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Pet Pic of the Day: Brando Celebrates St. Patrick's Day

PetSugar — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:30:18 -0700

Brando isn't Irish (his family tree has strong French roots), but that didn't stop him from donning a shamrock collar for the day. And let's face it, you don't need to be Irish to celebrate St. Patrick's Day - we aren't fooling anyone with our March 17 happy hours either.

Congrats to Brando and Phasekitty for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Don't forget to submit your favorite snapshots to our Pet Pics group for a chance to see your furry pals on the pages of PetSugar!

Pet Pic of the Day: Henson Soaks Up the Sun

PetSugar — Thu, 05 Mar 2009 09:30:50 -0800

Henson loves being outside. In this photo, it looks like he's using his time outdoors to catch some rays. Soak it up, buddy, according to Punxsutawney Phil, the bad weather is here to stay for a bit longer!

Congrats to Henson and wakeupandora for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Have you submitted your favorite photos to our Pet Pics group yet? You could see your furry friends on the pages of PetSugar if you do! I'll tell you how to get started when you read more.

I know this looks like a lot of steps, but once you get the hang of it, it's a breeze!

First of all, join the Pet Pics group.
Click the pink "Share" menu on the top left side of the page.
Choose "Photos" and “Upload Photos."
Give your Gallery a “Title.”
Fill in the “Body” with details about your pet.
Click “Groups and Privacy" just below the "Search Title" box.
Choose the audience for your story to “Pet Pics!” in the dropdown menu.
Change channel to “Pets.”
Fill in tag field with relevant tags.
Don't forget to include your pet's name!
Click “I’m done” to submit content.

So join the Pet Pics group and share photos of your adorable pets! Yours just might end up on the PetSugar homepage.

Pet Pic of the Day: Lucy's Photo Shoot

PetSugar — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:00:21 -0700

I've always wanted to get a professional photo shoot done with North and me, and now that I've seen the beautiful piccys from Lucy and kourt's time in front of the lens, I think I'm finally going to have to spring for it!

Congrats to Lucy and kourt for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Have you submitted your photos to our Pet Pics group yet? If not, hop to it – you may find your furry pals on the pages of PetSugar!

Tune In, Saturday! Animal Planet's Dogs 101

PetSugar — Fri, 17 Oct 2008 11:50:06 -0700

I'm super excited for the latest episode of Animal Planet's new series, Dogs 101. Airing every Saturday at 8 p.m., each week it focuses on five new dog breeds. Featured in the first show were the Airedale, French Bulldog, Labrador Retriever, Chihuahua, and Poodle. What five will we meet this week? Find out in this slideshow.

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Pet Pic of the Day: Lucy's on the Loose!

PetSugar — Fri, 08 Aug 2008 08:00:35 -0700

That Lucy is one smooth operator. She met this lovely chap while out on a nice walk in the park, and within a few minutes time is already playing kissy kissy face with him! What a man hound. Well, I guess that's appropriate, since she is a hound after all! He is putty in her hands. . . I mean, paws.

Congrats to Lucy and kourt for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Don't forget to submit your pet photos to our Pet Pics group for a chance to see your furry pals on the pages of PetSugar!

Pet Pic of The Day: Brando's All Partied Out!

PetSugar — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 08:00:13 -0700

This is a big month for pet birthdays! Add little Brando to the list who turned one a week ago today – and boy does he look plum partied out! Phasekitty's furry pal keeps the hat on throughout his b-day festivities, and can even be seen licking his chops and staring longfully at his birthday cake in his party gallery!

Congrats (and happy belated birthday) to Brando and Phasekitty for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the day! Submit your favorite pet photos to the Pet Pics group for a chance to see your pet on the pages of PetSugar!

Mission Completed: Tough Toys For Crazy Chompers

PetSugar — Thu, 19 Jun 2008 07:00:15 -0700

Last week I asked all you savvy shoppers and Internet researchers to come PetMarking with me on a tough toy challenge to help find a way to make Brando happy on his birthday morning . . . and Phasekitty happy by not having the toy completely destroyed by afternoon. I especially love this Hurley ($8.95) bookmarked by ILovePugs – it's a bone, a stick, and a ball all in one!

Check out the rest of your great finds below.

Guess Who?

PetSugar — Mon, 16 Jun 2008 14:30:05 -0700

This lovable Basset Hound stars in the new movie Kit Kittredge: An American Girl, what's her name in the books/film?

Come PetMarking With Me: Tough Toys For Crazy Chompers

PetSugar — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 10:30:01 -0700

North's not the only pooch who has a birthday coming up – lil Brando the Basset Hound will be turning one on June 23! Not only did this pooch have trouble with separation anxiety, he's quite the tough chewer. Since even the Tuffies are no match for his mighty jaws, can we help out Phasekitty on a bookmarking mission in time for her pup's first birthday celebration?

All you savvy shoppers and Internet researchers out there, please suggest the best toys for tough chewers and come PetMarking with me, by bookmarking your finds on TeamSugar. Don't forget to tag your finds as "Tough Chewers." I'll do a recap next week of our finds.

Geeksugar has written a helpful explanation of how to bookmark . . . or, in our case, PetMark! Happy hunting!

Don't know where to start? To see some of my favorite online stores, read more.

The Sophisticated Cat

Trixie+Peanut

Wag Stores

I Need Your Help . . . Separation Anxiety

PetSugar — Fri, 11 Apr 2008 07:00:07 -0700

Since we're in the middle of a travel series here on the site, it's the perfect time to address this question from Phasekitty for our next group problem solver. This cutie pie pup, Brando, suffers from separation anxiety when he's all alone – doesn't he look sad?

See her full story when you read more.

Even though I had dogs growing up, this was something I'd never experienced until I got Brando. As a young puppy, most books said it was normal, but now that he's nine months old, I feel he should be starting to grow out of it . . . and instead it's getting worse! He's crate trained and won't cry at night, but during the day he'll bark the second I step out of the apartment. If I leave him in a place that's not his crate (like say, the hallway or the kitchen), he'll chew and destroy anything he can find from the floorboards to the gate that's holding him in, even though he has tons of chew toys and bones with him. If I leave the apartment for even a second to run down and get the mail or put in some laundry, he'll whine and cry, running around and wreaking havoc until I get back – even if my boyfriend is in the room with him!

He's very well exercised (he gets two long walks a day), has a TON of toys (varying from hard and chewy to soft and snuggly), and generally well disciplined when I'm around (as much as a puppy can be). I've tried leaving for small intervals and only coming back when he's not barking, scolding him when he does bark by giving a stern "no," as well as having him sit and ignoring his excitement until he sits patiently when I first come in the door. All of this doesn't seem to be getting very far. I know there are medications for anxiety, as well as pheromone plugs, but I'd like to think I can do it naturally – I see these as a last resort. Do you think you can help? Any suggestions?