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Here we share the tale of Thurber the Yellow Lab in four sections:

SYNDICATED HUMOR COLUMN – Tom Purcell appears in 400 newspapers, and his new Thurber’s Tail feature is doggone funny!
WHY DOES MY DOG? – Learn why dogs (and puppies!) do the funny things they do – and how to provide them the best love and care!
TIPS FROM A NEW DOG DAD – Follow along as Tom writes a book recounting his first year with Thurber, and provides puppy tips he wishes he had known!
FUNNY DOG VIDEOS – Thurber the Talking Lab shares fun, silly and sentimental videos!

Learn more about Thurber and Tom. Email us at ThurbersTail@gmail.com!

“Labosecond:” The time it takes Thurber to destroy the blue pen I just dropped!

Thurber's Tail: Syndicated Dog Humor Column

Syndicated humor columnist and author Tom Purcell — his columns appear in more than 400 newspapers — has launched a new weekly column, Thurber’s Tail. It features funny stories and “tales” about his Labrador, Thurber, and lessons he ‘s learning as a new dog dad!

Thurber’s Tail Column: How Puppies Can Change Our World

Coffee. I needed coffee. And sleep. And food. That’s the experience [...]

Thurber’s Tail Column: My Dog Brought Joy to My Elderly Dad

(EDITOR’s NOTE: This column is an excerpt from Tom Purcell’s new [...]

Thurber’s Tail Column: Can Dogs Talk?

I’ve always loved dogs who talk in TV shows and movies. [...]

Why Does My Dog?

Tom answers common dog questions with well-researched answers to explain why dogs do the funny things they do!

What Toys Make The Best Christmas Gifts For Puppies?

What Toys Are Safe For Puppies?

Why Do Dog’s Love Sticks So Much?

Life with Thurber: Tips from a new Dog Dad

Follow along as Tom writes a book recounting his first year with Thurber, and provides tips he wishes he had known to help you prepare for your first puppy!

Chapter #6: The Day I Brought Thurber Home

He wanted nothing to do with me. After a long 6 ½ week wait — [...]

Chapter #5: Don’t Let the Worrying Begin!

Google is one of the finest — and certainly one of the worst — creations [...]

Chapter #4: Why We Named Him Thurber

(Tell us the story of your dog’s name. Write your comments in the box at [...]

Fun Dog Videos

Thurber has been 68 pounds for well over a year but still too big to fit snugly in his favorite recliner!

Thurber will celebrate his 2nd birthday on Christmas Day, 2022. This video celebrates his first year!

We got some snow already, but Thurber can’t wait for a nice thick coating so he can really play!

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