Press Release

February 23rd, 2010

Powderhouse renews contract for Dogs 101, top rated series on Animal Planet.

Powderhouse Productions renews contract for Season 3 of DOGS 101 . Lets take a look at what previous seasons have brought us as we get ready for what is to come. Videos available at http://www.powderhouse.net/nature-animals.php

Season 1

They have the courage to chase lions, the dignity to sit at the feet of royalty and some say even the smarts to read. They are the best companions of the human race—dogs and cats. This 10-episode series is the most comprehensive look at dogs and cats on television. The first eight episodes explore the most popular dog breeds, from the lovable French bulldog to the heroic Labrador retriever. Two cat episodes follow providing a complete picture of the amazing variety of cat breeds. With more than 150 dog breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club DOGS 101 will spotlight the adorable, the feisty and the unexpected.  Does the St. Bernard have a sixth sense for predicting avalanches? Can the Whippet see in the dark? Which breed is still used as a life guard? DOGS 101 uncovers surprising details about everyone’s favorite dog breeds from the Airedale Terrier to the Yorkie.  Learn which dog breeds are best for urban living and which ones are most family friendly.  Using a mix of animal experts, the personal stories of pet owners and stylized dog photography, DOGS 101 is an unprecedented look at man’s best friend.


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Season 2

They have the stamina to run for miles, the dignity to sit at the feet of royalty, and some even say the ability to ward off bad luck! They are the best companions of the human race—dogs and cats. This 12-episode series is the most comprehensive look at dogs and cats on television. The first five episodes explore some of the most popular dog breeds, from the adorable Dalmatian to the stoic Siberian Husky. Three cat episodes follow providing a complete picture of the astonishing variety of cat breeds.  In the remaining four dog episodes we’ll meet the rarest breeds, learn everything there is to know about puppies, determine which is the ugliest dog, and meet the newest designer breeds.

With more than 150 dog breeds recognized by the American Kennel Club, DOGS 101 will spotlight the charming, the whip-smart and the surprising. Is the Border Collie so intelligent, he can recognize over 200 objects by name? Does the Dalmatian even have spots in his mouth? And did a Pomeranian really help Michelangelo paint the Sistine Chapel? DOGS 101uncovers extraordinary details about everyone’s favorite dog breeds from the Pekingese to the Bernese Mountain Dog.  Learn which dog breeds are best for urban living and which ones are best suited for families.  CATS 101 will showcase the diversity of pedigreed felines recognized by the Cat Fanciers Association, from the Ocicat to the Russian Blue.  How did the Manx lose its’ tail?  Why is the Bombay considered a ‘parlor panther’? And which breed was the companion choice of Vikings? Using a mix of animal experts, the personal stories of pet owners and stylized pet photography, DOGS/CATS 101 is an unprecedented look at man’s furry friends


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