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Cute Things Falling Asleep

by Kristyn Pomranz (Subscribe to Kristyn Pomranz's posts): May 26th 2009 4:00PM Filed Under: Animal Sites We Love

Awake animals are cute. Asleep animals are even cuter. But awake animals who are struggling to stop from falling asleep are inarguably the cutest. Thankfully, the blog Cute Things Falling Asleep is here to fulfill your droopy-eyed quota. Watch everything from cats and dogs to hamsters and cockatiels slowly succumb to the Sandman right before your very eyes.

Note: This is not a site of already dormant dogs and conked-out cats. Says owner Nick Malis, "This blog is called Cute Things FALLING Asleep, not Cute Things Already Sleeping. The whole idea is to watch cute things fighting, and losing, the battle to stay awake." Duly noted.

Have a Beagle and Carry On

by Kristyn Pomranz (Subscribe to Kristyn Pomranz's posts): May 12th 2009 2:00PM Filed Under: Dogs, Animal Sites We Love

Photo: Have A Beagle and Carry On

We here at Paw Nation are no strangers to breed predilection, and clearly, neither are you. But no matter what breed you think is best, everyone has a soft spot for the beagle (just ask Charles Schulz and Jim Davis*).

The like-minded bloggers over at Have A Beagle and Carry On are dishin' out these doe-eyed doggies on a daily basis. As the name of the blog suggests, log on, decompress with a dose of beagle (seriously, we dare you to take one look at those freckled noses and floppy ears and not grin), then carry on, refreshed and zen-like.

With apologies to an old idiom: Apple a day out; beagle a day in!

[*Seriously -- who knew Odie was a beagle?!]

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The Daily Otter

by Kristyn Pomranz (Subscribe to Kristyn Pomranz's posts): May 5th 2009 4:00PM Filed Under: Exotic Pets, Animal Sites We Love

An otter's laughter is the best medicine. Photo: The Daily Otter

Our mom once told us that if it were legal to keep otters as pets, she would gladly give up her bathtub to serve as a faux "river" for her wet would-be friend. Alas, otter domestication is prohibited, so she'll have to settle for staring at pictures of these painfully cute creatures.

Enter the Daily Otter! Yes, the people who brought you the Daily Bunny have -- thankfully! -- dipped their toes into the oeuvre of otters. Whether you like 'em snuggling in the snow, lounging in a lake, or showing some of their characteristic affection, the Daily Otter's got you semi-aquatically covered.

Now you can finally unloop that video of otters holding hands.

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Miniature Dogs

Miniature Poodle
Miniature Poodles, like all Poodles, are excellent swimmers who originated as a water retrievers. All Poodles, Standard, Miniature and Toy are actually one breed, just different sizes. Miniature Poodles, who can be white, black, apricot or gray, are usually 15 inches or under, according to the American Kennel Club.

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Miniature Dogs

Miniature Dachshund
The Miniature Daschund, only 11 pounds or under, is not a separate classification of the Daschund -- it's just a smaller version of the Standard. The miniature dog, with its long bodies and strong sense of smell, are both hunters and lapdogs, according to the American Kennel Club.

Miniature Dogs

Miniature Schnauzer
The Miniature Schnauzer is of German descent and was originally bred to be a small farm dog. The most popular of the three Schnauzer breeds, the Miniature Schnauzer is a attentive, lively and a favorite among celebrities like Mary Tyler Moore and Bill Cosby. The strongly built miniature dog is between 12 to 14 inches, according to the American Kennel Club.

Miniature Dogs

Miniature Bull Terrier
Just like the playful Bull Terrier, the Miniature Bull Terrier, who originated in England, has a similar personality. Don't let its size fool you – the Miniature Bull Terrier is strong, energetic and audacious. Miniature Bull Terriers are between 10 to 15 inches and can be solid white or colored, according to the American Kennel Club.

Miniature Dogs

Miniature American Eskimo Dog
The American Eskimo Dog is one of three separate categories of the American Eskimo Dog. Between 12 to 15 inches, the bright white dog is loving, protecting and sociable. Now a great companion dog, the miniature dog was once a circus dog, according to the American Kennel Club.

Miniature Dogs

Miniature Pinscher
Also known as the "Min Pin," the Miniature Pinscher is a German Breed whose ancestry includes the Daschund, Italian Greyhound and the shorthaired German Pinscher. The quick, curious dog is the perfect apartment dog. Despite its small size, the compact pooch makes a wonderful watchdog. The spirited miniature dog, about 10 inches to 12 1/2 inches, can be red, black, or chocolate with tan, according to the American Kennel Club.

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