Dog of the Day: Marley the Standard Poodle

Marley is 6 years old, and he just got finished with a round of chemotherapy. I am happy to report that he is doing great, and is healthy and happy!

I have run into several standard poodles lately, and I’d love to see more. Honestly, I don’t see anything about goldendoodles, labradoodles, or the rest, that isn’t all right there in the poodle!

Standard Poodle Wearing A Red White And Blue Bandana
I like this kind of poodle cut. No floofs, nothing excessive, but those dainty little toes!
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Bunday Special Edition: O’Hare and Lexus!

These two are part of the Alex the Great family… which has just opened up their own warren, or hutch, or burrow, or whatever you call it. Yes, that’s right, on Columbus Avenue at Beach Street there is now a BUNNY CAFE.

I will visit and report back, never fear.

Two Rabbits In A Stroller Sharing A Little Baseball Cap
The Bunny Cafe has LITTLE BUNNY HATS.
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Dog of the Day: Kona the Repeat Customer Bernese Mountain Dog

Another post of a friend of the blog, Kona (now a year and a half old). I have run into him several times since last post, but always late enough that the light wasn’t good, so I just (‘just’) got to pet him.

Bernese Mountain Dog Looking Happy
Kona is very patient about waiting for me to take pictures before I get down to the serious business of petting him.
Happy Bernese Mountain Dog Looking Into The Camera
Of course, his patience is not unlimited.
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Dog of the Day: Rat Terrier Mix

This little assistance cutie came into a coffee shop and tucked himself under a table out of the way of everyone and was just such an amazingly good boy.

Small Rat Terrier Mix Sitting Under A Table
That is a remarkable collection of cow spots.
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Dog of the Day: Maverick the Golden/Labrador Mix

Maverick just turned 1 a couple weeks ago, so he’s still hanging onto a lot of puppy energy. Then again, I suspect he still will be in a few years, with that breed mix!

Golden Retriever Labrador Retriever Mix Giving Serious Side-Eye
Funny, I see surprisingly few golden/lab accidental crosses around.
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Dog of the Day: Once Again!

Once (On-say, eleven in Spanish, a mystery shepherd mix) is a repeat customer here… we have a picture from when he was four months old, in March. Now he’s nearly nine months old, and looks all grown up!

German Or Belgian Shepherd Mix
Not really sure what kind of shepherd mix he is… German? Belgian?
German Or Belgian Shepherd Mix Snoofing The Camera
He still has a little growing to do to grow into those ears.
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Sunday Switchup: Blue And Gold Macaw

I was walking through Union Square on my way to work last Tuesday and ran across a lovely bird. San Francisco is still full of surprises, even after living here for well over twenty years.

Children Looking At Blue And Gold Macaw Sitting On A Stairway Railing In Union Square Park
Macaws are really smart birds. I had a friend with one who knew all sorts of tricks.
Blue And Gold Macaw Perched On Stairway Railing In Union Square
Of course, he only did them when HE wanted to. Or when there was a little rice with curry on it on offer.
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Dog of the Nearly Birthday: Mischa the Carolina Dog

Mischa (a girl) had her birthday YESTERDAY. Only this post being late is not my fault this time, because I only met her today. So there!

Carolina Dog Looking Cheerful And Alert
I don’t see a lot of Carolina dogs around, but I believe she’s one: she even has the double-dewclaws.
Carolina Dog Looking At The Camera
They look a little like dingoes, don’t they?
Carolina Dog Sticking His Nose In The Camera
Happy birthday snoot shot!
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Dog of the Day: Poor Bodhi the Staffordshire Terrier Therapy Dog

I ran into Bodhi (10) and his mom at a local favorite spot of mine. He’s a sweet, happy therapy dog that works with the local SPCA to provide services to places like schools, hospitals, and nursing homes. He’s also got bone cancer, the poor pup. When I saw him he was still happy and not in pain, so that’s good. But it still makes me very sad. And glad I got a chance to meet him.

American Staffordshire Terrier Mix Lying On The Floor
Hard to believe he’s a full Staffie… his legs are too long!
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Dog of the Day: French Bulldog Pub Pup

Someone was just chillin’ with dad at the pub after a long day. I’m down with it.

Man At Bar With French Bulldog In His Lap
The pup was watching everyone walk by on the sidewalk and just having a blast. I love it!
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