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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Caption This: A Tinkling Pooch and a Peeping Pup

Well, this is embarrassing. Nothing worse than getting caught with your leg up.

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 29. The winner will be announced Thursday, May 30.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner can find a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted included in the next week's edition. Congratulations to Sandy Bailey, who won last week's edition, Caption This: Dog in a Bow Tie: What do you mean my tie is not a perfect match to your prom dress??? Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our collection and your pet will be featured…

Ryan Hammond

11:30 am on Thursday, May 23, 2013

I swear it Bill, if you pee on me again... I'm gonna neuter you the old fashioned way.   more ›

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Caption This: A Pup Cools Off

Looks like more than just humans can enjoy a dip in the pool. What's this pup thinking?

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, May 15. The winner will be announced Thursday, May 16.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner can find a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted included in the next week's edition. Congratulations to L W Sagan, the winner of last week's edition, Caption This: Pup Who's Had Enough.  Well, the old 'hair of the dog' thing did NOT make me feel better. Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our collection and your pet will be …

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L W Sagan

4:11 pm on Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Don't you mean: "The pup-arazzi are always hounding me." ?   more ›

Friday, April 19, 2013

Caption This: A Furry Stowaway

This cat's ready to make a run for it. What's it thinking?

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  What's this cat thinking, as it sneaks into its owner's suitcase? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 24. The winner will be announced Thursday, April 25.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner can find a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted from the next week's edition. Congratulations to the winner of last week's contest, Anna Monaghan, with the winning caption to Caption This: Pooch in School: Don't have my homework, my human ate my paper. Have a photo you'd like captioned…

Thursday, March 28, 2013

Caption This: Extreme Closeup with a Pup

Who's excited for a car ride? Good dog! What's this pooch thinking?

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  Someone looks excited for a car ride. What's this dog thinking? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, April 3. The winner will be announced Thursday, April 4.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner will receive a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted.  Congratulations to the winner of last week's contest, Christina, with the caption to Caption This! A Studious Pup. Need to crack the books. This Obedience School stuff is ruff! Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add …

Anna Monaghan

7:57 am on Saturday, March 30, 2013

Excuse me, could you open the window, I need some air!   more ›

Friday, March 22, 2013

Caption This: A Studious Pup?

This dog sure looks smart—and hip—in her glasses. What's she thinking?

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  This dog sure looks studious in her glasses. What's she thinking? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 27. The winner will be announced Thursday, March 28.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner will receive a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted.  Congratulations to the winner of last week's contest, L W Sagan, with the caption to Caption This! Little Dog, Big Bone. They warned Mom I might shrink if she put me in the dryer. Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions…

Christina

8:08 am on Monday, March 25, 2013

Now that I have glasses, my owners are just going to have to wait a little longer for their morning paper.   more ›

Thursday, March 14, 2013

Caption This! Little Dog, Big Bone

This dog has some chewing to do if it expects to finish off this entire bone. What's it thinking?

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  That's a pretty big bone, for such a small dog. What's the dog thinking?  Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 20. The winner will be announced Thursday, March 21.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner will receive a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted.  Congratulations to the winner of last week's contest, Julia with the caption to Caption This: Big Dog in a Little Hat: My Irish eyes ain't smilin'! Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our …

Saturday, March 2, 2013

Caption This: Dog Enjoys a 'Breeze'

It might not be "fresh" air, but that doesn't seem to stop this dog from taking in a breeze. What's it thinking?

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  What's this maltese thinking as it catches a breeze from below? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, March 6. The winner will be announced Thursday, March 7.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner will receive a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted.  Congratulations to the winner of last week's contest, Robyn M. Cyrier, with the caption to Caption This! Dog Stares Down Bird: "Who are you and what are you doing on my kitchen table?" Have a photo you'd like captioned in future …

The Truth

3:09 am on Monday, March 4, 2013

"Since we can't afford a car anymore in this economy, standing in front of the fan is the next best thing to sticking my head out the window!".   more ›

Thursday, February 7, 2013

Caption This! Look Who's Behind the Wheel

A dog ... DRIVING? Surely that's ticket-worthy.

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  What's this dog thinking, as it takes the wheel? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 13. The winner will be announced Thursday, Feb. 14.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner will receive a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted.  Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our collection and your pet will be featured in weeks to come! Remember:

Suzanne Matthies

8:23 pm on Tuesday, February 12, 2013

"Yes, I am your best friend, but when will it be your turn to be the designated driver?"   more ›

Thursday, January 31, 2013

Caption This: A Dog and Its Little Buddy

What's this dachshund thinking, as he snuggles up to his favorite toy?

Patch readers, you're up! We need your wit, creativity and animal psychic abilities to craft the perfect caption for the next edition of our pet photo caption challenge!  What's this pup thinking, as it cuddles up with his buddy? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6. The winner will be announced Thursday, Feb. 7.  The author of the winning caption and pet owner will receive a Patch-branded version of the photo, with the caption inserted.  Congratulations to last week's winner, Suzanne Matthies, with the winning caption to Caption This! Cat in a Box. Always good to have a "copy" cat when you run out of paper. Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our …

Joseph R. Martan

1:30 pm on Thursday, January 31, 2013

Hey bud, what kind of dachshund mischief can we get into?   more ›

Tuesday, January 29, 2013

Win 2 Tickets to Broadway in Chicago!

Patch is partnering with Broadway in Chicago to give away tickets to see "I Love Lucy" Feb. 13. One winner will be chosen from each of the 67 Patch cities/neighborhoods in the Chicago area.

Patch is partnering with Broadway in Chicago to give away tickets to see "I Love Lucy" Feb. 13.  The show is playing through March 17 at the Broadway Playhouse. One winner will be chosen from each of the 67 Patch cities/neighborhoods in the Chicago area. Enter to win by registering for the free Patch e-newsletter using the form at the top of this page. If you are already signed up for our newsletter, first, thank you! Second, you can still enter to win.  All participants must provide a valid email address. The mailing address must be complete and will only be visible to Patch employees and used solely for the purpose of distributing prizes. Tickets for the show are on sale now and begin at $35.  Open to legal residents of the 50 United …

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