Joy Douglas is the owner of the Zing Salon in Boulder, Colorado. She faces legal action over the allegation she dyed her pet poodle Cici pink in defiance of a Boulder ordinance against the dyeing of animals. Douglas was initially issued a ticket and fined $1000, and will eventually appear for a hearing as well.
Fast Facts:
- Claims to have "colored" Cici pink to promote breast cancer awareness
- Claims to have used organic beet juice
- Critics claim she used dye meant for humans
- Fine amount: $1000
- Has been dyeing Cici for three years
Quotes:
- "Cici will be pink until they kick us out of the city of Boulder." - Joy Douglas
Joy Douglas News
Rocky Mountain News: Former workers dispute pink poodle owner's claims (March 12, 2008)
The Denver Post: Boulder's pink poodle owner preps for legal fight (March 11, 2008)
Boulder Daily Camera: Salon owner's pink-poodle passion to dye for? (March 11, 2008)
Google News: Joy Douglas News
Brightcove Video: A Pink Dog Affair (Time: 0:56)
Joy Douglas Blogs and Commentaries
WJBF.com: YOU DECIDE: Is A Fine For Dyeing a Poodle Fair? (March 11, 2008)
Rocky Talk Live: Is the pink poodle's owner a lawbreaker? (March 11, 2008)
Smartdogs' Weblog: On Pink Poodles and Pet Ownership (March 12, 2008)
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