Numero Uno: Beagle picks up Westminster win - CNN.com
Congratulations to Uno, the first beagle to win best in show at the Westminster Kennel Club!

ABC News: Owners Ditch Pets After Home Foreclosures
This quote from the article sums up the problem:

"No one keeps track of the numbers of abandoned pets, but anecdotal evidence suggests that forsaken animals are becoming a problem wherever foreclosures are climbing."

Like so many, this is a problem of multiple layers: people forced into foreclosure for any number of reasons, the all-too-prevalent "no pets allowed" housing issues, and so on. But leaving pets behind to fend for themselves is no answer.

If you, or someone you know are facing this problem, I urge you to read this: Foreclosure Victims Urged to Remember Pets When Relocating.

Labels: dogs, news, pet care, resources

Super Pet Expo February 8, 9, 10

Friday 4pm to 9pm,

Saturday 10am to 8pm,

Sunday 10am to 5pm

The Super Pet Expo takes place in the NJ Convention & Exposition Center in Edison, NJ. Visit superpetexpo.com for directions and for all show details including a list of all entertainers and demonstrations.

This not your cup of tea? Check out the VFH - A Dog's Life: Events page for more fun pet-related things to do!

Labels: children, cool idea, dogs, events, fun, grooming, toys

Ah yes, the struggle for the comfy spot on the chair, sofa, and/or bed. Does this sounds familiar to you too? Eat Our Brains >> Turf War

I'm sure I'm not the only one who wakes up in the morning wondering how that 28lbs pup has once again managed to take over the whole king-sized bed!

Labels: dogs, fun

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Gothamist: A Dog Named Boo Who Helps Special Needs Kids
Every time I encounter a dog-hater or read yet another anti-dog rant I think about wonderful stories like this one. How can anyone hate creatures that give us so much joy and love?