2 posts tagged “germany”

Pawwear

My Yorkshire Terrier is wondering if she can get a size XXS in either pink or red. =) The photo to the right came from an article about police dogs in Germany wearing new paw wear to protect their paw pads. Awww. Very cute.

I think this is a great idea. My Yorkie could enjoy her hot Texas summer walks for once (sidewalks get very hot--we have to stay in the grass). Anyway, It makes me happy to see others taking good care of their dogs. This pup looks pleased.

 http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20080225/ap_on_fe_st/dog_shoes

In Germany, many people are concerned about the possible threat of chain book stores forcing local and small book shops, as well as, small publishers out of business. I thought this was very interesting considering I was not aware of how Germany's book business operated. Anyway, information pertaining to this can be found at http://www.nytimes.com/2007/10/24/arts/24book.html?pagewanted=1&_r=1. 

It is illegal in Germany to discount books, therefore, all bookstores are on an equal "playing ground" without the competitive edge that bargain books or discounts can create. I can't imagine not having Amazon, Half Price Books, and so forth. However, at the same time I do enjoy discovering small bookstores. Tough call.