Posts tagged as: Violence

Do Ya Mind?

We’re tryin’ to get our play on. Go take some pictures of trees or sumpin’.


Jesse the Lab and Gordy the Bassett should get a room, Katie K.

All For One, One For All

[Note- this email came in late Monday* from CO reader Joely W. -Ed]

“Boston-area resident and long-long time CO fan here. We are all so affected by last week and not just here in Boston. From the horrific events of Monday to a scary lock-down on Friday to relief late Friday night when they finally caught him. We’re back on with our ‘regular’ lives today*.”

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“As I boarded the T this morning* with a seriously knotted stomach, I settled in to Facebook for a distraction. I saw this picture posted & started crying on the T and thought, “Yes! We are Boston! We are strong! I was so grateful for the puppies to make this message hit home for me. I had a real smile (and hope) for the first time in a week.”

Image from Peace and Paws Dog Rescue’s Facebook page.

THIS JUST IN: Comfort Dogs Headed To Boston

This MSN story says K-9 Parish Comfort Dogs are soon headed to Boston in the aftermath of the terrible bombing. Quoting the story, “The golden retrievers were brought to Newtown, Conn., to provide comfort to people of the community after the shootings. ‘Dogs are nonjudgmental. They are loving. They are accepting of anyone. It creates the atmosphere for people to share,’ said church president Tim Hetzner.”

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Photo from the K-9 Parish Comfort Dogs FB page.

Explosions At Boston Marathon

Multiple explosions have rocked today’s Boston Marathon, with at least three deaths and scores of injuries reported. CO offers condolences to those affected.

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Update: Here’s how you can help, and here’s where you can look for someone in the area that might have been affected, as well as some other helpful links.

Emotional Rescue

A team of therapy Golden Retrievers have arrived to comfort the kids of Newtown. Want to help those affected? Click here for a comprehensive list.

Me Sad

In the aftermath of yesterday’s senseless tragedy- everyone could use a hug today.

The Very Breast in Protection

Armed with caterwauling alarms, claws and surprise attacks, Rack Security Systems protect against intruders and marauders.

Now with optional purr mode to let you know all is swell.

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Via MSN, video by Ignoramusky.

In a World…

where the mundane is emphasized with dramatic music and slow mo, the meek are transformed into action heroes. This is one such action hero: Epic Neil.

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Starring Epic Neil, directed by Amanda and Mike, playing exclusively at Cute Overload (theaters can’t handle the cute).

A Joyous Version of David and Goliath

In this version, there are underdogs, overdogs, runningarounddogs and some mighty big paws.

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Iris S sends us this video of her Samoyed Sammy and their Chinese crested visitor, Nike.

You Are Going Down, Wibbley Wobbley!

I shall defeat you with bites, paw swipes, the always effective jump-n-twist and savage cuteness. Generations to come will tell their offspring of this fierce and epic battle.

THERE CAN BE ONLY ONE!

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Tugger was spotted on Buzzfeed