HAUTE DOGS: PARADES, DOG BEACH, ADOPTIONS, ANIMAL BLESSING, OFF-LEASH PARKS, BULLDOG BEAUTY CONTEST; SANTA PAWS
< UPDATED MAR. 11, 2010

HAUTE DOG EVENTS, PARADES, DOG BEACH, ADOPTION

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Justin Rudd's Haute Dogs, Long Beach, Calif.  THE HAUTE
DOG
organization (pronounced "HOT") is a diverse and growing network of dog owners, lovers, educators, rescuers and supporters. Our common bond has resulted in a unique and lively community of folks who share some qualities of our favorite dogs: devotion, spirit and tenacity.

EDUCATE & INFLUENCE
Through educational outreach and events, we hope to help inspire a better understanding and appreciation of dogs, dispel damaging myths, encourage responsible ownership practices, and offer practical adoption and rescue opportunities.







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Haute Dog of the Week

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Snow
NEW HONOREE

Snow is a baby chow chow mix girl. Her mommy adopted her from Cuddly Canines rescue in Orange County. Snow is a dominant little diva who likes to get her way. When she's not pooping, she's playing with her brother Bear. She poops so much her mommy blogs about it at www.PoopyPet.com, where she's the star of the site.


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WE'RE PROUD of our Haute Dog of the Week, chosen by Justin Rudd and his bulldog Riley!

SUBMIT YOUR DOG
Simply email a few fun, interesting sentences and a clear close-up headshot photo of your Southern California dog HERE for consideration to be our next possible Haute Dog of the Week.

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CLICK HERE
to find out more about our Haute Dog of the Week sponsor LaunderPet -- where new grooming customers save $5 off their first visit ($25 minimum) with this ad!

 

  DEDICATION
This Web site is dedicated to my late English Bulldog Rosie and her
little brother Riley and to all dogs who continue to be brave and loving.

With warm regards,

Justin Rudd!
Exec. Director
Community Action Team (C.A.T.) a 501c3 nonprofit
& Haute Dogs


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Haute Dog Pageants Winners
4Senior Dog: "Yoshi" - 11 yrs., toy poodle, Mr. Belmont Shore (Long Beach)
4Pug: "Thurston Howl" - 2 yrs., Mr. Wrigley (Long Beach)
4French Bulldog: "Napolean" - 10 months, Little Mr. San Francisco
4English Bulldog: "Winston" - 2 yrs., Mr. Big Bear Lake
 


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WINNER ANNOUNCED
Valentine's Day Yappy Hour & Card Contest

pink pugHAUTE DOGS and Justin Rudd! sponsored a handmade Valentine's card contest for Long Beach-area students (K-12) to create loveable Valentine's cards for the dogs and cats housed at the Long Beach Animal Care Services shelter.  More than 500 cards were submitted. Click for photos.

TOP PRIZE
: Congratulations to Grace Ellen McAdam, a third grade student in Ms. Graham's class at St. Cyprian's in Long Beach. She and her class will receive a pizza party for up to 30 people. 

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Haute Dog Adoptions & Rescue Groups

ADOPTION IS
a great option!
CLICK HERE for a huge listing of shelters, rescues, and agencies Los Angeles, Orange County, Long Beach and all of Southern California where you can find beautiful, adoptable dogs of all breeds and mixes. MORE

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Interfaith Blessing of the Animals; Contests, too!

Blessing of the Animals | Long Beach, CABRING YOUR PETS and all the family. Fun contests before and after the Blessing ceremony. Exotic pets on display at noon include a wildcat, monkey, ground hog, owl, monitor lizard, 7' python and more! The event is Sat., Oct. 3, 2009, Marine Stadium, Long Beach | MAP | DETAILS
Blessing of the Animals | Long Beach, CA4 Pet Adoptions & Vendor Fair
Ugly dog & Cute dog contests, 11 a.m.
4 Interfaith Blessing of the Animals, noon, free
4 Chihuahua Beauty Contest, 1 p.m.


"BLESSING" PHOTO GALLERY 1 | 2 | 3


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Off-leash Dog Beach in Long Beach

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DOG BEACH ZONE
in Long Beach permits off-leash beach access for dogs and their owners in a 3-acre area, daily from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. The Dog Zone is at 4800 E. Ocean Blvd., basically between Roycroft and Argonne avenues at the water in Belmont Shore, 90803. THE LAW: ONE DOG PER ADULT. CLICK HERE for Dog Beach Zone map, driving directions, rules, photos and more details.


Long Beach Named a Top Dog-Friendly City in U.S.

Dog Fancy writes, "Long Beach makes our list of the best cities for dogs. And while this city of just under 500,000 people boasts a dog-friendly beach and tony Second Street, a shopping area that’s truly dog-friendly, it’s Long Beach’s innovative events for dogs and dog lovers that set this town apart. At the Haute Dog Easter Parade, 400 or so costumed dogs march down the city’s streets, some in flower-bedecked wagons and carts (think pooch-sized Rose Parade). Other attention-grabbing events include the Bulldog Beauty Contest, which attracts several hundred English and French Bulldogs on Valentine’s Day weekend and crowns the “Bull of the Ball.”

But Long Beach isn’t all fun and games: Serious-minded programs include Operation Santa Paws, where residents collect toys and treats for shelter dogs at Christmas.

rosie the bulldogThe man behind all these events is Justin Rudd, a longtime community activist and founder of Haute Dogs, a nonprofit organization that raises money and attention for homeless pets. So what inspired the Alabama-born Rudd to help transform Long Beach into a dog lover’s urban Disneyland? 'My Bulldog, Rosie (SHOWN). I wanted to start a movement … that allows dogs to be a very special and deliberate part of our day-to-day life,' he says. 'I like to celebrate the connections we have with our dogs.'”

Illegal Breeding in Long Beach

Susanne Delima is the Long Beach Breeding Enforcement Coordinator.  It is illegal to breed dogs in Long Beach without a Breeding Permit and illegal to sell or adopt animals without a Transfer Permit.  More information is available online about the permitting process and the consequences. BREEDING ENFORCEMENT DETAILS

Get a $100 Voucher to Spay or Neuter your Long Beach-area Dog
HAUTE DOG FIX CANINE SPAY & NEUTER VOUCHER PROGRAM 

Long Beach Animal Care Services and Justin Rudd’s Haute Dogs network have joined forces to get (160) Long Beach dogs fixed during 2010 in the "Haute Dog Fix" canine spay and neuter voucher program.  This program will provide one $100 canine spay and neuter vouchers to the first (160) Long Beach residents to get their dogs fixed at a participating local veterinary hospital or clinic.

“This incentive plan provides an immediate savings of $170 for those residents willing to get their dogs fixed before December 31, 2010”, says Justin Rudd, Founder of the Community Action Team (CAT) and Haute Dogs network.  Residents will not only receive $100 discounted from the cost of the spay and neuter procedure but also, their annual dog license renewal will fall from $90 per year to only $20 per year; a savings of $70 per year!

Vouchers are only good at local veterinary hospitals and clinics participating in the program.  Availability and pricing will vary.  Residents must first secure a voucher by contacting Animal Care Services and call ahead for pricing and appointment information.  The following local veterinary hospitals and clinics have agreed to participate in the program:

  • Ambassador Dog & Cat Hospital, 2251 E. Carson Street, Long Beach, 562-427-2889
  • Belmont Heights Animal Hospital, 255 Redondo Avenue, Long Beach, 562-439-6871
  • Belmont Shore Animal Hospital, 6222 E. Pacific Coast Highway, Long Beach, 562-961-0028
  • Bixby Animal Clinic, 3938 Atlantic Avenue, Long Beach, 562-426-4066
  • Clinico, 9325 Slauson Avenue, Pico Rivera, 90660, 1-888-WE-SPAY-LA
  • Clinico, 957 N. Gaffey Street, San Pedro, CA 90731, 1-888-WE-SPAY-LA
  • Golden State Humane Society, 555 E. Artesia Blvd, Long Beach, 562-423-8406
  • Mercy Animal Medical Center, 2141 E. Market Street, Long Beach, CA, 90505, 562-423-5458
  • Parkview Pet Hospital, 4103 Viking Way, Suite A, Long Beach, 562-425-8140
  • VCA Lakewood Animal Hospital, 10701 South Street, Cerritos, CA 90703, 562-926-3600

To receive a voucher, dog owners must be Long Beach residents and show proof of identification.  Here's how to get a voucher:

  • In person: Animal Care Services at 7700 E. Spring Street, Long Beach, CA 90815 (must show proof of residence)
  • By Mail: Please call (562) 570-PETS (7387).  The voucher will be mailed only to the address of record.  The veterinary hospital will require proof of identification before accepting the voucher.
  • In the Field: Animal Control Officers may also distribute vouchers as needed.  Proof of residence must be provided.

NOTE: Voucher expires 90 days from issue date.

The Village is open to the public Wednesday through Friday, from 10:00 am to 5:30 pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.  The Village is closed on Monday, Tuesday and all holidays.  A full listing of Frequently Asked Questions and answers regarding this program are posted online at Haute Dog Fix. For further information regarding Animal Care Services or to receive tips on responsible pet ownership, please call 570-PETS (7387) or visit www.longbeach.gov/acs.  (Note:  after-hours emergency phone calls for Animal Care Services are automatically transferred to the Fire Department for dispatch service).



 
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Haute Dogs
- Home Page
Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
- An annual fall tradition to bless our pets

Dog Beach Zone!

- Daily, off-leash, unfenced, 3-acre beach in Long Beach
Operation Santa Paws
- Holiday toy & treat collection for sheltered and rescued pets
Haute Dog Adoptions

- Adopt a local shelter or rescue dog
Local Dog Laws
- Long Beach City Code for canines

Haute Dog History
- Pictorial & review of bow-wow events

Off-Leash Parks
- Parks and beaches in Southern California
FREE Dog e-newsletter
- Sent weekl
y; dog issues, education and events in So. Calif.
Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade
- 600+ costumed dog parade that benefits local charities

Bulldog Beauty Contest
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More than 400 English & French Bulldogs compete

Lost Dog? Found Dog?
- Find out what to do next

  XABOUT JUSTIN!
 

Who is this guy?!
- Justin Rudd!
, Haute Dogs, 30-Min. Beach Cleanup, Adult Spelling Bee, founder & organizer

Justin Rudd's Bulldogs

- See Rosie & Riley photos, paintings, poems and journal entries


Justin Rudd Photography
- People and pets on the beach

Contact
Justin@JustinRudd.com



 

 

Justin Rudd's nonprofit 501c3 Community Action Team logoJustin Rudd's nonprofit 501c3 C.A.T. is an umbrella organization that includes HAUTE DOGS and:
4Halloween Kids' Costume Contest
4July 4 Kids' Bike Parade
4Interfaith Blessing of the Animals
4$1,000 National Elemntary School Spelling Bee
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National Adult Spelling Bee
4Belmont Shore Sidewalk Chalk Art
Contest
4Haute Dogs on the Beach events
4Haute Dog Howl'oween Parade
4Operation Easter Basket
4Operation Santa Paws
4Long Beach Turkey Trot 5K/10K
4monthly 30-Minute Beach Cleanups
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Beds, Bikes, Bears & Blankets giveaway to those in need
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Clothing giveaways to the underserved
4Bulldog Beauty Contest

4Long Beach Losers - 12-week team weight-loss contest
42nd Street Walkers
4Long Beach Giving Project
4Chihuahua Beauty Contest
4Miss Long Beach &Miss Southern California

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