May 2021

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  • Of the dozen dogs on the Titanic, three survived. Two were Pomeranians; the third was a Pekinese.

  • According to one dog expert, there are several things you can do to make it easier for an anxious dog to deal with inclement weather. Create a safe place, drown out noise, close the curtains, keep them busy with toys, and, if they like wearing clothing, give that a try. 

  • Marquis of Gaillerdain and Madame de Poncette were two dancing poodles in the 18th century who performed for Queen Anne of Great Britain.

  • The Golden Collar Award was a short-lived title given by the now defunct Dog Daily News to dogs who performed in films. The 2012 Best Dog in a Theatrical Film went to Uggie, a Jack Russell Terrier who performed in The Artist.

  • Regular Yorkshire Terriers average about 7 pounds, but the micro-Yorkshire Terriers - also known as Teacups - weigh between 2-4 pounds. 

R.U. Steinberg

Mr. Smarty Pants read the above information in a book, magazine, newspaper, or website; heard it on the radio; saw it on television; or overheard it a party. Got any facts? Email them to Mr. Smarty Pants for possible inclusion in the column at MrPants@AustinChronicle.com.

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