World's Tallest Dog - World's Tallest Living Dog

Gibson, a Great Dane certified by the Guinness Book of World Records as the World's Tallest Dog died August 7, 2009 after a battle against bone cancer. This 7-year old Great Dane from Grass Valley measured 7 feet, 1 inch when standing on its hinds legs. Gibson had appeared on "The Tonight Show," "The Oprah Show" and "The Ellen DeGeneres Show," and on Japanese television in 2006 after being named the world's tallest dog.

Now, the record for the World's Tallest Living Dog is up for grabs. Boomer, a 3-year-old Landseer Newfoundland dog breed from North Dakota measures 36 inches at the shoulders, 7 feet from nose to tail, and weighs 180 pounds. His owner, Caryn Weber says she will be sending Boomer's stats to the Guinness World Records to be considered for the title of world's tallest living dog.

Image credit: AP Photo/The Forum, Dave Wallis

Puffy's new pictures

I love my cat so much. But unlike other cat humans who dress or groom their cats too much, I let my Puffy behave the way he wants to. The other day, I got a chance to take Puffy's new pictures. Although, he was quite annoyed of me dragging him around to pose, I still manage to have some. Check them out:

Lying on my lap. He definitely loves to do that always.

There on top of the cabinet, Puffy was closing his eyes too tight due to the camera's very bright flash. It was very dark in the room, that's why he had shut his eyes like that.

This is how he greets me every morning. He would call on from outside my door "meow, meow, meow". See Puffy's kittyhood pictures here with that red slipper.

And finally the following morning, after chasing him for a while, I had him pose on top of that fence pole. Look at those annoyed eyes. (lol)

One final close-up look of my Puffy before he ran away (see below).

Do Not Leave Pets During Disasters

Do not leave your pets during disasters. - is the call of PETA (People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals). PETA reminded the public to secure the safety of their beloved animals, especially during natural disasters like tropical storms.

Here's how to secure the safety of your beloved pets and animals especially during disasters:

Before a disaster:

• All animals should have collars with identification tags. Make sure you have a current photo of your companion animal for identification purposes.

• Hotels often lift "no pets" policies during emergencies, but keep a list of hotels that accept companion animals just in case. Include the Philippine Animal Welfare Society's (PAWS) phone number, (02) 475-1688, in your list of emergency numbers. It might be able to provide information during a disaster.

• Keep packed a carrier, lease, extra animal food, and any other supplies that you will need so that you can grab them easily if you need to evacuate in a hurry.

In case pets are left behind:

• Do not tie animals outside, leave them caged, or keep them in a vehicle unattended. Leave them in a secure area inside your home.

• Leave out at least 10 days' supply of water. Fill every sink, bowl, pan, and plastic container with water and set them on the floor. Do not leave just one container because it may spill. If your toilet bowl is free of chemical disinfectants, leave the toilet seat up to provide animals with one more source of water, but do not let that be the only source.

• Leave out at least 10 days' supply of dry food. Canned food will go rancid quickly.

• If you can't get to your home, contact a reliable neighbor or friend to check on animals and get them out, if possible. Provide specific instructions for care.

So, keep this tips in mind to save your beloved furry friends.