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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February 2025

Winston Churchill once wrote a poem in honor of his daughter Mary's Pug puppy named Punch.

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January 2025

If you're stressed or tired, experts suggest you postpone your dog training session to another time.

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December 2024

The name of the dog in How the Grinch Stole Christmas is Max. He's also the Grinch's companion.

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November 2024

According to a recent University of Arizona study, children who play with the family dog have higher levels of oxytocin - a.k.a. “the love hormone" - than if they play with toys and games.

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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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