Poker Playing Pooch Wins It All
A few weeks ago I introduced Jilli Dog, the most adorable basketball playing Yorkshire terrier.
So it became obvious to me that I am compelled to "cop" to the truth here. I have to admit I have become one of Jilli Dog's greatest fans, and often surf the 'net for articles and videos that feature this certified therapy dog's amazing talents. After all she is the world's only poker playing pooch!
Being a fairly decent poker player myself, I think it would be far more prudent for me to just "kibbutz" at the table as I am rather reluctant to sit down with Jilli Dog and her trainer, Rick Caran. Between those two I might easily fall prey to their obvious playing skill and might be taken to the cleaners. So I guess I will just sit back and relax as I watch those unsuspecting gamblers trust their luck in a game of "Five Card Stud" with these two proficient poker players.
For a delightful experience, take a moment to watch this clever and entertaining video uploaded to YouTube by looneytoobs.
"Canine" inspire you to play a hand or two, even as you watch your pile of chips dwindle into oblivion? Leave a comment and let us know if you are interesting in the challenge.
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Vicki May 25, 2009 11:49 AM
This is just priceless! I had two Yorkies and as much as I loved them, they were never this smart. I wonder how long it took him to train her to do this. How adorable!
Amy May 25, 2009 2:43 PM
Now that is precious! Thats one lucky little dog. He wins hands down.
brianna May 25, 2009 5:10 PM
you love dogs
Cheryl G May 25, 2009 6:42 PM
That was precious! Dogs definitely are man's best friend. :>)
JESSICA May 27, 2009 9:45 AM
LUCY DOG CAN HE SPLIT THAT MONY WITH ME
hilda July 20, 2009 11:29 PM
es precios como podria en senar esos juegos. yo tendre un yorkie en dos semanas, su nombre sera mia 07/20/09
Rick Caran November 6, 2009 7:15 PM
Thank you, Jo, for the delightful article about Jilli Dog and me! She is doing great, touring the US, and in the last year did a tour in Sweden, and will be in Italy and we hope Japan, in the Spring! We do fundraiser events for YTNR (Yorkie Rescue) as well as many other rescues, while on the road! She played Poker with Bette Midler and Kelly on the Regis and kelly Show, has been featured on Animal Planet, Disney TV, Aussie TV, Japan TV and much more! I write for Yorkie Club Magazine, where Jilli is featured in my training column (soon we will teach dog playing Poker, haha), and a column about unoque and fun things that people do with and for their dogs!-) Thanks again, maybe we'll meet, someday! best regards, Rick and Jilli Dog