Smiling Dog Films
Have you ever thought your dog should be in the movies? Now she can star in her very own film! Dog Lover's Companion to California author Maria Goodavage and a team of dog-loving, award-winning videographers will produce a fun, broadcast-quality DVD of your dog (and you!) that will become a treasured keepsake. Sniff out the samples, including a memorial photo montage of good old Joe Dog, the author's first canine traveling companion, and a short "custom creation" starring loveable Jake Dog, who lets her chauffeur him around California in pursuit of new four-paw establishments.

Romancing with Dog
Interview with Dog Lover's Companion to California author Maria Goodavage on how and where (and why on earth) to bring your dog along on a romantic vacation in California.

Fun Children's Video of Joe Dog and his Friends
This award-winning video/DVD, Here's Looking at You, Kid!, stars Maria Goodavage's Airedale terrier, Joe, whose voice is played by Ed Asner. The video is the recipient of the National Association of Parenting Publications coveted Gold Award. It’s a perfect gift for any animal-loving child ages 2 to 6.

Hiking and Backpacking

Canine Backpacks 101
Indispensable advice on all aspects of safe, comfortable backpacking with your dog

Hiking and Backpacking
A helpful article on conditioning your dog for the trail, what to pack, and trail etiquette

How to Buy a Dog Pack
Good advice on what to look for before you buy a doggy backpack

Handy Advice

Make Your Own Skunk Remedy & Other Skunk Help
If your dog had a close encounter with a skunk, be sure to check out this marvelous recipe. The site also offers good ideas on dealing with dog-skunk relations - (Click on Wildlife Problems)

Air Travel Advice
Tips from Road & Travel magazine on keeping your dog safe during air travel

Jake's Favorite Magazine

The Bark

Fellow Guidebook Authors

Joshua Berman - Belize and Nicaragua

Jeff Bradley - Tennessee guy

Ann Marie Brown - Outdoor California

Margaret Littman - Chicago for dogs

Val Mallinson - Pacific Northwest dog travel

Christine McLaughlin - Dog destinations in Philadelphia

David Stanley - South Pacific

Bill Weir - Arizona and Grand Canyon

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