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A Doggone Good Day With Beer

On one of the first warm days after what has been never-ending and cold winter, we got to go outside and take our dog to the dog park (in our case, the Highland Park Dog Run). And thank goodness we got to go out; our little dog has been chomping at the bit after being limited to short walks. The dog park was super muddy, which made it even more fun!

Tennis Ball + Dog = ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Our adventure was your pretty standard with a long classic game fetch; i.e., we throw a ball, and our dog, kind of, brings it back.

After forty minutes of running around in the mud it was time to head home, wind down, and just hang out. Luckily, we recently got our hands on a special mix of beers from Great Lakes Brewing Company, which included: Dortmunder Gold Lager, Eliot Ness Amber Lager, Turntable Pils, Commodore Perry IPA, Edmund Fitzgerald Porter, and Holy Moses White Ale. While we can’t deny that we have an affinity for beer made right here in Pittsburgh, the Steel City is a diverse powerhouse that has stepped out onto the national stage, we, of course, have access to beer from all over, like from our neighbors in Cleveland, Ohio.

Amongst these tasty brews, we found ourselves lost in thought when drinking the Dortmunder Gold Lager. It has the drinkability of an American lager with a subtle depth of flavor. A light underlying sweet maltiness is complemented by a touch of bitterness that results in a smooth medium-bodied beer that perfectly fits with our day. It’s the kind of beer that makes you want to be outside taking in some sun or hanging on the porch with your four-legged friend in your lap (well maybe not in your lap until your pup has had a bath to remove all that mud!). While we do like lots of different types of beer on this day this lager is totally ours. The only thing that would make the day better would be to add pierogi to go with this beer.

Dortmunder Gold Lager

You can fetch Great Lakes Brewing Company beer (yeah pun!) here in Pittsburgh by using the following link: www.greatlakesbrewing.com/beer-finder. (On this list, is the Tipsy Cow that allows dogs in their outside seating).

 

Bonus: Swag

Great Lakes Brewing Company is also giving away swag. Who doesn’t love swag?

Here’s how:
Go on the Twitter or Instagram machine
Post Great Lakes Brewing Company brew is yours – perhaps with a photo or video and tag @IheartPGH, @GLBC_Cleveland, and #GLBCisMine
Await contact for some super awesome swag.

 

Disclaimer: You must be 21 to drink alcohol in the state of Pennsylvania. We were asked to try this beer and we really did like the Dortmunder Gold.

February Cocktails for Canines

Join us for a few cocktails Friday, February 22, from 5-9 p.m. at the Buckhead Saloon in Station Square. A $5 donation at the door entitles you to a $10 gift card for any food or beverage throughout the evening. Buckhead Saloon will also have half price appetizers from 5-7 p.m. and lots of raffles and fun! So come and enjoy a night out on the town where you can listen to your favorite tunes and meet some of our adorable animals from the Western PA Humane Society. Buckhead Saloon has a casual, classy atmosphere with room to dance! For more information, please visit our website at www.wpahumane.org . . . 100 % of all proceeds benefit the Western PA Humane Society. Hope to see you there!

Party Animals

Here are 2 upcoming events for animal lovers in Pittsburgh:

Cats & Dogs Opening at the Warhol
Saturday, January 12 is the Warhol Musuem’s opening of the newest exhibit – Warhol’s Dogs & Cats. Andy Warhol painted a number of his pets and has many works about his dogs and cats. On Saturday January 12, Animal Friends will have a dog, a cat and a bunny that are in need of adoption at the museum for the opening. Artists will be painting pictures of the animals and workshops are available for the kids.

Hoppy Hour
On Thursday, January 17th from 6-10pm it is another Bark and Brew Happy Hour for Animal Friends at The Hophouse. $5 cover benefits Animal Friends and gets you a free appetizer. $3 draft beers. Continue reading

Black & Gold Steelers Pup Rally

For those of you that have met Bailey – you know he’s my #1 guy. (Black Chihuahua in case you haven’t met). Bailey’s idea of a Christmas party includes showing off his Steelers pride and hanging out with his dog friends. Join us for Bailey’s Black & Gold “Luncheon Pup Rally” Saturday, Dec. 15. With Christmas around the corner, you can find some great Christmas gifts at the silent auction, visit with some our Steelers, and show off you and your pups Steelers pride. Details are below. Hope to see you Saturday! Kids are welcome!

http://app.icontact.com/icp/loadimage.php/00/16/98/00169861/bf5416b70be7b66fc05a468db4015726.jpgSaturday, December 15 | Steelers ‘Lunchtime Pup Rally’
Celebrity Guest Judges – Great Prizes!
First 100 attendees receive a FREE Del Monte Steelers & Their Pets 2008 Calendar
Calling all dog lovers! Grab your favorite four-legged friend and join Fusion for a Black & Gold ‘Pup Rally’ at Calico Jack’s on the North Shore to benefit Animal Friends. Show off you and your dog’s team spirit with creative Black & Gold attire. Lots of prizes will be awarded. Guest judges will choose winners in the following categories: best owner/dog duo; best male; best female; best dog; and more. Enjoy complimentary food and football themed Snausages for your pups. Be creative and dress to impress! The charity auction will be great place to pick up some great Christmas gifts and includes signed Steelers jerseys, balls, dining coupons and more!!!

Location: Calico Jack’s | 353 North Shore Dr | North Shore (located in the Del Monte building)
Time: 12:00 – 3:00 pm
Cost: $20 in advance | $25 at the door (Proceeds benefit Animal Friends)

To order tickets – phone MarkIT Events & Promotions – 412.281.6560 or email info@markitevents.com. Credit cards are accepted.