Archive for September, 2007
via Action Weather Blog
Anyone got a few thousand to spare? I am thinking of getting the “Louis XVI-style four-poster bed.”
A small dog named Zoey is lucky to be alive after being found in the mouth of a coyote in her backyard. The Arizona Game & Fish Dept has some advice, “Keep all pet food inside, cut back on vegetation because it’s a hiding place for coyotes and never leave your pets alone because a coyote can easily jump a six foot fence with a small dog in its mouth.” What talent and skill! I’d like to see that.
via Pup City
I’ll drink to that:
via Pup City
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Library offers therapy dog reading program
Dog rescue association holds Budapest “adoption day”
Missing dog rescued after being sold in Troy
Dogs that killed boy described as docile
Wis. lawmakers prepare puppy mill bill
Puppy Mill Rescue Reveals Key Resource - SPCA
Tags: Arizona, coyote, Louis XVI
September 28th, 2007
Pup City
A hydrant painted in the likeness of an American flag was pulled from a dog park after complaints that it is disrespectful to let dogs use it to take care of business. The hydrant was added as a tribute to Hondo, a police dog killed 10 years ago chasing a suspect. Louanne Douris, a retired U.S. foreign services officer wrote, “that gallant dog must be turning in his grave at the thought of the flag being desecrated every time a dog pees on that hydrant!” God bless America!
Chicago police were called upon, when a pup named Miss Pickles took a dip in the Chicago river. Miss Pickles had been out walking with her owner when she went off to chase something and ended up in the river paddling around for more than 15 minutes before being pulled to safety. Does anyone else agree that Miss Pickles is the most magical name ever? Henceforth, all dogs shall swim freely and carry the name of Pickles. “Get back here Baby Pickles, Jr., III.” I like the sound of that.
Be on the lookout for small horses being passed off for large dogs.
I’ll drink to that:
via Chihuahua Page
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
FDA Warns Dog Owners on Chicken Treats
Police seize nearly 250 dogs from alleged ‘puppy mill’
Guide Dogs for the Blind Collaborates in Canine Cancer Genome Project
Dogs found in dumpster brought to Portland
Family, dog safe after house fills with smoke
Puppy set on fire in Michigan City
Puppy dies in owner’s arms after hit-and-run
Tags: chicago, fire hydrant, miniature horse, miss pickles
September 27th, 2007
via Hoobly
The orders are just pouring in for the hybrid wolf puppies. To everyone who placed an order, delivery time is believed to be between 2 days and 14-15 years. I apologize in advance for any difficulties this may cause.
via Pup City
Michael Vick just can’t get enough.
And now, on to some good news. Congratulations to SETexas Yorkie Rescue with the National Maltese and Small Dog Rescue Alliance, the biggest, little small dog rescue in the US. Now, let’s see who can say that three times fast.
A sculpture of Jesus as a well-endowed dog is causing quite a stir in Sweden. The sculpture was installed on a roundabout in Skaanes Fagerhult, a town in the south of Sweden, but it disappeared within hours. “In Nordic countries the display of outlandish sculptures of dogs on roundabouts is a familiar art form which has become common in the past decade.” Can anyone confirm or deny? Photos please! I think I need to start planning a trip.
I’ll drink to that:
via Pup City
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Why Your Dog Gets Loopy During the Lunar Cycle
Sergeant pleads not guilty in death of police dog
Blast kills second bomb dog
Pa. measure would limit dog tethering
A romp with other dogs means trouble with the canines at home
Tags: Hybrid-Wolf Puppy, Lunar Cycles, Michael Vick, SETexas Yorkie Rescue with the National Maltese and Sma, Sweden
September 26th, 2007
Dear Professor:
Smalldogarific has been absent from school due to upper respiratory congestion.
Best,
Mr. & Mrs. Smalldogarific
P.S.: Happy Fall!
Now is as good a time as any to get a jump start on your New Year’s resolutions and hone your canine freestyle skills. “”You have to pick out music that goes with your dog…The dogs can do figure eights around your legs. They spin, and we spin. Sometimes they’re on their hind legs. They can wave, do marching things, jump over things.”
Did anyone catch this sight of dog magnificence?
Authorities are saying that DMX is no Michael Vick, but something is definitely going on at the rapper’s Phoenix home. Police recently raided his home and found the carcasses of three dogs, that apparently were burned beyond recognition.
via Dogs with Cones
Military police in Amsterdam made a shocking (and delightful discovery) at Amsterdam’s Schiphol airport. An airport employee heard strange noises coming from a luggage locker and alerted the military police. When the locker was opened they found, “a small keeshond dog in a carrier bag stuffed between several suitcases. The dog’s owner did leave some water and dog food in the locker.” So thoughtful!
A sixth month old puppy has gone missing after taking a ride on a tornado.
If you are thinking of getting a hyprid wolf puppy, read this first! Important characteristics to note: they can “dig under any fence within minutes…howl every night…Jump an 8 foot fence.” I’d like to pre-order two hybrid wold puppies with laser beam eyes. Thanks. Anyone else want to tack a few on to my order?
I’ll drink to that:
via Pup City
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Dog returned to ’speechless’ Chicago panhandler
Couple arraigned in Fremont dog mauling case
New law saves puppy
Spilled chemical burns dog
City pays $27,000 to man who says cop shot his dog
Ten convicted of being involved in ’sadistic and pitiless’ dog fight
September 25th, 2007
via This is London
Does that small dog look dangerous? Does she strike fear in your heart? Apparently that little “sausage dog” Lucy and her owner were taken to court by a neighbor who claimed that Lucy was left to run wild and once bit him on the ankles. After 11-months in court, a judge recently concluded that this little sausage dog is of no threat. I think the American Kennel Club should officially change the breed name to “sausage dog.”
via Pup City
How many times do I have to tell people, dogs are for loving, not for eating! 30 hospitalized after eating meat of suspected rabid dog.
More on dog mommies: “If I’d known what fun dogs are, I’d have thought twice about having children.”
One more perfectly good small dog thrown out with the trash. This type behavior is becoming epidemic! I wonder if a zebra was behind it?
I’ll drink to that:
via Pup City
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Dogs disappear around Star Valley
Puppy Rescued From Sewer Pipe
Success with Petition Would See Buses go to the Dogs
KC park board suspends new policy on off-leash dog parks
September 20th, 2007
Fact: Thousands of small dogs worldwide are facing a zebra crisis, here are just a few disguises that might keep your pup safe:
via Camilla Valley Farm
via Calling All Dogs
via Dog Clothes Apparel
There’s some big small dog news out of China, a little black dog in Huojia County, Henan Province was so upset by the death of his small dog companion that he refused to eat. “The two hounds were playing on a highway in Xiaoguanzhuang Village on Sunday morning when his companion, a white dog, suddenly passed away for no apparent reason. The black dog appeared to be in mourning and refused to budge from his friend’s corpse. He also refused to eat anything all day.”
Another one bites the dust.
I’ll drink to that:
via Terrific Pets
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Jumping dogs stop NYers in their tracks
Runt of the litter wins dog breeder’s heart
No horses, but the Show must go on!
City To Ticket Owners Of ‘On-Off’ Barking Dogs
Man Pleads Guilty in Dog Beheading
‘Gruesome’ Crime Leaves Dog Dead With Paw Cut Off
September 19th, 2007
via AZ Central
Does this photo tug at your heartstrings? The Phoenix Police Department thinks so.
via Terrific Pets
How about that one? How do your heartstrings feel now? You got me, it’s a trick question, I was testing you.
A woman and her dog saw a zebra trotting down the street. “McConough, who lives in the Ranger Creek area east of Fort Gibson Dam, said her dog starting barking and she went outside to see what was causing the disturbance. A zebra was trotting down her driveway. It was wearing a halter…McConough thinks it wasn’t the first time the zebra has come around. She has found various clues, including dog food scattered from an outside bowl.” Maybe they actually saw this little pup trotting down the lane?
via Pretty Yoko
I’ll drink to that:
via Terrific Pets
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Greenies dog treat lawsuit settled
Dogs’ performance wows crowd, highlights events at Kansas State Fair in Hutchinson
Merchants want customers’ dogs happy, too
September 18th, 2007
via Pup City
Everyone is back to school, the leaves are changing colors, it’s getting dark earlier, and your small dog may be suffering
Is your small dog ridiculously happy?
Once again, the Lord giveth, and the Lord taketh away (luckily, the little girl is recovering and doing okay).
I’ll drink to that:
via Pup City
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Woman saves dog from python in Hong Kong
Stray dog sterilization begins
Vet relents on impounding puppy
Dogs recover, lose weight with pet therapy
Men fire waterjet at dog
Draft code outlines minimum dog care standards
Ellena Hudgins, 69, died saving beloved dog
Dog walk nearly has tragic turn for owner
Owner defends dog that killed infant
Dozens of dogs rescued from Salem trailer home
Gone To The Dogs, Luxury That Is
Wag-A-Thon brings dogs, owners out for good cause
September 17th, 2007
via Dog Breed Info
Jennifer Gleason thought she’d never see her pug Cupcake again, after a thief took off with her in the night two years ago, but just last week Jennifer received a call in the night that someone had found Cupcake! Two sisters, Melissa and Melinda, found the pup abandoned on the side of the road and described the joyous reunion, “”I was emotional,” Melinda said. “I was crying. She was crying, and Cupcake was like, ‘What’s going on?”” Poor, innocent cupcake, she is lucky to have survived the mean, cruel streets.
via McLean Zone
A Malaysian town that planned to hold a controversial “dog-catching competition” to round up strays has decided to pull the plug on the event.
Dogs may be mans best friend but who’s a dog’s best friend? Is that a trick question? Linda Vitelli of course!
Please note, today kicks off a weekend of Puppy Mill Awareness in Lancaster, Pa.
I’ll drink to that:
via Puppy Find
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Woman Attacked With Sword in Argument Over Puppy
Puppy Among Possessions Stolen In Home Invasion Robbery
30 Dogs Rescued From Puppy Mill Land In Boulder
Police Decide Titus the Dog Is Too Wimpy
Therapy dogs help brighten Chandler hospital stays
Dogs with severe burns found in Atlanta
Canines make a splash at 1st celebration
September 14th, 2007
via Ning Blog
Dear Smalldogarific readers:
I have been plagued with a spotty internet connection. I do apologize for not celebrating this momentous occasion sooner (as pointed out by Steve). Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls, Smalldogarific has reached 20,000 hits! Thank you to everyone for reading (and loving small dogs). It wouldn’t have been possible with out all of you! “I would rather be here with you than anywhere else in the world. You, all of you here and everywhere, gave me this award tonight. And I accept it from you and only you. I love all of you. Now please forgive me, good night.”
via Associated Press
Another momentous feat, a pair of surfers rescued a dog that was swept off a pier and into Lake Michigan. One brave surfer, grabbed the dog’s collar, just as he stopped paddling, and hoisted him onto a board. The pair managed to guide him ashore atop a surf board.
via Oprah’s Favorite Things
Leona’s dog Trouble may not last as America’s richest dog. Apparently, Oprah has set up a trust fund for her dogs, in the event that she passes on to the great beyond, her four dogs will inherit a cool $30 million!
I’ll drink to that:
via Pup City
Today’s Small Dog Headlines:
Coyotes attacks 11-pound dog
‘Cruel woman’ jailed for cutting off puppy tails
Dog advocacy groups asks judge for harsh sentence for Vick
Police Look for Nude Man Walking Dogs
Dog rescued from standpipe well
September 13th, 2007
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