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RIP, Chanel: The World's Oldest Dog Passes Away

PetSugar — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 12:45:09 -0700

I've got some more sad news to announce: People Pets is reporting that the world's oldest pooch passed away on Aug. 28. The Wirehaired Dachshund named Chanel celebrated her 21st birthday - 147 in dog years! - back on May 6.

Although she suffered from cataracts, and had her eyes protected by those awesome Doggles, she was otherwise in good health and had plenty of pep according to her owners Karl and Denice Shaughnessy of Port Jefferson Station, NY. This pooch will surely be missed so check out a video from her big birthday bash earlier this year below!

The Scoop: Is This Actually the World's Oldest Dog?

PetSugar — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 08:00:33 -0700

While Chanel was crowned the "World's Oldest Dog" by the Guinness Book of World Records just months before her death, news has come of another elderly pooch that could be the new (rightful) titleholder. This is Penny photographed on Sept. 4 in Ronsberg, Germany - according to her owner, Verena Wulf, she's 25! While it's trickier to verify age with unregistered, non-purebred pups for lack of records, I'm curious to know how her story plays out - do you think this pooch will soon get a cake and a press conference, too, or are you still satisfied with Chanel? Weigh in below!

But, even at her old age, Penny still likes to play fetch and catch - check her out playing with meat hunks when you read more.

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Fursions: Spoiled Sweet or Spoiled Rotten?

PetSugar — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:15:09 -0700

Sniff, sniff, sniff, what's that I smell . . . some pawfume? If you're into sharing a spritz with your pal but prefer scents that you'd actually wear, check these designer alternative "fursions" to popular perfumes or colognes. Yes, just like those Designer Imposter fragrances, but formulated for a pooch.
Just $10 will get you Polo Type, Eternity Type, Light Blue Type, Chanel Type, Giorgio Type, or CK One Type sprays safe for a pet - would I catch a whiff of this from you coming down the street?

"Swine Flu" From a Vet's Perspective: In the LINK of an Eye!

PetSugar — Wed, 06 May 2009 13:20:22 -0700

“Swine influenza” from a vet’s perspective (now, can we all stop blaming the pigs?) – Dolittler
Will Bo Obama be as rambunctious as his big brother Solo? – Paw Nation
What do you know about hairballs? – Wag Reflex
Mummified puppy found in an Egyptian tomb – Discovery News
Precautions to help prevent dog bites – Dogster
Happy Birthday, Chanel . . . the world's oldest dog, not the designer – Celebrity Dog Watcher
Francesca and Sharkey check out Parrots and Company – The Daily Wag
What does motherly love mean for pets? – PetMD
Platform C tower lets kitty sit pretty up high – moderncat

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Behind-the-Scenes: Chloe's Beverly Hills Chihuahua Wardrobe

PetSugar — Fri, 03 Oct 2008 16:50:35 -0700

While several of the pups of Beverly Hills Chihuahua sported fashions I recognized from doggie couture label Little Lily, for most of her clothed scenes, star pup Chloe wore handmade outfits of sleek and chic materials imported from Europe . . . all to give her a look modeled after Chanel, Valentino, and the like.

Costume designer Mariestela Fernández designed 30 dresses to fit a prototype of the canine actress (named Angel) and worked with the star's animal coordinator over three fittings to select the final 17 outfits used in the film. From nightgowns to ball gowns, most outfits featured specially created booties meant to stay on her paws (well, most of the time . . . wink wink to those of you who've seen the film already).

Curious about that diamond collar (and to see photos from the film!) read more.

Creating Chloe's opulent necklace required three weeks and several design changes. At first, filmmakers wanted a large pendant in the front but found that knocked into her lil front legs. Then, they had to remove a second row of smaller diamonds because they felt it was too heavy for the Chihuahua's small frame. Lastly, they made three copies of the final design in case of mishaps. Oh yeah, in case you hadn't guessed, they were cubic zirconium not diamond. Now see the still stunning collar and fab fashions in the gallery below.

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Photos courtesy of Walt Disney Pictures

New Piggy Alert! Reese Witherspoon

PetSugar — Sun, 23 Mar 2008 22:45:44 -0700

That's right! Not a new puppy, Reese and fam took home a new piggy . . . and, seriously, how adoro is the little oinker?! While adopting a pig can be a challenge for many families – piggies need plenty of space to roam – if owners keep a close watch on their eating habits, a potbellied pig should end up weighing no more than 100 to 150 pounds. Methinks Atticus and Coco Chanel will have some new playmates for walks around the neighborhood! Check out piccys from their grand ol farm visit over the weekend when you read more.

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Out and About: Hawaii's Cocojor

PetSugar — Wed, 16 Jan 2008 15:30:12 -0800

The cuteness continues on to Cocojor! This shop gets its name from the owner's two American Staffordshire Terriers (Sierra's Coco Chanel and Heir Jordan of Noah's Ark) and offers up authentic island apparel. Among their alohawear are dresses, shirts, and vests made in Hawaii . . . and made for doggies! The main location in Honolulu is worth a stop to pick up something to bring back for your pet or, if you're just dreaming of this vacation, their fashions can be found across the country.

Also, thanks to a tip from karisaamy check out Birken & Bailey’s Boutique in Paia if your travels take you to Maui. Named after the shop dogs (and, yes, the two Pekingese are usually available for photos), the store stocks variety of collars, carriers, and cookies alongside locally designed souvenirs.

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Mischa The Fashionista

PopSugar — Thu, 24 May 2007 07:05:00 -0700

Mischa got glam at amfAR's Cinema Against AIDS event at Cannes last night. She may not have a film at the festival but she's doing a great job of promoting herself and her red carpet style. She's definitely a darling of the fashion world and has no problem admitting that she's a total clotheshorse. This week in The Times UK she talks about her personal style and even admits she'd rather dress her dogs than herself. Here's more:

On becoming a fashion icon:
I had absolutely no idea how much attention my clothes and I would get when I first started in The OC; it was phenomenal. Knowing I could be photographed by the paparazzi at any time while I’m hanging out in New York doesn’t actually make me dress differently or wear more make-up, although I do take routes where I’m less likely to be photographed. Also, I’m not that worried about being caught slobbing out because I’m not a sweat-pants and Uggs kinda girl.
Her fashion pet peeve:
[P]eople who wear the same label head to toe like a uniform; or really blatant logos all over their clothes.
Her favorite labels:
Chloé and Chanel, who have always been very good to me for red carpet events, and Balenciaga. I also love Zac Posen and Matthew Williamson, and since I have become friends with them they have made me clothes.

So what do you think about Mischa's black and white look? To vote on Fab's Love It or Hate It poll click here.

More of red carpet fashionista Mischa so just read more

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LL's Puppy Rehab Not Going As Well As Planned

PopSugar — Wed, 21 Mar 2007 11:02:09 -0700

Lindsay certainly looks hot (and she seems to know it) on the cover of GQ's Sex Issue, but when we saw the shots we had a sneaking suspicion that they're not new pics. As we suspected, these sexy shots were taken back in the fall when Lindsay was posing for the Obsession Of The Year issue (as seen in the video after the jump) and recycled for the new issue of the mag. For the interview, however, GQ caught up with Lohan more recently and talked to her about post-rehab life. She says (via text message):

"I bought two puppies today! Sober impulse buying of companions who will help me stay home etc. A Jack Russell terrier. named him Brooklyn. he's white and black (like Chanel), and a yorkie named Dakota (like my movie name and my lil bro)."

While we're sure they're adorable, they don't seem to be working very well as club deterrents -- she's been out in NY every night of the past week. Hey, maybe she's a totally attentive puppy mom during the day....

To see the old video of the photoshoot for these old pics just read more

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Young Love - Adam and Rachel

PopSugar — Sat, 15 Apr 2006 19:09:15 -0700

How could anyone not like these two together? It must be hard to work together and try to have a long lasting relationship in the crazy world of young Hollywood but Adam and Rachel seemed to have figured out the secret. The cute couple had lunch and stopped by a animal shelter to share their love with some dogs. On a totally separate topic, Rachel and Mischa clearly have the same taste in bags, or maybe they are sharing since they are both sporting the same Chanel bag these days.

A ton more so read more

...and a few from a couple of days ago - enjoy the double love!

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