It’s our first time to attend Barkworld and a road trip adventure to Atlanta. We almost canceled it as I was not feeling well. Luckily, a PAWsome 24/7 Blue Pearl, GVS was our first stop upon arrival Atlanta. They provided me a “miracle” medicated shot and delish food that made my tummy immediately feel Golden Good. Lots of Golden Thanks for their wonderful caring service particularly Dr. Tom Walker.
Day 1: BarkWorld August 22nd
My morning started at the Westin Buckhead designated potty area. Then a short walk around the block of pet-friendly Westin Buckhead. Lots of cemented area not much grassy area and it was a bit hot. The best part of my morning was a short meet-up with the founder of one of our favorite sites, See Beautiful. Golden Pleasure to finally meet Miss Lydia.
I spent part of the afternoon at the registration area, checking out the swag bag goodies and chatting with old/new friends. I Golden Enjoyed and got lots of petting. I had to take it easy for a couple days so I spent a lot walking around and hanging inside the cool Westin Buckhead. My favorite part of the afternoon was laying on the comfy Westin lobby couch. In the evening opening reception, I walked the red carpet and had my photos taken. I mingled with new and old friends. Mom was still hungry and had a late night dinner and Golden Fun Happy Talk with my buddy Garth Riley and his peeps at a pet friendly restaurant Seven Lamps.
Day 2: BarkWorld 2013 August 23rd
I was feeling much better and went for an early morning walk. We witness the beauty of the sunrise reflecting on the Mercer building. While mom attended the morning sessions, I took a short nap at Westin’s Heavenly Dog Bed. Then I had an opportunity to join mom to visit the vendor booths. So much Golden FUN meeting everyone … a shout out to Sarah from Zuke’s Treats. I also had an opportunity to meet a celebrity, Victoria Stilwell.
It was a bit overwhelming and exhausting. I decided to rest on the leather couch. Surprisingly Golden Comfy 🙂 In the evening, I joined mom in a Block Party by Petco, Nutrish and PetPR. First and foremost, mom would like to thank PetPR for the DELISH chocolate cupcake. I sat with mom as she decorated a ceramic bowl, a Golden FUN project that Nurish set-up for everyone. Since Petco is promoting their upcoming StarWars goodies, I had an opportunity to take my photos at the OMG Booth with my Yoda ears. As mom went to dinner with PetCareRx, I
joined my buddy Gath Riley, his peeps and Mayzie’s mom Amber at a pet friendly Dantanna’s. Mom joined us later for more Golden Fun Talk.
Day 3: BarkWorld 2013 August 24th
I woke up early and witnessed the sunrise from our hallway window by the elevator. Mom and I did a mini stair workout at the Westin main entrance stairway. My morning started with Travis from Be Pawsitive. Mom did a video mini interview for an upcoming post. Mom attended sessions as I hung out in the lobby and peep watched. I met up with mom at lunch and I accompanied her at the Unleashed by Petco Video Blogger audition. Then we attended a Golden FUN Pet Photography session with Rose Riot . We ended the session at the outside potty station and was a great opportunity for a photo op Round Table Discussion with other doggy friends.
While mom had dinner with Pruven Pets, I had a mini in room playdate with my buddy Rocco of ToDogWithLove. So much Golden FUN as we both enjoyed a relaxing nap at Westin’s heavenly bed. We had another evening night cap at pet friendly restaurant Seven Lamps with friends. Golden PAWsome way to end BarkWorld 2013.
We will have more more more photo of our trip and BarkWorld experience Will share it soon … most likely via Twitter @SugartheGoldenR and FB.
Our road trip back to home was Lots of Golden FUN! If you LIKE my FB Fan Page Golden Woofs, you know that we stopped at several Cracker Barrels. I invite you to check it out.
Lots of Golden Thanks for our sponsors TheFifthPaw, Best Elk Antlers and Easy Scoop A Poop.
Lots of Golden L♥VE n Woofs
SUGAR
Wow Sugar! You sure covered everything! This was a PAWSOME POST!! Mom was so happy she got to meet you! She said you are even more beautiful in pawson!!! Wish I could have sat at that table with all of you! Barks and licks and love, Dakota
Well, it sure sounds like you had fun once you felt better. Glad you were able to attend.
SUGAR you are home!! THAT is super. We are SO glad that you had such a fangtastic time. Ernie and I are REALLY glad that your TUMMY got to feeling MUCH BETTER.
Can’t wait to see MORE about your trip.
I’m so glad you’re feeling better, Sugar. It’s no fun to be sick!
Barkworld sounds like my kind of place! Looks like you had a lot of fun.
OMG, I’m so jealous! Glad you’re feeling better Sugar! Looks like you had a fabulous time!
OMDS Sugar
First thank goodness you got your tummy all settled. Whew nothing worse than being car sick.
Secondly OMDs you met a so many of our mutual friends and their peeps. We are so happy everyone had a nice meet and greet!!!
hugs madi your bfff
I’m so jealous! So cool.
Nola
Boy we sure are jealous
Benny & Lily
what a pawesome trip you had, sorry you were sick, glad you found a vet to help you
What a fun and busy trip you had, Sugar! My mommy and I enjoyed all your tweets while you were at BarkWorld. Your photos were all so sweet!
We’re glad you got to feeling better and had a great time at BarkWorld Sugar! We enjoyed your photos!
What an awesome adventure and I’m glad you’re feeling better!
We are glad you weren’t too sick to go and it sounds like a blast! Lee and Phod
My Dad said you were the sweetest doggy Sugar and he was thrilled to actually meet you!
Sorry you felt sick at first Sugar! Things look like they went pretty well though and it looks like you had a great time!
What an excellent adventure you had and certainly something to remember.
Sugar, Victoria was lucky to meet you! You sure had a good time at BarkWorld. We can’t wait to hear more about it.
Fantastic recap, Sugar! My pawrents and I so enjoyed spending time with you and your pawrents!
Thanks also for the book Sugar’s Furry Friend! Momma read it to me last night and we thought it was wonderful! I always thought of chipmunks more as food, but I’ll look at them differently from now on!
Garth Riley
Glad you felt better as the trip went on. Sounds like your daily calendar was quite busy! Love the picture with you and your many friends around the outdoor table and chairs. 🙂
Oh Sugar, we are so happy you were able to go to BarkWorld. It sounds like you and Mom had a wonderful time. The photos are beautiful. Thank dogness for Blue Pearl – they are the same specialists who treated and diagnosed Thunder. Mom said they were very kind and compassionate to her.
Thanks for the report.
Woos – Phantom, Ciara, and Lightning
Sounds like you had a grand time! So glad you were feeling better by the second day. 🙂
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What an awesome pawsome time. So glad that the sickies didn’t ruin your adventure.
XXXOOO Daisy, Bella & Roxy
Sugar….
I am so very glad that you are feeling better, Friend!! 😉
–Raelyn and Rose
This is almost too much to take in. You and mom must have been exhausted, Sugar. So super exciting!
We enjoyed seeing you all at Barkworld. Hope you’ll join #MuttMonday Blog Hop by linking up this post 9/2-9/8 to our Barkworld Expo Roundup. Love to Sugar!
Glad you had such an amazing time Sugar, have you and mom recovered yet?
Sure looks like you had a pawsome time Sug! And meeting Miss Victoria? How COOL is that — love your pic with her! 🙂
Bark World sound exhausting, but a lot of fun!
Sounds like a bunch of fun. I’m glad you felt good enough to make it to BarkWorld. We went last year, but unfortunately it wasn’t in the budget this year. We’re going to try and make BlogPaws next year hopefully we’ll get to see you there…I could use some Golden pets 🙂
That looks amazing! So jealous! Very cool that you got to meet Victoria Stillwell!