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Brittany Puppy Party!

by Eliot Glazer (Subscribe to Eliot Glazer's posts): Feb 9th 2011 @ 3:00PM Filed Under: Dogs, Funny Animal Videos

brittany dog puppy picture redgoober4life, Flickr

With so many puppy videos and so little time, we've gone the extra mile and begun cataloging some of the finest YouTube offerings, separating each collection by breed in a feature called Puppy Party!

Today's roundup features the beautiful Brittany!

Humpty Dumpty's got nothing on Brady.

Cheetah Adopts At-Risk Cub at the National Zoo

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts): Feb 9th 2011 @ 1:00PM Filed Under: Exotic Pets, Pets News

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Zoologists at the Smithsonian National Zoo have successfully convinced a 9-year-old cheetah named Zazi to become the foster parent of an at-risk cub.

In December, Zazi and first-time mother Amani gave birth to cubs 10 days apart. The problem, however, is that both proud mamas delivered only one cub each -- which turns out to be a problem for mother and cub alike.

"At Great Risk"
Single-cub litters, referred to as "singletons" by zoologists, are often at great risk because their mothers typically don't produce enough milk. Though it sounds counterintuitive, according to the Smithsonian, mothers in the wild will often let single cubs die, freeing the mothers up to breed again.

Photos - Animals Who Show Real Heart

by Susan Segrest (Subscribe to Susan Segrest's posts): Feb 9th 2011 @ 12:00PM Filed Under: Photo Galleries

It's always Valentine's Day for these animals with all-natural heart-shaped body art.

Standard Poodle Inge Takes Private Jet to Westminster (Along With Her Personal Vet, Stylist and Photographer)

by Josh Loposer (Subscribe to Josh Loposer's posts): Feb 9th 2011 @ 10:00AM Filed Under: Dogs

Standard Poodle Inge picture Vicki Holloway

How could the Westminster Dog Show be complete without at least one utterly spoiled standard poodle flying in on her own private jet?

Taking the pampered poodle concept to the extreme, Houston-area owners Arvid and Holly Sundbeck are transporting their champion, Inge (along with her personal vet, stylist and photographer), to Westminster in style.

Meet Inge (pronounced Inga)
Though Arvid and Holly Sundbeck have been showing standard poodles for the past 15 years, this marks their first trip to the illustrious Westminster Dog Show. And they owe this landmark achievement to their glory hound, Inge.

As the No. 2 standard poodle in the nation in terms of breed points, Inge is used to being top dog. It's a fact that's not at all lost on owner Holly, who likes to joke about what a prima donna her dog has become.

"It's all about Inge, trust me," Sundbeck tells Paw Nation. "The world revolves around her. Don't get me wrong, she's very, very sweet. But she thinks all the toys are hers and that she allows the other dogs to play with them."

Cute Pet of the Day - February 09, 2011

by Paw Nation Staff (Subscribe to Paw Nation Staff's posts): Feb 9th 2011 @ 9:00AM Filed Under: Dogs, Cute Pet of the Day

Cute English cocker spaniel dog picture tp_abr, Flickr

Name: Leo

Location: Pune, India

Age: 2 years, 3 months

Dog Breed: English cocker spaniel

Favorite Toy: Rope -- he loves to fetch it.

Favorite Treat: Coconut -- his ears definitely perk up at the sight and smell of a coconut.

Likes: Going for long drives, cold places, getting dirty in the mud, being pampered, eating Choco Flakes with milk, ice cream and the list goes on.

Dislikes: Taking a bath, going to the vet, taking his medicines.

Weird Quirk: He loves to go for a drive and wants to always be seated in the front. He can identify when his owners are taking the house key or car key.

Fun Fact: It gets chilly in Pune, so early in the morning or before his owner goes to sleep, he loves to cuddle under the blanket. Also, when he has to run fast, he sometimes runs in place.

Congratulations to our submitter, tp_abr. If you'd like to submit your pet, upload your favorite pet photos to our Flickr pool!

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Handmade Cat Toys

Let's face it, cat toys are usually scattered all over the floor, so why not choose toys that both you and kitty can love. These toys are not only kitty favorites, but they're also beautiful little creations that will bring a smile to your face.

Dip Your Toes

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Lotus Cat Tower from The Refined Feline, $350
This elegant cat tower is perfect for the most stylish cats. The sweeping lines of the Lotus Cat Tower from The Refined Feline are sleek and modern, and the Lotus offers cats multiple levels for perching, and an enclosed cave at the bottom for catnaps.

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Wave Perches from Urban Pet Haus, Small $100, Large $150
Place these elegant climbing shelves anywhere to create your own customized climbing and perching wallscape. The Wave perches from Urban Pet Haus come in large and small, plus they have the perfect curved shape for lounging.

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Tall Modern Cat Condo from Modern Cat Designs, $250
This durable fabric-covered, two-story cat condo is not only sleek and modern, but cats can enjoy lounging on either level.

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Baobab Cat Tree from Square Cat Habitat, $285 in low-pressure laminate, $550 in bambooThis eco-friendly cat tree provides four branches for climbing and playing, plus a treetop for napping and observing. The Baobab is made from the finest eco-friendly materials. Choose from either 100-percent renewable bamboo plywood or low-pressure laminate over sustainable fiberboard. Great for the environment, and healthy for your cat!

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Catvantage Modular Cat Tree, $210
The Catvantage cat tree is designed to take up very little floor space by extending between the floor and ceiling with a unique, modular design that fits ceilings up to 10 feet. The pieces of the tree fit together to form a sturdy staircase leading to a large loft at the top.

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Stacking Cube Modern Cat Tree, $240
These stackable cubes are covered in cotton fabric in a very mod color combo. The modular pieces let you stack them however you like, and all the cubes nest in one another for easy storage.

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Eco-friendly Cat Tree from DKcat, $180-195
This beautiful, modern cat tower from DKcat is handmade using eco-friendly materials and reclaimed wood, perfect for eco-conscious cat owners. The bamboo plywood structure is formaldehyde-free, and the platforms are covered with low-VOC, recycled content carpet. The posts are made from reclaimed wood elegantly wrapped in natural sisal rope for scratching.

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Hollywood Franklin Cat Tree System, $63-95 plus pole and clamps
The Hollywood Franklin Tower is a unique combination of off-the-shelf modular structure and custom design. The tower is based on the IKEA Stolmen system, using the post and mounting fixtures. The Hollywood Franklin kits come with two different size platforms that attach to the post. You get the IKEA parts, then custom order the platforms to create the perfect climbing tower for your needs.

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Sky Climber from Whisker Studio, $400
Made of solid birch plywood finished with non-toxic water-based stain and clear lacquer, the Sky Climber's shelves and vertical scratchers (located above the first and second shelves) are covered with 100-percent natural woven sisal attached with non-toxic adhesive. The whole structure measures 72 inches tall by 23 inches wide by 18 inches deep. That's a lot of climbing room!

Moderncat: Climbing and Perching

Cat Clouds Cat Shelves from The Refined Feline, $100
These super-strong metal shelves give the impression that cats are floating on a cloud. The platforms are covered with soft pillows to make a comfortable perch for your cat, giving it a stylish climbing spot while saving floor space.

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