a dog named imp

dogTV Season 2 Premieres May 28 on GMA News TV

2011-05-27T00:37:00.000-07:00

dogTV is baaaaaack!

And they've moved to a new home and timeslot.

Keep your Saturday mornings free, bonding with your favorite four-legged buddies.

dogTV airs every Saturday at 10:00 AM on GMA News TV.

Labor Day Weekend SALE! (April 29-May 1)

2011-04-27T19:42:00.000-07:00

Status: Working on my wishlist... -Imp

ALL items and services (grooming and vet) 10% off. Plus, more discounts, promos, and freebies galore! See you there!!!

Hot Diggety Dog!

2010-11-23T18:08:00.000-08:00

Oh, I forgot to post this post-Halloween spooky snapshot from the recently concluded super duper fun Halloween Pet Parade. That's me in the HOTDOG costume (which was homemade in record time by my substitute human, Jansen). Awesome, eh?

For more photos from Pet Express' A PETrifying Trail Halloween Pet Parade, click here.

dogTV: A Saturday Morning Ritual

2010-11-12T20:00:00.000-08:00

Oh, wow! Did anyone else catch this show on air this morning?

dogTV is all about dogs, dogs, dogs! How cool is that, eh?

I caught the pilot episode earlier, and happened to see this cute fellow doxie in a hula outfit at the coverage of Pet Express' A Petrifying Trail (I went to the MOA Halloween pet parade, she was in Cubao). Keee-ute!!!

dogTV is hosted by former dj John Hendrix and courtside reporter Sharon Yu, and has awesome segments like the Celebrity Dogstar (stars and their fur kids), K9 Healthline (which is very informative!), the Follow the Leader (I know, I know, I'm a naaaaauuughty dog in need of good behavior lessons), Canine Product Review (which features the coolest pet products in the market and is hosted by my most favortie human of all time), plus many more surprises in the next episodes.

Whoo-hoo! I'll be sure to watch EVERY episode of dogTV and maybe find myself a girlfriend... ;)

dogTV airs at 8:30 A.M. every Saturday on Solar TV (channel 9). Don't miss it!

The True Story Behind A Häagen-Dazs Ad (The Canine Kind)

2010-08-28T08:56:00.000-07:00

By guest blogger, Phoebe (my BFF!)

{Do not disturb. Slow melting in progress.

-Phoebe, quoted from Doggiewood True Stories}

Ever wondered what goes on behind those picture perfect ads? I'm here to debunk the so-called glamorous lifestyle of a four-legged supermodel. .

. {Hi, I'm Phoebe. I'm a supermodel.}

MYTH: Modeling is easy.
FACT: Modeling is hard work! Striking a pose when you're not in the mood is no easy feat. Plus, those flood lights are just too hot when you're wearing fur.

{Taking cue from renowned dog behaviorist, Fred Alimusa.}

{Sigh. Modeling is tiring.}

MYTH: Models take bribes.

FACT: Weeelllll... maybe sometimes... but only if the price is right! ;) The modeling industry is a dog eat dog world. You gotta do what you gotta do. Besides, I'm a model, not a saint.

{My agent, Janine, "coaxing" me with a surprise treat after the shoot...}

{Surprise!}

{Oh wow, vanilla dog biscuits topped with ice cream. My favorite!}

MYTH: Models starve to be skinny.
FACT: Whoever lives by that rule obviously haven't tasted the rich, creamy, buttery bliss called Häagen-Dazs Caramel Biscuit and Cream. Diet? No-doggone-way!
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{Aaah, the perks of being a model...}

MYTH: Models are spoiled brats.

FACT: If you didn't get your ice cream fix, wouldn't you be cranky too?

{My agent booking me more modeling jobs.

Heeeey, quit texting. I WANT MORE ICE CREAM!}
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BONUS: Never before seen

{The BEFORE shot}

{Dreaming of dog biscuits ala mode.}

http://www.nuffnang.com.ph/blog/2010/08/18/haagen-dazs-melting-me-slowly-contest/

dIM

2010-08-12T06:49:00.000-07:00

I had a customized collar made with my name, IMP. My mum broke it while we were in Pet Express MOA and accidentally left it behind. When she went back to get it, she happily found out that they fixed it. One little thing though, now I have a new alias. My name is either: WIP or dIM. My mum thinks I look more like a dIM! ;) haha. Hmph.

Cutest Pet Contest

2010-07-15T19:03:00.000-07:00

{femalenetwork.com}

Whoo-weeee! It's a Cutest Pet Contest-- and I CAN'T WIN. Drat. Oh, not that I'm not cute (my mom will kill you!), but unfortunately, I'm not eligible to join since I'm a pro-feh-shuh-nal model already (check out my ad). haha.

Kidding aside, this is a terrific contest with super prizes that I wouldn't mind getting my paws into. It's easy, all you need to do is:

1. Channel your inner Zoolander.

2. LOOK CUTE. (You can PM me for tips on how to do that!)

3. "Like" FemaleNetwork.com and PetExpress on Facebook.

4. Send an e-mail to editors@femalenetwork.com with “FN Cutest Pet Contest” in the subject line. The e-mail should have your pet’s name, breed, and his or her photograph. Also include your full name, registered FN name, e-mail address, contact number, and home or office address. Full mechanics here.

5. So easy-peasy, right? So whaddya waiting for? Join now!

The Full Disclosure on Monty

2010-06-30T23:38:00.000-07:00

Not every dog is lucky to have a safe and loving home. There are hundreds of dogs and cats out there in need of a loving family (like mine!). If you have room for 4 extra paws in your home, consider adoption an option.

Fur-ocious Poster Girl

2010-06-14T03:41:00.000-07:00

Add PetExpress on Facebook!

BFF Phoebe is looking mighty fur-ocious! ;)

Chasing Tails on April 17

2010-03-31T00:39:00.000-07:00

Guess What's Trippin'

2010-02-25T02:04:00.000-08:00

{How Do I Look?}

Somebody played a prank on me while I was asleep (mommy was asleep too!). Can you guess what???

Cyber Cats & Dogs

2010-02-16T01:43:00.000-08:00

Looks like I'm not the only one with tall "tails" to tell. My blog post on my first marathon was recently featured on MyPetChannel.TV. Re-reading it brought back so much memories. I wanna go running soon!

I also met more furry bloggers in cyberspace. Check out their blogs on MyPetChannel.TV's blog list here.

All Dogs Go To Heaven

2010-02-08T19:50:00.000-08:00

Have you ever lost a best friend?

I have. My buddy Barkley, a Golden Retriever, passed away from distemper a few months after my mommy got me. He got sick so fast that I wasn't even able to say a proper goodbye to him. When he got home from the hospital, after being confined for a week, he was so weak he couldn't even lift his head to say hello. We used to have so much fun playing together (I think he thought I was his personal squeaky toy).

My family was so sad. They buried him in the backyard, and whenever I missed him, I'd go to his spot and try to dig him up (My mom freaked out. Something about bacteria seeping through the soil. Does it?). One day, the baranggay tanod came to visit and took Barkley's body away for good. All we had to remember him by were scrawlings on the concrete wall marking a cross and a "We Love You" etched on it.

I miss my buddy, Barkley. But I'm glad to know that he is just over rainbow bridge romping around with the other dogs (and cats) who have left this earthly world too soon.

If you've recently lost a pet, you'll be glad to know that there is such a place where you can visit and remember them by. PAWS made this possible by putting up a Pet Memorial Wall, where you can leave flowers, candles, or your pet's favorite treat to nibble on in animal heaven.

{PAWS Pet Memorial Wall}

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{The Pet Memorial Wall was also put up to raise funds for the shelter.
For only P2000, you get an 8" x 10" memorial tile, so that you can visit your beloved pet anytime you want. You can even design your own tile. The Memorial Wall stands as long as the PAWS shelter exists.}

On MyPetChannel.TV

2010-01-31T01:46:00.000-08:00

{Check out mypetchannel.tv for more cat & doggie-ventures}

I wanna go, I wanna go, I wanna go to Pet Express!!! ;)

Made me PAWS and give a second look!

2010-01-22T23:29:00.000-08:00

Hey, lookie!
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It's me and my mommy in the newspaper. Cool.
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I remember that day. We had our holiday picture taken at the fundraising event "Pose for PAWS". I liked my reindeer horns. They're funny!
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I look so well-behaved, don't I? No tantrums that day. Meanwhile, mommy looks sleepy. haha

Afro, You-fro, Everybody 'Fro

2009-12-27T17:38:00.000-08:00

{Image taken from http://www.saranair.com/}

Afro, anyone? Or if you just wanna look all neat, clean, and smelling like strawerries 'n cream, check out the Pet Express Grooming Salon (in SM Cubao). My BFF, Phoebe had one. She looked great- even without the 'fro!

PET EXPRESS GROOMING RATES

BASIC Grooming Service: bath, shampoo, blow dry, ear cleaning, nail trim, sanitary trim, cologne

Small Breed (P400)
Medium Breed (P500)
Large Breed (P700)
Extra Large Breed (P900)

FULL Grooming Pack'g: bath, shampoo, blow dry, ear cleaning, nail trim, sanitary trim, cologne (Puppy cuts, Summer cuts, Breed standard cuts, and maybe an AFRO!!! hehe)

Small Breed (P600)
Medium Breed (P700)
Large Breed (P900)
Extra Large Breed (P1200)

ULTIMATE Grooming Pack'g: bath, shampoo, blow dry, ear cleaning, nail trim, hair-free pads, sanitary trim, colgne, hair cut, tooth gel or mouthwash, breath freshener, massage

Small Breed (P800)
Medium Breed (P900)
Large Breed (P1200)
Extra Large Breed (P1500)

Ala Carte services also available. Check out Pet Express in SM Cubao! (Tel No: 912-5924)

Merry Christmas, everyone!

2009-12-24T23:04:00.000-08:00

Mommy and I went to "Pose for PAWS" fundraising event at Bonifacio High Street and had our holiday picture taken. It was fun! This time, I made sure I behaved really well, and not give my mum a headache like before. That's my Christmas gift to her. ;)

We had a lot of fun hamming it up. Plus, it also feels extra good to know that we're helping out as well. Proceeds from the event will go to the animal shelter, Philippine Animal Welfare Society (PAWS).

My mommy keeps our picture propped up on her desk at the office. She says it keeps her sane and puts a smile on her face.

"Pose for PAWS" has become a regular fund raising event. Maybe you can have your pictures taken next Christmas too!

Is It A Dog or A Cat?

2009-12-20T19:35:00.000-08:00

My mom's been spending a lot of time in Pet Express lately. I hope she's shopping for my Christmas gifts (yes, plural!). And since she's always there, she's bound to meet more of the canine kind.

I've never met a Shih Tzu. My mom used to own 3 shih tzu pups way before she got me. I heard they're adorable, but really high maintenance. And since grooming salons weren't as popular and accessible at that time, her shih tzus looked like walking floor rags. That's basically one of her decisions to get me, a short-haired dachshund. Sure, I shed like crazy. But, look Ma, no tangles!

Still, some like getting all glammed and gussied up. So, off to the salon they go. Mom took pictures of Pet Express Grooming Salon patrons (with their parents' permission, of course) to show me what I'm missing. Can you imagine me with a lion's mane hairdo??? ;)

{Mimi looking chic in a Lion's Mane cut... haha}

{FYI, the groomer isn't finished yet!}

{Shadow is spotted shopping at Pet Express Boutique.}
{Shadow: Ooh, so many thing to put on my Christmas list!}

Pet Express grooming services and rates here.

Pet Express

(A Dog & Cat Boutique. A Super-duper-market. A Grooming Salon)

Located in SM Cubao

Telephone No: 912-5924

PAWS and My GROW UP! Christmas Wish

2009-12-13T05:40:00.000-08:00

My mom visited PARC (PAWS Animal Rehabilitation Center) yesterday. It was such an eye-opener. I admit, I have a lot of growing up to do, because sometimes I can be really childish and bratty, but I do know that I'm lucky to have my humans in my life. I feel so blessed that I have a happy home and wonderful family, unlike the animals at the shelter, who have been victims of cruelty, neglect, and abuse.

It's a good thing that the efforts of PAWS (The Philippine Animal Welfare Society) volunteers have greatly helped a lot in rescuing those poor animals. They provide food, shelter, and so much love to the abused cats and dogs. Hopefully, they can help them find good, permanent homes too.

So, for my GROW UP! Christmas wish, I hope that more animals at the shelter get adopted soon. I wish they can be able to feel the joy and warmth of spending Christmas with a loving family too!

{Shawn, aptly named, was found at an anorexic state and covered in grease inside a tunnel on Shaw Boulevard.}

{Look how healthy he looks now, thanks to PAWS and his new mommy.}

{Mommy went to the PAWS Christmas Party, and all she got me was this pin...}

{The cat pin and cookie was for cat-lover Tita Gabby.}

{Oh, proceeds from the pins go to PAWS. For only P50 a pop, it's nice to know that you get to help my canine and feline friends on Christmas.}

If you want to help, check out their website:

http://www.paws.org.ph/

http://www.mefindhome.org/

Speaking of Christmas wishes, I haven't gotten my mommy anything for Christmas yet. I think I heard her say she wants a colored Moleskine to write on or something. I guess I can do that. Aren't moles like badgers? And isn't dachshund German for 'badger dog' anyway? ;) Now, if I can only manage to catch one for mommy...

Imp the Male Model (Part 2)

2009-12-13T05:10:00.001-08:00

Do these dogs look really, really, really good-looking? That's because you've probably seen them on the Pet Express print ads that came out in Inquirer and Philstar the last 2 days. Not to mention that big ass billboard posted in SM Cubao (you can't miss it!). I've posted some behind-the-scenes photos of my co-models at work (but if I had my way, I'd be a solo superstar...). Being exiled aside, I think we all had a great time with our 15 minutes of fame. ;)

{Bruce}

{Wait, let me channel my inner Zoolander first...}

{Blue Steel look!}

{My Catty Cousin}

{Snowbell}

{Missy}

{Jellybean}

{Kimmy}

{Nikolai}

{Nikita & Nikolai}

Commercial Break

2009-12-11T08:00:00.000-08:00

{Imma Supah Star! ;)}

Pet Express

SM Cubao, Upper Ground Floor,

Gen. Aguinaldo Avenue

Tel. (632)912.5924

Imp the Diva (Part 1)

2009-12-05T07:46:00.000-08:00

I threw a tantrum last week, and I think my mom is still pretty miffed about that. I don't get it, I was just acting the part. Isn't throwing tantrums what "superstars" are supposed to be doing?

{Imp on time out.}

{Hey, where'd everybody go?}

So this is what happened:

I was included in a hush-hush photoshoot for an upcoming concept store to be launched on December 11. It was a cool project.

My mom gave me a thorough cleaning the day before, so I knew it was gonna be big. I was excited. And the moment we got in the cab to go to the photographer's studio, my mom said something about bringing a dog (me!) and a catty cousin (I could hear and smell her, but I couldn't really see her), and paying double the price of cab fare.

The driver gets to take ME around town. HE should be the one paying TRIPLE! Anyway, off we go to San Lorenzo Village in Makati. We were stopped at the gate by the security guard.

He asked, 'Ma'am, ano pong gagawin niyo dun?' (Ma'am, what will you be doing there?)

'Photo shoot', my mom replied.

'Talaga po?' (Really?)

'Oo, yung aso ko!' (Yes, my dog!)

Yep, yep. That would be lil' old superstar me!

So, really, can you blame me for throwing a fit, when upon reaching the studio, I see the limelight being shared by other dogs??? Not one, not two, but three other dogs? Not to mention two annoying cats too? Huwaaaat??!!

It's not as if I actually bit anyone... But EXILED??! Hmph.

{It's no fun being on the outside looking in.}

{Are YOU looking at ME?}

{What's happening in there???}

(To be continued...)

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2009-11-20T07:37:00.000-08:00

Hi! My name is Impulse Purchase.

Today, I celebrate my 2nd birthday with my favorite treat, cuplets from Frostings Cupcakes. Turning "Terrible Two" ain't too bad at all.

{This is me, failing the "marshmallow test". Hey, it's my birthday anyway!}

{The cuplets (Frostings' mini cupcakes) my mom got for me.}

A Spin-Off Blog...

2009-11-20T07:35:00.000-08:00

It all started with Four Legs and A Tale...