The Wag talks to canine couturier Anthony Rubio at his annual his Pet Gala.
New York’s Anthony Rubio is an internationally acclaimed pet couturier, fashion designer and animal advocate. At this year’s annual glitzy ’Pet Gala’ held in uptown New York the designer replicated a selection of of the celebrity outfits worn by celebrities at the Met Gala two weeks ago. As well as a celebration of dogs and fashion, The Pet Gala raised funds for the city’s AKC Museum of the Dog, home to the world’s leading collection of dog-inspired art. The Wag attended the event at the New York venue of GH on The Park, and spoke to Anthony Rubio after the show.

Children’s author on the healing power of dog Beau
Children’s author Hydie Balle-Hands may well have one of the cutest writing partnerships in the publishing industry. The Auckland based writer has released two children’s books, Andy and the Little Rimu Tree – and her latest, Beau and the Stone Giant. The Wag talks to Hydie about her writing career and the inspiration she gets from her dog Beau.

Darran the Dogman’s Training Tip: Is your dog walk for you or your dog?
Darran Rowe has spent over 20 years helping dog owners understand and communicate with their dogs in a way that truly works. As a Master’s student in Clinical Animal Behaviour at Edinburgh University’s Royal (Dick) Veterinary College. He combines cutting-edge scientific research with a compassionate, heart-led approach to training. He shares a training tip with The Wag.
