Don't Have A Dog, But If I Had One . . .

 

A Dog's Fascination With -- An Escalator!

Childlike wonder!

A dog figured out how to use escalators and now won’t stop taking rides on them. pic.twitter.com/rr7bHrDOcp

— aka (@akafaceUS) May 13, 2026

Here's Something To Keep In Mind . . .

 

What Your Dog Wants You To Know . . .

 

The Upside Down World We Live In

 

If Only Your Canines Could Talk . . .

 

Biden Tells A Wicked 'Dead Dog' Story . . .

If Only Dogs Could Talk . . . .

 

Racist? 'First Dog' Major Set For Re-Education Camp

Biden's big, burly, grizzly German Shepard, known as Major, is reportedly set for re-education camp.

Major, who's been involved in several biting incidents since arriving at the White House has spent a lot of time in Delaware of late. But further investigation has suggested that Major's victims have been mostly people of color, leading to charges of racism. The canine has also allegedly been heard to growl vaguely discernible racial epitaphs and is said to have come from a privileged background.

Some have also protested Major's name, identifying it as authoritarian and needlessly intimidating. Accordingly, Major (who will probably assume a new, kinder, gentler name) is said to be slated for intensive re-education at an undisclosed maximum security facility in the northern hinterlands near the Canadian border. The facility which has gained the moniker "Last Chance Lookout" follows a Prussian regimen of relentless indoctrination intended to instill rigid obedience. The aptly-named "Last Chance" facility leaves no room for failure. Dogs that do not pass their rigorous final re-education test -- well, let's just say the end for them is not pretty, OK?

For its part the White House is said to be sworn to secrecy about Major's fate. Officially, they know nothing.

The Lessons Of Moose - Inimitable To The End!

Having never owned a dog, it's hard for me to know exactly what the loss of a treasured pet must feel like.

I say this because our beloved granddog, Moose, has passed away just shy of 12 years-old.

Moose was an invaluable and devoted companion to Adam Cirucci. He came along at an important time in Adam's life and became Adam's best friend -- a pet who saw Adam through new chapters in his life during a very productive dozen years.

Irrepressible and high-spirited, Moose exuded personality and refused to become laconic or indifferent even as he grew older and assumed the role of the family dog. He lived his energetic life on his own terms and we all loved him for it. 

If Moose was in the room he made sure you knew he was around. He rarely sat still or remained quiet and he defied all efforts to rein him in. Even as he aged, he refused to live a "settled" life. 

He must have known that the end was near as he chose to leave us suddenly of heart failure. To the end, he would not linger: he would not struggle; he would not be a burden The long, slow fade was not for him.

This is the lesson he leaves us: be who you are: stay active: keep moving: raise hell if you must and retain, always, that untamed part of yourself that affirms life and brings joy to others. 

Au revoir, Moose. You did it your way!

Christmas Greetings From World's Cutest Dog!

 

If this doesn't warm your heart this Christmas, we don't know what will.
We have long identified Moose of nearby Chester County (PA) as the world's cutest dog. Moose got his name not because he's as big as a moose (he's actually diminutive) but because he was the largest and healthiest dog of the litter.
Moose is friendly, frisky  and very inquisitive. He's a Lancashire Heeler -- a herder dog.
A sturdy little dog with a short, weather-resistant coat of black and tan or liver and tan, Lancashire Heelers are affectionate with their owners, always happy, talkative and always ready for a walk. Their small size is what gives them their charm.

Moose has all the wonderful qualities of his breed but also remains unique -- a one-of-a-kind among equals. 

He's a real Christmas treat all through the year!

We Don't Wish That Kind Of Death On ANY Dog!

"He did like a dog."
This was how President Trump described the death of the notorious terrorist monster, Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi.

Now, some of our canine-loving friends feel that the President insulted dogs.

They feel hurt and angry because they insist: "Dogs don't die that way!"

If you're a dog lover, we can understand this. We get it.

But the phrase he died like a dog is just an expression -- it's an idiom that's been around a long time. It's from the French saying crever comme un chien and it really means to die in an undignified manner, or due to neglect. And sadly, many dogs have diesdthat way and still do die that way -- especially in less-developed parts of the world.

So we ask our dog-loving friends to please try to understand. President Trump meant no harm in using the expression -- one that is almost as common as "You dirty dog!" 

Remember that the President went out of his way to praise the dogs that went after Baghdadi and the hero-dog who chased him to the end of a dead-end tunnel where he met his fate. Repeat after us: President Trump has nothing against dogs. America loves dogs!

The Hero Dog The Whole Country Is Talking About

THIS is the hero dog all America is talking about.
This is the dog that chased the evil Baghdadi all the way down to a dead-end tunnel where the terrorist monster blew himself up.
The dog reportedly sustained sever injuries but is expected to survive.
This dog is part of the special ops K-9 unit -- a group that is just as elite as the Army special ops themselves. The dog is a true warrior.
Due to such overwhelming interest and support, President Trump declassified this phot of the dog for release though the name of the dog remains classified, for now.

President Trump Announces Death of ISIS Leader in US Raid “Last night, the United States brought the world’s Number One terrorist leader to justice,” President Donald J. Trump said yesterday from the East Room of the White House.   “Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi is dead.”   The terrorist leader’s “death represents a significant symbolic victory in the battle against the terror group and marks the end of a years-long effort to track down the elusive ISIS leader, who had been reported killed multiple times in the past,” Morgan Chalfant reports for The Hill. “Trump declared that al-Baghdadi’s death demonstrated the United States's ‘relentless pursuit of terrorist leaders and our commitment to the enduring and total defeat of ISIS and other terrorist organizations.’”   Click here to read more.

On Sunday, the parents of Kayla Mueller, who was taken hostage by al-Baghdadi in 2013 and killed 18 months later, praised President Trump and the soldiers who completed this mission, Karina Bland writes in The Arizona Republic. “I still say Kayla should be here, and if Obama had been as decisive as President Trump, maybe she would have been," Marsha Mueller said.

“On Sunday morning, The Washington Post seemingly struggled to come up with a headline for Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi’s obituary,” Ashe Schow writes in The Daily Wire.  “Just imagine the Post claiming Osama bin Laden was an ‘austere religious scholar.’ You can’t, because that’s not how the Post described him after the raid that killed him during the Obama Administration … Yet when the leader of a terrorist organization dies under President Donald Trump, the word ‘terrorist’ gets removed.”

“A week after he was inaugurated, Trump issued National Security Presidential Memorandum 3, which mandated an updated campaign plan against ISIS within 30 days,” Peter Bergen writes for CNN. The President deserves credit for giving “his military commanders the authority for taking action against ISIS so they were no longer micromanaged by the White House, as was often the case under Obama.”

“The S&P 500 hit a record high on Monday, breaking above an all-time high set over the summer as investors cheered strong earnings and progress on U.S.-China trade,” Fred Imbert reports for CNBC.

Cold Weather And Your Pet: Here Before You Know It!

The American Humane Association believes that pet owners should take special care with pet animals (particularly dogs) during the cold weather months. 
And, let's face it, the cold weather will be here before you know it.
The AHA says: if you must leave an animal outdoors in cold weather, follow these tips: 

• Snow is not an adequate source of water and water left in regular bowls will freeze — heated water dishes are essential.
• Provide your pet more, high-quality food — animals will burn more calories when left outside.
• Take extra care of elderly and very young pets — they are most susceptible to suffering in cold weather.
• Elevate doghouses off the ground so cold and moisture don’t rise through the floor. Face the doghouse away from the wind and provide a door flap to keep wind and snow out. Pile up straw around the outside of the house to insulate it.
• Your indoor dog will appreciate the extra warmth of a doggie coat, but if your dog stays outside, don’t use a coat — the fabric will freeze when wet.
• When walking your dog, consider dog booties to protect foot pads from chemicals, salt and sand. Also, wear gloves that will not impede your ability to properly hold the leash and clear the leash clasp of ice build-up.
• Antifreeze is highly toxic to pets, but its sweet flavor is enticing. Keep containers sealed and out of reach and check for puddles. If you suspect your pet has ingested antifreeze, seek immediate emergency veterinary treatment.
• Don’t leave your pet in a parked car — the car will act as a refrigerator and could result in death.
• Cats and other animals are often lured to warm parked-car engines. Bang on your hood before starting up the engine.
• Don’t let your dog chew on firewood and keep him away from indoor or outdoor fires, matches and accelerants.
• After being outside, check your pet for signs of hypothermia: shivering, muscle stiffness, low body movement, a weak pulse rate, lethargy, shallow breathing and disorientation. If you suspect your pet has hypothermia, seek immediate veterinary treatment. Don’t submerge your pet in warm water or place anything hot on his skin. Warm water bottles wrapped in towels, as well as blankets and towels fresh from the dryer, are best.
• In addition to protecting your own pets, keep an eye out for other animals exposed to the weather and contact your local animal control or humane society to report concerns.
• See more winter care tips on the AHA website.

It's True! Dogs Really ARE Smarter Than Cats!

Dogs are smarter than cats for a reason.
Dogs are more sociable animals and sociability requires more brain power.
So, over millions of years, dogs have had to develop bigger brains than cats. Dogs need more brain capacity because they are not solitary.
That's the result of an exhaustive study by researchers at Oxford University. The researchers attempted to study the development of different groups of mammals over millions of years.
The more sociable the mammal group is, the smarter it tends to be.  
Click here for more on this fascinating story from Science Daily.
BTW: Elephants (also mammals) are incredibly smart. Elephant brains — weighing more than 10 pounds — are so advanced that zoologists have measured behavior that reflects compassion, sympathy, and grief. And of course elephants are remarkably social.

K-9 Hero Leaves Post With Highest Honors!

From the NYPD:
After serving three tours in Afghanistan with the U.S. Army, K9 Cezar joined the NYPD to help keep NYC safe. Along with his partner, Officer Rodriguez, Cezar spent the last five years securing our subways. On February 14th, NYPD cops stood at attention to say their final goodbye to this Transit K9 hero as he succumbed to cancer. Rest In Peace, pup.

World's Cutest Dog Sends Cuddly Christmas Wishes!

If this doesn't warm your heart this Christmas, we don't know what will.
We have long identified Moose of nearby Chester County (PA) as the world's cutest dog. Moose got his name not because he's as big as a moose (he's actually diminutive) but because he was the largest and healthiest dog of the litter.
Moose is friendly, frisky  and very inquisitive. He's a Lancashire Heeler -- a herder dog.
A sturdy little dog with a short, weather-resistant coat of black and tan or liver and tan, Lancashire Heelers are affectionate with their owners, always happy, talkative and always ready for a walk. Their small size is what gives them their charm.

Moose has all the wonderful qualities of his breed but also remains unique -- a one-of-a-kind among equals. 

He's a real Christmas treat all through the year!

Is There ANYTHING More American Than This?

A boy, his dog and baseball!
May it ever be so!

A Canine Journey That Will Tug At Your Heart!

My name is Lezzie, a LEGAL immigrant from China. I was rescued by my parents in Shanghai from the meat trade.

I am a citizen of the best country, the United States of Ameripaw 🐾 My dream is to play with Lara Trump’s dogs on the beautiful green WH lawn. Nice to meet you! pic.twitter.com/V6r054Pxrc

— Conservative Pets 🐶 (@ConservativePTZ) June 4, 2018

An 'Invisible' Disability Is Nonetheless Real!

New Jersey Governor Christie has signed “Charlie’s Law,” legislation sponsored by State Senator Diane Allen (R-Burlington) that creates civil penalties for preventing a person with a service animal from accessing a public facility.

Sen. Diane Allen’s “Charlie’s Law” creates civil penalties for preventing a person with a service animal from accessing a public facility. (Flickr)

“Charlie’s Law” (S-2662) is named after a service dog who was denied access to an airport while assisting his owner, Ben Shore, a Cherry Hill teen who is on the autism spectrum and suffers from panic attacks.

“Charlie was ordered out of the airport by an employee who did not believe that he was a service dog. That is completely unacceptable, not to mention illegal. Just because a disability is ‘invisible’ doesn’t mean it isn’t real,” Senator Allen said. “Charlie’s Law will empower law enforcement to respond immediately, so that people who are discriminated against in this way get the swift justice they deserve.”

A person who violates Charlie’s Law, in addition to any other relief or affirmative action provided by law, will be liable to a civil penalty of no less than: $250 for the first violation; $500 for the second violation; and $1,000 for the third and each subsequent violation.

Under current law, any person with a disability accompanied by a service or guide dog trained by a recognized training agency or school is entitled, with his dog, to access all public facilities.

To enforce the current statute, the Division of Civil Rights has to conduct an investigation, which is a lengthy process that often isn’t ever finished. “Charlie’s Law” requires local law enforcement to issue a summons and the municipal court would have authority to impose the penalty.

Under “Charlie’s Law,” the penalty assessed will be appropriated to the Department of Law and Public Safety to fund educational programs for law enforcement officers on the right of a person with a disability to have a service or guide dog in a place of public accommodation. The law also requires the Attorney General to establish a public awareness campaign to inform the public about the provisions of the bill.

“Service animals allow people with disabilities to live healthy, safe and independent lives. They are not a luxury,” Senator Allen added. “Anyone who blocks someone with a service animal from entering a public space must be held accountable. I am hopeful that Charlie’s Law will also help prevent these acts of discrimination and raise awareness of this issue statewide. “