Pupcicle.

Greetings, Gentle Readers.

Upon the occurrence of today's chill in our borough of Brooklyn, New York, my charming, young Whippet colleague, Morgane has agreed to join me in a dialogue on the comparative merits and detriments of the seasonal conditions. I will begin.

I, Mordred T. Dog am an Irish Wolfhound. We, as a breed, possess a dual coat consisting of a soft under layer, and a harsh, wiry outer layer – ideal for weathering the extremes of the winter, well, weather. (Look at me – I made a funny.) My dear Morgane, would you care to present the results of your research?

I'm cold.

Ah yes. The cold. Irish Wolfhounds have been bred to thrive in the chilly, damp climes of our native Celtic land. We are of hardy constitution, and can easily withstand temperature plunges down to 19 below zero. And my considerably more petite sighthound colleague, the Whippet?

I'm cold.

Oh, the cold! Doesn't it simply invigorate every one of your senses? Making your nostrils tingle, your paw pads sing, and your…

Mr. Mordred, I'm awfully, awfully cold. Whippets don't have any body fat, and I believe my little nosie has fallen right off.

Yes, Morgane, but you look ever so fetching in your winter ensemble. The snood and coat bring out the lovely colors in your fur. I, Mordred T. Dog need no such accoutrements to supplement the natural weather protection of my luxurious, but rugged pelt, but even if I did, I am certain I would not be half as attractive as you, ma chere Whippet.

Why thank you kindly, Mr. Mordred. That's really… Um, Mr. Mordred?...

Yes, my dear?

I'm cold.

Sigh. I suppose I'm not going to make much conversational headway in this particular company, but I'd wager that the handsome Mr. Axel G. Swissie would have something to say on the subject. Slip me some paw, brother dog?

And if you, or someone you love are a super-happy winter pup, I would be most delighted to make your acquaintance. Most delighted, indeed.

M.T.D.

p.s. I'm still awfully, awfully cold. Might anyone have a little blanket? A warm cup of chicken broth? I'll take anything...

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