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Sunday, May 10, 2015

Can You Spot an Adorable Border Collie Named Momo, in These Incredible Pictures Captured by Canadian Photographer Andrew Knapp?

They could be scenes from the beloved 'Where's Waldo?' children's books.

But instead of a man in a red-and-striped shirt and bobble hat, the hidden subject is an adorable border collie named Momo.

These incredible pictures were captured by Canadian photographer Andrew Knapp, who lives and works out of a VW camper van.

They feature his pet dog hidden in an array of settings, from Fremont Street in Las Vegas to Grand Central Terminal in New York.

Mr Knapp and Momo traveled to 25 U.S. states to capture the images, which are displayed in a new book, 'Find Momo: Coast To Coast'.

In the book, the photographer says Momo was an “ideal travel companion” who introduced him to “new adventures, new places, new ideas”.

“He stays close when it's cold, keeps watch when it's warm, and is completely at peace with a wrong turn or a breakdown,” he writes.

During their 15,000-mile trip, the pair traveled to Maine, New York, California, Washington D.C and Portland, as well as areas of Canada.

An Instagram page of Mr. Knapp's 'hide-and-seek photography' with Momo, set up a few years ago, now has more than 360,000 followers.

The duo are currently on a book tour in Wilton, Connecticut, on May 16, and Brooklyn, New York, on May 19. 

So, can you find Momo... ?

Can you find Momo? These incredible pictures were captured by Canadian photographer Andrew Knapp, who lives and works out of a VW camper van. They feature his pet dog, Momo, hidden in an array of settings, including Grand Central Terminal (pictured) in Manhattan, NYC.




Picturesque: Mr. Knapp and Momo traveled to 25 U.S. states to capture the images, which are displayed in a new book, 'Find Momo: Coast To Coast'. In the book, the photographer says Momo was an 'ideal travel companion'. Above, Momo hides in Lombard Street, San Francisco, CA.




Crowded: Momo 'stays close when it's cold, keeps watch when it's warm, and is completely at peace with a wrong turn or a breakdown,' Mr. Knapp writes in the book. Above, Momo is barely visible in the brightly-lit Fremont Street in Las Vegas, Nevada, which is packed with tourists.




Landmark: During their 15,000-mile trip, the pair traveled to Maine, New York, California and Portland, as well as areas of Canada (pictured).



New book: 'Find Momo: Coast To Coast' (pictured), which will be published by Quirk on May 12, is available to purchase from Waterstones.



'Hide-and-seek photography': An Instagram account of Mr. Knapp's 'hide-and-seek photography' with Momo, set up a few years ago, now has more than 360,000 followers. Above, Momo is seen hiding in a picture that shows tourists walking past The White House in Washington DC.




Stunning: The duo are currently on a book tour around America and Canada. Above, Momo poses in the Plains of San Agustin in New Mexico.




Above, the border collie hides in a picture showing Saint Louis Cathedral in New Orleans, Louisiana.



Everyday setting: The pictures, including this one in a Bard Coffee shop in Portland, Maine, could be scenes from a 'Where's Waldo?' book.



Best friends: Mr. Kanpp (seen, left, with Momo) is also an interface designer and illustrator. Right, Momo poses near the camera for a change.




'Find Momo: Coast To Coast' will be published by Quirk Books on May 12. It is available to purchase from www.Waterstones.com.

For more information, visit tour.GoFindMomo.com.

America’s Most Elite Dog: Enter the World of Military Dogs and Their Handlers (Video)

In this video, we get a backstage pass into the world of military dogs and their handlers, and what difficulties they must face together. From overseas in Afghanistan to the streets of America’s biggest cities, these working dogs serve our country with all of their heart.

it’s worth every minute of your time. Armed with an incredible sense of smell, combined with a work ethic that cannot be compared, these determined dogs have saved countless lives across the world.

Happy Mother's Day To All Pet Moms!

Happy Mother's Day To All Pet Moms!





Beagle That Once Weighed 85 Pounds is 23 Pounds Slimmer and Available for Adoption

Kale Chips, the once-obese beagle taken in by a Chicago animal rescue organization, was listed Thursday as being ready for adoption after losing 23 pounds.

"He's still quite overweight, but the difference in his body shape and energy level is amazing," Heather Owen, the executive director of One Tail at a Time, told NBC Chicago in a statement.

The pup weighed in at a whopping 85 pounds when he was transferred from Chicago Animal Care & Control to One Tail in early January. Since then, he was put in with a foster family who monitored his diet and gave him regular exercise.

Owen said Kale Chips could "barely walk 10 feet" at the start of his program but can now walk up to a half mile per day. The dog has lost 23 pounds since the start of his regimen and has about another 25 pounds to lose before he's within his ideal weight range.

The ideal forever home for Kale Chips would be one in the Chicago area where he can continue on his weight-loss program.

He gets along well with other dogs and cats, but would prefer no energetic children, One Tail said. Kale Chips has an "enthusiastic" bark and would do best in a single-family home with people who are home often to spend time with him.

Those interested in potentially adopting Kale Chips should contact One Tail at a Time .

The organization has posted photos and a video to Facebook documenting Kale Chips' transformation.
















Saturday, May 9, 2015

Wishing All Mothers A ‘Happy Mother’s Day!’


Wishing All Mothers, A 'Happy Mother's Day!'



Did You Know that the Fennec Fox is a Member of the Canine Family, and Can be Kept as a Pet?

The fennec fox, also known as the desert fox, is a beautiful, small member of the canine family. Fennec foxes can be kept as pets, although they are not very common. They are petite, save for their enormous ears. They behave much like dogs, but since they are not domesticated they do require careful socialization as well as precautions against escape. As always, before deciding on adopting one of these beautiful little animals, be sure you will legally be allowed to keep them where you live.

Fennec foxes have a mature weight of just 2 - 3.5 pounds, with a soft, thick, short coat that is off white on the underside and reddish or tawny on the back, with some black markings on the back and tail. They are very active, quick and agile, and have a high pitched yelp. These foxes are nocturnal in the wild although pet fennecs adapt somewhat to their owner's schedule. They are clean animals and can be litter trained, although owners have varied opinions on how easily.

In the wild, fennec foxes are omnivores, eating a diet of insects, rodents, plants, fruit, and reptiles. The ideal diet for pet fennec foxes would probably be a commercial wild canid diet (such as zoos would feed), but most owners will feed a mix of dog food, cat food, vegetables and fruit with good success. Some breeders will alternatively recommend a diet of raw meat, vegetables, and a vitamin mix.

Fennecs are very active and need an outlet for their energy. They are curious, and will get into anything and everything.

They are also known for their digging. Outdoor enclosures must be designed to prevent them from digging under or climbing over the fence, both of which they will do quite readily. Burying a significant portion of the fence and turning the fence in at the top (or completely covering the enclosure) should prevent escape. Some owners have taught them to fetch like dogs, and this makes a good outlet for their energy. If out of a secure yard, however, they must be leashed. They are extremely quick and if they run after something as they would in the wild they can be very difficult to recapture. As long as adequate shelter is provided they are fairly tolerant of both hot and cold weather. One of their favorite activities is basking in the sun.

Fennec foxes are quite similar to dogs, and hand raised pups are usually docile, only biting if feeling cornered or threatened. They can be trained to a leash and to come when called (still, they should always be leashed when out of the house/yard). They are also generally not afraid of strangers and are friendly to everyone. They may bother other pets in the household, if only because fennec foxes will want to play with them all the time.

Also be sure to have a veterinarian available who will treat fennec foxes. They are quite hardy animals, but will require vaccination against standard canine diseases and medical care similar to a dog.