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February 5, 2002

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Elsie, the Dog of the Day
Name: Elsie
Age: Five years old
Gender: Female Breed: Miniature Schnauzer
Home: Astoria, Queens, New York, USA
 
   This fall Elsie went from rolling in worms in her very own back yard in St. Louis to the queen of the urban jungle in Astoria (Queens), New York. She made the transition with spunk and enthusiasm, but misses grass desperately. For fun, we ride into Manhattan on the N train and visit Central Park and dog-runs all over the island. Elsie is very grateful to have some good friends who invite her to Cape Cod or New Jersey so she can reacquaint herself with nature. Elsie has served as a doggie ambassador to many children in the neighborhood introducing them to the softness and love of a pet. She's known far and wide as the "dog with boots" (sneakers, shoes, slippers, boxing gloves) and has made hundreds stop, smile and laugh! These boots protect her feet from hot pavement, broken glass, lit cigarette butts and chemicals found on city streets. We like to joke with people who inquire about the boots that Elsie is a paw model! There is no doubt, she is a joy to have as part of the family.
 

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