Sadie & Sydney

Cruise Lines Cunard expands "Pets on Deck"

Cunard Line, operator of the Queen Mary 2, says it's enhancing its ''Pets on Deck'' program to appeal to a growing number of people who prefer to travel with their dogs and cats.
Under the program, pets get fresh-baked biscuits at turn-down, a choice of bed and blankets, and a coat with the Queen Mary 2 logo. Additionally, gift packs include a Frisbee, food dish and scoop, a portrait, and a personalized cruise card.

Sydney and Sadie Say: Mom our bags are packed, when do we depart?

Posted by Tammy at 03:57 PM | Permalink

SADIE'S PIC OF THE DAY

Sadie Says: I love this picture from Cute Overload. I like it for the colors and the aesthetic beauty of the shot. No, I really do. Just like my mom Tammy, I love cuteness. We all need it with the world we live in. Why are you looking at me like that? What other reason would I have for staring at this lovely picture? No, I'm not salivating! What is that supposed to mean? No, I'm not a vegetarian. Hey! Stop that now. I would never, ever, think Big Cat thoughts about a cute little...tiny...little...chubby...juicy...tasty....morsel...Hey! Look what you made me do!

Posted by Tammy at 03:33 PM | Permalink

Sydney here. I wonder if this is true. Somehow, though, I have a feeling (doggies get those) that this may be what Tammy calls a "joke." Hmmm.

The Following Breeds Are Now Recognized By The AKC:

1.
Collie + Lhasa Apso
Collapso, a dog that folds up for easy transport

2.
Spitz + Chow Chow
Spitz-Chow, a dog that throws up a lot

3.
Pointer + Setter
Poinsetter, a traditional Christmas pet

4.
Great Pyrenees + Dachshund
Pyradachs, a puzzling breed

5.
Pekingnese + Lhasa Apso
Peekasso, an abstract dog

6.
Irish Water Spaniel + English Springer Spaniel
Irish Springer, a dog fresh and clean as a whistle

7.
Labrador Retriever + Curly Coated Retriever
Lab Coat Retriever, the choice of research scientists

8.
Newfoundland + Basset Hound
Newfound Asset Hound, a dog for financial advisors

9.
Terrier + Bulldog
Terribull, a dog that makes awful mistakes

10.
Bloodhound + Labrador
Blabador, a dog that barks incessantly

11.
Malamute + Pointer
Moot Point, owned by....oh, well, it doesn't matter anyway

12.
Collie + Malamute
Commute, a dog that travels to work

13.
Deerhound + Terrier
Derriere, a dog that's true to the end

14.
Bull Terrier + Shitzu
Oh, never mind....

I think I may have met this last breed at the dog park. He barked at me and then grabbed my neck. Yep, for sure that last breed.

Posted by Tammy at 10:35 PM | Permalink

Greetings to Sadie and Sydney!

This babe is Bitsy Driussi who heads up the Official Sadie/Sydney Fan Club in the San Diego area. In addition, she is the self-appointed director of operations at the home she shares with her owner/companion and siblings Ritchie and Tommy. Bitsy was adopted at the age of 6 months and will be celebrating her 20th birthday this year! She runs the house like there's no tomorrow supervising down to the tiniest detail... she doesn't miss a lick!

In this shot, she's taken over shipping duties to ensure quality control... and is to be commended and admired for her dedication, energy and tireless efforts in this regard. She is best known for being a "self-starter" and having the ability to work without supervision... sigh!

All the best!
Alessandria

Sadie says: Wow, our Fan Club president! My sister and I are honored. Maybe it's time to start the Annual Felix Awards for Outstanding Cat of the Year! I'll discuss it with Syd :)

Posted by Tammy at 09:07 PM | Permalink

Tammy - I'm a 31 year police veteran and can't get enough of your show. You put it all where it belongs.

I've attached a photo of Tina the Wonder Dog and my grandson, Jake, who were locked into the living room so they wouldn't get into trouble. I saw them standing there and ran for a camera. Remarkably they were still in place when I came back. This is my absolute favorite picture of all time.

Keep it up!
Your fan,
Bob
Arizona

Sydney says: Don't worry Tina and Jake, you'll outgrow that fence very soon just like me. : )

Posted by Tammy at 07:41 PM | Permalink

One Fat Cat!

In China, one family is sharing their home with what is being described as a feline monster. Weighing in at 33-pounds, the nine-year-old house cat is living the life. The owners say despite measuring its weight, the fat cat is actually in good health. However, he is does need help getting around. The cat's owner helps him climb into bed and even wraps the cat in his very own blanket and pillow. Veterinarians warn that obese animals are susceptible to a rage of illnesses, including kidney trouble and diabetes.

Sadie says: Who have I seen on Capitol Hill that shares a resemblance to my furry friend?

Posted by Tammy at 04:23 PM | Permalink

Uh, duh.

CANBERRA (Reuters) - A tiger's roar might be scary, but Australian researchers have found that the predator's poo is just as potent. Researchers at the University of Queensland said Friday they had successfully tested a tiger poo repellant, warding off wild goats for at least three days.

"Goats wouldn't have seen a tiger from an evolutionary point of view for at least 15 generations but they recognize the smell of the predator," repellent creator Peter Murray said in a statement.

Posted by Tammy at 11:54 PM | Permalink

And we're turning into fans of our readers! Every day we get more letters and pictures from our buddies out there in the real world to share in cyberspace. Syd and I thought we lived exciting lives, but all of you have great stories and human companions.

We are humbled as we get to know you.

We started this page as our news and blog page, and now it's also like a friends and family scrapbook. So please keep on sending in your pics and stories to tammyblog@yahoo.com. Our mom Tammy has shown us the map of where the Tammy Blog readers live--and they're all over the world! So as Tammy talks human stuff and human news with her readers, we're proud to be a news and blog page for the animals all over the planet.

Now, Syd and I must rest. I don't think either of us took a nap today. Well, at least we've been awake for a whole hour nonstop. I got a babyfood snack earlier and Syd got a new chewie (she loves those!). We'll now look for some news worthy of the blog, and then we'll go to sleep, ready for another day of Squirrel Patrol, Window Perch Sitting, Bird watching, barking, purring, eating and sleeping.

It's gonna be a busy Sunday!

Posted by Tammy at 11:31 PM | Permalink

This is Pekinese Pete. When I'm not traveling with my mistress in my special seat on the bike, I spend my time listening to the Tammy Bruce Show and dreaming of hitting Route 66. I now live in the Live Free or Die State of New Hampshire but traveling on the road and being the center of attention are my favorite activities. I really enjoy Sadie and Syndey and all their antics and send them a special woof, woof. I love the show and maybe some day I'll meet Tammy, Sadie and Syndey on the road.

Pekinese Pete

Sadie and Sydney Say: Cool! We are very impressed. We never thought we'd have a friend who has a motorcycle. Thanks for saying hi. Syd says Woof! back.

Posted by Tammy at 08:52 PM | Permalink

Tova was brought to me, after being found in a mall, in September 1999. She was skin and bones and had obviously been hit by a car some months before and was left to fend for herself. I took her to a vet the next day, and he told me that her left femur bone had been broken and had healed abnormally. A surgical specialist for animals operated on her, putting a prosthesis in her femur and a pin in her knee. Two months later, she was running like the wind.

She is a wonderful little girl (a Queensland Healer), and is seven years old now. She received a "good canine citizen" certificate about four months after I got her. I thank God for sending her to me so that I could give her a new life.

A steady listener,

Renee

Sydney and Sadie Say: Thank you Renee for introducing Tova to us. She is obviously a brave and courageous dog. It's an honor to know you both. And Next time Syd complains about having to go out in the rain or not having a fresh chewie, or having to get a bath, or not getting all the attention I'll remind her of Tova's bravery and patience. She's a good role model for my little sister.

Posted by Tammy at 08:40 PM | Permalink

Hi Guys,

Sorry, but the propaganda from the mainstream media makes me wince. I wish I could get my paws on them! And just so you know, it's either solitaire here at our house or Tammy Blog!

Your Pal

Oh! A Secret Pal! We like that!

Posted by Tammy at 11:06 AM | Permalink

Hi Sydney and Sadie,

My Name is Ridley, I am a 2 year old male Akita living in the Hamptons on Long Island. It's kind of hard being a conservative dog in this bastion of Hollywood style decadence and depravity, especially in the summer. I enjoy listening to the whole show every day and especially like the animal segments and look forward to more in the future. It's really up to moderates and conservatives to intelligently practice the stewardship of our wild friends. The left-wing lunatics like PETA, ELF and ALF have done far more harm than help.

Sniff ya soon,

Ridley

Sadie and Sydney Say: Nice to know ya Ridley! And now you know, you're not alone. While being conservative can be very difficult these days, the best we can do is give our humans comfort and loyalty. Even if we do have to live in a Blue State of even just a Blue Square.

Posted by Tammy at 05:39 PM | Permalink

My name is Moe. My aunt Michelle is sending this picture to you because she thought I would like Sadie and Sydney. I'm sure she's right too. Please give both of them my love.

Love,

Moe

Sadie and Sydney Say: And we send our love right back! Purrrrrr.... (and Woof!)

Posted by Tammy at 05:30 PM | Permalink

Vivi, a brown-and-white whippet who an Award of Merit at the Westminster Dog Show escaped her kennel at New York's JFK Airport and has gone missing.

A search is on for the whippet, and while it has been off for the night, officers in the area will continue to look. Remember it's cold out there and, well, apparently Vivi doesn't like being cold. Send out good vibes that they find her soon.

Show dog goes missing at JFK airport

NEW YORK -- A dog that won an award at the Westminster Kennel Club show this week escaped from its cage at John F. Kennedy International Airport, setting off a search.

The whippet broke free at about noon Wednesday, said Tiffany Townsend, a spokeswoman for the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, which runs area airports. Port Authority police were working with its owners to search the area where planes arrive and depart, she said. The airport, in Queens, covers more than 4,900 acres.

Owner Jil Walton told the Daily News that she feared for the dog's life. Vivi, a brown-and-white whippet, was headed to California after the nation's most prestigious dog show. "When it's cold she's not happy," Walton told the newspaper. "She's a skinny little thing and I don't know if she'll make it. That's what's killing me."

Related Links:

Westminster Kennel Club

Fox News Coverage

Posted by Tammy at 03:02 PM | Permalink

Tangled Whale Freed Off Hawaiian Island

LANAI CITY, Hawaii - A 40-foot humpback whale wiggled off into the deep without a look back after ocean researchers and volunteers freed it from a tangle of abandoned fishing lines and other debris, possibly saving its life...

The rescue on Monday, using poles to untangle fishing lines and debris, occurred in waters off the island of Lanai, about 60 miles southeast of Honolulu, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA).

The whale was tangled up in four different kinds of rope and three buoys. It was first spotted near the Big Island on Feb. 9 and then swam into rough waters, delaying the rescue.

Posted by Tammy at 08:54 PM | Permalink

JERUSALEM (Reuters) - A rare public appeal went out on Wednesday to Israeli pet owners to bring their dogs to donate blood to help save more than a dozen canines poisoned by toxic American pet food.

Approximately 23 dogs have died in Israel in recent weeks from liver failure after eating Nutra Nuggets, manufactured by the U.S.-based Diamond Pet Food company. Veterinarians say at least another 17 pets have been poisoned and that only a handful was expected to survive.

At the Beit Dagan Animal Science Institute, where 14 dogs are being treated for poisoning, veterinarians said dozens of people had brought in their pets to give blood after they made their appeal on Israeli television, radio and newspapers.

Posted by Tammy at 08:46 PM | Permalink

Thank you so much for responding to our call for pictures of our readers. Syd and I were pleased as punch to hear from Sweet Georgie, the talking Cockatiel, and Micah Magoo from Massachusetts. Both Syd and I have an instinct to go after birds, but if we ever meet Sweet Georgie we would be pals. And Syd sends a special "Woof!" for Micah Magoo.

We always want to hear from our fans and would love to post your photos. Please send your pics and messages for the Sadie & Sydney blog readers to tammyblog@yahoo.com.

Posted by Tammy at 06:51 PM | Permalink

Sydney says: Good kitty...good, good, kitty....Sadie sometimes looks exactly like this especially when she's chasing me.

Posted by Tammy at 05:51 PM | Permalink

SADIE'S PIC OF THE DAY

A cat plays with an icicle in Budapest, on Thursday, Feb. 9, 2006, after temperatures dropped and heavy snowfall hit the Hungarian capital and many parts of the country overnight Thursday. The layer of snow piled up to 15 to 20 centimeters. (AP Photo/MTI, Imre Foeldi)

Sadie Says: Whatever you do my feline friend, don't put your tongue on the pipe!!

Posted by Tammy at 09:37 PM | Permalink

The Dream Team

Sadie here. Sydney and I can't believe it--we have received our first photo from fans--Daisy and GiGi, also known as "The Dream Team." We are thrilled to hear from our readers! And even though I am a cat, I am honored that two such neat dogs have sent us such a nice photograph, and Sydney is your forever buddy.

We never thought that some of you would be inclined to send in photos, but we would love to see more of who you are. I myself am a little camera shy. Sydney is a camera hog, but that's okay, she's still a pup. Perhaps if we get more pics from fans it will inspire me to allow Tammy to take more pictures of Yours Truly.

Until then, thanks again Daisy and GiGi, and we have forwarded the letter from your Dad to our mom Tammy.

Posted by Tammy at 12:49 AM | Permalink

BERLIN (AFP) - Six gay penguins at a German zoo are still refusing to mate with females of the species flown in from Sweden in 2005, the zoo said. The problem was that the female Humboldt penguins have proven too shy in their advances, the director of the zoo in the northern port city of Bremerhaven said. "The Swedes will not make the first move," Heike Kueck said.

The females were flown in last year in a bid to bring the males to mate and help save the Humboldt species from extinction. Kueck said last year she was optimistic the initiative would be successful because zoo keepers had noticed that at one point a female penguin had managed to cause a couple of males to "separate".

Sadie and Sydney ask: Were they born this way or did they choose?

Posted by Tammy at 08:04 PM | Permalink

Austria - Wolfgang Treitler, from Graz, says his 22-year-old Dachshund, General Edi, has been munching his way through 10 cigarettes a day for years.

Treitler said: "His old owner abandoned him and so we took him in 17 years ago, and noticed straight away that he was in the habit of eating cigarettes.

LONDON (Reuters) - Frozen squirrels, angry wasps and obstructive potatoes were among some of the reasons given by motorists to support their insurance claims, Norwich Union said on Monday. Freak incidents involving animals top the list when it comes to bizarre claims, closely followed by those involving food.

The squirrel motorist said the frozen animal had fallen out of a tree and crashed through the windscreen while another driver blamed a wasp sting on the leg for a sudden surge in acceleration and a shunt with the car in front.

Posted by Tammy at 08:02 PM | Permalink

BURLINGTON, Vt. - The University of Vermont is offering a reward for the return of its missing cat. The catamount that is, the 200-pound, nine-foot by seven foot aluminum snarling mascot that is jumping through an oversized V.

"It's probably a college student prank," said Sign-A-Rama owner Bob Diaco. "It's either that or somebody who wanted it for the value of the metal. Hopefully, it will show up in the next few days."

UVM officials hope to give the cat a makeover and display it on Patrick Gymnasium.

Posted by Tammy at 04:31 PM | Permalink

BUCHAREST (Reuters) - Former French film star turned animal rights activist Brigitte Bardot slammed Romania on Saturday for culling stray dogs after a Japanese man was bitten to death in Bucharest. The capital's mayor Adriean Videanu announced immediately after the incident last Sunday that the time stray dogs could be kept in shelters before being put down would be shortened.

"When I think that the only way that has been found is to kill them, I tell you it's not nice what your government is doing," Bardot told Radio France Internationale Romania...

Posted by Tammy at 04:27 PM | Permalink