique goals in dog training, develops programs based on individual needs. After an initial evaluation she advises her clients on the best approach to take. From private to group lessons, behavioral modification and intensive training.
Contact Information:
Telephone, (252) 491-8234 Fax, (252) 491-8233
7512 Caratoke Hwy, Jarvisburg, North Carolina 27947
Email: nomorebaddog@aol.com
If you are interesrted in renting a pet friendly vacation rental on the Outer Banks of North Carolina, please visits http://www.petfriendlyobx.com/
Monday, May 23, 2011
2011 Outer Banks Season
Fun Stuff first...have a cute pet? Sure you do and now is the time to get some new photos of Barkly, Precious, Winnie, Champ, Fido, Max and so on while you are on vacation. Why you ask? Because you can enter those adorable pooches in the OBX Photo Contest and win win win!
For the third year Village Realty OBX is sponsoring the contest which ends on September 23, 2011. That gives you plenty of time to enter. No purchase is necessary and you do not have to be renting a house from Village Realty to enter. (Very nice of them, wouldn't you say?).
Grand Prize is a week (off season) in a Village Realty vacation home and there will be first and second runners up and category winners too. So come on and make your furry friend a star on the world wide web. Village Realty uses a lot of these adorable pet pix throughout their website; http://www.villagerealtyobx.com/ and you can also find some at http://www.petfriendlyobx.com/. Good luck!
Now the Not as Exciting but Important Info:
Generally dogs love the beach and love to go on vacation with their families. There are things you can do to proactively help your pet and your entire family have a safe and stress free week or weeks on the Outer Banks.
Before traveling, ask your local veterinarian for a copy of your pet’s health and shot records.
Have a proper identification tag affixed to your pet’s collar.
Keep a current photograph of your pet with you.
Stick a piece of adhesive tape to your pet’s collar with your name, local address and phone number
Bring your dog's dishes from home, along with some favorite toys
Here are some locals rules and regs for the different towns along the OBX
Nags Head
Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round as long as they are restrained by a leash not exceeding 10 feet. All pet waste must be properly disposed of by owners.
Kill Devil Hills
Between May 15 and September 15 of each year, no dogs shall be permitted on the public beach between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. unless being used to aid a handicapped person. At all other times, dogs are not permitted on the public beaches except upon a leash and under control of owner. All pet waste must be gathered in appropriate containers. Year-round leash law.
Corolla
Leashes are required in Currituck County, but there are no length requirements.
Duck
Dogs are allowed on the beach unleashed, but as a matter of public safety and courtesy, they should be under the watchful eye and contact of their owner.
Southern Shores
Dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 15 - September 15. Year-round leash law. All pet waste must be collected immediately and deposited in appropriate containers.
Kitty Hawk
Dogs are permitted on public beaches. The owner/handler is responsible for and must remove pet waste and possess a bag/container for waste removal at all times. Dogs must be on a leash not exceeding 6 feet between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. beginning the Friday before Memorial Day until the day after Labor Day. At all other times during the year, dogs must be restrained on a leash retractable to 12 feet. Dogs may be taken off the leash only if they will not disturb other people on the beach. Unleashed dogs must be controlled by the handler, who must remain within 30 feet of the dog at all times. A leash must be with owner/handler at all times. Violation of any of these rules shall be a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $50.00.
For the third year Village Realty OBX is sponsoring the contest which ends on September 23, 2011. That gives you plenty of time to enter. No purchase is necessary and you do not have to be renting a house from Village Realty to enter. (Very nice of them, wouldn't you say?).
Grand Prize is a week (off season) in a Village Realty vacation home and there will be first and second runners up and category winners too. So come on and make your furry friend a star on the world wide web. Village Realty uses a lot of these adorable pet pix throughout their website; http://www.villagerealtyobx.com/ and you can also find some at http://www.petfriendlyobx.com/. Good luck!
Now the Not as Exciting but Important Info:
Generally dogs love the beach and love to go on vacation with their families. There are things you can do to proactively help your pet and your entire family have a safe and stress free week or weeks on the Outer Banks.
Here are some locals rules and regs for the different towns along the OBX
Nags Head
Dogs are allowed on the beach year-round as long as they are restrained by a leash not exceeding 10 feet. All pet waste must be properly disposed of by owners.
Kill Devil Hills
Between May 15 and September 15 of each year, no dogs shall be permitted on the public beach between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. unless being used to aid a handicapped person. At all other times, dogs are not permitted on the public beaches except upon a leash and under control of owner. All pet waste must be gathered in appropriate containers. Year-round leash law.
Corolla
Leashes are required in Currituck County, but there are no length requirements.
Duck
Dogs are allowed on the beach unleashed, but as a matter of public safety and courtesy, they should be under the watchful eye and contact of their owner.
Southern Shores
Dogs are not allowed on the beach from May 15 - September 15. Year-round leash law. All pet waste must be collected immediately and deposited in appropriate containers.
Kitty Hawk
Dogs are permitted on public beaches. The owner/handler is responsible for and must remove pet waste and possess a bag/container for waste removal at all times. Dogs must be on a leash not exceeding 6 feet between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. beginning the Friday before Memorial Day until the day after Labor Day. At all other times during the year, dogs must be restrained on a leash retractable to 12 feet. Dogs may be taken off the leash only if they will not disturb other people on the beach. Unleashed dogs must be controlled by the handler, who must remain within 30 feet of the dog at all times. A leash must be with owner/handler at all times. Violation of any of these rules shall be a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of not more than $50.00.
Friday, March 11, 2011
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
The OBX was made for water dogs
Two videos of my favorite blonde - one exploring the Atlantic Ocean, the other playing in the Currituck Sound. Enjoy!
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
2010 Outer Banks Photo Contest sponsored by Village Realty
Village Realty invites you to share your vacation photos with us! We are excited to present the 2010 Photo Contest! We will be accepting photo submissions until September 8, 2010. Winners will be notified by phone and e-mail in mid-September.
Contest Prize: The Grand Prize Winner of the 2010 Village Realty OBX Vacation Photo Contest will receive a one-week, off-season rental, based on availability, in one of our rental homes or condos. Second and Third Place prizes, yet to be determined, will be awarded.
Entry Guidelines: By uploading your photos, you grant Village Realty permission to use your photo submission(s) for use in any of its marketing, advertising or promotional materials, without payment or any other consideration. Photos must be of places, people or events in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Professional photos are not permitted.
Click Here for more information and to enter your photos
Contest Prize: The Grand Prize Winner of the 2010 Village Realty OBX Vacation Photo Contest will receive a one-week, off-season rental, based on availability, in one of our rental homes or condos. Second and Third Place prizes, yet to be determined, will be awarded.
Entry Guidelines: By uploading your photos, you grant Village Realty permission to use your photo submission(s) for use in any of its marketing, advertising or promotional materials, without payment or any other consideration. Photos must be of places, people or events in the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Professional photos are not permitted.
Click Here for more information and to enter your photos
Friday, April 30, 2010
Pet Week is May 2 - 8 2010
From PetWeek.org
"National Pet Week was jointly founded in 1981 by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Auxiliary to the AVMA, and is widely celebrated throughout the United States and other parts of the world. In 2010, National Pet Week is celebrated from May 2-8."
The goals of National Pet Week are to promote responsible pet ownership, celebrate the human-animal bond, and promote public awareness of veterinary medicine
National Pet Week
For any reservation made and confirmed during that week (for any week in 2010) Village Realty will donate $5.00 to local animal shelters. Visit our Pet Friendly website at http://www.petfriendlyobx.com/
"National Pet Week was jointly founded in 1981 by the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) and the Auxiliary to the AVMA, and is widely celebrated throughout the United States and other parts of the world. In 2010, National Pet Week is celebrated from May 2-8."
The goals of National Pet Week are to promote responsible pet ownership, celebrate the human-animal bond, and promote public awareness of veterinary medicine
National Pet Week
For any reservation made and confirmed during that week (for any week in 2010) Village Realty will donate $5.00 to local animal shelters. Visit our Pet Friendly website at http://www.petfriendlyobx.com/
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)