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14 hours ago
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Bulldog Charms Guests at Wedding, Joins Bride and Groom's First Dance (Exclusive)
Bruno Jham and Beth Dunfee incorporated their 3-year-old pet English bulldog, Pancake, into their wedding reception on May 31 "She's just such a central part of everything we do. I couldn't imagine such a big ceremony without her being present," the groom tells PEOPLE Pancake was "super excited" for all of the attention from guests, and to join her owners for their first danceA bride and groom's beloved bulldog adorably stole the attention at their wedding. Three years after Bruno Jham and Beth Dunfee started dating, they adopted their first and only pet together, an English bulldog named Pancake. When the couple decided to get married, they knew they couldn't do so without their fur baby by their side. So, they hosted their wedding reception at their home following their courthouse ceremony in Chicago on May 31. "Pancake is just such an important part of our lives," Jham tells PEOPLE. "She's just such a central part of everything we do. I couldn't imagine such a big ceremony without her being present." The 3-year-old dog — who has nearly 125,000 followers on TikTok and 100,000 followers on Instagram — loved all the attention at the wedding. She wiggled in excitement and even peed "sprinkles of joy" as she greeted guests while wearing a custom white dress with a large silver bow. "She was incredibly happy just to be around so many different people," Jham says. "Everybody gives her attention, and she just loves being around people. She's more of a human. She likes humans more than other dogs, I would say." Pancake was "super excited" to be around all the kids at the wedding. "There was a little girl who was just following her around all night, wouldn't leave her alone, so Pancake was really part of the party," Jham says. "She was just doing her thing, hanging out with other guests, and she was just feeling very comfortable with the whole thing." is now available in the Apple App Store! Download it now for the most binge-worthy celeb content, exclusive video clips, astrology updates and more! Although Pancake would eventually ditch her party dress, she wasn't finished partying. When Elvis Presley's "Can't Help Falling in Love" began playing, she knew it was her time to shine, and joined her owners for a portion of their first dance. "Something old, something new and something with jowls," Jham captioned footage of the dance, which was shared on social media. "She was right next to us, so we were like, 'Let's have her be a part of it since she's so special to us,' " Jham remembers. When the music stopped, Pancake began barking. The bulldog, who is known as "The Baby Pancake" online, "wanted more." Afterward, Jham and Dunfee — who started dating in 2018 and got Pancake in 2021 — posed with Pancake as a caricaturist drew a portrait of them. They then took photos together in a photo booth. Jham teases that Pancake has a "duo personality." "She's super loving and sweet at one point, and then she gets super sassy and feisty at other times of the day," he says. "We joke that she likes to attack us. She's just [a] really fun and loving dog, and we are very happy to have her in our life." The wedding was "the highlight of her week." Spending time with so many people at once was admittedly "exhausting" for Pancake, who "slept for two days after the party." However, Jham points out that's not actually too different from her usual routine of "just sleeping all day." Read the original article on People
Yahoo
23-05-2025
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Bulldog Who's 'Had Enough' of Ducks on Her Property Proves She Means Business
Uh oh. Pancake's on patrol! The Bulldog was guarding her human's pool recently when she saw two invaders trying to weasel their way in — a pair of ducks! Well Pancake wasn't going to let that fly, nope, not at all. And now a video of the dog taking action has people cracking up online. The Bulldog was truly peeved when she came outside and realized the ducks were back. What gives! This is her home and she wasn't about to let these birds come and disturb her. The two birds were minding their own business, taking a swim in the water. Little did they know they'd be facing Pancake's fury soon enough. Pancake was really in a huff. She spotted the ducks immediately and decided that they had to leave — right now! First the Bulldog staked out her prey and then like lightning (or a Bulldog's version of lightning), she sprinted after them. Shoo, shoo! 'Pancake had enough of the ducks on her property,' the video's text overlay reads. 'So she decided to take action. Watch her predator instincts kick in.' Sadly for Pancake, she didn't get the ducks this time. But don't worry, pupper! Next time you'll get 'em good! 'What a close call,' the caption reads. People in the comments section couldn't help but laugh. 'Those ducks were almost pancakes themselves!!' joked one commenter. 'They weren't prepared for Pancake's sheer agility and speed,' teased someone else. 'We had ducks for the first time this year! Our dog chased them too! Pancake is so cute,' praised another person. 'She meant business! I can just imagine her muttering 'Yeah, you better…'' quipped another commenter. We bet those ducks won't be coming back anytime soon, not with Pancake with around. Looking for more PetHelpful updates? Follow us on YouTube for more entertaining videos. Or, share your own adorable pet by submitting a video, and sign up for our newsletter for the latest pet updates and tips. Bulldog Who's 'Had Enough' of Ducks on Her Property Proves She Means Business first appeared on PetHelpful on May 22, 2025
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04-05-2025
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How to Stay in Touch With Your Friends
This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new ideas, and recommends the best in culture. Sign up for it here. Welcome back to The Daily's Sunday culture edition. Friendships sometimes fall to the wayside out of not malice but unintended neglect. When life's responsibilities pile up, performing the requisite (though enjoyable) friendship maintenance can sink lower and lower on the to-do list. So we asked The Atlantic's writers and editors: How do you like to stay in touch with your friends? Lately, I've been trying to connect with friends when I find myself thinking about them—especially if it involves a funny memory that we share. A recent example: I was driving on the Pennsylvania Turnpike a few weeks ago when a song came on the radio by a beloved female pop legend. My mind jumped to my friend Anne, whose husband is an old friend of said pop legend. Anne, however, is not a fan, because the artist was once very mean to her dog, Pancake. Next thing I know, I'm calling Anne, whom I had not seen since before the coronavirus pandemic. I told her that I had just heard a song by this particular Grammy-winning, dog-hating singer—and that I did not enjoy the song, out of loyalty to Anne and to the memory of Pancake (since departed). Great laughter ensued on both ends. 'I have nothing else. I just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you and why,' I told Anne. 'Thank you!' she said, still laughing. 'This makes my night.' The exchange took less than a minute. The joy lasted longer. — Mark Leibovich, staff writer *** Don't get me wrong: I love—love—gabbing with the girls. But sometimes, I'm so tired that I can't hold up my end of the chat. I haven't a single juicy life update to share. I wish to simply listen to my friends talk—like a live podcast?—but conversation is apparently a 'two-way street.' In these moments, there's nothing better than sitting side by side, silently, in the dark. I'm talking about movies! I've gotten in a lovely rhythm: Some pals and I have the app Mubi Go, which allows you to watch one film in theaters each week and does the work of choosing for you. This way, we know we'll get together regularly; it's just a matter of coordinating which day to watch. If the movie is one I've never heard of before, I like to show up without Googling the title, so I truly have no idea what I'm in for. Afterwards, we've got plenty to talk about; we compare notes over a snack or a drink, debating divergent interpretations or naming scenes that moved or frustrated us. And you know I'll be sending movie-review links in the group chat until the next showing—so the dialogue never ends, in the best way. — Faith Hill, staff writer *** My roommate has a sweet, older black Lab named Ethel. Lately, I've been asking my friends to come with Ethel and me to the dog park near our apartment for some people-watching, especially now that the cherry blossoms are in bloom. We've seen a man playing the saxophone on our street corner, pickup-basketball games on the courts, and plenty of picnics along the field's perimeter. While my friend and I catch up and exchange gossip, Ethel also gets to socialize with some of her friends: Pluto the dalmatian, Ruthie the Samoyed, Anchovy the Chihuahua. Going to the dog park is great because it's low-commitment and endlessly entertaining; it gets me and my friends into the sunshine, and it gives Ethel an extra hour of playtime too. — Genevieve Finn, assistant editor *** I'm always reading books, watching shows, and listening to music that friends have recommended to me (which may help explain the tens of thousands of minutes I logged on Spotify last year). We talk about what we liked and disliked, and I'll often send them recommendations of my own. It's an easy way to connect with friends who live far away or have busy schedules: Why not make some time to listen to a good song? Occasionally, this practice has taken me outside my usual viewing and listening habits. Once, a friend asked me if I'd watch horror movies with him, a genre that I wasn't interested in—and a little afraid of. But he said that no one else would go with him, and I wanted to hang out. That's how I found myself sitting in the front row of a theater, watching vacationers get picked off one by one in Midsommar. I surprised myself by growing to like the genre. When the pandemic hit months later, we saw a horror movie together almost every weekend over Zoom. Of course, friendship is about more than just having the same taste. But investing in those points of connection can lead to other conversations, ones that go deeper than what's on your screen or in your headphones. — Will Gordon, senior associate editor *** Much has been made of how people of my generation (Millennials) and younger don't like to talk on the phone anymore. Texting is the primary medium of friendship these days. I accept this, and I do like to text (please, don't stop texting me, friends!). But since texting took over, the phone call seems to have become a drawn-out affair. My friends and I text to schedule a time to catch up over the phone, and block out an hour or two on the calendar. It's a Whole Thing, a big, hearty meal. As satisfying as this is, if that's the standard we hold, we'll be more reluctant to call one another regularly. And that's a real shame. The snack-size phone call is a dying art, but I'm trying to keep it alive. I love a random, unscheduled chat. I love to hear my phone ring and not see 'Potential Spam,' as expected, but instead the name of a dear friend. I love to give a pal a quick jingle and chat for a few minutes while I'm walking to the store, or folding laundry, or even soaking in the bathtub. Hearing a friend's voice and having them keep me company in life's mundane moments is so lovely—even just for a couple of minutes. — Julie Beck, staff writer Here are three Sunday reads from The Atlantic: Why are young people everywhere so unhappy? Derek Thompson: Something alarming is happening to the job market. What parents of boys should know The Week Ahead Friendship, a comedy film starring Paul Rudd and Tim Robinson about a suburban man who meets his charming new neighbor (in select theaters Friday) Season 2 of Poker Face, a mystery show about a woman who's a human lie detector (premieres Thursday on Peacock) Pink Elephant, a new album from the indie-rock band Arcade Fire (out Tuesday) Essay The End of the 'Generic' Grocery-Store Brand By Ellen Cushing Inflation is (pretty) high, economic growth is stagnant, food prices are soaring, and Americans are once again turning to store-brand goods: In 2024, sales grew 3.9 percent, and the year before that, 5 percent. But this time, people actually want to be buying the stuff … If grocery-store products used to be unremarkable, undesirable, inferior—the thing you bought because it was cheap and available—they have, over the past decade or so, become a draw. Read the full article. More in Culture Thunderbolts* answers Marvel's biggest question. Who's afraid of Gen Z's squeaky-clean, backflipping bro? Six books you'll want to read outdoors A new book challenges the Church's reputation on sex. The conversation that moviegoers don't need to be having Does anyone still hitchhike? Catch Up on Our cover story: Donald Trump believes he's invincible. Inside Mike Waltz's White House exit Tom Nichols: A witch hunt at the State Department Photo Album Take a look at the winning and honored photos from the GDT Nature Photographer of the Year competition. Explore all of our newsletters. When you buy a book using a link in this newsletter, we receive a commission. Thank you for supporting The Atlantic. Article originally published at The Atlantic
Atlantic
04-05-2025
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How to Stay in Touch With Your Friends
This is an edition of The Atlantic Daily, a newsletter that guides you through the biggest stories of the day, helps you discover new ideas, and recommends the best in culture. Sign up for it here. Welcome back to The Daily's Sunday culture edition. Friendships sometimes fall to the wayside out of not malice but unintended neglect. When life's responsibilities pile up, performing the requisite (though enjoyable) friendship maintenance can sink lower and lower on the to-do list. So we asked The Atlantic 's writers and editors: How do you like to stay in touch with your friends? Lately, I've been trying to connect with friends when I find myself thinking about them—especially if it involves a funny memory that we share. A recent example: I was driving on the Pennsylvania Turnpike a few weeks ago when a song came on the radio by a beloved female pop legend. My mind jumped to my friend Anne, whose husband is an old friend of said pop legend. Anne, however, is not a fan, because the artist was once very mean to her dog, Pancake. Next thing I know, I'm calling Anne, whom I had not seen since before the coronavirus pandemic. I told her that I had just heard a song by this particular Grammy-winning, dog-hating singer—and that I did not enjoy the song, out of loyalty to Anne and to the memory of Pancake (since departed). Great laughter ensued on both ends. 'I have nothing else. I just wanted to let you know I was thinking of you and why,' I told Anne. 'Thank you!' she said, still laughing. 'This makes my night.' The exchange took less than a minute. The joy lasted longer. — Mark Leibovich, staff writer *** Don't get me wrong: I love— love —gabbing with the girls. But sometimes, I'm so tired that I can't hold up my end of the chat. I haven't a single juicy life update to share. I wish to simply listen to my friends talk—like a live podcast?—but conversation is apparently a 'two-way street.' In these moments, there's nothing better than sitting side by side, silently, in the dark. I'm talking about movies! I've gotten in a lovely rhythm: Some pals and I have the app Mubi Go, which allows you to watch one film in theaters each week and does the work of choosing for you. This way, we know we'll get together regularly; it's just a matter of coordinating which day to watch. If the movie is one I've never heard of before, I like to show up without Googling the title, so I truly have no idea what I'm in for. Afterwards, we've got plenty to talk about; we compare notes over a snack or a drink, debating divergent interpretations or naming scenes that moved or frustrated us. And you know I'll be sending movie-review links in the group chat until the next showing—so the dialogue never ends, in the best way. — Faith Hill, staff writer My roommate has a sweet, older black Lab named Ethel. Lately, I've been asking my friends to come with Ethel and me to the dog park near our apartment for some people-watching, especially now that the cherry blossoms are in bloom. We've seen a man playing the saxophone on our street corner, pickup-basketball games on the courts, and plenty of picnics along the field's perimeter. While my friend and I catch up and exchange gossip, Ethel also gets to socialize with some of her friends: Pluto the dalmatian, Ruthie the Samoyed, Anchovy the Chihuahua. Going to the dog park is great because it's low-commitment and endlessly entertaining; it gets me and my friends into the sunshine, and it gives Ethel an extra hour of playtime too. — Genevieve Finn, assistant editor *** I'm always reading books, watching shows, and listening to music that friends have recommended to me (which may help explain the tens of thousands of minutes I logged on Spotify last year). We talk about what we liked and disliked, and I'll often send them recommendations of my own. It's an easy way to connect with friends who live far away or have busy schedules: Why not make some time to listen to a good song? Occasionally, this practice has taken me outside my usual viewing and listening habits. Once, a friend asked me if I'd watch horror movies with him, a genre that I wasn't interested in—and a little afraid of. But he said that no one else would go with him, and I wanted to hang out. That's how I found myself sitting in the front row of a theater, watching vacationers get picked off one by one in Midsommar. I surprised myself by growing to like the genre. When the pandemic hit months later, we saw a horror movie together almost every weekend over Zoom. Of course, friendship is about more than just having the same taste. But investing in those points of connection can lead to other conversations, ones that go deeper than what's on your screen or in your headphones. — Will Gordon, senior associate editor *** Much has been made of how people of my generation (Millennials) and younger don't like to talk on the phone anymore. Texting is the primary medium of friendship these days. I accept this, and I do like to text (please, don't stop texting me, friends!). But since texting took over, the phone call seems to have become a drawn-out affair. My friends and I text to schedule a time to catch up over the phone, and block out an hour or two on the calendar. It's a Whole Thing, a big, hearty meal. As satisfying as this is, if that's the standard we hold, we'll be more reluctant to call one another regularly. And that's a real shame. The snack-size phone call is a dying art, but I'm trying to keep it alive. I love a random, unscheduled chat. I love to hear my phone ring and not see 'Potential Spam,' as expected, but instead the name of a dear friend. I love to give a pal a quick jingle and chat for a few minutes while I'm walking to the store, or folding laundry, or even soaking in the bathtub. Hearing a friend's voice and having them keep me company in life's mundane moments is so lovely—even just for a couple of minutes. — Julie Beck, staff writer Here are three Sunday reads from The Atlantic: The Week Ahead Friendship, a comedy film starring Paul Rudd and Tim Robinson about a suburban man who meets his charming new neighbor (in select theaters Friday) Season 2 of Poker Face, a mystery show about a woman who's a human lie detector (premieres Thursday on Peacock) Pink Elephant, a new album from the indie-rock band Arcade Fire (out Tuesday) Essay The End of the 'Generic' Grocery-Store Brand By Ellen Cushing Inflation is (pretty) high, economic growth is stagnant, food prices are soaring, and Americans are once again turning to store-brand goods: In 2024, sales grew 3.9 percent, and the year before that, 5 percent. But this time, people actually want to be buying the stuff … If grocery-store products used to be unremarkable, undesirable, inferior—the thing you bought because it was cheap and available—they have, over the past decade or so, become a draw. More in Culture Catch Up on The Atlantic Photo Album Take a look at the winning and honored photos from the GDT Nature Photographer of the Year competition.
Yahoo
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
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English Bulldog Transforms Into a 'Tyrant' Every Night and It's Downright Irresistible
The way that dogs feel about bedtime can often be very similar to the way that toddlers feel about it: It's going to happen on their schedule or not at all. And despite the fact that, in many situations, bedtime routines are necessary for our pups so that they (and us) can get a good night's sleep, many of them are going to protest anyway, and the English Bulldog in the video below has a particularly bossy way of doing it. On Wednesday, April 30, @thebabypancake shared the way Pancake becomes a "tyrant" every single night around the same time, and as we can see here, by "tyrant," they mean growling, barking, and jumping all over the couch. "The terror lasts about 45 minutes at which point she retreats," her human wrote in the video. "Then we wait in fear until the next day when it all starts again." I would be totally okay letting an English Bulldog who is this cute rule the household at the end of the day. After all, by that point, I'm way too tired to do it myself! If you notice your dog suddenly becomes super bossy and active just as you're trying to wind down for the day the way that Pancake does, rest assured that this is totally normal behavior — even if it is a lot to handle at the end of the day. According to the American Kennel Club (AKC), getting bedtime zoomies (which is more formally known as FRAP, or Frenetic Random Activity Period) is your dog's way of getting the last of their energy out before tucking in for the night, and it's especially common in puppies or dogs who are crated until it's close to bedtime. So how can you manage them? Sometimes, zoomers are gonna zoom — it's just in their nature. But if you want to help them get that energy out at a more convenient time or location, it's worth taking them for a nice, long walk after dinner, or taking more time during the day for exercise, whether it's a game of fetch or giving them free range of the backyard.🐶🐾🐾
