My friend Becky has two Chihuahuas, one of whom just turned 15. What better occasion to mark Jesusita's birthday than a quinceañera? Here's a picture from the dog party — and yes, there was (dog-friendly) cake.
Do you mark milestones for your pets?
Cute Alert: Tiny Chihuahua Blown Away by Strong Wind Reunited With Owners
Sometimes, when the news is all about the Craigslist Killer and Swine Flu, a story involving a 6-pound Chihuahua named Tinker Bell, 70-mile-an-hour winds, and pet psychics is just what the doctor ordered.
Sometimes, when the news is all about the Craigslist Killer and Swine Flu, a story involving a 6-pound Chihuahua named Tinker Bell, 70-mile-an-hour winds, and pet psychics is just what the doctor ordered. And, of course, there's a happy ending!
The Utleys of Waterford Township, MI had set up a booth at a flea market when Tinker Bell, who had been standing on top of it, just flew away like a flimsy piece of paper. (OK, that's my embellishment, but let's go with the visual.)
The good news is that, with the aid of a pet psychic (!), Dorothy and Lavern found a "dirty and hungry" Tinker Bell in a wooded area about a mile away. Don't say I never gave you any good news!
The Scoop: Dancer, One of the World's Smallest Dogs, Dies
You may recognize lil Dancer here, he's been all over the news in his short life – and, sadly, the pooch passed away yesterday at the young age of two.
You may recognize lil Dancer here, he's been all over the news in his short life – and, sadly, the pooch passed away yesterday at the young age of two.
He was up for the title of world's smallest dog for Guinness World Records in 2007, but lost out to an even smaller pooch (I didn't know they came any teensier!). This lil guy was only five inches high and 18 ounces, but his small stature didn't stop him as Dancer often spread his love as a certified member of Caring Canines Therapy Dogs located near his Florida home. It's possible that his diminutive stature may have factored into his death as his human mom, Jenny Gomes said:
The vet didn't expect for him to live past six months. They thought he'd have all sorts of genetic diseases. Maybe that had something to do with it, I don't know.
Check out more pictures of the petite pooch from his Dogster profile below.
Interspecies Lovin' Has Bittersweet Ending
You know how long-term couples find it hard to keep the passion alive?
You know how long-term couples find it hard to keep the passion alive? One person may wanna be intimate, and the other has a headache? Well, this cat and Chihuahua pair exemplify that problem perfectly. Kitty's in the middle of lovingly kissin' on her tiny Chihuahua lover when, out of the blue, he just turns on her. I love how kitty gives Chihuahua a total "WTF?! dude" look. What an ingrate! Communication is key, little guy. Learn how to do it!
Foul-Mouthed Chihuahua Ain't Having Bedtime
Little Elvis here is happy just where he is, all curled up with his fave blankie.
Little Elvis here is happy just where he is, all curled up with his fave blankie. But when his doting owner marches into the room to announce that it's time to get up and go to bed, this hound dog's mood takes a turn for the nasty. Oh. No. She. Di'int . . .
Cute Alert: Singing Chihuahua
This little chihuahua seems pretty unmoved by her family's rendition of the '80s song by A-ha, "Take On Me."
This little chihuahua seems pretty unmoved by her family's rendition of the '80s song by A-ha, "Take On Me." That is — at first. Once she gets cooking, though, there's no stopping her. Lady sings the blues!
The Chihuahuas are P*ssed
The leader of the leashed world has spoken and chihuahuas will be treated as toys — no mas!
The leader of the leashed world has spoken and chihuahuas will be treated as toys — no mas! They hate the frilly costumes, they think the baby talk is insufferable, and they aren't very fond of being shoved in handbags all the time. They've chosen to punish us all for the sins of one Paris Hilton, so listen up. And pretend to be scared.
Real Housewives of NYC Do Tell: Pets Have Enemies, Too?
Seems like Ginger the Chihuahua doesn't like anyone but mom .
Cute Alert: Zen Doggie
This one-year-old Chihuahua, Conan (!), gets in touch with his inner Buddha during a meditation session in Japan.
This one-year-old Chihuahua, Conan (!), gets in touch with his inner Buddha during a meditation session in Japan. He saw a priest at the Zen Buddhist monastery praying at the altar and decided to follow suit. Call it the Tao of Pooch. Click here to read about my new favorite guru.
Globetrotters: Conan the Praying Pooch
Nope, this isn't Simon Says here .
Nope, this isn't Simon Says here . . . nor is it the work of a professional dog trainer. Conan the cutie Chihuahua has mastered praying all on his own – increasing attendance at this Buddhist temple in Japan by 30 percent since the pooch joined daily prayers. It only took the 2-year-old dog a few days to imitate praying – the original goal was to get the doggie to sit still during meditation. "It's not like we can make him cross his legs," one priest joked. Regardless of Conan's motivations, he looks pretty adoro posed like that and I can see why people want to come by and check out the praying pup. See a couple more piccys of him when you read more
