Bank Dogs

After finally deciding to break up with Bank of America, I set up an account at Chicago's local North Community Bank. Despite some initial concerns, I've been happy with the new bank so far - I've enjoyed the many ATMs and locations around the city, the friendly staff, and the smug feeling that I'm supporting a local institution instead of a creepy giant bank with questionable practices. And though I don't like to make decisions based on gimmicks, I can't help but like the fact that North Community is Chicago's only dog-friendly bank (owing to the fact that the owner's wife founded PAWS, a no-kill humane society). During my first visit to the Uptown branch, a couple came in with their two pups, including the Cocker Spaniel above. This guy seems pretty pleased with the bank as he checks out the $10,000 loan offer.

Happy Thanksgiving

After a bit of a hiatus, here's a Springer Spaniel I met in the neighborhood. I've been meeting tons of great dogs lately, but I seem to always forget my camera on the days when the best dogs come around. You'll have to trust that there are a lot of wonderful mental photos of puppies in my mind.