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Farewell, Shooka, and Nala: Gosselins' Dogs Go Back to Breeder!

PetSugar — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 11:20:57 -0700

Added to the family less than a year ago, Jon Gosselin already came under fire for past remarks about the sextuplets treatment of their pups . . . and now they're reportedly returned to the breeder. First off, it's sad to lose (or give up) any pet, but even sadder that the kids are losing two furry family members along with so many other changes in their lives right now.

I understand that dog ownership is hard work (boy, do I ever), but it seems that another solution could have been found - a caretaker for the pups perhaps, or a larger place in NY where the big dogs would be welcome? Oh well, here's hoping that the German Shepherds find a forever home soon enough.

Jon spent a final day playing with the dogs before the duo was loaded up into a crate in the back of a truck - see Shooka and Nala's last day when you read more.

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The Scoop: Trakr's Cute Clones Make Their Debut!

PetSugar — Thu, 18 Jun 2009 10:30:16 -0700

In no particular order meet Trustt, Solace, Prodigy, Valor, and Dejavu. How cute (and sleepy) they are! This unconventional new puppy alert features five German Shepherd dogs recently cloned in South Korea and making a press debut yesterday in LA.

If you've forgotten, Trakr was a hero dog working after the 2001 terror strikes on the World Trade Center and we first learned of his most "clone-worthy" status and future procedure last Summer. Even if you wouldn't pay to clone your own pet, I can't see anything wrong with adding five future heroes to the world, can you?

See more pictures with Trakr's owner, the cloning docs and of course puppies being puppies when you read more.

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Jon and Kate Plus 8 Do Tell: What's the Weirdest Thing Your Pet Ate?

PetSugar — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 11:30:11 -0700

Ever since the Gosselins' new puppies made their TV debut, I've been tuning into Jon and Kate Plus 8 to see how the large family adjusts to the growing dogs. Not only can I now ace the fun quiz on lilsugar, but it gave me an idea for a post, too. In case you missed the episode, I've pasted a clip where the family sees just what the pooch ate on an X-ray – check it out below.

Now it's your turn to share – what's the weirdest thing your pet ate and did it require surgery as well?

Pet Pic of the Day: Hiding Out

PetSugar — Thu, 26 Feb 2009 09:30:50 -0800

It's rainy, cold, and gray outside, and Sweet D just wanted to find a spot to hide and sleep the day away. Don't worry D, I've had days like this, too.

Congrats to Sweet D and SZ GSD for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Don't forget to submit your favorite snapshots to our Pet Pics group - you may see your furry pals on the pages of PetSugar!

The Scoop: Joe Biden Picks His Puppy

PetSugar — Mon, 15 Dec 2008 12:05:42 -0800

While we've been anxiously waiting for any announcement about the TBD Obama puppy, the "second dog" was just introduced over the weekend. Vice President-elect Joe Biden picked out a three-month-old German Shepherd from a kennel in suburban Philadelphia on Saturday. The lil boy won't join the family quite yet and still remains nameless. Turns out Biden told the breeder that honor will go to his grandkids . . . but, with five of them, how will everyone agree on just one name?!

Do you have any name suggestions for the cutie pie? Let's hear them below!

Pet Pic of the Day: Sirius Is Ready to Play

PetSugar — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 09:30:08 -0800

I know that stance - butt in the air, ears up, tongue out - it means that this pup is ready to play. Or, Sirius could just be stuck in that position. It kinda seems like the couch is holding up his rear-end, doesn't it?

Congrats to Sirius and Stoones for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Don't forget to submit your photos to our Pet Pics group for a chance to see your favorite furry friend on the pages of PetSugar.

To learn how to upload your photos, just 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.
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!

Tune In, Saturday! Animal Planet's Dogs 101

PetSugar — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 10:00:03 -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 new dog breeds. Last week, we learned about five breeds (including my absolute fave . . . wink wink) but which will we meet this week? Find out in this slideshow.

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Pet Pic of the Day: Welcome Home Marley!

PetSugar — Wed, 08 Oct 2008 08:00:59 -0700

Kimbo817 recently welcomed home a new addition to her family – German Shepherd/Lab mix Marley! She's only ten weeks old, but she already knows how to ham it up for the camera. I can tell there will be lots of photos being taken of you in the near future, my friend. Lots and lots of photos.

Congrats to Marley and kimbo817 for being chosen as our Pet Pic of the Day! Do you want to see your furry pal on the pages of PetSugar? Then start submitting your photos to our Pet Pics group! Need some help getting started? Just 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 drop-down menu.
Change channel to “Pets.”
Fill in tag field with relevant tags.
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: Max Wants to Feel the Wind in His Fur

PetSugar — Wed, 24 Sep 2008 08:00:07 -0700

Uh, Max? Just so you know, you need a license to drive a motorized vehicle. . . and two legs, not four. Sorry, buddy.

Congrats to Max and carriefrances for being selected as our Pet Pic of the Day! Don't forget to submit your photos to our Pet Pics group – you may see your pals on the pages of PetSugar!

The Scoop: Trade Center Hero, Trakr, to Be Cloned

PetSugar — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 00:30:44 -0700

Meet Trakr, the heroic pup who helped locate the last human survivor under about 30 feet of debris after the September 11 attacks. The German Shepherd (and his owner) were among the first search and rescue teams to arrive at Ground Zero, and I'm betting that's why he was deemed the most 'clone-worthy' canine by BioArts International in their competition offering someone a free chance to replicate their pet; a sample of Trakr's DNA will be transported to the South Korean lab of the Sooam Biotech Research Foundation, and the cloned dog could be ready later this year!

While we were divided on whether we'd clone our own pets (at that high price), check out more pictures of this beautiful dog with his owner, James Symington, when you read more.

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