Pabst Gets the Blue Ribbon

Ladies and Gentlemen, we have a new world's ugliest dog! His name is Pabst and he is a boxer mix. Frankly, I don't think he's that ugly. Especially when you compare him to the 2006 champ, Gus:

First Aid Event @ Pawsh

A huge "thank you" to Back Bay Vet's Dr. Beth Waisburd for speaking to us for over an hour tonight about a variety of helpful pet first aid tips. Over 35 Pawsh customers were in attendance and Balki was kind enough to let Dr. Waisburd demonstrate some first aid techniques on him. We learned about everything from heimlich maneuver to heat stroke to seizures.

Dr. Waisburd mentioned the articles on the Dr. Foster & Smith Website as a useful resource for learning about common pet health issues and remedies. But she stressed that first aid should be used only as a first response to an emergency and should always be followed up by a visit to your vet.

Calling All Thespian Greyhounds

Your greyhound could be famous! The Commonwealth Shakespeare Company is in search of greyhounds with acting chops to appear in The Comedy of Errors this summer.

One dog is needed each night and will be required to walk across the stage on a leash, accompanied by an actor. The Comedy of Errors will be performed July 31 to August 16 at the Parkman Bandstand on the Boston Common. Performances take place Tuesday through Saturday at 8 p.m. and Sunday at 7 p.m.

Interested greyhound owners should call 617-426-0863 or check THIS LINK for more information.