English Bulldog Rescue of Georgia Raffle Fundraiser!!

Attention everyone! We need your help! English Bulldog Rescue of Georgia needs donations. Not only is this rescue
known for saving countless bully lives, but they are also known for donating to OTHER rescues (such as Manny and Millie
from IEBR). Please see the pictures of Taylor as well as the raffle prizes.
London Canine Couture is holding a raffle to raise money for a very special English bulldog in English Bulldog Rescue of Georgia’s
care. His name is Taylor. Taylor was found in a shelter. He previously had been on the streets and has the evidence from nasty
puncture marks all over his face to prove it. The shelter said it looks like something had severely attacked him. EBRG pulled him and
took him to their vet where he stayed in quarantine for awhile and was diagnosed with two nasty cherry eyes, extremely bad
demodex mange (which causes some really nasty sores between his toes that pop and bleed). He tested heartworm negative (thank
goodness) but did test positive for nasty roundworms. He also has one testicle that hasn’t descended and will need that removed
when he is neutered. The costs keep mounting for the on-going treatment of this beautiful bully’s plethora of issues. Please take a
look at his pictures to see the severity of his complex skin and eye problems. Anyone who keeps up on bulldogs knows how much
the treatment of demodex can run. And cherry eye surgery for one eye is costly! On top of that he still needs to be neutered and
roundworm treatment. The vet thinks he is a few years old. He was not microchipped.
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Taylor’s foster mom says he is a lover and has the best personality ever. Being found on the streets hasn’t had an effect on his
demeanor. He is patient and loves the other bulldog in the house. Taylor’s favorite place to sleep is the couch…oh and he LOVES
yogurt! Despite being covered in demodex and having horrid cherry eyes, he is otherwise doing well and seems to be loving life. He
loves car rides and does well with bathing. Foster mom Brandi says he just sits there and looks at her with the most loving eyes.
She said she can’t wait to get the cherry eyes fixed. He will look and feel so much better.
Your help is needed! They are extremely limited in funds and need to pay for Taylor’s veterinary care. Please open your hearts
and help this wonderful rescue out. They have given so much already to many people and bullies. People (including myself) can tell
you of countless times they have donated selflessly. Now it is time for them to receive. Please take a moment to look at Taylors
pictures. You can see he is a bully in need. Please help selflessly for his great cause!
For those of you who do not know about EBRG, the rescue was formed by Randy Huffman and Cheryl Ovenshire (both in Georgia).
At that time UGA County didn’t even have a bulldog rescue! Since then, they have spent countless hours (and their own money)
rescuing bullies from all over Georgia, including Alabama and Florida. They donate their time, money, homes, and love to these
bullies who need saving; truly an inspiration for us all. Joyce Keeton is the newest member who helps with boarding and caring for
several of the rescues. She has a place in Logansville where many of the bullies stay while in transition to going to their foster
homes.
Tickets for the raffle are $11.00 and the proceeds will go towards Taylor’s on-going treatment for demodex mange, double cherry
eye surgery, and neuter. The raffle sales will start on Thursday, September 16th, 2010. During that time you will be going to a link to
London Canine Couture’s website where you can purchase as many tickets as you want.
Tickets will be sold up until September 27th. On September 18th, 20th, 22nd, 24th, and the final night of the 27th, we will be
pulling names for the raffle to win prizes of Pal Dog All Natural Shampoo, Fuzzy Nation Bulldog Purse, Orange County Choppers
Collar, I ♥ Bulldog car window sticker, Jolly Egg Ball, Tattoo- style dog collar and the grand prize, the Canine Cooler-cooling mat
(made for bulldogs), which will be drawn on the last night of the raffle. All donated by London Canine Couture to raise money for
EBRG.
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Snore Stop

Gentle Relief for your Pet's Snoring Symptoms!

The natural solution to your pet's snoring problem and your guarantee of a good night's sleep! Snoring is both a sleep and a breathing disorder. It is caused for a larger part by a narrowing of the airways due to inflammation of the soft tissues lining the back of the throat and for a smaller part to the obstruction of the nasal passages. The SnoreStop non-drowsy and non-habit forming formula targets these two areas. Its dual therapeutic action gently shrinks the swollen soft tissues that block air passages in the back of the throat and dries built-up mucous blocking nasal passages.
More and more veterinarians recommend homeopathic medicines to remedy pet's most common ailments. SnoreStop is made of microdoses of natural substances from botanical, biological and mineral origins. Each ingredient is manufactured according to the HPUS in a FDA approved laboratory.
- No side effects
- Non-habit forming
- Non-drowsy
- Non-sedative
- Non-stimulative
ALL NATURAL FAST ACTING ORAL HOMEOPATHIC ANIT - SNORING SPRAY
None of the ingredients in this formula have any sedative or stimulating effects.
Natural Remedy Facts:
None of the ingredients in this formula have any sedative or stimulating effects. Each ingredient has been diluted out according to the Homeopathic Pharmacopoeia of the United States (HPUS).
Dilution Scale: 6X is equal to one part per million 12X is equal to one part per trillion.
Ingredients: (HPUS): Nux vomica 4X, 6X; Belladonna 6X; Ephedra vulgaris 6X; Hydrastis Canadensis 6X; Histaminum 12X in a water based solution.
Uses: Safely stops or reduces symptoms of snoring.
Warnings: Use only as directed. Keep out of reach of children. If symptoms worsen, discontinue use and consult with a veterinarian.
Recommended Use: Shake before each use. At bedtime, spray twice inside the mouth or on the gums or on the lips. Dosage applies, regardless of size or weight of pet.
Brand: SnoreStop
Snore Stop for Pets, All Natural Fast Acting - 40 Sprays

Snout Soother

Be sure to click title link above to go to product

Natural Dog Snout Soother is the perfect constellation of nourishing, healing and moisturizing ingredients. Your dog will thank you!

• Drying or Cracking • Canine Acne
• Natural Sunscreen • Windburn Prevention
• Rashes and Skin Irritations • Extreme Weather Conditions

PERFECT FOR SHORT SNOUTS!
Affenpinscher • American Bulldog • Boxer • Brussels Griffon
Cavalier King Charles • Chow Chow • English Bulldog
English Toy Spaniel • French Bulldog • Japanese Chin • Mastiff
Pekingese • Pomeranian • Pug • Shih Tzu • St. Bernard

Cocotherapy for dogs back in stock!

Cocotherapy Chips

CocoTherapy Organic Virgin Coconut Oil

CocoTherapy Organic Virgin Coconut Oil is made from the purest, fresh organically grown coconuts. The coconuts are grown in a USDA certified organic coconut farm. 100% pure and natural. Available size: 8 fl oz/236 ml (glass jar)   non-GMO (genetically modified organism) cold pressed  hexane-free  unrefined non-bleached  NO trans fat  NO hydrogenated fat Numerous benefits of coconut oil for pets have been reported and the growing evidence is impressive.   According to Dr. Bruce Fife, certified nutritionist and neturopathic doctor, coconut oil elevates the metabolism, provides a higher level of energy and vitality, protects from illness and speeds healing.  In dogs, In dogs, the medium chain fatty acids in coconut oil balance the thyroid, helping overweight dogs lose weight and helping sedentary dogs feel energetic.  As a bonus, coconut oil improves any dog's skin and coat, improves digestion, and reduces allergic reactions. What exactly is in coconuts that make it so good for your pet?  Coconut is comprised primarily of a medium chain fatty acid called Lauric acid and is considered responsible for many of its health benefits. The only other abundant source of Lauric acid found in nature is in human breast milk. When Lauric acid is synthesized by the human or animal body, it produces the same substance, monoglyceride monolaurin that keeps infants from getting viral, bacterial, or protozoal infections. Lauric acid, synthesized into monolaurin is used to fight and destroy viruses and various pathogenic bacteria, protecting your pets against infection and boosting his immune system. Coconut oil also contains capric and caprylic acid, which have similar properties and are best known for their antifungal effects. Like lauric acid, capric acid can also help balance insulin levels.

Thunder Shirts Are Here!

Thunder Shirt Stress Reliever

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How It Works

With its patent-pending design, Thundershirt’s gentle, constant pressure has a dramatic calming effect for most dogs if they are anxious, fearful or over-excited. It is this pressure that has a dramatic calming effect for most dogs if they are anxious, fearful or over-excited. From real world experience, we know with certainty that Thundershirt DOES WORK. That is why we are able to offer a money-back guarantee. Based on surveys completed by over 1,000 Thundershirt users, over 85% of dogs show significant improvement in anxiety symptoms when using Thundershirt.

As for WHY Thundershirt’s gentle pressure works to calm a dog, experts such as Dr. Temple Grandin believe that pressure has a calming effect on the nervous system. Using pressure to relieve anxiety has been a common practice for years. For example:

• TTouch dog trainers use pressure to address a wide variety of anxieties.
• Veterinarians use pressure to relax cattle when they are administering vaccinations.
• People with autism use pressure to relieve their persistent anxiety.
• Children with certain behavioral problems use pressure shirts and weighted vests to relax and focus.
• Parents use swaddling to calm an inconsolable newborn infant.

Until now, there just hasn’t been a well-designed, inexpensive pressure wrap commonly used for dog anxiety. Thundershirt is changing that! Thousands of veterinarians and dog trainers now recommend Thundershirts for their anxiety cases.

How To Use Thundershirt

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Thundershirt is an excellent treatment for most types of dog anxiety and fear issues. For many anxieties, we recommend just putting on a Thundershirt and observing the results (No training!). You very well may see significant improvement for noise, crate, travel, barking and others with absolutely no training. For more complicated anxiety cases, we recommend using Thundershirt as part of a behavior modification program.

One thing is for certain, for a very large percentage of dogs, Thundershirt’s gentle, constant pressure has a terrific calming effect. This has obvious benefits for most types of anxiety. But Thundershirt is also a very useful tool for managing excitability or hyperactivity with strangers, on the leash, or in a training environment. Thundershirt’s calming effect helps a dog to focus (or refocus) her energies in a more constructive direction, allowing training to be more effective.

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New Affordable Step-In Harnesses!

Check out our new step-in harnesses.  You can choose from black skulls, pink skulls, tattoo style, celtic cross, British Flag or German flag...among others!

100% Made in the USA! You will love them!  Also for LARGE BREEDS! Doesn't get any better than this, does it?

Lucky Dog Harness

Brown with Pink Skulls

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Jolly Eggs Are Here

This is one of the hottest and most playful interactive pet toys out now! Your dog will have hours and hours of enjoyment with the Jolly Egg toy.  Comes in yellow or red and two sizes.  We suggest you get one size bigger so the toy pops out of your dogs mouth.

Durable, non destructive plastic.

View the videos here to see what the craze is all about!

Jolly Egg Video

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Princess Bowler Dog Carrier-London Canine Couture

This princess bowler bag dog carrier comes in pink or brown and is airline approved.  Made of high quality micro-fabric this is durable yet sophisticated.

Comes with an inside leash attachment.

Princess Dog Carrier-Bowler Style

Zelda Wisdom Pet Costumes

Check out our Zelda Wisdom Line of pet costumes!

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New Union Jack Products

Check out the Union Jack retractable leash. Punk or not, this is one hot style that never goes out of fashion.

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New Products At London Canine Couture

Check out our fun and awesome Union Jack dog harness and Dog leash. Perfect for the pets who want fashion and fun at the same time. Union Jack is a very stylish symbol in our world and our dogs know it!

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Vick Indicted In Dog Fighting Probe

RICHMOND, Va. -- NFL star Michael Vick was indicted by a federal grand jury Tuesday on charges of sponsoring a dogfighting operation so grisly the losers either died in the pit or sometimes were electrocuted, drowned, hanged or shot.
The Atlanta Falcons quarterback and three others were charged with competitive dogfighting, procuring and training pit bulls for fighting and conducting the enterprise across state lines.
The operation was named "Bad Newz Kennels," according to the indictment, and the dogs were housed, trained and fought at a property owned by Vick in Surry County, Va.
Vick and the other three defendants will appear in district court in Richmond on July 26.
Vick, Purnell Peace, Tony Taylor and Quanis Phillips will appear before a magistrate judge, Dennis Dohnal, at 3:30 p.m. for bond and at 4 p.m. in front of Judge Henry Hudson for arraignment.
The 19-page federal indictment, filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Virginia, alleges the 27-year-old Vick and his co-defendants began the dogfighting operation in early 2001, the former Virginia Tech star's rookie year with the Falcons.
The indictment states that dogs fought to the death -- or close to it.

The activities alleged are cruel, degrading and illegal. Michael Vick's guilt has not yet been proven, and we believe that all concerned should allow the legal process to determine the facts.
NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy
If convicted, Vick and the others could face up to six years in prison, $350,000 in fines and restitution.
Telephone messages left at the offices and home of Vick's attorney, Larry Woodward, were not returned. A woman who answered the phone at the home of Vick's mother said "no comment" and hung up.
"We are disappointed that Michael Vick has put himself in a position where a federal grand jury has returned an indictment against him," NFL spokesman Brian McCarthy said.
"The activities alleged are cruel, degrading and illegal. Michael Vick's guilt has not yet been proven, and we believe that all concerned should allow the legal process to determine the facts."
Vick and the Falcons are scheduled to report to training camp on July 25.
"Obviously, we are disturbed by today's news," the team said in a statement posted on its Web site, apologizing to fans for the negative publicity.
"We will do the right thing for our club as the legal process plays out. We have a season to prepare for," it said.
John Goodwin of the Humane Society said the manner in which losing or unwilling dogs were killed was especially troubling.

AP Photo/Steve Helber
State and federal officials load coolers of evidence into a truck as they search the grounds behind a home owned by Michael Vick in Smithfield, Va., on July 6.
"Some of the grisly details in these filings shocked even me, and I'm a person who faces this stuff every day," he said. "I was surprised to see that they were killing dogs by hanging them and one dog was killed by slamming it to the ground. Those are extremely violent methods of execution -- they're unnecessary and just sick."
Vick and the others are accused of "knowingly sponsoring and exhibiting an animal fighting venture" and conducting a business enterprise involving gambling, as well as buying, transporting and receiving dogs for the purposes of an animal fighting venture.
About eight young dogs were put to death at the Surry County home after they were found not ready to fight in April 2007, the indictment said. They were killed "by hanging, drowning and/or slamming at least one dog's body to the ground."
The indictment also outlined a rough chronology:
• In March 2003, after a pit bull from Bad Newz Kennels lost in a fight, it said Peace consulted with Vick about the losing dog's condition, then executed it by wetting it with water and electrocuting it;
• In March 2003, after two Bad Newz Kennels dog lost fights to dogs owned by a cooperating witness, it alleged that Vick retrieved a bag containing $23,000 and gave it to the owner of the winning dogs. One of the fights had a $20,000 purse;
• In the fall of 2003, a person witnessing a dog fight involving one of the dogs trained by Bad Newz Kennels incurred the ire of another cooperating witness by yelling out Vick's name in front of the crowd during the fight.
It also said that after establishing Bad Newz Kennels in early 2002, Vick and the others obtained shirts and headbands promoting their affiliation with the kennel.
After a police raid on the property in April, Vick said he was rarely at the house, had no idea it may have been used in a criminal enterprise. He blamed family members for taking advantage of his generosity.
On Vick's Web site, he lists his birthplace as Newport News, "a.k.a. BadNews."
Purses for the fights ranged from hundreds of dollars to the thousands, and participants and spectators placed side bets, the document said.
Local authorities have been investigating the allegations since the April 25 drug raid at the property Vick owned. On June 7, officials with the Department of Agriculture executed their own search warrant and found the remains of seven dogs.
Surry County prosecutor Gerald G. Poindexter said he didn't know of the indictment before it was filed, and said he's not sure how the county will continue its case.
At the start, authorities seized 66 dogs, including 55 pit bulls, and equipment commonly used in dogfighting. About half the dogs were tethered to car axles with heavy chains that allowed the dogs to get close to each other, but not to have contact -- an arrangement typical for fighting dogs, according to the search warrant affidavit.
The indictment said dogfights were held at the Virginia property and dog owners brought animals from six states, including New York and Texas.
In a search warrant executed July 6, the government said the fights usually occurred late at night or in the early morning and would last several hours.
Before fights, participating dogs of the same sex would be weighed and bathed, according to the filings. Opposing dogs would be washed to remove any poison or narcotic placed on the dog's coat that could affect the other dog's performance.
Sometimes, dogs weren't fed to "make it more hungry for the other dog," it said.

Mango Charlotte von Choppies

Dear Friends and Family,

I write this letter to you with a heavy heart and sad news. Most of you know that our beloved English bulldog, Porkie, passed away months ago from a brain tumor at the young age of six. Although we are still deeply grieving her loss, I made the decision to take in a French bulldog in honor of her memory. My heart was weary of opening itself to a newcomer, but after having been asked for help by the previous rescue person, we somehow knew it was the right thing to do and that Porkie would have agreed. We rescued Mango Charlotte von Choppies from a puppy-mill only two months ago. She came to us in horrible condition having obviously been severely neglected. The previous rescue home had done what they could, but her neglect was severe and would take time to transform.

Having her in our lives has been hard both financially and time-consuming, but she has been nothing short of a huge blessing—she gives much more than she could ever take from us. Mango is a loving, silly Frenchie with personality to spare! Although she has only been a part of our home for six weeks now, we already can't imagine life without her. Yesterday we found out that what we thought was a mere urinary tract infection that Mango struggled with is, in fact, transitional cell carcinoma. In short, she has a tumor in her urinary bladder that is the size of a golf ball. Being realistic the veterinary specialists said possibly 290 days to one year to live...up to 2 years, and there was a special case where a dog lived past 2 years...just depending on if the Piroxicam can shrink the tumor to where she can still urinate. He said because we do not know her previous medical history (see her exact myspace page for the info)we don't know how accurate the diagnosis is.
In a desperate search for help, I consulted with a homeopathic vet who directed me towards something called PSP and Vital Red. I did further research and found that it is used in China as a tumor shrinking agent and that it could be the difference that Mango needs to make it through this horrible diagnosis.I am sending this letter to ask for help from those of you who feel led to do so. When we took in Mango, we did so to make a difference. To let others know that there are people out there who are willing to make a difference in the lives of an older dog in need. To give a frenchie the love that she has ALWAYS deserved, but never received. Never did we think something like this would happen. Unfortunately, after all that we went through with Porkie and with Mango's initial care needs, we just don't have the finances to cover her medical expenses. Her diagnostic procedure alone was $885.00 and then a three-week supply of her medication ran us $300. We had to do a second biopsy because the first came back inconclusive. That procedure was $890.00. She just started her first chemo treatment today which is $740.00 per treatment and she will require 4 in total. She will need to wear diapers, have blood work done and regular testing. These figures are without adding in the thousand dollars we spent before we found out that her medical difficulties were so severe and in need of further investigation.

Even a donation of a dollar could add up for us and make a huge difference in helping with the cost of Mango's care. I know that we all have needs in our own lives, but if you are able to help, please know that it would be greatly appreciated by our family. Please also know that if you cannot help us financially, your prayers are just as equally welcome. Thank you all so much for being such great friends. We truly appreciate all of you and the care and support you have always given to us...

Love,Porkie, Chubbie, Cheekie, Mango, and LCC

Please visit Mango's new site for donations, words of prayer, and just encouragement.

We thank Gwennie and Maeg for helping us to write this letter while we are still bogged down with sorrow.

http://www.myspace.com/helpthisfrenchie

Again, thank you all for being such supportive and love friends! You're the reason why we're on myspace!

Princess Porkie's Death

Princess Porkie's Death

A big thank you for all of your condolences, inspiration, and kind words during Porkie's sudden illness and death. On 2/16/07, Princess Porkie died in her sleep while having a violent seizure. She had been diagnosed only 2 days earlier as having a left forebrain lesion (brain tumor). Our great inspiration for London Canine Couture is gone, but not forgotten! Stay tuned for "The Porkie Foundation"; an organization raising awareness and education on brain tumors in canines. Her memory and legacy will live on to help other canines fighting this type of cancer.

We will also be adding your condolence comments to our blog. Many other retailers, friends, and customers sent us wonderful flowers, cards, and pictures in memory of Princess Porkie.

Frenchie Oolaalaaa

What is more quintessentially French than a French Bulldog in a Frenchie tee? Tongue twister? Maybe. Nothing shouts Eiffel Tower or Champs Elyessees more than this little frock of ooolaalala cuteness. Cheekie Chops just needs a small beret to complete the look! Accents not included.

-Made from lycra polyester blend. Very stretchy and comfy fit. Adorned with a red applique' heart and a pin. All handmade clothing!

Mommy Rocks!!!

Yes, I know. LCC's mommy DOES rock! What a better way to show it off in this sweater? Your spoiled fashionista can strut down the street letting everyone know about mommy this winter. Lambs wool blend, comes in pink or black. Simply adorable. Click on the pic to purchse this hottie from London Canine Couture today!- Adorable frenchie not included!

Country Club Cheekie

Big thanks to our nephew for sending Cheekie this wonderful sweater. It has provided much warmth on those chilly mornings and cool days here in Florida. Although Cheekie Chops looks semi-male we think the pink collar gives it away. And doesn't she just look really "posh" in this outfit? "We just hit 9 on the green darling...how about we go in for a glass of tea love?" LOL

Princess Porkie in her bed

We don't know if it was the relaxing weather today or if we just put way too much potato salad in their food, but something was up with the bullies and their sleeping habits today! We caught Porkie half in and half out of her bed ASLEEP! Unfortunately, by the time we got the camera she woke up only to find we were eyeing her up. But at least she was surprised!

Chubbie Chops Sleeping

Yes fans...this is what Chubbie Chops really looks like in his Bowsers bed snoring away without a care in the world!

We wonder if he would be embarrassed?