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And the 2009 World's Ugliest Dog Is . . .

PetSugar — Fri, 26 Jun 2009 23:59:01 -0700

Another Petaluma scorcher for this year's Ugly Dog Contest! The 2009 champ was a new face who won me over with his pronounced underbite, which he uses like a scoop to get the food in at mealtime. Ha. Even though the last several years have featured lil pups like the late Gus, this time a big pup's top dog.

Four-year-old Pabst and his owner, Miles Egstad, came from Citrus Heights, CA - the Boxer mix was super sweet, loved the shade, and seemed to be rather sleepy before his turn on stage. Resting up for his time in the sun, I bet. We got a glimpse of Pabst, blue ribbon and all, so see one more cute pic (and hear what his owner had to say about the win) when you read more.

On the recognition: "This breed is not known for being ugly like the Chinese Crested. He's so ugly, he's adorable."

On the prize: "He's definitely getting a filet mignon, maybe not tonight, but he will. And getting his teeth cleaned, look at them!"

Congrats to Pabst and Miles and stay tuned for more Ugly Dog coverage next week!

Emmy Rossum Needs a Lint Roller

PetSugar — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 04:30:52 -0800

Yup, that furball and black dress could result in some unsightly hairs on Emmy Rossum. However, in this case, I'm just referring to the name of the event. Thrown by LA-based Best Friends Animal Society, the Lint Roller Party's an annual benefit for abandoned and abused animals.

The non-profit works with shelters and rescue groups nationwide, operates the country's largest no-kill sanctuary, and enjoys quite a bit of success based on its entertainment community fan base gathering press for their endeavors. The goal: "a time when homeless, unwanted animals are no longer being destroyed in shelters, and when every healthy dog or cat can be guaranteed a good life in a caring home."

Check out some of the familiar faces from last week's fundraiser at the Hollywood Palladium when you read more.

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In the Spotlight: Celebs (and Pets) Come Bark For The Cure

PetSugar — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 07:00:21 -0700

Hi, foxy Roxy! This cutie pie Pomeranian came out for the First Annual Bark For The Cure 5K/Canine Celebration with mom, Carmen Electra.

Sponsored by the Freshpet Foundation, the event (and nonprofit) supports nutritional research in the areas of prevention, care and treatment of canine cancer. The organization gives grants to veterinary colleges or research institutions doing work and helping find ways to hopefully one day cure this disease.

See more piccys from Saturday's event at LA's Griffith Park when you read more.

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In the Spotlight: Cani di Lusso Pet Fashion Show in Mexico City

PetSugar — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:00:03 -0700

Who doesn't look better walking the runway with furry friends?! While there are doggie models at both New York's Fashion Week and Pet Fashion Week, this show took place down in Mexico City. Several pooches donned creations by Cani di Lusso, which I couldn't resist sharing with you –

Check out more cuteness when you read more.

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In the Spotlight: Kitten Rescue's Fur Ball

PetSugar — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 14:30:45 -0700

LA-based Kitten Rescue held their 10th Anniversary Fur Ball this week, hosted by The Office's Jenna Fischer – who's united with Bones' Emily Deschanel – for a good cause . . . cats!

Celebrities show they care about kitties, too, as funds from this party (featuring cocktails like a “Fuzzy Kitten” and the “Tom Cat”) support the nonprofit's Kitten Rescue Sanctuary. In addition to that shelter for unwanted cats, Kitten Rescue offers a foster home socialization system for adoptable cats and educational information on subjects ranging from new kitten care to proper maintenance of a feral cat colony. So far this 100 percent volunteer-run organization has saved and adopted out over 9,000 animals since its inception, but it's setting its sights on an even bigger goal: to make Los Angeles a no-kill city.

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Behind-the-Scenes Video from the 2008 Ugliest Dog Contest!

PetSugar — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 00:30:31 -0700

I loved chatting with the charming contestants – and their peculiar pets – at the 2008 World's Ugliest Dog Competition. I was so excited to see the pooches that I nearly forgot all the other fair fun! From ferris wheels to funnel cake, there were plenty of things to keep me occupied 'til showtime. See the Sonoma-Marin Fair through my eyes . . . leading up to Gus's big moment in the sun! Enjoy!

Adam Lippes Adoption Extravaganza

PetSugar — Thu, 03 Apr 2008 03:00:26 -0700

Seems like another designer wants to lend a helping hand with dog adoptions! Adam Lippes will partner with the ASPCA from April 4 to 6, and host an adoption event right in his Manhattan boutique! Representatives will be on hand to facilitate adoptions of these needy doggies, about 20 of various breeds and sizes will frolic in the windows of the store. What's more is that any shopper choosing to give one of these pups a forever home will receive this limited edition "ADAM Loves Dogs" tee. Adam himself will even be attending on April 5 from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. and has said, "I can only hope that all of these dogs will find loving homes and will be surprised if I don't walk away with one of them myself."

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In the Spotlight: Easter Beagle Presents Canine Couture

PetSugar — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 00:30:25 -0700

The world's most popular beagle (or second most popular, anyway) hosted "The Easter Beagle Presents Canine Couture" during Palm Beach Fashion Week on March 8. Snoopy was joined in Worth Avenue's Gucci Courtyard by several model pups – and celebs like Kelly Rutherford and J. Alexander – ooh la la! Check out the canine (and human) couture in a cute gallery when you read more.

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Globetrotters: Sugar & Champagne Affair in D.C.

PetSugar — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 08:00:58 -0800

Getting the sniff of approval from whiffs by the visiting pooches, this year's Sugar & Champagne Affair definitely got four paws up! For the sixth year running, pastry chefs from some of Washington, D.C.'s finest restaurants and bakeries whipped and dipped desserts for metro area pets and their people. Produced in conjunction with the Washington Humane Society, proceeds from this benefit go towards the metro area animal welfare workers and the canines (and felines) they rescue. This year's gala was hosted by Todd and Ellen Gray of Equinox and featured delights from Bistro Bis and IndeBleu . . . to name a few! See another cute photo from the event when you read more.

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The Scoop: DogCatemy Awards Gala

PetSugar — Wed, 12 Dec 2007 11:30:53 -0800

Get a glimpse of animal-loving celebrities and their pets at the North Shore Animal League America’s Second Annual DogCatemy Awards Gala, recently held at NYC's Capitale. The event encourages pet owners to shoot short flicks showing how they share their lives with furry friends and then screens – and awards – several of these mini movies in categories like "Best Tail-Waggin Comedy," "Best Dogumentary," and more. All proceeds from the ceremony support the North Shore Animal League America’s mission of rescuing pets and finding them loving homes throughout the world.

Attendees included several furry family members like Isaboo (seen here with mom, Rachael Ray). To check out more pictures from this event, read more:

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