NEW YORKERS RALLY TOGETHER FOR THE “MICHAEL THOMAS BENEFIT” The Maccioni Family of Le Cirque & Osteria Del Circo, in partnership with the Macdella Cooper Foundation held a benefit for Michael Thomas on April 30, 2005. Michael Thomas is a fellow New Yorker who runs a dog walking service called Pet Pals. He was diagnosed […]
Francisco Schklowsky: Bohemian Photographer of the animal kingdom
I first met Francisco Schklowsky at a book party at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Schklowsky was at first very quiet and unassuming. He looked like a cross between a musketeer and a raggamuffin. A bit like Salvador Dali I thought, but with akind, gentle twinkle in his eye. He greatly appreciated the glass of white wine I […]
Central Barkers
As the city’s premier playground for people and pets reaches the ripe old age of 150, its newest contingency is celebrating! The Central Barkers, a privileged group of dogs who actively support the park (vis a vis their owners) are stepping out this summer to enjoy all the amenities the park has to offer – […]
Lucy Liu’s Next Big Role? – Animal Rescuer!
Lucy Liu is best known for her witty antics as the character Ling Woo on Fox’s hit television series Ally McBeal. She has also been acclaimed for her roles on ER, NYPD Blue and LA Law. Most recently she appeared in the smash hit film Charlie’s Angels, where she starred opposite two other A-list actresses, Cameron […]
Bone Appetit – Healthy Doggie-Burgers at Icon!
When superstar restaurateur Drew Nieporent’s Myriad Restaurant Group decided to open a restaurant, “Icon,” at the W Court hotel in New York, the name Michael Trenk immediately came to mind. Trenk has lived in Manhattan most of his life and his professional success has been intertwined with Nieporent’s. Beginning his career as a manager at the chic […]
Legal Beagle – Putting the Carriage Before the Horse
We’ve seen it thousands of times on screen – two lovers huddled together in the back of a carriage riding through the streets of New York in springtime. The driver is cheerful and witty, as the couple gaze into each others eyes taking in the beautiful scenery. We are entranced, and dream of […]