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A Good Dog's Life
"A Good Dog's Life" located in Asheville, NC is a one stop training facility. Founded by Susan Wilson and Gail Hubbard. "A Good Dogs Life" addresses any training needs from personal to professional duty. They combine years of experience training working dogs and facilitate agility courses. Susan, Gail, and their dogs are also a part of the North Carolina Search and Rescue Team and are avid outdoor professionals with a well known reputation. They host a dog show on local radio helping callers with their dog's behavioral issues.
A Kid's Guide to Dog Care
A Kid's Guide to Dog Care is a great site for kids to surf and learn about the joys of proper pet ownership. Very useful site!
ASPCA
American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is a leading authority and organization dedicated to animal rights. Join Today!
Asheville Humane Society
Asheville Humane Society operates the largest full-service animal shelter in Western North Carolina. Check their site for info on their activities and pets for adoption.
Bark Magazine
Bark Magazine is a bi-monthly magazine that chronicals the dog/human phenomenon. Bark is a modern dog culture magazine hailing from Berkeley, CA and is a must-read for any "hip" dog owner who is more concerned about the relationship than the breed status. Caudia Kawczynska and Cameron Woo have an award winning magazine that you should subscribe to.
Bone-A-Fide Bakery and Boutique
Bone-A-Fide Bakery and Boutique located in beautiful downtown Black Mountain, NC is a dog friendly destination featuring Val and Sandy's delicious baked goods for furry friends, as well as, a slew of other "must have" items not found in the big chain pet stores. Bone-A-Fide Bakery has been a favorite of the Trail Hound and a vital part of Western North Carolina's advocacy scene for several years now. Their address is 118A Cherry Street in Black Mountain, NC and phone number is 828-669-0706. Attn: Black Mountain Website Directions-Click on Galleries/Studios/Shops and precede to page 2 for a cute picture and breif discription of Bone-A-Fide Bakery and Boutique's products and services. Let them cater your next "Dog Party"!
Delta Society
The Delta Society a national organization for service/therapy dogs and provides "The Human-Animal Health Connection".
Dog Friendly
This is a great site for traveling with your dog(s).
Dog Play
Dog-Play is a site with lots of info on various activities that people do with dogs.
Haywood Animal Welfare Association
HAWA is a great place to find your new pet in Haywood County or Western North Carolina. They have been an active part of the community and work to improve the lives of the homeless animal population in the area. They also have an upscale boutique where the proceeds go to help the animals in their care. Located in beautiful downtown Waynesville, NC they have several items for discriminating shoppers, pet owners, and people who want to help a good cause. HAWA is one of the only retail distribtors for Trail Hound custom made gear for dogs and we look forward helping HAWA raise funds for their animals. Visit them today and make a donation or stop by and pick up something nice.
Holly Help Spay Neuter Fund
Holly Help Spay Neuter Fund is a non-profit 501(c) organization that raises funds providing services for spay/neuter and adopting homeless animals. Located on the border of Bristol, TN and Bristol, VA the Trail Hound is proud to be a "Window Sponsor" for their adoption wall. Please contact Sue Williams and this fine organization for info relating to spay/neuter and adopting your pets. Thanks go to the kind individual (from Trail Days) who told them about us, we are happy to help.
Howie's Harnesses
Howie's Harnesses have a great site for cavers and all sorts of offerings for the serious outdoors person. The Family of Howard, Amanda, and Andy Cobb have a first rate sew, gear, and embroidery operation in Fines Creek, NC. Howie's Harnesse's are good friends of the Trail Hound Gear Shop and are leaders in their industry. They have excellent prices, knowledgable service, and welcome any inquiries regarding gear. They get a double "opposable" thumbs up.
Kabalarian Philosophy
Kabalarian Philosophy is a name anaysis site and a listing for picking out your new dog's (or child's) name. See what your name really means. Also a great philosophy site and outlook on life!
Maggie the Wonder Dog
Check out this site for a fun diversion. "The saying "My Jack Russell Terrior is smarter than your honor student" could be true. This dog and her owners are real classy folks who have graced Jay Leno show, national news, print ads galore, and now model for Target Corp. Maggie's skills have been witnessed first hand by the Trail Hounds (she's a great little hiker too!). Maggie spends half her year in Asheville, NC and half in Sarasota, FL. Best in Show Maggie!
P.S. What she claims to do, she really does...no joke.
Mast General Store
Mast General Store is an Appalachian Tradition since 1883. Mast sells general merchandise for the mountain home and family. They provide a sense of tradition and excel at customer service in their seven locations across the Southeast (soon to open another in Knoxville, TN in Aug. 06). At all Mast General Stores you will find all the necessities for getting out on the trails including basic gear and supplies, clothing, and information. Mast General Store even has an ample selection of gear and amenities for dogs and they are a dog friendly environment. Mast has played a part in helping dogs through fund raising and charitable events. Trail Hound Jay is proud to work in the newly renovated outdoor department at their Waynesville, NC location. When you are in the neighborhood stop on by and say hello, Jay knows several dog friendly hikes in the area. Also, if you are in the Asheville area stop by and see Lane in the outdoor department. Lane and his dog "Jade" have thru hiked the Appalachian Trail and are expert hikers with local knowledge.
North Carolina Search and Rescue Dogs
North Carolina Search and Rescue Dog Association is a regional volunteer group that uses working dogs to help locate the lost and serve the community. Trail Hound is proud to have worked with NCSAR Dog providing gear that makes their job easier. Get the word out and make a donation today.
Ortho Dog
If you have a dog that suffers pain from hip dyspasia or other joint ailments, but still wants to hit the trails and get out and enjoy life, the "Hip-Hound" may help. Developed by two Asheville Specialists and sewn locally, their product has received accolades from the finest veterinary schools and testimonials from satisfied customers. They developed their product out of love for dogs and want to improve the life of dogs in pain.
PETA
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals is a leading advocate for animal rights and an organization worth supporting.
Pet Insurance
Pet insurance is an ounce of prevention and a great idea.
Pet Loss Grief Support
There may be nothing worse than losing a pet. You're not alone.
Pets Welcome
A wonderful site for traveling with your pet(s).
Debbie Dean Shuttle Service
Debbie Dean Shuttle Service for Western North Carolina, East Tennessee, and North Georgia is a good choice with over ten years service for the area. She has a Commercial Driver's License and has had several repeat customers, referrals, and shows up on time. She will work with your schedual and will even watch your dog while you hike through the Smoky Mountain National Park (Dogs are not allowed on the A.T. through the S.M.N.P.) The National Park forbids dogs due to their scent and the parks desire to have wildlife sightings for their visitors. She and her Boarder Collie "Maggie" welcome any calls.
Call 828-497-5391 for rates and schedualing.
The Soapy Dog
The Soapy Dog General Store is open! Asheville's first do-it-yourself dog wash has everything you need for pampering your dog(s). Soapy Dog features a great selection of hiking/training gear, pet supplies, premium dog food and supplements, fresh baked cafe treats, flea and tick meds, grooming supplies, dog tags, and specialty items. So come on in to The Soapy Dog and don't forget to bring your dog(s) the hours are Tuesday-Saturday noon-8pm and Sunday noon-5pm. No appointment is necessary and their phone number is 828-350-0333 ask for Roni.
The Spatz Book Series is a delightful kid's book series that follows "Spatz" the dog's adventures. Written by Sherry W. Fair and beautifully illustrated by Jarrett Rutland (both local Lake Junaluska, NC residents) and soon to feature a "Spatz" goes hiking edition, with Trail Hound Gear.
Trail Dog
Trail Dog is an Awesome Yahoo Groups site (founded by Jim Greenway and his dog Shadow) that is a great resource for hiking and backpacking dogs.
Whole-Dog-Journal
A monthly guide to natural health care, training, and wholeistic living with dogs.