Puppy Paparazzi: Little Sleeping Baby on the T

It must be said that I didn't plan on this being my first "I'm baaaaack!!" post. I envisioned something epic, glorious... something that would catapult me back into the blogosphere with a bang. Certainly I wasn't imagining a somewhat blurry photo of a sleeping puppy that you can't even see the face of. But ah, *sigh* this is the way of the crappy broken camera. (Damn you, Fujifilm!!)

Either way, I want you all to understand the painfully adorable nature of this puppy, even though it's difficult to do through this image. She was literally a sleepy, crawly little thing and seemed content just napping on her dad's lap the entire T ride, completely unaware of the hordes of squealing women surrounding her owner to swoon over her cuteness. So, lucky man, here's to you. You have that puppy. And I'm back in the blogging game. Cheers.

Puppy Paparazzi: Bailey the Mix

I don't wanna say I left the best for last, because I really did love all those other pups I just posted about. But Bailey was one of the most beautiful dogs I've ever seen, and chill-ness radiated from every strand of soft, wolfy fur.

Bailey looked a lot like a fox or a miniature wolf from far away -- that's why I ran down Charles Street to catch this incredible blue-eyed beauty. I loved Bailey with all my heart and wish I could know the exact mix, although as of now it remains a mystery. I'm guessing some kind of husky, maybe Australian Shepherd as well. Soft, sweet, and lovably calm, Bailey was so cool that I wish I had gotten one of the siblings. And Lucy was in love too (notice how insanely cute she is in the first picture -- together they are disgustingly adorable).

To top all this awesomeness off, dad told me his wife loves The Boston Dog Blog, meaning Bailey's mommy is a fan. I was so flattered that you love the blog and happy that I captured your baby on film! Bailey's a celebrity now!

Puppy Paparazzi: Lucy the Scottish Terrier, Marty the Toy Poodle & Tupper the Miniature Labridoodle

TRIPLE THREAT!!! I'm gonna be honest. I only stopped this dog walker because of Lucy, the Scottish Terrier. But I ended up loving all three members of this awesome trio.

I've always loved Scottie dogs. I think it dates back to my obsession with Lady & the Tramp when I was a wee lass (had to throw in something classically Scottish there). But since my young love for that Disney film, my love for Scottish Terriers has blossomed into something more: they pretty much look like zambonis. They're like little street sweepers shuffling along the streets, accidentally cleaning the city with their massive beards.

I soon found out that it was fate that I met this particular Scottish Terrier, as I was babysitting Lucy at the time, and this lovely lady's name was also Lucy. They took quite a liking to each other.

But Lucy wasn't the only one. These three pooches complimented each other's personalities so perfectly. Marty was a spunky little Toy Poodle with, thank Dog, no Napoleon Complex. He was energetic but just happy to be a part of the team, really. Tupper, the first Miniature Labridoodle I've ever had the honor of running into, was excessively cute (why do they always have to be so fluffy and irresistible to pet and cuddle?) and suuuuuper excited to meet me. He was even more excited to be a celeb via Puppy Paparazzi, so it took him a minute to calm down enough to get his picture taken. But once he got that shot, he GOT that shot -- he's a model in the making. I just know it.

If you're ever lucky enough to run into these three on the streets of Boston, stop and chat -- it's worth being late to any appointment.

 

Puppy Paparazzi: Joey the Portuguese Water Dog

Fluffy dogs galore!! Joey (one of my favorite names I might add) was a wonderfully furry 6-year old Portuguese Water Dog bopping around Charles Street with his dad and grandma. He seemed content to meet me, and took kindly to Lucy (who I had with me). Neither was scared of the other. It was fantastic.

As my friend pointed out, in the third picture Joey looks like he's rocking out. I'm gonna go ahead and say there was some dog-pitched Rolling Stones playing in the background, and that Joey can't get no satisfaction.

     

Puppy Paparazzi: Gunny the Bull Terrier

 

I'm very embarrassed about two things, dear reader.

One: First and foremost, I haven't posted on The Boston Dog Blog in far too long. I'm aware, and I'm really, really sorry. Work has me all tied up and completely drained at the end of the day. I promise to make an effort to post more though! The Boston Dog Blog lives on!!

Two: These are horribly poor quality photos of Gunny, the unusually large Bull Terrier. I was drawn to Gunny (who I spotted right near MGH) because when I was in Paris my greatest joy was heading to the pet store along the Seine that had an adorbs baby Bull Terrier and holding him until the salespeople were literally glaring at me. I fell in love, and Gunny helped calm my withdrawal (after a few months this lovely, expensive baby boy must have been adopted because he was gone. Someone paid over 1000 euros for him!)

Anyway, Gunny was nice and huuuuuge for her breed. She had a good attitude and a chill demeanor to go along with that "life is good" smile.

Puppy Paparazzi: Duff the Bearded Collie

Ok, I'll admit it. I cheated.

I know this is The Boston Dog Blog. but I found Duff in Hampton, New Hampshire by the beach. He was so fluffy and fabulous that I had no choice but to capture his soul on film.

They say the eyes are the windows to the soul, and this is definitely true for Duff. My friends thought this bearded collie looked scary, but I had only two thoughts: love (warmly reciprocated by His Furriness) and the dragon from The Neverending Story, whose name turns out to be Falkor. Please be so kind as to comment if you see the resemblance so I don't feel crazy!!


              Duff the Bearded Collie                                                                     Falkor the Luckdragon

  

Puppy Paparazzi: Sushi the Lhasa Apso/Japanese Chin Mix & Sake the Japanese Chin

 

  

Oh, the glory. Pure and underbitten glory. Observe Sushi (the beautiful black and white fluff ball) and Sake, the handsome mahogany and white furball with long, regal locks. Sushi is a Lhasa Apso/Japanese Chin Mix and Sake is a purebred Japanese Chin.

If you haven't noticed by the header dog at the top of The Boston Dog Blog, I have a fervent affinity for traditionally "ugly" dogs. I think they're crazy totally and completely cute and want a dog with an underbite more than anything. I'm also a real sucker for huge, bulgy eyes. So it's really no surprise that when I spotted these two across the Boston Common I practically pranced over like Bambi on a sugar high to pet them.

What I found I was certainly not prepared for: Sushi is an extra-famous celeb dog, because she won Boston's Ugliest Dog six years ago!! Needless to say, I was breathless with excitement, and completely enamored with her magical snaggletoothed smile. Both dogs were very, very excited -- hence the mediocre-quality photos. They were so personable and happy to meet me, they were running around (I really wish I'd snapped a better portrait of Sushi's underbite). My camera screen is also STILL BROKEN. Don't go to Best Buy, you spend $140 on a camera and it breaks two days later... and they won't fix it.

But anyway. Back to the point. Love these pooches, love their names. My favorite food, my favorite type of canine dental arrangement.

Puppy Paparazzi: Frankie the Baby French Bulldog

  

 

  

GOOD NEWS!!! Even though I haven't posted in an obscenely long period of time (sorry -- I just started a new job and was in New Hampshire for a few days), here are photos of an adorable baby French bulldog named Frankie (above).

EVEN BETTER NEWS!!! Frankie is up for adoption. Because he's a purebred, there is a cost, but trust me, it's worth it. He is freaking adorable, friendly and likes to give kisses. He also makes the most silly and wuvable googly bulldog eyes I've ever seen on a puppy. If you're interested, please email me at bengalengs@gmail.com and I'll send you his foster mommy's contact information.

I met this little guy at Ritual Arts on Harvard Ave. in Allston, which by the way is a fantastic way to get your animal fix. Toni, the owner, is a true animal lover with a chihuahua and a ton of beautiful black cats who quite honestly may as well be canines. Love Bomb, the giant black fluffy male, loves puppies and likes to lick them when they come into the store to show his affection, and Audra is just so beautiful and chill that even strict "dog people" will fall for her gorgeous green gemstone eyes.

Puppy Paparazzi: Brooklyn the Beagle Mix

 

 

Ode to Brooklyn

Brooklyn. Oh, Brooklyn. Besides the fact that you almost share the same name as me, you are quite literally one of my favorite dogs ever. I only met you for about five minutes, but your sweet persona and avid interest in shmoozing with my friend and I made it love at first sight.

Not to mention your beautiful, beautiful eyes, like green pools of river water.

Ok, so I'm really getting into this ode thing. But a beagle mix? What an unlikely sweetheart. I knew they were nice dogs, but Brooklyn was really a winner. Check out Brookline for more preciously personable pooches like Brook-lyn, and glorious summer days under shady trees in the park. 

Puppy Paparazzi: Maggie the Wirehaired Fox Terrier -- Happy 4th of July!!

Maggie the Wirehaired Fox Terrier is my fourth of July pup. And what an appropriate holiday mascot she was. I met her on the Charles, on the docks while I was dipping my toes in the awesomely cool water. I felt like I was doing an aerobics class in hell all day, so just that one refreshing moment would have been enough. But on top of all that, I got to watch fireworks -- and meet Maggie.

Maggie was a pick-me-up all her own. I did literally (pick her up) and she didn't squirm. Instead she just seemed overjoyed at the vivacious spirit of the night and later wagged her tail while trotting the length of the docks. Her dad had to go retrieve her from a friend of mine who she had approached with vim and vigor and a serious tail wag, ready to kiss him all over his face.

My face was painted like a tiger on the 4th (everyone seemed so confused, but really, is it a crime to act like a four year old every once in a while and just pretend you're a safari animal? I think not), so it was pretty funny when Maggie's child owner told me I looked scary. Maggie apparently didn't seem to share the opinion, and we were mutually saddened (ok, maybe me a little more than her) when she had to hop on a boat and leave me all alone and dogless on a national holiday.

Puppy Paparazzi: Bonsai the Wheaton Terrier

Rarely have I seen a dog that provides such a spittin' image of an ewok. I'm not gonna lie, I pretty much just wanted to tackle Bonsai and snuggle him all day, even in the extreme Boston heat.

I'm pretty sure I've never revealed my all-time favorite breed before, so here it is: a Brussels-Griffon. I've only seen about six in real life. Anyway, they look like mini-ewoks, so this guy was slightly reminiscent. What a puff.

Puppy Paparazzi: Sunny & Skippy the Westies

Sunny and Skippy were two friendly westies in the Boston Commons catchin' some rays with their parents. I have to note what great style they have (my jack russell mix wears that red bone collar, but as a leash. What a classic pattern).

Both loves seemed happy to see me, but not ecstatic at the concept of my taking a photo. They were busy little snowballs ready to go chase ducks and trot along the river, and I loved watching their specifically westie-ish walk.