Fido Awards

At last, a new bone to get me back to acting: canine acting awards.

Canine cinephiles, newshounds and doglovers: The Fidos join the line-up for The Times BFI London Film Festival 2007. Excitement is assured as the world's first international awards for canine stars of the big screen arrives at one of the world's most glamorous film festival. This glittering event celebrates the silver screen's finest canine moments.

The winning dogs were from the film The Queen. Other nominated dogs included performers from the films The Holiday, Control, Moliére, and of course Year of the Dog. I think The Fidos are a great name for dog acting awards, but it reminds me of an embarrassing story...

There's a well-known Canadian feature film called Fido. I've spent a lot of time in the office of the company that made that film (or actually the company next door), and I always rolled over for that film's producers, offering my acclaimed tummy for scratching in the hopes of landing a role in the sequel. It wasn't until months later that I found out Fido has nothing to do with dogs. It's a zombie comedy.

Paws for a Cause

Today I was part of the 2007 Paws for a Cause... Walk for the Animals. I walked 2.5 km in support of dogs, rabbits, birds, and even cats who don't have a home and need medical attention. I raised over $100 dollars to help other animals. Funds raised through Paws for a Cause support the BC SPCA.

It was a very exciting day. I walked with my five favourite people and met many nice dogs. I also met famed dog intelligence researcher and TV host Dr. Stanley Coren. Best of all, I got to sniff a rabbit!

Although I tried to be different and started the walk going the wrong way, I quickly realized that it is best to just go with the crowd and have a good time. And I had to say, I had a super awesome time, especially since I was given lots of yummy treats.

Lucky and Flo win award

Three cheers for my fellow Lucky and her partner Flo. I wonder if they found any pirated copies of my films?

KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia - Two American sniffer dogs who found millions of pirated DVDs while on loan to Malaysian authorities will receive medals of honor when their six-month assignment ends next week, an official said Thursday.

Black Labradors Lucky and Flo will be celebrated at an awards ceremony Monday before they return home to New York, said Nor Hayati Yahaya, the Motion Picture Association's manager for Malaysia.

Lucky and Flo — on loan from the U.S.-based association — have helped uncover pirated DVDs and equipment worth $6 million since they came to Malaysia in March, Nor Hayati said. The cases led to 26 arrests.

She said that the two female dogs seized 2 million of the 2.7 million discs seized this year.

CBC

I'm finally going to appear on the CBC.

I was just minding my business, rolling around in the grass near dog beach, when a reporter approached me. He interviewed me about rabies and I put my ball into the lens of the camera.

I have already appeared on CTV (Canada AM), Animal Planet (IAMS Pet Awards), Outdoor Life Network (IAM Pet Awards), Global Television (the Calgary breakfast show), Shaw Cable (Urban Rush) and MuchMusic (video for Kids These Days' song "Rest Tonight"). I have been in film festivals with my films Lucky Stars and Tierheim. I have also been in the Vancouver Sun three times and once in the Georgia Straight. I still need to get on to Citytv, and maybe some American television, too!

Here's a photo of me being interviewed by Nardwuar the Human Serviette from MuchMusic.

racism against dogs

Over the past two days, I have been victim to verbal attacks by peoples who don't like dogs. I did nothing to deserve these attacks. I was merely minding my own business, being cute and friendly.

The first incident happened just at the edge of dog beach, an off-leash park where dogs are allowed to frolic and swim. I was drying myself off in the grass when a mean man ran by and yelled at my friends "That thing should be on a leash!" Fortunately, my friends are witty and yelled back "Your short-shorts should be on a leash!" I would have added "That fugly piece of hair above your lip should be on a leash, buddy!" but I was too hurt by the rudeness of the runner. I really shouldn't use the word "runner" to describe this stringbean of a man. What he was doing appeared to be more like a cat hobbling on a fence. I hope he stepped in poop.

The second incident happened at a car dealership today. My friend took his new car in for a tune up and I kept him company. We were waiting outside, reading the paper, when a mechanic walked by and hissed at me "Dog are against my religion!" What religion are you in? The only religion I know of that is against dogs are the Pussies. As in Cats. And even they're making great strides towards tolerance. You realize that Dog is God backwards. Us dogs are closer to spiritual connection than this twit of a mechanic will ever be. I complained about the mechanic to the manager of the dealership, and he agreed that the mechanic is a twit, but apparently he can fix a car better than a cat.

Lighthouse Park

Those fortunate enough to know me appreciate that I am a dog who loves swimming, hiking, climbing, and fetching sticks. I can do all of these things at Lighthouse Park, so it is my new favourite place. I have gone there a lot this year and plan to visit even more during the summer.

Oscars

I'd like to thank the Academy...

Valentine's Day

I didn't get to see Neko on Monday, but I did get a nice walk with my friend Tundra that night. Almost as good.

Will you be my Valentine?

(Photo by Christopher Gruver)

retriever confessor brings the flood

Neko Case is coming to town! Or rather back to town, since she used to live in Vancouver. If anyone knows a way for a dog to get into the Commodore Ballroom to see a concert, please get in touch with me or leave a comment here. I wonder if I can somehow get her label, Mint Records, to help. After all, it's my smiling face on the YouTube site hosting the popular video from their Christmas party.

on the move

I've been staying with friends and not my usual homes for the past couple weeks. It was my way of entertaining for the holidays. I'm now dog tired, but glad to have my sister Coco back. She's been away for too long. She also has tasty toys... I'm looking forward to some hikes as soon as the rain goes away.