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New Contest: Today's Best in Show!

PetSugar — Mon, 03 Nov 2008 06:00:16 -0800

If you missed out on entering the Worldwide Fido Awards over the Summer, have no fear – there is a new contest hitting the airwaves, and this time it's on the Today Show.

The Best in Show Contest will pit one "adorable trick" against another to win a three-night grand prize trip to Denver, and a photo shoot in US Weekly.

To enter, all you have to do is submit a video of your pet's best and most amazing trick online, or mail it in postmarked by November 6 to the Today Show. You and your pet could be seen on TV by millions! Will one of our own make it into the finals? I'm keeping my fingers crossed – PetSugar pets seem to be on a roll!

What Will You Watch Today: The NFL or National Dog Show?

PetSugar — Thu, 27 Nov 2008 03:00:26 -0800

Immediately following the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is the National Dog Show (12 p.m. on NBC)! Now I've already been nicely informed about some big football games on the tube today, and I've got a feeling there'll be a fight over the flatscreen (much like Super Bowl vs. Puppy Bowl day). What will you tune into at noon?

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Breaking News: RIP, Monk - Q-Tip's Boston Terrier!

PetSugar — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 16:15:23 -0700

It's a sad, sad day for smooshy lovers as rapper Q-Tip tweeted today the death of his Boston Terrier, Monk:

Monk my dog has passed on. . . . He was a warrior. He had a brain tumor and cushings disease. Miss u already buddy . . .

Named for the Jazz great, Thelonious Monk, I remember this pooch from his appearance on the Martha Stewart Show earlier this year. You know the one where she "crafted with both Q-tips." Check out the pup's scene below.

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Donatella Versace Visits the Today Show With her Pup

PetSugar — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 11:06:11 -0700

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This Just In: Getting Greenies Just Got a Little More Difficult . . .

PetSugar — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:00:44 -0700

Rather controversial but still well-loved by pups across the nation, the manufacturer of Greenies just announced today that the product will now be offered exclusively through vet hospitals and pet specialty stores. The hard treats help reduce plaque and tartar buildup, but some dogs have trouble chewing and properly digesting them . . . which leaves many animal lovers confused and on the fence about the snacks. Citing studies that show nearly 75 percent of pets exhibit some stage of oral disease by age 3, Carolyn Hanigan, vice president of marketing for Nutro Products, Inc. says:

We believe that pet medical professionals at veterinary hospitals and well-trained, knowledgeable staff at pet specialty stores are best equipped to answer pet owners’ questions about our products, and to make the right recommendation.

I've given these treats to North in the past and, while he'll gladly gobble most anything, I would never offer one unsupervised. What do you think of the news? Does it change your take on the toothbrush-shaped snacks?

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Honda Element Goes to the Dogs!

PetSugar — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 14:20:20 -0700

I may not be in the market for a new car, but the Element would top my list if I was. Already a great option for big-dog owners, the 2009 model is packed full of pet-friendly goodness. Want to see my fave features of the car making its big debut at the New York International Auto Show today? Start this slideshow so both you (and your furry friend) can drool away.

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What Do You Know About Sussex Spaniels?

PetSugar — Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:15:00 -0800

A week ago today, a Sussex named Stump won the 133rd Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show. Since this breed's not typically in the public eye, I gathered up some facts on this short-legged spaniel. Despite its somber and serious expression, the breed's friendly, with a cheerful disposition, and much more. Learn all about these pooches and start my quiz.

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What Happened on PetSugar This Week (2/8-2/13)?

PetSugar — Sat, 14 Feb 2009 03:00:53 -0800

This week on PetSugar, we were consumed by Westminster while prepping for Valentine's Day - which is today! So, before you show your love to your pet, take my quiz and see how well you were paying attention to all the good stuff we talked about this week. Happy Valentine's Day!

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Breed Spotlight: Dogue de Bordeaux

PetSugar — Mon, 09 Feb 2009 07:30:21 -0800

So big, wrinkled, and smooshy to boot, say hello to newest breed to be entered in the Westminster Dog Show. Although originally classified into three varieties, the Parisian, the Toulouse and the Bordeaux depending on the region of France and the jobs they were required to do, today this breed's known simply as the Dogue de Bordeaux (or even more simply as the French Mastiff).

The fawn colored working dogs weigh in over 100 pounds and serve as good guard dogs as well as attached and affectionate companions to a master. Now I was fairly certain I had never seen one of these pups before until I did a bit more research. Now, I'm positive that I'm not the only one who has spotted this breed in a classic film. Find out which – and see more pictures of this breed – when you read more.

One of our favorite animal movies, Turner and Hooch featured a loveably slobbering Dogue de Bordeaux named Hooch. Aww, I remember him being nearly as adoro as "Darco" is here so I'll be tuning in tomorrow night to watch this breed compete in the Working group for the first time ever at MSG.

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Will Your Pets Watch Puppy Bowl V?

PetSugar — Sun, 01 Feb 2009 02:00:05 -0800

I'll definitely tune in to see my new BFF try to keep order with those cute puppies, but I plan to pay extra attention to North's reaction at home. Who knew there were so many of us with pets that like to watch this show?! Check out a clip from a pooch claiming to be "Puppy Bowl's No. 1 Fan":

Will you test if your pets behave like Haskell, and tune into Animal Planet later today? If the answer's yes – and you're feeling extra motivated – take a photo or video to share by posting it on your TeamSugar profile (or YouTube) and then either private message me, or leave the link in your comments below. I'll be doing a roundup of Puppy Bowl viewer reaction videos later this week!