Simon Sez...FETCH!

2009-10-28T09:17:00.000-07:00

fun little place sent to us from my husband...

Dog Bark Park Inn

Cottonwood, Idaho

This beagle-shaped inn was built in 1997 by chainsaw artists Dennis Sullivan and Frances Conklin, who sold enough chainsaw wood carvings on QVC one year to invest in their pet(!) project. The main building, named Sweet Willy, is accompanied by a 12-foot-high wood carving of another beagle named Toby.

We heart Norm's in Fremont!

2009-07-27T17:13:00.000-07:00

One of my most favorite places to eat and grab a beer at with Simon in tow is Norm's Eatery & Ale House in Fremont. If you're looking for some good grub, a laid-back vibe and all-around fun with your pooch at your side, check out Norm's. Here are the "Dog Rules", straight from their facebook page, just in case you were wondering...

Here are the rules that we follow so the Health Department turns a blind eye with our favorite side kicks in the restaurant:
1. Your dog must be friendly with people and other dogs.
2. Your dog must be on a leash! No leash, your dog can't come in.
3. You cannot let your dog bark while in the restaurant. This is actually a rule that the Health Department told us we have to enforce.
4. Your dog cannot eat off of the table or any plates on the table.
5. You must clean up after your dog if it relieves itself on our floor! You need to be a responsible pet owner and take your dog out if you plan on staying for awhile.

For the most part, we can get away with our furry friends (dogs only) coming into Norm's without the Health Department giving us a hard time. We keep our restaurant and kitchen clean and sanitized. Don't ruin it for everyone. If you are not a fan of dogs, then we suggest you go elsewhere in Fremont.

Take Your Dog to Work Day - Fri. June 26

2009-06-23T09:01:00.000-07:00

Created by Pet Sitters International in 1999, Take Your Dog To Work Day (TYDTWDay) celebrates the great companions dogs make and encourages their adoption. Businesses and shelters are encouraged to participate in this year's tenth anniversary event on Friday, June 26, 2009. Learn more at www.takeyourdog.com.

Photos from FURRY 5K

2009-06-08T18:53:00.000-07:00

Seattle FURRY 5K!

2009-06-06T22:38:00.001-07:00

2009 10th Annual Furry 5k Fun Run and Walk

SUNDAY, JUNE 7th in SEWARD PARK. RACE STARTS at 10 A.M

The Furry 5k raises money for the Help the Animals Fund, which provides veterinary care and supplies for sick, injured or abused orphaned shelter animals. The Seattle Animal Shelter takes in nearly 8,000 animals annually. Of those, many receive the lifesaving care they need thanks to the generous donations of individuals and companies. The HTAF is an integral part of saving lives – with annual veterinary expenses of approximately $100,000, every dollar raised counts!

More information at www.furry5k.com!

Seattle Animal Shelter Needs Your Help!

2009-05-04T13:16:00.000-07:00

The Seattle Animal Shelter experienced a fire yesterday afternoon. The
fire began near the dryer in the laundry room and did not spread far
outside of the laundry room. All the animals and people at the
shelter are ok.

All critters have been relocated to ACCESS Emergency Vet Hospital for
oxygen and monitoring. All other animals are being monitored at the
shelter.

THE SHELTER WILL BE CLOSED TO THE PUBLIC AND VOLUNTEERS Monday,
5/4/09. The staff will focus on cleanup of the shelter. We should be
back to normal operations on Tuesday, 5/5/09.

Please help us by asking friends and family for donations of blankets
and towels. As you can imagine, most of our linens were damaged in
the fire. Also, we do not have a working washer or dryer, so we will
need help with laundry starting Tuesday morning.

Thank you all for your help and understanding.

The Seattle Animal Shelter is located in the Interbay neighborhood of
Seattle between Magnolia and Ballard on 15th West - one mile south of
the Ballard Bridge. 2061 15th Ave West, Seattle, WA 98119.

LILY, MATTIE & MAXIMUS!

2009-04-30T07:46:00.000-07:00

KODA the KUTIE!

2009-04-30T07:22:00.000-07:00

Bench capacity...

2009-03-25T16:45:00.000-07:00

REYA!

2009-03-25T16:38:00.000-07:00

I have known Reya since she was a puppy (2003), and look at her today...cutest German Shepard ever!!!

Doggie Mobile Photos

2009-03-25T16:35:00.001-07:00

Introducing WINSLOW...

2009-03-25T16:29:00.001-07:00

This guy is as sweet and gentle as they come!

St. Bernard Puppy!

2009-03-25T15:42:00.000-07:00

How cute is this puppy?!?!

This is not a 4-On The Floor dog, but I sure do wish he was! I spotted this 6 month old fella at the Seattle Kennel Club Show a few weeks back and couldn't resist capturing a photo. So stinkin' adorable!

Fundraiser for Puppy Mill Rescue Dogs TONIGHT in Fremont!

2009-03-05T07:55:00.000-08:00

NORM'S TRIVIA NIGHT!

Please come to Norm's Alehouse, for a night of Trivia, good food and spirits for a good cause. This is ONE NIGHT ONLY where all proceeds raised will go to the Puppy Mill Rescues.

Where: Norm's Alehouse, 460 N. 36th (in Fremont), Seattle
When: Thursday, March 5th from 4 pm until 10pm
Happy Hour from 4 pm to 6 pm, Trivia starts at 8 pm.

One word...MEL

2009-02-23T15:38:00.001-08:00

BAILEY is back in the pack!

2009-02-23T15:34:00.000-08:00

Simon, Burton and Bailey ready for some dog park action!

Welcome back COPPER!

2009-02-23T15:28:00.000-08:00

Oh, Copper-Topper! So great to have this little gal back in the pack, too. I happened to catch this shot of her when the sun was shining on a little stretch of the park and she took full advantage of getting some Vitamin D. Best guess on Copper's mix is Beagle, Viszla and ?? Adorable!

Welcome back MADDIE & TOST!

2009-02-23T15:20:00.001-08:00

I have taken care of Maddie & Tost (golden retreivers) since they were puppies in 2002 and I am thrilled to have them back in the pack a couple times a week! Talk about CUTE!

Funny thing about this photo...looks like a 2-headed pooch!

Simon's boo-boo

2009-02-23T14:53:00.000-08:00

Leave it to my boy to split yet another nail...this is the 3rd one in 2 years! This one happen to be more of an ordeal for Simon because it really bothered him after in was removed. He managed to remove the e-collar on day 2 while I was away for dinner, and then he chewed the bandage off. Little stinker! The yellow bootie has worked out great, though...he doesn't take it off when unsupervised, plus it allows him to romp at the park now.

Puppy Mill Rescues Need Your Help

2009-02-04T08:54:00.000-08:00

Recently, there were over 600 puppies rescued from the Seattle area...

A fellow dog walker, Gwen Howell, has put together an informational blog with a guide to how, what and where to donate much need items. Please visit Save-A-Puppy to see how you can help.

4-On The Floor will be more than happy and willing to accept donations on your behalf and distribute them accordingly.

4-On The Floor is officially back in biz!

2009-02-02T10:02:00.001-08:00

I am officially back to biz today and couldn't be more excited! I am thrilled to have former "clients" back on board and looking forward to creating adventures with all the new ones :-)

The website (www.4-onthefloor.com) is complete and up-to-date (thank you, Kristin Miller @ www.sflook.com)! The blog is ready for stories, photos and events to be posted (www.simonsezfetch.blogspot.com). A page has beeen created on Facebook (4-On The Floor * Urban Dog Walking) to keep so many of you up to date with 4-On The Floor...and to show off photos of all your pooches, of course! Oh, and if you happen to Twitter you can follow us there, too...username 4otf_seattle. Fun!

Please consider following this blog often, as I will post special discounts for services from time to time...in addition to fun photos and stories of your pooch's adventures at the dog park!

*Drum roll, please*...Special pooch discount for the month of February is 20% off all dog walking and dog park adventures! A BIG THANK YOU to all returning clients and to all the new ones!

Woofs and Tail Wags-

Betsey & Simon

Welcome Burton!

2009-01-30T14:20:00.001-08:00

Burton, a 2 year old mutt with lots of puppyish energy and a great spirit has joined the pack. He loves to pester Simon whenever he (Simon) is focused on his fetching! I think Simon secretly likes it ;-) I have given Burton the nickname Gooser, because the other activity he relishes in is chasing dogs to the point of "goosing" them on the rump or tail...if he can catch them!

4-On The Floor is back in Seattle!

2009-01-10T20:46:00.000-08:00

Greetings to all former and potential new clients!

4-On The Floor has returned from San Francisco and will resume Dog Walking and Off-Leash Park Adventures at the beginning of February, 2009.

Please feel free to contact me by phone 206.427.6249 or email betsey@4-onthefloor.com to discuss services and set up some adventures for your pooch!

We are thrilled to be back in Seattle and look forward to seeing familiar friends and meeting new ones!

With Woofs and Tail Wags-

Betsey & Simon