We all have our stories behind the naming of our dogs — and here’s a nice tribute to why this man named his dog after the late Neil Armstrong. One small step for man, one giant leap for man’s best friend!
Dogshaming?
The new funny Dog-shaming Tumblr blog has gone viral — as it appears to speak for all dogs, no matter how naughty they’ve been.
Have no idea what I’m talking about? Go check it out — it’s pretty self-explanatory!
Couple Dies Trying To Save Dog
And now for a heartbreaking dog story that will really make you want to drown your sorrows…(photo from Natl Geographic)
Brooke Astor’s Dog Paintings For Sale
Brooke Astor, the New York City socialite-philanthropist who died in 2007, was known for her immense generosity and personality (and deep love for her dachsunds, Boysie and Girlsie) — and this week, Sotheby’s is auctioning off what some consider her most prized possessions: her exquisite collection of dog paintings. (NYT)
Stolen Dog Movie?
Dog theft is no laughing matter, but perhaps Seven Psychopaths, the new comedy-thriller from Martin McDonagh, may change your mind. The intriguing storyline is about a serial dog-napper (Christopher Walken) who steals the wrong dog when he swipes a violent crime boss’s (Woody Harrelson) beloved Shih Tzu…
Who Gets The Dog?
The recent breakup of Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson, has brought up an even more important topic when it comes to romantic breakups: the dog custody battle. While the young Twilight stars argue over who gets their dog, Bear — even bigger Kramer vs. Kramer-style battles have been waging across this country in recent years, including one man who spent over $60,000 to get sole custody of his pooch.
All this big bucks bickering may seem ridiculous on the surface, but anybody who has ever had a dog knows the true value that a pet brings to the family.
Boo books!
Boo: The World’s Cutest Dog is back and even cuter with his follow-up book, Boo: Little Dog in the Big City (Chronicle Books).
And this time around we learn that Boo has landed a commercial spokespet deal with Virgin — and that his proud owner is a Facebook employee named Irene Ahn.
Dog Days of Summer…
I’m not sure how much this sequel of the Wimpy Kid franchise has to do with dogs (other than the title) — but still, it makes for a cute movie poster.
Dog’s Journey book trailer…
If you liked A Dog’s Purpose by W. Bruce Cameron, then you’ll surely enjoy A Dog’s Journey — as the troubling, but inspirational tales of Bailey the reincarnated dog continue…
The Cost of Dogs
I know, I know, you can’t put a price tag on your dog…or can you? Business Insider adds up the bills! (pic courtesy of This is Money)
Dog Master of Suspense?
Alfred Hitchcock may be dubbed “The Master of Suspense”, but after reading thriller writer Dean Koontz’s A Big Little Life, a tender, thoughtful ode to his late Golden Retriever, Trixie Koontz (who also penned a few books herself) — I think no dog could be prouder of its master…
Not to mention, Mr. Koontz also donates much of his time and money to Canine Companions for Independence.
Dog Loss Shocks Jock
Anybody who has ever had a dog die knows how words cannot express how painful it can be…But Howard Stern, the passionate radio shock jock, came up with a pretty good tribute in honor of he and his wife, Beth Ostrosky’s dearly departed bulldog, Bianca.
“I’m literally devastated about it,” says Stern, adding, “Anyone who has a dog understands and anyone who doesn’t [have a dog] doesn’t understand, and that’s the way it goes.”
Tour de Dog?
It appears that one unleashed pooch tripped up this year’s Tour de France bicycle race…Call me cruel — but judging from this video, I’m more worried about the dog!
Dog Inspires Startup…
TaskRabbit, a new website created to hire helpers do your dirty work for you — i.e., errands, odd jobs — was initially inspired by a troublemaking yellow Labrador named Kobe, who sadly passed away this last year. Read Taskrabbit’s head taskmaster, Leah Busque’s loving profile here.
Do You Look Like Your Dog?
If you and your dog were possibly separated at birth, then maybe you should sign up for 7×7 Mag‘s Doggelganger Contest!
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