Toto, the companion of Dorothy in the “Wizard of Oz.” has survived flying inside a Kansas tornado, being abducted by the infamous Wicked Witch of the West and waking up from the deadly poppy field. Now the legendary canine must survive in yet another war, but this time between politicians and PETA members. This uproar derives from the decision of whether or not Toto should be named the state dog of Kansas. A Kansas legislator supports the idea of Cairn terrier to become the official dog of the state while PETA challenges the idea, suggesting the heart healthy all American “mutt” should be labeled as the state dog of Kansas. Your Kansas professional movers will be actively listening for the update of which canine, if any; will be the state dog of Kansas.

“To me, the cairn terrier is as much of Kansas as sunflowers are.”—Brenda Moore of the South Central Kansas Kennel Club