Backseat Barkers Nominated For BlogPaws Best Pet Blog Video Award

We are so excited and proud to announce that the pilot for our comedy web series, Backseat Barkers, has been given a huge honor.

BlogPaws just revealed the finalists for the 2016 Nose-to-Nose Pet Blogging and Social Media Awards. We are in the running for the “Best Pet Blog Video Finalists” against some stiff competition.

“BlogPaws is an inclusive, global community of pet enthusiasts who write about and support pets via social media.”

It’s so inspiring to be a part of such an influential group of pet bloggers in the BlogPaws Community. Each blog helps promote responsible pet ownership and celebrates the human-animal bond. BlogPaws’ Vision & Mission is to empower pet parenting bloggers & social media advocates to amplify their voices, expand their influence, and generate economic opportunity in the $60 billion pet care industry.  While supporting fellow members’ efforts to give back to the pets we love so much. We have learned so much from this community and made many friends.

The BlogPaws 2016 Nose-to-Nose Pet Blogging and Social Media Awards

These are the only pet industry awards in which pet bloggers and microbloggers are rewarded for their expertise, passion, and creativity. The awards unite all species of animals and those who write about and for them. We are thrilled to be nominated for the “Best Pet Blog Vido Finalists” among so many other amazing videos.

Backseat Barkers

Our hilarious road trip comedy series, Backseat Barkers, follows a blended family of two twenty-somethings and their dogs. Watch as Sophie and Hugh, and their two dogs Fishstick, an unruly rescue pug and athlete trick dog Nana the Border Collie move in together and embark on a trip around Ontario. We were inspired by the ups and downs of dating with dogs and starting a family and the number of friends travelling with pets.

A road trip with a new partner can be challenging enough, but throw in a couple dogs who are opposites and comedic tension will ensue. Think the canine version of the Odd Couple or Friends on the Road.

The series shows the different breed characteristics and how important it is to do your research when choosing a pet. It also promotes adoption and tips on travelling with pets.

Woofstock Toronto 2016 Filming

Catch us at Woofstock Toronto Sunday, May 29th at Woodbine Park where we will be filming for the series. We can’t wait to see Fishstick in the Pug Races plus there will be talent and fashion contests and lots of entertainment for all ages (Humans and Dogs)

You can also catch internet sensations Doug the Pug and Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund there. Crusoe will be promoting the #nobiteisright anti-tick campaign. See our behind the scenes with Crusoe.

Check out our post on Tick Prevention: How To Protect Your Dog Against Ticks.

Check out our post on Woofstock 2015 and 2016 Hound Dog Hoedown High Tea May 15th.

We will also be filming auditions on Saturday, May 28th for kids ages 6 to 12 at Woofstock for our new project Kids’ Pet Club. See details here.

The Full List of Four Best Pet Blog Video Finalists:

Real Tree House Cats of Chicago: The Interview

Talent Hounds: Backseat Barkers Behind the Scenes

Jingle® & Bell® with Best Friends Animal Society®: Our Wish

Documentary – “A Voice for Lil Olive” (Italian Greyhound Puppy Mill Survivor) – Trailer

Blog Paws 2016 Conference

The BlogPaws 2016 Conference, is taking place at the beautiful Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass Resort & Spa, June 23-25. I can’t wait to walk the Red Carpet and attend the Awards Ceremony on Saturday evening as a Nominee.

It’ll be so great to catch up with friends and make new ones and see all the talent and hard work celebrated.

The Winners will receive the coveted Nose-to-Nose trophies on stage during the live-streamed awards gala, honored status among their peers, media attention, as well as a package of other prizes.

I am also looking forward to lots of great educational sessions (and some hot weather).

Will You Be Attending The 2016 Blog Paws Conference?