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This week’s Arlington Pet of the Week is Riley, a rescue pit bull mix who was depressed and skinny when he was adopted, but now is a proud “mama’s boy.”

Here’s what his owner, Justin, had to say about his pup:

Riley is a 2 1/2 year old American bulldog/pit bull mix. His owners adopted him from a rescue organization called Mutts Matter when he was 1 1/2 years old after seeing their profile of him as the Rescue Profile of the week on The Falls Church Patch. He was raised with his bff, a Chihuahua, and they were both surrendered together. The Chihuahua was adopted quickly but Riley wasn’t, so he got really depressed, stopped eating and lost a bunch of weight. When his owners saw him, they knew he needed a good home.

Now he is in a loving home where his owners shower him with love and attention. His favorite activities involve sleeping on the couch, sleeping in his bed and sleeping on the hallway rug. You always know where he is because he snorts like a pig non-stop, but he hardly ever barks. He loves going for walks with his owners in the evenings after work to explore the neighborhood and areas like Great Falls on the weekend where he sniffs everything.

Riley is very intelligent and responds to all commands. He will go to his crate when told, although his owners leave him out of it all day. He loves playing with his mom’s two little cousins who are 5 and 7 years old and his dad’s friend’s daughters who are 2 1/2 and 1 year old, and running around his grandma’s backyard. He is a good project partner, providing tons of snoring noises while you do work as he sleeps next to you. He puts up with his mom dressing him in costumes and clothes because he is a mama’s boy and follows her everywhere.

Want your pet to be considered for the Arlington Pet of the Week? Email office@arlnow.com with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks. Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Arlington and Northern Virginia.

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September 3rd, 2014: Did you know that I have ITEMS for you? I will sell you one or more items. If you are interested in items, good news!! – Ryan

I care about earth’s environment. Is my dick biodegradable?

–Anonymous

Dear Normand Krieg of Crystal, ND,

No. Human dicks are non-biodegradable, and their improper disposal poses a serious ecological threat to our planet’s oceans.

I highly recommend that you speak with your probate lawyer about what to do with your dick after you’ve passed on. Most medical schools are happy to accept donated dicks for use as learning tools. Another option is willing your dick to the Arts–many struggling artists would be glad to “upcycle” your dead dick into beautiful and challenging installation art.

If you feel uncomfortable with passing your dick on to strangers, keep it in the family! Many people choose to have their deceased dicks bronzed or taxidermied, and incorporated into a “family dick tree” mural in their foyer. What better way to assuage the approach of death than to know that future generations of your progeny will gaze upon your old mummified dick as a cherished heirloom?

–Dr. Ricky D. Dickdoctor, MD

This week’s Arlington Pet of the Week is Romeo, a 10-year-old Havanese who is “a true gentleman,” except to Capulets.

Here’s what Romeo’s owner, Amy had to say about her star-crossed critter:

Romeo, a 10-year-old Havanese, has lived with his family in Arlington since he was just a puppy. His name was chosen by one of his owners, who was studying “Romeo and Juliet” in her high school English class at the time.

Romeo is a fun-loving dog who is well-loved by his neighbors (dog and human) and is friendly to all. Romeo is almost always happy, especially when on long walks or chewing the ears off his stuffed animals (once the ears are destroyed, he generally loses interest in the toy). The only times you’ll catch Romeo distressed are during thunderstorms, when he usually takes refuge under a bed or chair, and after his summer trim, when he feels embarrassed of his shorter cut. He sulks around for an hour or so before he remembers that we love him regardless.

Overall, Romeo is quite the family man and a true gentleman. When there was a new addition to the family, Romeo often brought the baby his toys and left them as an offering at her crib. He also regularly brings his food to the foot of the table and eats with the family. We couldn’t ask for a better pup.

Want your pet to be considered for the Arlington Pet of the Week? Email office@arlnow.com with a 2-3 paragraph bio and at least 3-4 horizontally-oriented photos of your pet.

Each week’s winner receives a sample of dog or cat treats from our sponsor, Becky’s Pet Care, along with $100 in Becky’s Bucks. Becky’s Pet Care, the winner of three Angie’s List Super Service Awards and the National Association of Professional Pet Sitters’ 2013 Business of the Year, provides professional dog walking and pet sitting services in Arlington and Northern Virginia.

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55 Twitter photos from space that will fill you with ethereal wonder

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One of the good things about internet on the space station is it lets us see that astronauts are just as excited and amazed about being in space as the rest of us would be, and probably more.  It is easy to start thinking that jobs that are important must also be joylessly done by Serious People.

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Darren Wilson supporters are the literal worst. 

HOLY. SHIT. I mean wow.

Fuck cops. Fuck that murderer. Fuck his supporters. Fuck white people.

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trekko1601 presents: a Guide to the races of the Starn Trek universe

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Sad, sad news via a commenter in this morning’s rant/revel from WTOP:

“But pretty soon, Romo will have a whole new view on life — quite literally. This fall, Bacon and Scourby will move out of their Adams Morgan apartment to a bigger space in “the burbs” — Arlington.”

Romo from Adams Morgan is understandably the most photographed dog to appear on PoPville. Farewell good pup.

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This week’s Arlington Pet of the Week is Blitzen, a Samoyed who likes to chase after bunnies, both real and stuffed. Here’s what owner Jason had to say about his...

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July 30th, 2014: HEY GUESS WHAT?? The final issue of The Midas Flesh is out now! You can read a preview here, and catch up with all you missed at midasflesh.com! – Ryan

If you have any animal/pet photos you’d like to share please send an email to princeofpetworth(at)gmail(dot)com with ‘Animal Fix’ in the title and say the name of your pet and your neighborhood. Your photos will go into the queue (usually 3-4 weeks wait) and will be posted in the order I receive them. If you’ve already entered your pet and would like to do so again – that’s no problem – just space the entries out a bit. Please try to send horizontal photos 640×480 (medium size on your iphone) if possible. If you’re not using an iphone any size is fine.

“Maximus in Petworth — posing for the camera.”

“Meet sir Charles Barkley from Shaw!”

“Clementine (tricolor) and Perry (white) look particularly studious in Brookland”

Expect a digitized, interactive archive of D.C. punk sometime next summer. [ more › ]

Ed. Note: Thanks to Michelle for putting together this list of adoptable pets. It will be featured the last Friday every month. If you are interested in submitting an adoptable pet you can email Michelle at Help.the.Pups.DC(at)gmail(dot)com

Lala – Washington Humand Society

Lala is a terrier/American staffordshire mix from the Washington Humane Society.  She is a very fun dog with lots of energy, so she’d love to find an active family that wants to go for runs and long walks.  Her favorite thing is…treats!  She’s mastered sit, so she can pop up to catch them in the air.  And, she’d love to learn new tricks so we can earn some more!  You can meet Lala at our New York Avenue Adoption Center and learn about our adoption process here.

Foxy – Homeward Trails Animal Rescue

Foxy a less-than-1 year old DSH gray tabby from Homeward Trails Animal Rescue.  She is young, super sweet, and incredibly friendly.  She is great with other animals and would love to have a playful feline friend.  She loves to be picked up and will sit in your lap for hours.  If you’re looking for a cuddledud, Foxy’s a match!  If you think Foxy would be a good fit for your home, please fill out our cat adoption questionnaire and email it here.  Homeward Trails needs more cat fosters, including one for Foxy, so if you are interested, please contact Lori here.  You can also meet some of our adoptable animals at one of our events!

More great pets after the jump.

Kalani – Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
Kalani is a 2-year old lovebug of a bulldog mix from Lucky Dog Animal Rescue.  She has an incredibly sweet nature and disposition and would do great on her own or with other pups.  She is very trusting of people and eager to learn and please.   is a giant 55-lb puppy that isn’t always aware of his own size but loves to shower his humans with affection!  He is great with other dogs and would love to find a home with a pup sibling if possible.  To adopt Kalani, please fill out our adoption application available here and email it to Holly.  We have many adoptable animals, so feel free come check us out at one of our events!

Angel is a affectonate, sleek, black cat from Tails High, Inc.  Not only is she a lap cat, but she also gives hugs!  She wraps both front paws around your neck, putting per head against your cheek to show affection.  She is very attentive and is happy to cuddle you if your down.  She bonds with each and every person & every cat she meets.  If you would like to adopt Angel, please complete our adoption application on our website.  You can also visit us at one of our upcoming events!

Marigold is an adult hound mix from Rural Dog Rescue.  She a super-cute pup with big beautiful brown eyes that would love to find her forever home!  You can apply to adopt Marigold or any of our adoptable animals here.  please complete our application located on our adoption process page.  If you are interested in fostering one of our animals, please apply here.  You can meet many of our animals every Saturday at Howl to the Chief from noon until 3pm.

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From an email:

“Climate change means out summers are getting too hot. So let’s cool off. Next week, The Climate Reality Project is giving away free Ben & Jerry’s in DC (and in three other cities) to raise awareness for climate action.

From July 29-31, the EPA will hear from the public on the proposed Clean Power Plan – a rule that attempts to reduce carbon pollution from power plants. One of the hearings will be here in DC.

These ice cream trucks will not only be handing out free scoops, but also serve as climate action centers that will raise awareness and gather support for climate action and the proposed EPA rule.

You can find the trucks on:

Monday, July 28 from 11am-4pm at the Capital South Station
Monday, July 28 from 4-8pm at Union Station
Tuesday, July 29 from 8:30am-1pm at the EPA Headquarters (William Jefferson Clinton East Building, 1201 Constitution Ave, NW)
Tuesday, July 29 from 1-6pm at the Freedom Plaza.”

Full press release after the jump.

“Nothing says summer heat like a melting ice cream cone. That’s why The Climate Reality Project is teaming up with Ben & Jerry’s to turn one of the celebrated symbols of the season into a rallying point for action in the face of rising temperatures driven by climate disruption.

As part of the I’m Too Hot campaign, Climate Reality will bring Ben & Jerry’s ice cream trucks to the four U.S. cities hosting Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) hearings on the newly-proposed Clean Power Plan – Atlanta, Denver, Pittsburgh and Washington D.C. – from July 29 to August 1. The plan offers an historic opportunity to cut carbon pollution from power plants that is accelerating climate change. The highly visual I’m Too Hot trucks will help raise public awareness of this opportunity in a fun-filled way, enable locals to speak up in support of the plan, and offer supporters an icy treat for their efforts, courtesy of Ben & Jerry’s.

“We are excited to partner with Ben & Jerry’s to bring both ice cream and information about the EPA’s proposed rule to the people of Atlanta, Denver, Pittsburgh and Washington D.C.,” said Climate Reality Project President and CEO Ken Berlin. “This past May was the hottest in recorded history, and was an example of the kinds of records that will keep being broken as our summers get hotter from climate change driven by carbon pollution. These EPA hearings are a crucial opportunity for people to let the EPA know they support the agency’s efforts to reduce harmful carbon pollution, and we’ll be there to make sure our supporters don’t get too hot.”

If approved, the EPA’s Clean Power Plan would provide the first-ever national standards to limit the amount of carbon pollution existing power plants can produce – aiming to cut emissions by 30 percent below 2005 levels by 2030. The EPA estimates that the rule would provide significant economic and health benefits, including the prevention of 150,000 asthma attacks and 6,600 premature deaths annually by 2030 as well as the creation of 76,000 to 112,000 new jobs in 2025 by expanding the energy efficiency sector alone.

The EPA’s Clean Power Plan is open for public comment until October 16, 2014.

“The rule would be a critical step towards holding polluters accountable for the carbon pollution they dump into the atmosphere – but first, it’s up to us – the people – to make sure we support the EPA’s efforts and the rule becomes law,” said Berlin.

People visiting the trucks will have the opportunity to comment on the proposed EPA rule and tweet at the EPA (@EPA) and their elected officials about their support for the rule, using the hashtags #ImTooHot and #ActOnClimate.”

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The New York Times has published an interesting animated map to visualize the spread of drought conditions in the US over the last five months. Mapping the Spread of Drought Across the U.S. includes a number of weekly updated charts with an animated map to show the latest extent of the drought in the western and south-western states. The map animates through the last five months showing heat