July 11th, 2011 by Brian
After a non-stop string of daytime temps in the high eighties, it’s clear that we’ve hit the dog days of Summer. Those of you who’ve been keeping up with us for a while know that, much like a chef planning a menu at a Park Slope restaurant, we keep our masthead seasonal. And now it’s time for the debut of our Summer 2011 Masthead! Woo hoo! (In case you missed them, here’s Spring 2011 and Winter 2010).
Here’s how the photo shoot went down:
This time we came armed with plenty of tastey potato & venison morsels to ensure Sid would hold his poses. We made it plain and simple for him: If there was trick, there would be treat.
He was skeptical about this agreement as unfulfilled promises of treats at the Spring masthead photoshoot left a sour taste in his mouth – well, um, actually make that no taste. We also had some problems getting the exposure right. Determined to get our shot, we thought that perhaps a new location might perk the little guy up and provide us with better lighting conditions.
“OK, buddy, we know you’ve got places to go and pugs to see, but can you give us a little less ‘tude and a little more cute & cuddly?” I think he was also tapping into his sass reserve that was left over from Flap-Flip Friday.
“There we go! That’s more like it. We know you had it in you.” OK, yes, we only got the adorable smile because we offered him double treats.
“That’s a keeper! Good work, Sid!” Triple-treats got us a coveted smile-with-full-tongue-exposure. He may have a high compensation requirement, but Sid sure can deliver.
July 8th, 2011 by Jenn
Sadly there’s no tooth exposure, but this is still a fantastically bratty flap-flip from our buddy Sid. Well done, good sir. Well done.
July 7th, 2011 by Brian
It’s just too hot to be outside today – especially if you’re a pug. We’re trying to stay inside as much as possible today. Sid has set up camp in front of the A/C.
July 6th, 2011 by Jenn
Sid was worried he’d be the only neighborhood pug at Prospect Park on July 4th.
But, when we arrived at the Long Meadow for off-leash hours, there were already six – SIX! – pugs running around like maniacs in celebration of our nation’s independence.
Eddie was there, leading the pack…
And Winston made his official off-leash hours debut!
The lovely Lola couldn’t get enough of Winston’s puppy energy…
And Sid’s friend Bruno brought along a new buddy…meet Pugsley!
If patriotism were measured in licks, snorts, and circular high-speed chases, these pugs would be right up there with Jefferson, Washington, and Franklin.
Get this pug’s face on a dollar bill, stat!
July 4th, 2011 by Jenn
According to Sid, today is that special day of the year during which we pug-loving humans say “what would we do without you, pug?” and then shower our flat-faced buddies with lots of special treats.
It’s also the fourth of July! So, once you’re done celebrating your dependence on pugs, be sure to eat some baked beans and catch some fireworks in honor our nation’s independence! Huzzah!
June 29th, 2011 by Brian
Even though Sid has two beds of his own (we humans only have one), neither of them is his favorite spot. Instead he always seeks out the stray sweatshirt, or pair of pants left on the floor and plops down right on top. Or, in this case, he finds the pile of dirty clothes on the bed and immerses himself inside.
I think he’d prefer if we chucked out his actual beds and let him sleep in the hamper.
