Today in dog history

January 29, 1947 - Sir Uter Von Fluffkins becomes the first Pug to be awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for his brave work as a double agent during World War II.

January 29, 1963 - A Golden Retriever named Rascal sets the Philosophy world on its ear when he announces that the meaning of life is food. Subsequent revamped theories included ball and cat box.

January 29, 1977 - Princess Paws scores a number one hit with the disco classic "Poodle Love."

January 29, 1985 - A visibly drunk Benji is arrested after propositioning an undercover officer for a $500.00 tummy rub. Later makes a tearful apology to his fans acknowledging that he is a bad dog and would seek counseling.

January 29, 2003 - The pets of 14804 Appletree Lane agree to a historic canine/feline peace accord. The delicate peace lasted just three days, aggressions renewed after Ambassador Sprinkles got into the pantry and ate all the cat treats.