It might have been said of the late Leona Helmsley that she treated people like dogs, but were it only so. In what was probably the only kind act of her life, Helmsley, who died August 20, left her white Maltese “Trouble” $12 million, while completely omitting two of her grandchildren from her will.

Not so “fetching”

I’m sure in her own way Helmsley loved her little pooch, but I don’t think that I would have wanted to be her dog, even for $12 million. Elaine keeps me well-fed and well-loved, and that’s all I need here on earth. After that, I’ll take my chances in the happy hunting ground.

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Interesting story last week about Fleishman Hillard and the launch of their Animal Care Practice (Thanks to my friend Amanda Chapel for the pointer. Get it? Pointer? Never mind.)

According to the FH release, ”Animals and humans share many of the same health care issues, from obesity to joint health to social anxiety.” I understand the new practice will focus on policy and issues management. Note to FH clients: I haven’t been in too many focus groups lately, but my big issues are oppressive and unnecessary leash laws that are a throwback to an earlier and shameful time in our history; making chew toys affordable for every dog regardless of socio-economic standing; and a restoration of respect for constitutionally guaranteed belly scratchings, a right afforded every American dog, but largely ignored by the current administration.

With that said, I wish FH all the best getting a leg up in this multi-billion dollar market.

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