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Strike a Paw-s!
A Star-Studded Casting Call Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by New Jersey City Lifestyle We came. We saw. We wagged! A huge thank-you to everyone who came out to our Northern Highlands 2025 Cover Model Casting Call —and especially to all the fabulous pups who showed up ready for their close-up. The energy, joy, and community spirit on display made this one of our most memorable events yet. This year’s casting call exceeded expectations! With so many adorable, camera-ready...
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Meet Lucy
Northern Highlands’ 2025 Doggy Cover Contest Star Article by Carly Mac Manus | Photography by Stephanie Blum There are dogs who brighten your day—and then there’s Lucy, the 9-year-old Staffordshire Labrador mix who captured our hearts and earned her spot as the winner of our 2025 Northern Highlands Doggy Cover Contest. With her soulful eyes, love for adventure, and sweet, camera-ready face, Lucy is everything we were looking for in a cover model—and so much more. Lucy lives in Bergen County...
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Holistic Pet Care
Simplicity Is Key Article by Allison Lim Meet Karl and Katrina, joint owners of Wholistic Paws, a one-stop-holistic-pet-shop with storefronts in Ramsey and Ridgewood. On any given day, pet families meander into the shop—with or without their furry friends—to restock their favorite pet foods, treats, and supplements, or simply to ask a question (or two, or three). It turns out that after 15 years of providing counsel, both Karl and Katrina really know their stuff. Does your dog or cat suffer...
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Peanut Butter Oat Balls
A Wholesome Snack for Pups and Their Tiny Humans Article by Jane Alzate At Graze Craze of Wyckoff, we absolutely love creating experiences that bring families and their furry companions together. One of our favorite moments during your recent event was seeing kids and pups nibbling happily side by side—whether it was fresh fruits and veggies or our crowd-favorite peanut butter oat ball treats . These oat balls are not only quick and easy to make, but they’re also wholesome enough for kids ...
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