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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 …

Thursday, January 24, 2013

Caption This! Cat in a Box

This sneaky cat is set to surprise the next passerby. What's it thinking, as it peeks out of its hiding place?

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 peeks out from its hiding place inside a box? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 30. The winner will be announced Thursday, Jan. 31.  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! Bird's Food Is In Sight, But Out of Reach. "Over-Seeding Anonymous" told me there would be days like this. Have a photo you…

Michel Devost

7:57 am on Sunday, February 24, 2013

Hello , You like the PETS !!! Let me show my beautiful creations of decorative mailboxes! Models : dogs, cats, horses, farm animals, wild animals, birds, vehicles, fish, snoopy. Be the first to own one of these very unique mailboxes! “ … This mailboxes will do turn the heads of the passers-by”. Web site : http://pages.globetrotter.net/miche/mailboxes.html   more ›

Thursday, January 17, 2013

Caption This! Bird's Food Is In Sight, But Out of Reach

What a cruel trick! This bird's food can see his food, but can't get to it. What's he 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 bird thinking, as he can see his food, but can't quite get to it? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 23. The winner will be announced Thursday, Jan. 24.  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, Michael Shanahan, with the winning caption to Caption This! Dog Warms Up by the Fire. Hotdog, anyone? Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our collection …

Jim R

11:36 am on Thursday, January 24, 2013

Sometimes it is not a matter of whether it is half empty or half full.   more ›

Thursday, January 10, 2013

Caption This! Dog Warms Up by the Fire

What's this dog thinking, as it warms up near a fire?

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 warms up by a stove? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 16. The winner will be announced Thursday, Jan. 17.  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, Erik Bloecks, with the winning caption to Caption This! That's One Lazy Cat. It is tough being a cat in a "dog eat dog" world. Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our collection …

Rose Curnutt

3:20 pm on Thursday, January 17, 2013

Someone change the channel...please.   more ›

Thursday, January 3, 2013

Caption This! That's One Lazy Cat

What's this cat thinking, as it kicks back and relaxes?

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 slouches and relaxes on the couch?  Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 9. The winner will be announced Thursday, Jan. 10.  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, Dianne Carter, with the winning caption to Caption This! That's One Exhausted Pooch: The whole world looks upside down. What did I do last night? Have a photo you'd like captioned in future …

Ice Man

8:26 pm on Thursday, January 3, 2013

It is tough being a cat in a "dog eat dog" world.   more ›

Thursday, December 27, 2012

Caption This! That's One Exhausted Pooch

Someone looks a little sleepy. What's this dog 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 dog thinking, as it stares sleepily at the camera? Suggest your caption in the Comments section below. Comments will close at 9 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 2. The winner will be announced Thursday, Jan. 3.  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, Michael, with the winning caption to Cat Takes Shelter in Water Bottle Box. Gross, there's a hair in my water... Have a photo you'd like captioned in future editions? Add it to our collection and your…

Ice Man

8:44 pm on Saturday, December 29, 2012

I think I hear the remote that got stuck in the cushions.   more ›

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