Community Corner
Meet Santino: Westchase Patch Pet of the Week
This week, meet April Biss and her Chiweenie (Chihuahua & Dashound mix), Santino. They live in West Park Village.
Patch: When and where was your pet born?
April Biss: Unsure, we adopted Santino at Pet Pels in St. Petersburg, Florida and he was one year at the time.
Patch: How about a Nemesis?
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Biss: He hates anyone who rings the door bell.
Patch: Favorite song or TV show?
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Biss: PITTSBURGH'S GOING TO THE SUPERBOWL (here we go!)
Patch: What did he get for Christmas?
Biss: After an 18 hour drive to visit family in Pittsburgh, PA he was showered with a bunch of toys and chewies.
Patch: If your dog was a ice cream flavor what would it be?
Biss: Oreo Blizzard.
Patch: Favorite place to take a nap?
Biss: Mommy's lap.
Patch: Favorite place to walk or play?
Biss: Honeymoon Island beach.
Patch: What is his favorite snack or treat?
Biss: Peanut Butter Dog Icecream.
Patch: When is his favorite play time?
Biss: Anytime.
Patch: What tricks can he do?
Biss: Sit, shake, speak, turn around, lay down, roll over.
Patch: Does your pet beg for table-scraps? If so, does he have a favorite?
Biss: Of course. Hot dogs.
Patch: Does he get along with cats?
Biss: We have two cats who he would love to play with but they both see him as prey
Patch: Has he taken a particular liking to any frequent visitors? aka - mailman, trash collector, fedex guy, etc
Biss: My parents stay with us during the winter for a few months, and he has bonded with them when they visit.
Make sure to check out next week's column when we hear more from April Biss and the story of her late Jack Russel mix, Winka. The story will put tears to your eyes, but hopefully will inspire you to adopt a pet into your home if you are able.