Mr. Smarty Pants Knows

Furry Facts to Know & Tell

This month’s issue is supported in part by SF Animal Medical Center and dog lovers like you.

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August 2025

Three rare dog breeds make excellent choices for families, according to British canine expert Will Atherton: the Leonberger, Komondor, and Flat-coated Retriever.

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October 2024

Dorothy Parker’s poodles were named C’est Tout, Cliché, Limey, Misty, Poupée, and Troy, short for Troisiéme.

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August 2024

The American Kennel Club says 15 human years are equal to the first year of a medium-sized dog's life. A dog’s second year equals nine human years, and each subsequent year equals roughly five human years.

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February 2024

Tiger the dog appeared in 19 episodes of The Brady Bunch.

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February 2023

Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis have a Bernedoodle, a cross between a Bernese Mountain Dog and a Poodle.

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