6 crazy things to do with your dog

Yes, there are a number of websites that feature doggie horoscopes. Some are quite funny, like Astrology Weekly's "The 12 Dogs of the Zodiac." These include:

• Leader of the Pack
• The Strong And Silent Type
• The Boss-Dog... and more.

At this site for dog horoscopes, I checked my little Yorkie's predictions, and they were quite accurate:

"The Sagittarius dog is the type of dog that probably gave her owner more than a good share of headaches as a puppy, what with her boundless and nervous energy that borders on the hysterical."

There are other good sites too - just search 'dog horoscopes' and have fun.

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Dogs - mystical guardian spirits!

Dhink your dog has lots of talent? Then you might want to look into getting her cast in a TV commercial, video, or even a movie. There's also print and internet advertising, packaging and billboards -- and they all cute dogs to enhance their message and add emotional appeal.

So what does it take for your dog to be a star? Talent agency Hollywood Paws says:

• cute looks
• very good obedience
• must know a LOT of tricks and commands
• strong commitment from you, the owner

Just like with human actors, the first step is to get professional photos taken and then submit them, along with details about your budding star, and send this out to dog handlers, animal wranglers and animal talent agencies.

Also keep your eyes open for open casting calls where you could attend with your dog; get her to perform some of her tricks, and your dog just might be the next Lassie.

10 Best Movies starring Dogs


Air Bud: World Pup Special Edition DVD
Air Bud (Special Edition)
Air Bud - Golden Receiver

Beverly Hills Chihuahua
Beverly Hills Chihuahua 2
Alpha and Omega
Hotel for Dogs (Widescreen Edition)
Marley and Me (Single-Disc Edition)
Homeward Bound - The Incredible Journey
The Adventures of Milo and Otis

Rex the ring-bearer?

It's not that crazy these days to include your dog or even your cat, in your wedding ceremony.

From observer to active participant, dogs are getting their share of wedding invitations. As long as your dog obeys commands well, and isn't flustered by lots of people and noise, why not!

In a recent survey by Modern Dog, 18% of pet owners surveyed said that already have, or would include their dogs in the ceremony itself.

Be sure to confirm that your location will allow animals; most churches for example will not. Decide if you'll use a leash or not, then do some practice entry/exits in the actual building. For the traditional satin-pillow-holding-the-rings, simply sew a cushion on a dog harness (not a collar, it will slip down). Then securely fasten the rings (use fakes) and your dog's ready to go!

More tips from Modern Dog on including your pooch in the wedding.

Woof weddings became popular after Pamela Anderson, formerly of Baywatch fame, hosted a ceremony for her Golden Retriever 'Star' and her Chihuahua 'Luca' on the beach in Malibu California.

Now many designers offer wedding outfits and accessories for canines. The ceremonies don't come cheap though; Doggie I Do's, a Canadian company that coordinates "puptials" "for mutts in love," offers basic wedding packages for 25 guests starting around $4000. Wiskers Weddings can plan a wedding for anywhere between $400 and $10,000.

No word yet on Doggie Divorce.. but it can't be far behind.

It's a lot more fun to plan things with a dog that's well trained, obedient and easy to manage.

That's the way all our dogs should be.
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If you are like most people, you are extremely busy. Some days, there just doesn't seem like enough hours to take care of yourself, let alone a dog! But, the time that you spend training your dog will reward you and your relationship for many, many years to come.

There are five main benefits of training:

1. It builds a relationship.
2. It corrects behavioral problems.
3. It stimulates intellect.
4. It encourages inclusion.
5. It saves time.

Pick a theme and carry it through from the invitations, to costumes, snacks and of course, the cake! (recipe below)

You could go with Luau, Wild Wild West or feature any of the popular Disney characters.

Get matching paper plates and napkins for the table, and little loot bags for guests. One cute idea I read was to get children's plastic pails, and fill them with the loot (just keep them off the ground until it's time to go!)

And make sure your camera's ready.

Dog's Favourite Birthday Cake

1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup soft butter
1/2 cup corn oil
1 jar baby food, meat, beef, strained
4 eggs
2 to 3 strips beef jerky

Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Grease and flour an 8x5x3 inch loaf pan. Cream butter until smooth. Add corn oil, baby food, and eggs. Mix until smooth.
Mix dry ingredients into beef mixture until batter is smooth. Crumble beef jerky and fold into batter. Pour batter into loaf pan. Bake 1 hour and 10 minutes and then cool on wire rack for 15 minutes. Ice with plain yogurt or cottage cheese.
Store uneaten cake in refrigerator.

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Well, you can't really do this from a practical point of view, although one professional scuba diver, Russian Sergey Gorbunov, rigged up underwater breath for his Dachshund Boniface.

"He'd get nervous when I would go into the water," says Gorbunov. That's when got the idea of teaching scuba diving to the dog.

At first Boniface tried to get out of his helmet, but as time passed he started enjoying the lessons, according to Gorbunov, even growing accustomed to his specially designed little wet suit and helmet.

Now, he loves to go diving according to friends and family.