Dog of the Day: Waffle the Chihuahua/Jack Russell Terrier

I ran into this pup on the way home from work. His dad had just gotten to San Francisco after traveling for quite a while with his pup, and was starting a new job soon. A few days later, he called up Autumn’s dog-walking-and-pet-sitting business to see if she could take care of him while dad was at work. That didn’t end up working out, but I sure hope he found a good solution to the problem.

Chihuahua/Jack Russell Terrier Mix

Danger! If you see this dog, do not approach too closely unless you want to be smooched mercilessly!

 

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Dog of the Day: Maxwell the German Shepherd Mix

Another ‘teacup’ German shepherd. Max is 1.5 years old, and not four months as I would have suspected. It didn’t help that he acts a lot like a puppy, albeit a well-behaved one.

Tiny German Shepherd Mix, Black Muzzle, Tan body, Cream Chest

Almost looks like a German shepherd/pug mix in this picture!

Tiny German Shepherd Mix, Black Muzzle, Tan body, Cream Chest

Pack puppy. I love dogs that can carry around their own dog food.

Tiny German Shepherd Mix, Black Muzzle, Tan body, Cream Chest

Obligatory dognose shot.

Tiny German Shepherd Mix, Black Muzzle, Tan body, Cream Chest

Max knows a few tricks, but this is the only one I got a shot of.

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LadyBirdDay Supplement: Beetle!

I found a little friend on my rambles. I picked her up and put her on my shoulder and took her for a walk, and then, when I got back, returned her to her garden and went on my way. (Autumn’s not entirely fond of ladybugs, since her house was infested by thousands of a Japanese beetle that is similar in appearance but stinks! But I’m a big fan. They are so cheerful and pretty, and they eat aphids. How can you go wrong?)

Ladybird Beetle

They look like they’re made out of candy or something.

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Dog of the Day: Sophie the Miniature Australian Shepherd Runt

Sophie is a wiggly little 7-month-old pup, but that’s not why 70 percent of the pictures of I took of her were so blurry that I couldn’t even tell they were of a dog. I had the misfortune to run into her in a shady area on a quite dim day. Curse the luck.

Small Tricolor Miniature Australian Shepherd

Sophie might have been the runt of the litter (she’s tiny even for a miniature Aussie), but you’d never know it from her ankle-seeking cuddle-happy demeanor.

Small Tricolor Miniature Australian Shepherd

Such a serious expression.

Small Tricolor Miniature Australian Shepherd

The allure of a mini-Aussie, as opposed to the full-sized one. This pup will stay just the right size for this kind of mind-meltingly cute behavior all her life.

Small Tricolor Miniature Australian Shepherd

Eee! The foldy paws!

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Dog of the Day: Blanc the White Shepherd Dog

Another breed that I never knew existed, although apparently ‘Bolt,’ from the Disney movie of the same name, was one. Blanc is only 5 months old, according to my notes, and is totally adorable according to my best judgement.

White Shepherd Dog, 5 Months Old

You can tell Blanc still has some filling out to do, but I doubt we’re going to see much more height.

White Shepherd Dog, 5 Months Old

Super-cute. I love German shepherds, and these pups are just as beautiful.

White Shepherd Dog, 5 Months Old

Not shown: dad’s hand, holding something yummy-smelling. Well, to dogs.

 

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Dog of the Day: Zach the Akbash

I’ve run into this pup before, but it was evening and none of my pictures came out. I was so happy to see him again! I think you’ll agree that he is utterly awesome.

Akbash Dog with Heterochromia (One Brown Eye and One Blue Eye)

I have ‘the lazy guy’ down in my notes about Zach. I can’t quite recall why.

Akbash Dog with Heterochromia (One Brown Eye and One Blue Eye)

Okay, that’s pretty goofy-looking.

Akbash Dog with Heterochromia (One Brown Eye and One Blue Eye)

Grapevine! I learned that dance step when I was in a musical.

Akbash Dog with Heterochromia (One Brown Eye and One Blue Eye)

Someone knows how to enjoy life, lazy or not.

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Dog of the Day: Linus the German Wirehaired Pointer Mix

I am disappointed. I took some pictures yesterday that I totally wanted to post today, of the most adorable little shiba inu in a raincoat, as celebration of the first rain of the season in San Francisco. (It will probably get old for me soon enough, but for right now I was pretty happy about jogging to work in the rain.) But all of the pictures came out blurry, every single one, except one really gorgeous picture of my thumb.

I hope I run into her again, she was so cute, and she seemed to really like her raincoat. And she was super-friendly, too. Next time I’ll use the decent camera instead of trying it with my iPhone.

Anyway, instead, here’s Linus. According to his owner, Linus is a 4-year-old German wirehaired pointer mix. I dunno, I do detect a certain similarity.

Brown German Wirehaired Pointer Mix and Weimaraner

Awesome. I think he’s grinning at me.

Brown German Wirehaired Pointer Mix

Almost looks like a wolfhound mix in this one.

Brown German Wirehaired Pointer Mix, Grey-and-White American Pit Bull Terrier, and Labrador Retriever Mix

I think I got everyone today: in the background of this one are the pit bull and the lab mix.

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Double Dog Day: Weimaraner and Pit Bull Redux

I turned out to only have one picture of the Weimaraner. Fortunately, I forgot to post one awesome picture of yesterday’s pit bull. That should round things out nicely.

Weimaraner

I love how Weimaraner (and Vizsla) noses match their coats so beautifully. Also, lovely eyes! (Don’t mind the little bit of drool.)

Grey and White American Pit Bull Terrier Getting a Belly Rub

He knows what he likes (having his chest scratched) and is not afraid to ask for it.

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Triple Dog Day: Happy Pit Bull and Friends

This is the same guy I posted a preview of on Friday. I found him at a dog park and boy was he having a good time.

American Pit Bull Terrier and Labrador Retriever Mix

These two were just having a grand time.

American Pit Bull Terrier and Mixed Breed Labrador Retriever

Surprise dog hug!

American Pit Bull Terrier and Mixed Breed Labrador Retriever

That expression.

Grey and White American Pit Bull Terrier with Weimaraner

He had lots of friends. This one is a Weimaraner that I’ll have a few more shots of tomorrow.

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Caturday Supplement: Tortoiseshell-and-White Tabby

Was poking through my photos and found a cat I hadn’t yet posted. Hooray!

Tortoiseshell-and-White Tabby Cat

She’s pretty, and she knows it.

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