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Got Some Spare Time? Why Not Do a Puppy Puzzle?

PetSugar — Mon, 20 Oct 2008 00:30:22 -0700

But not just any puzzle: an online version that's made all the more cute when you see a totally adoro pooch when completed! National Geographic is turning up the fun and offering us a creative way to get our puppy fix in one of nine dog jigsaws.

But the best part? It's free! Plus, you won't lose any pieces to the depths of your couch cushions, and your dog won't mistake it for a strange snack. So if you have time between walking Fido, caring for Sassy, and that mountain of laundry that's been waiting for you all week (sorry to remind you), then take some time to relax with a good, old fashioned puzzle – it could just help clear your mind and start the week off on the right paw!

Will You Get Online With Cesar Millan?

PetSugar — Wed, 28 May 2008 08:00:01 -0700

Not only does Cesar Millan help train Oprah to be the pack leader of her pampered pups (including helping beloved Sophie socialize with other dogs before she passed away), but he can help train you to do the same . . . online!

Cesar's new interactive training course is hitting his website in June to help you get calm and assertive with your pets, but you can sign up now for email alerts to get a head's up before it hits the web. I've watched almost every episode of the hit National Geographic show, so this course is a welcome distraction for me while I patiently wait until I can get in on one of his super popular seminars. I've personally seen the results with his methods since an old roomie of mine used them since day one with her puppy, but I know they aren't for everyone. Will you take Cesar's online training course?

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The Scoop: The 100th Episode Dog Whisperer Reunion Show

PetSugar — Mon, 31 Mar 2008 11:00:54 -0700

Can you believe they're at 100 already?! Yesterday, the National Geographic Channel taped a special celebration in Burbank to mark the 100^th episode of the Dog Whisperer With Cesar Millan. It actually included a reunion of over 75 dogs and hundreds of owners who appeared on the show during its past four seasons . . . oh, and cake. The event also included two special sweet snacks, the one you see here is for the owners and another bone-shaped one for the pooches. Although you'll have to wait to see this episode, which won't air 'til fall, check out some behind-the-scenes piccys of the party when you read more.

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Where's the Frog?

PetSugar — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 08:00:33 -0800

I'm always amazed by the natural camouflage of many amphibians! From toads to frogs, the hoppers make me jump for joy. I've collected some pictures of these creatures from the touring Frogs: A Chorus of Colors exhibit – can you spot them in their recreated habitats? Check out the slideshow and see! Source

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Jada Celebrates The Dog Whisperer's 100th Episode With Cesar

PetSugar — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 13:00:07 -0700

Whether or not you'd love to sign up for Cesar Millan's services, the dog behaviorist has quite a few celebrity backers, including Jada Pinkett Smith, seen here at the 100th episode celebration for The Dog Whisperer in Hollywood on Sept. 17.

The actress recently called for Cesar's help after her pooch, Rocco, was killed by a rattlesnake at her Malibu home - he helped the Smiths' remaining dogs learn to be wary of snakes and I can't wait to see his techniques . . . 'cause I know how dangerous poisonous snakes can be! Although I don't think she'll be included in the 100th episode (airing Friday, Sept. 19 at 8 p.m. on the National Geographic Channel), I'll let you know when you can catch his snake strategy yourselves.

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Dov Charney Loses Dog (Maybe): In the LINK of an Eye!

PetSugar — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 11:45:35 -0700

Lost dog or American Apparel ad campaign? – LAist

Is this man too slow for a guide dog?! – Dogster

OMG, teensy platypuses are painfully adorable – Cute Overload

Elephant Seals work better than satellites and survey ships – National Geographic

Lead dangers exist from pet toys from China – Pet Place

Now I've seen it all with dog soap-on-a-rope – Rare Bird Finds

Heartworm prevention care key for kitty cats – Wag Reflex

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Would You Keep Kitty Occupied with a Cat Adventure?

PetSugar — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 00:30:30 -0700

I don't know if I'm completely on board with its claims, since I don't have a proper test subject of my own, but the Cat Adventure Video ($20) I caught on Barker and Meowsky is supposedly riveting enough to keep your felines focused on the tube while you're away. Marketed as a virtual cat sitter, images of birds, squirrels, and other wildlife creatures tantalize their senses – kinda like a National Geographic show for cats I suppose. Although I have to mention it's looking a little outdated – is that a VHS?

I know I find North enraptured for a few seconds when Greatest American Dog hits the screen (I think it's mostly the sound of the barking contestants), so I suppose the idea is the same for kitties watching birds and other animals they would like to pounce. Has anyone ever used a video like this for his or her cats? How did they react?