Many dogs have a favorite toy that they share a special bond with. They don’t always have a logical reason for loving it, but that’s what makes it adorable. A Golden Retriever named Jolene is obsessed with her Gumby toy, so her humans decided to give her a special surprise. In a viral video, Jolene is playing with her toy and minding her own business when a life-sized Gumby enters the room. Her reaction is priceless, and it’s sure to … Read more

Huge congratulations go to Unity, a German Shepherd who recently gave birth to a litter of 16 healthy puppies. This big litter is actually the largest born through the Guide Dogs UK breeding program in its 60-year history. According to the American Kennel Club, the average litter size for German Shepherds is eight puppies. That means Unity’s litter is over twice the average size! Matthew Bottomley, Guide Dogs’ head of breeding operations said in a statement: “A litter of sixteen … Read more

Often, the family members who don’t want a dog end up being the most obsessed with the it. That’s what happened with a California man and the Beagle his partner adopted, Toby. In a TikTok video that has since gone viral, Missa (who goes by @jalapeno.pop on the app) shared the story of her partner and her dog learning their similarities and becoming best friends. It’s, to say the least, extremely sweet. Captions on the viral video state: “My partner … Read more

The most unlikely friends are often the most heartwarming. Trinity, a Pekinese mix, befriends a lot of dogs when she stays at the Ajax PetsHotel daycare. While she usually spends time with the other small dogs, she quickly formed a special bond with Buck the Malamute. Trinity befriended the gentle giant at the Ontario facility before the COVID-19 pandemic began. But when the daycare closed for a while, they were both heartbroken. So, the staff decided to make their reunion … Read more

When it comes to fostering dogs, every experience is different. Some dogs find forever homes immediately while others have to wait a little longer. In many cases, it all comes down to how well foster families advertise adoptable dogs. The more cute videos and stories they share, the more interested adopters become. One silly photo or video could change a foster dog’s life! Content about foster dogs that goes viral is even better. If news sites pick up stories about … Read more

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for that someone in your life who’s obsessed with their dog? Or, do you just think your dog deserves to be plastered on more stuff in your own home? Well, the “Your Dog” Breaks The Internet: Personalized Board Game is what you need. Yappy.com, which calls itself “a personalized shop for dogs, cats, and their humans,” sells all kinds of adorable products tailored to your dog. You may have heard of the “Where’s Waldo”-esque … Read more

The only thing sweeter than a heartwarming fundraiser is one that features lots of adorable canines! A group of Dachshund lovers in Alice Springs, Australia, wanted to meet up for the cutest dog event. They later decided to use the event to raise funds for animals in need at the local shelter. At first, the organizers had no idea how many dachshunds would show up, but they ended up being pleasantly surprised with the results. Not only did they help … Read more

Many people are too afraid to ride a horse bareback. An Australian Shepherd named Robin Hood (Robin for short) certainly isn’t, and he’s at his happiest when riding atop his best friend, a horse named Teddy. The 3-year-old Aussie met the Andalusian horse when he was just a puppy and she was, well, horse-sized. Theirs was a very fast, and very sweet friendship. According to Emily Sebryk, Teddy and Robin’s mom, they both act a little like each other. Apparently, … Read more

Sparkle’s neighbors in Somerville, Massachusetts all knew her. The dog spent her days lazing around in her front yard next to a sign that introduced her and a bottle of hand sanitizer for germ-free pets. People walking by were encouraged to stop and give her some much-deserved attention. For the past month, Sparkle rested under a new sign, one that revealed her unfortunate diagnosis. The 11-year-old had an incurable cancer in her upper jaw. Sparkle’s mom, Melora Rush, said she … Read more

Sadly, the so-called “spooky season” has come to a close as the calendar now reads November. Luckily, these first few days of November are the ones where we get to reminisce (too soon) about the fun Halloween happenings of the year. One particularly sweet new tradition came about this year in Statesville, North Carolina. On Friday, October 29th, 2021, Iredell County Animal Services opened its doors to little monsters, superheroes, and princesses. I’m talking of course about human trick-or-treaters. The … Read more

Most kids adore dogs, especially if they grew up with a furry friend by their side. But some kids and dogs have bonds that are closer than the average companions, and they’re extra cute too! A little girl named Willow grew up with Peaches the Bulldog beside her every step of the way. Peaches is one of the most tolerant, easygoing dogs you’ll ever meet, and she loves to be with her human. Willow’s family recorded her interactions with Peaches … Read more

Tika is an Italian Greyhound who’s known for her wardrobe of over 300 outfits! While it might seem a bit excessive for a dog, these outfits have given the pup social media fame. Since Italian Greyhounds can’t tolerate cold weather well, Tika’s human always dresses her up to feel cozier. Yet, it didn’t take long for those casual dog sweaters to become runway-worthy looks. Now, Tika has over a million Instagram followers, and people are always excited to see what … Read more

In 2019, the Washington Capitals added a furry team member: a puppy named Captain! Captain stayed with the team as he trained to become a service dog for a veteran. Saying goodbye to Captain was bittersweet, but the team was so happy to be a part of his journey. So, they decided to go on a similar adventure all over again. The hockey team recently introduced fans to 9-week-old Biscuit, who is a Chocolate Labrador puppy. Biscuit will hang out … Read more

Guinness is a good boy. He loves his family, both the humans and his dog siblings. And judging by the frost on his handsome face, he’s been taking care of his fam for many, many years. So when his family recently grew by four little paws and a set of kitty whiskers, Guinness proved to be quite excited by the addition, thinking his family adopted a kitten just for him. Because he’s the best dog, it was no surprise Guinness … Read more

Last year, Lamb Chop, the puppy mill survivor, won People Magazine’s World’s Cutest Rescue Dog Contest. But who will win this year? People Magazine announced the top ten rescued cuties of 2021 at the beginning of September, and they recently narrowed it down to the top three finalists. All the finalists are adorable and worthy of the top spot, but only one can be crowned the winner. So, let’s take a look at all the dogs that made it into … Read more

When you think of dog shows, maybe you imagine the purebred-focused events you see on TV on Thanksgiving. The Animal Foundation’s annual “Best in Show” actually features adoptable rescue dogs of all shapes and sizes. “Best in Show” is the Animal Foundation’s biggest fundraiser of the year, and it’s been going on for 18 years now. The money raised goes to several important causes, like their foster program and their kitten nursery. The 2021 Event For the first time in … Read more

Folks, Mazel Tovs are in order. Just as his dad did 39 years ago, a boy named Rambo officially became a man. Well, a 13-year-old dog named Rambo celebrated his “Bark Mitzvah,” at least. In the Jewish tradition, the Bar or Bat Mitzvah is a coming-of-age ritual and celebration that occurs when a child turns 13.  Rambo’s mom and dad, Ruth and Craig Ellenberg from New Jersey, decided to share the tradition with their dog too. A Pup Becomes A … Read more

Martha may be a young kitten, but when she makes up her little mind, oh, it’s made! But don’t think this tabby kitten is a diva. Martha, also known by her nickname Marty, is actually one sweet girl. She loves snuggling with her foster family and her adoptive mom, who happens to be a dog. And Martha was the one to insist Mama Nood the dog be hers! So, how did this tiny tabby fluff come to claim a dog … Read more

When Juliette Wells and Reece Mortensen found a baby magpie alone at a park in Australia, they never expected her to become such a big part of their lives. They spent a long time trying to reunite the bird with her family, but they had no luck. They feared that the poor bird would die in the park alone, so they brought her home and nursed her back to health. Soon, they named the magpie Molly. Before long, Molly the … Read more

Cats and dogs don’t always get along, but it’s pretty adorable when they do. Supersize that cuteness, literally, with this story about a special interspecies relationship between a German Shepherd Dog and baby lions. White Lion Park in Russia shared the sweetest photos and videos from their Instagram account of this oddly adorable family. If the pictures don’t melt your heart, you might want to visit a cardiologist and find out if it’s made of titanium alloy. Sandra Becomes A … Read more

Most dogs are spoiled, but these three Dachshunds have the most glamorous life imaginable. Peaches, Challah, and Mitzi, run the house, and they even have their own living room. Their dad used a spare room in his home to create a relaxing area for his beloved dogs. The best part is that everything is to scale for the small Dachshunds. So, many people can’t get over how cute the room is! The Dachshunds’ dad continuously posts updates on TikTok about … Read more

For many dogs, being away from their humans is the hardest thing ever. They don’t understand that we need to work and run errands to support them. So, many dogs, especially those adopted during the pandemic, suffer from separation anxiety. But one dog parent named Scott has a clever way of interacting with his puppy while he’s gone. He has a Ring camera, which allows him to see into his house and talk to his Mini Goldendoodle named Bella when … Read more

Alfalfa is a Golden Retriever named after the famous character from The Little Rascals. No one is more deserving of that name than this three-year-old pup. Like the film character, Alfie has a signature cowlick on the top of his head. He’s had it ever since he was a pup. No matter how much you brush it, it always sticks back up. It’s the cutest characteristic, and it has helped make Alfie a social media star! Now, this Golden Retriever … Read more