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Deadpool demonstrates proper teethbrushing for Funko Pop Cheshire Cat while the Domos wait their turn.

Even though I love animals, our pet population at home is limited to just one hyperactive dog and a lazy, senior cat, along with a coral reef tank of really shy fish. I wish I could adopt all kinds of animals, except the ones that’ll eat me when I’m not looking. Unfortunately, I also have a restraining order against all sharks and alligators.

We all like to indulge our pets with hugs and kisses (although my fish will sometimes put up a fight). What’s not fun is being blasted with animal bad breath. Spare your pets some embarrassment by simply brushing their teeth for them. You’ll save your dog and cat from periodontal disease and save your dollars from being devoured by a huge vet bill later.

My doggo Zulu doesn’t mind getting his teeth brushed daily. I use an apparently delicious toothpaste for dogs that gets a lot of really good reviews from – I’m assuming – dogs (that can type). His breath always smells good and he’s really confident flirting with the ladies.

So this post is just a reminder to keep your pet’s teeth clean and healthy, not just during February. We’d like to thank Funko Pop Cheshire Cat and Deadpool for the demonstration above. This Cheshire Cat Funko Pop makes a fun gift for a veterinary dentist.

And now one more photo of my smiley pupper Zulu…

Other Verbal Masterpieces

Did you ever imagine what it would be like to live in the comic strips? Especially in Charles Schulz’s world of Peanuts. You can start by Peanutizing yourself as a customized Peanuts character. And if you’re lucky enough to have the goodest best friend ever – otherwise known as a dog – you can Peanutize your buddy as well.

There’s a site called Peanutize Me where you can become a Peanuts version of yourself. Fun!

I first used it a couple of years ago when The Peanuts Movie came out. Now, we have a new doggo named Zulu and I wanted to create his character to add to the family gallery.

For your own character, you can choose the following:

Skin tone
Hair style/color (or no hair) or hat
Expression of eyes
Optional glasses or sunglasses with frame color
Mouth expression/smile, show braces or teeth
Shirts/dresses and colors
Pants/shorts/leggings and colors
Shoes, styles and colors
Accessories or none
Background scenery

Happy Clam Gifts owner Marissa in sunglasses and typical floral dress. Just hanging out with other Peanuts characters in the front yard. — This dress is so very me.

Marissa in her typical cheerful yellow dress posing with Snoopy. — This dress is also very me.

Your options for Snoopytizing your dog are:

Size
Fur color
Ear color
Expression of eyes
Hat/whiskers or bow color or none
Collar style/color (no collar if you have a large dog)
Accessories or none
Background scenery

Marissa's new dog (Snoopytized) Zulu, rescued from the Ventura County Animal Shelter in Camarillo. — My doggo Zulu-bear in Peanuts mode.

But if I could adopt another pupper, she would look like this…

Red female version of Snoopy. — My next dog, someday.

When you’re done, just download the profile picture and the wallpaper. Post and tag the Peanuts version of your fabulous self on Instagram #peanutizeme.

Now for true-blue Peanuts fans, we have a rare Loungefly Metal Lunch Box with Snoopy and Woodstock on a rainbow. The side panels show them on Snoopy’s famous red doghouse. Add it to your collection before it’s gone for good.