by Nancy E. Hassel, LIPetPlace.com

OWG went to the dogs! The bi-annual event ‘Dog Days’ held every spring and fall at Old Westbury Gardens was a tail waggin’ success on Saturday, April 13, 2013.   Over 25 pet related vendors and rescue groups, a dog show happening at the same time – judged by David Frei of Westminster, and tons or happy and yappy dogs walking the majestic grounds throughout the day.  If you missed Saturday, you can still go Sunday – but there will not be any vendors, just a beautiful day out to walk your dog and enjoy the grounds. OWG is off limits to dogs the rest of the year, Dog Days is the perfect opportunity to explore the grounds with your favorite pooch.  Bring a camera as there are so many different oppoturnities to capture beautiful pictures of your pup like the ones taken by me below.  Check out the video on our TV channel and many more pictures here too!

MORE PICTURES HERE!!

by Nancy E. Hassel, LIPetPlace.com

Dog Days at the Mansion

This past weekend at Old Westbury Gardens, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, dog owners and their dogs flocked to the majestic grounds and estate for the bi-annual “Dog Days at Old Westbury Gardens.”  The beautifully landscaped grounds, all 200 acres, were bursting with spring daffodils, tulips, buttercups and wagging tails.  The first day of the weekend wasn’t too nice but still did draw many people, but Sunday was the day to go.  A bit windy in some spots, the air was filled with laughter, some barking in the background and lots of smiling faces at all the cute dogs.  Some areas of the grounds were off limits to dogs, but the majority of the gardens were open.  The estate was packed with people and their dogs sitting and walking around enjoying the day and the camaraderie only a dog owner could understand.  From the tiniest Pomeranian to a huge Great Dane – there were dogs of all shapes and sizes in attendance.  If you missed it, don’t worry, you will get a chance again in the fall.

Check out our slide show below this picture, and see if your pup is in there!

Daisey, Photo by: R. Hassel