LA CANINE, the world’s most popular glamour magazine for dogs, has found itself in the doghouse after unveiling its controversial new feature: a scratch-and-sniff “scenterfold,” promoted with the tagline, “Sniff a Fine Bitch.” The feature has sparked outrage among pet owners and advocacy groups while sending canine readers into a tail-wagging frenzy.
Dogs Caught "Scratching for the Articles"
While La Canine insists the Scenterfold is a celebration of canine beauty and individuality, not all dogs are sniffing the magazine with noble intentions. Reports of suspicious bathroom behavior have surfaced, as dogs retreat behind closed doors with the latest issue of La Canine, frantically scratching and sniffing.
“He’s in there for hours, and I can hear the scratching through the door,” said one frustrated owner of a Golden Retriever named Max. “He keeps saying, ‘I only read it for the articles,’ but I know what’s really going on.”
Owners report catching their dogs sheepishly hiding the magazine under their beds, occasionally blaming “the neighbor’s dog” when confronted.
“We can hear the sniffing and heavy breathing behind the couch,” an owner named Mel told us. “Just reading the articles? Really? Then why is the red rocket in launch position little man?”
The Scenterfold That’s Causing a Stir
This month’s scenterfold features Bella, a golden retriever with a luxurious coat and a come-hither gaze, posed elegantly on a designer dog bed. Readers are invited to scratch a scented patch to experience her signature aroma: bacon, tennis ball fuzz, and a hint of freshly dug dirt.
“We wanted to innovate,” said Öfelia Üppen-Döwne, editor-in-chief of La Canine and publisher of Some Kind of Diaper. “We’re not just a magazine. We’re an experience.”
However, critics argue that the scenterfold undermines the magazine’s otherwise reputable content, which includes grooming tips, chew toy reviews, and investigative exposés like this month’s hard-hitting feature, “Who’s a Good Boy? The Dark Side of Obedience Schools.”
Pet Owners Howl Over Privacy Concerns
Many owners are struggling with the fallout. “My Beagle used to bring the magazine into the living room,” said one exasperated reader. “Now, he sneaks it into the bathroom. It’s just weird. He won’t even make eye contact anymore.”
Other owners have reported finding shredded pieces of the scenterfold hidden in their dog’s crates. One Labrador owner described walking in on their pet mid-sniff, only for the dog to frantically bury the magazine under its paws.
“I felt like I interrupted something deeply personal,” the owner admitted.
La Canine Stands by Its Decision
Despite the backlash, La Canine remains unapologetic. “Dogs deserve a space to explore their interests without judgment,” Üppen-Döwne said. “Whether it’s scratching for the scenterfold or reading our award-winning article, ‘Why They Really Give You Peanut Butter,’ we support canine curiosity in all its forms.”
The magazine’s next issue is already stirring controversy, teasing a new feature called “Bone of the Month: Scratch & Sniff His Story.” Owners are bracing for another round of closed doors and suspicious scratching sounds.
As the scandal unfolds, one thing is clear: La Canine has not only pushed the boundaries of canine media—it’s given new meaning to “a dog’s private time.”
