I realized this week that it’s almost the one year anniversary of I Still Want More Puppies. With that in mind, I thought I’d spend the week sharing some of my favorite posts from the past year. This post originally appeared on September 17, 2010 (one of the many No Frown Friday installments). An interesting update related to item #2 below – Yale now has a therapy pup on staff after all. Guess I was just ahead of the curve. Hope you enjoy!
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It’s September… which means school is back in session. I haven’t been a student in quite some time. Neither has Ms. Bella. She did take one obedience course… seven years later, she does sit when asked (most of the time).
If you haven’t already guessed, the topic of today’s No Frown Friday is… school! Let’s hit the books:
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This week’s punny pet names are based on some famous names that chose the School of Life instead of a college degree: Drew Hairymore, Nose-Anne Barr, Roarin’ Beatty, and J.K. Howling.
- During college, I often found myself suffering from doggie withdrawal. Earlier this week, I read that Yale Law School had recognized this epidemic, and offered a solution: if you needed a boost, you could check out Monty the pup for a 30 minute play date. The circulation listing quoted in that post is so cute it’s out of control. (A sample… “Subjects: Dogs in libraries; Stress reliever for law students.”) It turns out that Monty might not have been available, but that’s okay. A girl can dream. I would have owed so much in overdue dog fees.
- Who needs obedience school? This “” has a college degree!
- You may (or may not) remember those great literary punny pet names I shared back in June. In any event, there’s a second installment – quite a treat! (Be sure to take the pun-filled quiz… I’m still giggling about Captain A. Lab.)
Reactions: (1) I would have been so much better at science if it was taught by puppies. (2) I would like to open a school where all lessons are taught with the help of puppies. (3) I’ve already got a foolproof plan for the drama program.
Speaking of smarty pants pups, sometimes well-educated service dogs school others in the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you want to learn more about the valedictorians of the doggie world – those amazingly smart service dogs – check out Canine Companions for Independence. CCI spoke at Blog Paws West last weekend, and by all accounts it was amazing!
One year is awesome! I haven't known you long, so I'll be looking forward to a blast from your past. 🙂
Happy Blogiversary! BOL, good thing they don't teach school with puppies or Mama would be screwed. She'd spend all her time snuggling and no time learning.
Happy almost one year anniv! I actually remember this post and those cute goldens, so I've been along on the ride with you for a long time!
Happy Blogoversery to you! And this remembrance post is a great idea:-)!
Great post! Does it feel like a whole year has passed?
I love that video and your reactions to it. I would've also been a far better student if puppies were teaching.
Although I haven't known you the whole year through, I'm really glad I signed on – you always bring a smile to my face and keep the positivity flowing. Hugs!
Happy Blogoversary to you!!! Fur flies when you're having fun!!!
I love this post, especially the video. I'll look forward to the others. Happy almost blogiversary!
Thanks, guys!
Kolchak Puggle – good point. The curriculum would have to include built-in snuggle time.
Peggy – you're one of the long-time readers… I'm glad you stuck around! 🙂
Just stopped by to visit — congrats on one year!
Woofs & hugs,
~Bailey
That video is probably the cutest thing I've ever seen. My grad degree is in science, but I hated science when I was younger. If I would've seen that years ago, it may have made this road a lot easier! Thanks for sharing! 🙂 I think I'm going to keep that in my archives in case I ever go into teaching! 🙂 🙂
Erin, I know what you mean! I was never a science person, but maybe I would have been if I'd seen this video.
I'm new to your blog, so forgive me for going backward and devouring it all! Yes, I agree with you about the video — wish they'd have been so creative when I was in my formative years in school. I'd have liked science a lot more if dogs could have taught me! 🙂
Devour away, Laurie! 🙂