Posts By Shir Genish

7 products to cool a dog

July 25, 2012, Shir Genish, No Comment

Dogs can’t operate air conditioners, and don’t keep cold beers in the fridge. Fortunately, they have humans to help keep their temperatures down.

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The next frontier of interspecies communication? Skype

May 11, 2012, Shir Genish, No Comment

Dog owners are now using Skype to check up on their pups throughout the day. They’re not the best conversationalists, but cute head tilts abound.

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Pet racism: The sad fate of black dogs in the shelter system

May 11, 2012, Shir Genish, 1 Comment

Each year, countless dark haired dogs go unadopted. It’s called Black Dog Syndrome.This month, The Best Friends Animal Society is trying to change this.

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How do you find a good dog walker in NYC?

May 8, 2012, Shir Genish, 2 Comments

Get to know some NYC dog walking companies: Swifto, Puptopia, Petaholics, and Running Paws.

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5 recycled accessories for eco-conscious dogs

April 17, 2012, Shir Genish, No Comment

We love our dogs, we love our planet. The result? A burgeoning market for eco-friendly pet items. Used yoga mats and trashed water bottles are now going to the dogs.

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In Darling Companion, Diane Keaton and Kevin Kline tackle with dog adoption and loss

April 17, 2012, Shir Genish, 1 Comment

Darling Companion, a new film by the writer behind Return of the Jedi and The Bodyguard, deals with the subject of animal rescue and pet loss.

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Turn your iPhone into a pet

April 16, 2012, Shir Genish, No Comment

If you’ve been looking for a new way to take advantage of your iPhone’s endless capabilities and you’re interested in getting a dog, look no further than “Smart Pet” from Bandai.

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Remembering the Titanic’s dogs a century later

April 11, 2012, Shir Genish, No Comment

Aboard the Titanic, a kennel housed a dozen dogs. Some lived, some died, and one was labeled a hero.

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