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Dear Dr. Mutt,

I'd like to know who is responsible for naming us canines. If I'm a TOY poodle, doesn't mean that people are supposed to PLAY with me? Well, let me tell you, nobody does. All I do is sit and stare out the window. Granted, sometimes my mistress takes me to the beauty salon to get bows tied to my ears, but that's no fun! I want a friend to play with! What can I do?

Playless in Palermo

Dear Playless,

Scientists name all things in existence as they discover them. Thus, we have canines, felines, and bovines, to mention but a few. These scientific names usually refer to the creature's physical traits. Then there are common names, which usually come from the creature's personality traits, looks and/or place of birth. Thus, we have "toy poodle," "sausage dog" and "pit bull."

Now about your problem: Obviously you are a playful pup, and you certainly should have at least one friend, even if it is a human.

Here is an idea: When your mistress comes home, try hiding from her. When she calls you, yap so she can find you; and when she does, run and hide again. She may go for this. But even though it's great fun, don't overdo it because humans tire easily and you wouldn't want her to tie you up! And definitely don't try this when she takes you to the beauty salon. They have scissors and could give you a real bad hair day!

Good luck,
Sparky
sparkytmutt@yahoo.com

Dr. Sparkus T. Mutt, Canine Therapist
(alias Sparky the Wonder Dog)

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