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See also: How to take awesome pictures of your pets

A very informative Marketplace episode on what goes on behind the scenes at pet stores that sell dogs. Of course, I recommend checking Petfinder.com FIRST, since that’s how I found my sweet Ruby. There are so many amazing pets available for adoption. Many of them are pure breeds that were given up by their previous owners for reasons not pertaining to the dog or its behaviour. I cannot believe anyone would have given up my sweet Ruby, she’s the perfect dog! And it’s sad to think that there is a chance that some of them will be put down if they can’t find a home. So please, consider adopting instead of buying. Watch the entire episode online.

Speaking of the White House, Obama has apparently narrowed his choice to two breeds: Labradoodle and Portuguese Water Dog. Now, I used to run a pet business and since these are very trendy breeds I have a bit of experience with them and I just have two words to say about it – HIGH STRUNG or alternatively GOOD LUCK. No, I’m not bitter because they aren’t choosing a Boston Terrier, I just know from experience that these two breeds can be a handful. Luckily the Obamas can afford the best trainers… they may need it. The other disappointing thing about it is that they are not going to find either of these breeds at a shelter or rescue group.

But what I really wanted to show you was this cute video: