"A dog wags its tail with its heart." - Martin Buxbaum
Happy Thursday! Here's the scoop:
A well-deserved retirement party for the sweetest, smartest dog
An easy (and free!) enrichment activity to try with your pup this week
Have you heard of this unique, elegant breed?
Did you know?
This increasingly popular dog breed wasn't bred until 1989.
(scroll to the bottom to find the answer!)
Airport detection dog's retirement party
This black lab had a very important job: TTirado has worked for the TSA alongside his handler, Keith Gray, since 2012. When he retired, his human coworkers at the Indianapolis International Airport decided to throw him a special send off.
They placed a suitcase containing something to trigger TTirado’s “hit” response in the pup’s path. When TTirado sniffed the suitcase and dutifully sat down in front of it, dozens of tennis balls dropped from above, giving TTirado the thrill of his life.
Thankfully, this adorable moment was caught on video. Give it a watch and join us in wishing TTirado a very happy and relaxing retirement!
Video courtesy of Daily Paws. (Check out that wagging tail!)
Do(g)-It-Yourself
Looking for a new way to reward your pup? A towel treat rollup is a super fun toy for your dog, and it’s incredibly easy to make!
Make your own easy towel treat rollup toy:
What you’ll need: a small towel or blanket, and some treats.
Simply place some treats inside the towel and begin to roll.
Add more treats with each roll.
Allow your pup to unravel the towel and enjoy the treats!
Image courtesy of Proud Dog Mom.
Unique breed: Azawakh
One dog breed you may not have heard of is the Azawakh. Pronounced “oz-a-wok,” these medium-sized dogs are gentle, playful, and loyal.
They’re known for their elegant long legs and slender frame. Active, agile, and highly intelligent, Azawakhs make great running buddies and excel at dog sports.
An Azawakh tends to form a close bond with one human. If you’re thinking about adding an Azawakh to your family, you should know that these athletic dogs need plenty of space to run around. They thrive in warm and mostly dry climates. If you lead an active lifestyle, this just might be the dog breed for you!
Did you know?
Answer: the Goldendoodle!
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