They dance with joy when we come home, they put their heads on our knees, curl into our laps, and stare lovingly into our eyes. This issue is all about our greatest love of all: Our pets. We’ll tell you where to dine with your pet, where to play with your pet, where to park your pet when you have to leave town and which new-construction condo buildings are pet-friendly. Don’t have a pet yet? We’ll show you how easy it is to adopt a pet or become a foster pet parent. Join us for a “pawsitively” heartwarming issue featuring an exclusive interview with former “Queer Eye” guy Jai Rodriguez, new host of “Groomer Has It” on Animal Planet.
Well Groomed
An interview with Jai Rodriguez
By Gregg Shapiro
Many TV viewers got know Jai Rodriguez from his role on the groundbreaking Bravo reality series “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy.” As the culture guy, a sort of vague concept, Rodriguez made the best of his title and appeared to be having a good time with it. For his new show, “Groomer Has It,” a reality competition show—think “Project Runway” or “Top Chef,” but with dogs—on Animal Planet, he takes on host duties and does a terrific job. Full Story
Finding a Home for Fido
By Kerrie Kennedy
If you’re in the market for a new condo, you probably have at least a couple of items on your wish list, whether it’s garage parking, a balcony, a home office or a guest room. But if you happen to own a dog (or two), you might find that nothing on your wish list matters as much as this one: Finding a building that is pet-friendly. Full Story
Pet Pampering
A Guide to Pet Businesses around Town
By Kerrie Kennedy
Owning a pet has never been easier. With more than two-thirds of all U.S. households now owners of at least one pet, businesses that cater to pets are sprouting up everywhere. From pet photographers to pet birthday party planners and doggie boutiques to doggie day care, there are about a million ways to pamper your little prince or princess here in Chicago. Full Story