“If you are a dog and your owner suggests that you wear a sweater… suggest that he wear a tail. “ ~Fran Lebowitz
Category Archives: holidays
In My Easter Bun-net!
Deviled Eggs all around! But no candy for your dogs and don’t bring home a chick, duckling or a baby bunny unless you are prepared to care for a full-grown chicken, duck or rabbit. Enjoy the day!
Every Dog Has its Day!
It’s my birthday and that of one of my owners. I’m 11 years young; he’s not saying. Don’t worry — no cupcake for me. I’m holding out for watermelon and a big bone.
Puppy Love: National Puppy Day
I am a few days late — National Puppy Day was March 23rd. But it’s never too late to post cute images of puppies and a reminder that dog adoption is a great idea. http://www.nationalpuppyday.com/index2.htm. These are champagne lab pups, and their older siblings, bred by my “uncle” Mike who lives with his wife, Elizabeth,…
Erin Go Dog!!
I’m seeing the world through emerald-colored glasses today. A Happy St. Patrick’s Day to you and yours!!
Happy Presidog’s Day! A Quiz
We want our presidents to love dogs. Little has changed in the 88 years since the American Kennel Club declared, “The country at large takes a natural interest in the President’s dogs and judges him by the taste and discrimination he shows in his selection…. Any man who does not like dogs and want them about…
Happy Valentine’s Dog
Have you hugged your dog today? Because it’s good for your heart. According to WebMD, researchers have noted lower levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in people who own pets compared to people who don’t. Doctors still recommend that you follow guidelines regarding diet, exercise and medication, but it’s thought that the lower cholesterol levels could be attributed…
Superbowl XLVI: Not Just An Excuse For Snacks
I’ll be watching the Puppy Bowl VIII tomorrow, too. It’s back for its 8th consecutive year — all-star, adoptable dogs. Then we’ll switch to Superbowl XLVI where dogs will rock the commercials. VW has already released “The Bark Side,” dogs singing the theme from Star Wars, and for the Superbowl they’ll show, “The Dog Strikes…
Happy Aussie Day!
I’m an Australian Shepherd. Why wouldn’t I use that as an excuse to recognize Australia Day, January 26th, the anniversary of the arrival of the First Fleet at Sydney Cove in 1788 and the proclamation of British sovereignty over the eastern seaboard of New Holland? (I know, my breed doesn’t really have much to do…
