Bark out the Facts!

Today's cool fact is...

"The term “dog days of summer” was coined by the ancient Greeks and Romans to describe the hottest days of summer that coincided with the rising of the Dog Star, Sirius."

Fact from: http://facts.randomhistory.com/2009/02/15_dogs.html
Pic from: http://icons-ak.wunderground.com/data/wximagenew/m/Monarch/321-800.jpg

Crazy Dawgs!

"You think I'll win best costume?"

Pic from: http://www.funnydogsite.com/pictures/My_Crazy_Glasses690.htm

Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9 is Uggie!

"The dog in The Artist, Uggie is a big-time star, with – get this – a Twitter account. The 10-year-old Jack Russell terrier was a pro acting alongside Jean Dujardin, who was a "great dog handler," according to Uggie's owner and trainer Omar Von Muller."

Article and pic from: http://yourlife.usatoday.com/pets/pawprintpost/index

Bark out the Facts!

Today's cool fact is...

"Those born under the sign of the dog in Chinese astrology are considered to be loyal and discreet, though slightly temperamental."

Fact from: http://facts.randomhistory.com/2009/02/15_dogs.html
Pic from: http://www.puzzlepuzzles.com/imatjes/the-dog-the-sign-of-the-d_4ec2851149b47-p.jpg

Bone Appetit!

Today's cool recipe is Canine Carrot Cookies!

"Ingredients:
2 cups carrots -- boiled and pureed
2 eggs
2 tablespoons garlic -- minced
2 cups unbleached flour -- *see Note
1 cup rolled oats
1/4 cup wheat germ
*or rice flour or rye flour.

Directions:
Combine carrots, eggs and garlic. Mix until smooth. Add dry ingredients. Roll out on heavily floured surface and cut into bars or desired shapes. Bake at 300 degrees for 45 minutes or to desired crunchiness. The centers will continue to harden as they cool. Brush with egg white before baking for a glossy finish."

Recipe from: http://www.bullwrinkle.com/Assets/Recipes/Canine%20Carrot%20Cookies.htm
Pic from: http://www.vegalicious.org/wp-content/uploads/2007/10/canine-carrot-cookies.jpg

Crazy Dawgs!

"And they said not having opposable thumbs would stink."

Pic from: http://www.funnydogsite.com/pictures/Dog_Guitar_Hero.htm

Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9 is owned by Rachael Ray!

"Rachael Ray's love and appreciation for animals can be seen in every aspect of her life. Viewers of her daytime talk show have met and heard plenty about Isaboo – the dog Ray calls her baby. And she's created Nutrish, a line of healthy pet food, made from natural ingredients. It's not only healthy for your pet; it also helps others, as a portion of the proceeds go to organizations that her group Rachael's Rescue supports. Rachael's Rescue identifies integral organizations that help at-risk animals, including the ASPCA, America's Vetdogs and the North Shore Animal League. In addition, readers can get training tips, pet-friendly recipes and view adorable reader-submitted pictures of pets."

Article and pic from: http://yourlife.usatoday.com/pets/pawprintpost/index

Bark out the Facts!

Today's cool fact is...

"The first dog chapel was established in 2001. It was built in St. Johnsbury, Vermont, by Stephan Huneck, a children’s book author whose five dogs helped him recuperate from a serious illness."

Fact from: http://facts.randomhistory.com/2009/02/15_dogs.html
Pic from: https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDF3-BjvzzxHjwuK1bDiNwUasdJceDSmxf-cabRh4ypPgBAn5xRxSiA6u7lEM-hG2MLzxe2ejYUSoJqN3Fz2kNmeNOomjKBh80ll1r3y5XBJTsyWFKKj4i69Zki4delEPvrWLmtkM23wU/s1600/Dog+Chapel+Vermont.jpg

Bone Appetit!

Today's cool recipe is Chicken and Honey Biscuits!

"Instructions:
2 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast
1/4 cup lukewarm water
1 egg
3/4 cup chicken broth 1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons minced garlic
3 cups whole wheat flour
1 cup cracked wheat

Directions:
Preheat oven to 325 ° F (165 ° C).

In a large bowl,dissolve yeast in water. Add egg, broth, honey, and garlic. Gradually blend in the flour and cracked wheat. Add enough wheat flour to form a stiff dough.

Transfer to a floured surface and knead until smooth (about 3-5 minutes). Shape the dough into a ball and roll to 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick. Using bone-shaped cookie cutters, cut out biscuits. Place on ungreased baking sheets, spacing them about 1/4-inch (6 mm) apart. Gather up the scraps, roll out again, and cut additional biscuits.

Bake for 45 minutes. Let cool overnight. Makes several dozen biscuits that freeze well."

Recipe from: http://www.bullwrinkle.com/Assets/Recipes/Chicken%20and%20Honey%20Biscuits.htm
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Crazy Dawgs!

"We're almost out!"

Pic from: http://www.funnydogsite.com/pictures/Dog_Stacking406.htm

Extreme K9s 101!

Today's extreme K9s are pretty smart pooches!

"Dogs possess skills similar to those of a 6-month old human infant, according to a new study. The study found that making eye contact is helpful when communicating with your dog. Previous studies have echoed that dogs are intelligent and can communicate with their owners. "Dogs have the developmental abilities of a human 2-year-old, with the average dog capable of learning the meanings of 165 words," said canine-intelligence expert Stanley Coren."

Article and pic from: http://yourlife.usatoday.com/pets/pawprintpost/index

Bark out the Facts!

Today's cool fact is...

"The Mayans and Aztecs symbolized every tenth day with the dog, and those born under this sign were believed to have outstanding leadership skills."

Fact from: http://facts.randomhistory.com/2009/02/15_dogs.html
Pic from: http://www.tate.org.uk/art/images/work/T/T06/T06942_10.jpg

Bone Appetit!

Today's cool recipe is Nutty Bones!

"Ingredients:
1 3/4 cups flour
1/4 cup sesame seeds
1/2 cup brown sugar
12 tbs. butter
1/2 cup ground walnuts
1 egg yolk
1/2 cup vanilla extract
2 tbs. toasted wheat germ

Directions:
Combine ingredients, knead until thoroughly blended. Roll out till 1/2" thick. Cut into shapes or just squares. Bake at 375F on ungreased cookie sheet for 12-15minutes. Cool. Store in airtight container. Keeps 2 weeks."

Recipe from: http://www.bullwrinkle.com/Assets/Recipes/Nutty%20Bones.htm
No pic available.

Crazy Dawgs!

"If I fit, I sleep."

Pic and quote from: http://www.funnydogsite.com/pictures/If_I_Fit_I_Sleep.htm