WARNING: Content may be sensitive for some readers. Dogs are family members, not food. But no matter how many laws are made to protect canines, there are still people out there who try to hurt them. Animal advocates recently stopped a truck on its way to an illegal dog slaughterhouse in Indonesia. Inside the truck, they found 53 dogs stuffed in bags with their mouths tied shut. Every dog was severely underweight and too weak to fight. This group of … Read more

A Golden Retriever named Bailey is an important family member to the Popiels. They brought the 4-year-old dog home as a puppy, and he quickly befriended Noah, their 14-year-old son. So, when Bailey made a sudden escape, the whole family panicked. Michelle Popiel from Thomasville, Georgia, said that Bailey was in her truck at a shopping center when he escaped. The back window was open a crack, so the pup squeezed out when his humans weren’t looking. Michelle has no … Read more

Many Marvel fans are excited about the new Hawkeye show on Disney+. But the star of the show isn’t the main character. Instead, it’s his dog! Lucky, Hawkeye’s loyal companion, stole the show in the comic series, and fans are eager to see him shine in the television series too. Anyone who loves the comics knows that Lucky is called the “Pizza Dog,” which is a name he still lives up to. His heartwarming story and the adorable canine actor are … Read more

16-year-old Annie suffers from cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, and anxiety, but her trained service dog George makes her conditions more manageable. Saucon Valley High School, however, wouldn’t allow her to bring George to school, where she spends most of her days. The Pennsylvania school district didn’t see George as a service dog and therefore claimed Annie didn’t need him during classes. This represents a fundamental misunderstanding of the differences between service dogs and emotional support animals. George’s Assistance Is Essential … Read more

While many families like to tune their TVs to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade or the football game, the National Dog Show is another popular Turkey Day event. The 2020 competition didn’t have a live audience, but the 2021 show returned with plenty of new surprises. The Biewer Terrier was the newest breed to be added. And for the first time, the event included a National Dog Show Junior for young dog handlers. But of course, the most anticipated part … Read more

Service dogs are crucial to many people’s lives, but sadly, not all families can afford them. A family from Southgate, Michigan is facing this problem after their daughter was born with a rare form of epilepsy. 19-month-old Emery Nisbett has the genetic mutation EEF1A2, which makes her have regular epileptic seizures. She also has learning disabilities and developmental delays because of it. Her seizures began when she was only six months old, and she would often have them 100 times … Read more

It’s hard to resist petting cute dogs, but of course, you should always ask permission before touching a stranger’s dog. And if that dog is a service dog, you will not be able to pet them even if you ask. For most dog lovers, this makes perfect sense. Service dogs are working and need to focus on their humans’ safety. However, there are always people who will make things harder for those who need service dogs. One woman shared her … Read more

It’s easy to say you’re not really alone when you do have a dog. One woman took that sentiment a huge step further when she decided to propose marriage to her dog, Sheba. Amanda Rodgers literally got down on one knee to propose to her dog and “could tell by her tail wagging that she said ‘yes.’” The London resident appeared on ITV’s This Morning with her Jack Russell Terrier spouse in 2014 to explain the decision. And yes, there … Read more

Technology is constantly improving, including pet products. There are lots of ways we can interact with our dogs when we’re not home, but there aren’t any ways for dogs to initiate the interactions. So, researchers have come up with a way for dogs to contact us, and it’s called the DogPhone. The DogPhone is an object that allows your furry friend to initiate a video call with you while you’re not home. It differs from other types of dog cameras … Read more

Pets often get caught in the middle of nasty breakups. Since animals are still considered property in most places, people can’t have a custody battle for them. If the couple wasn’t married, then it’s usually up to them to decide where their pets go. One Reddit user thought it was pretty clear where all the pets were going after their last breakup. They had three cats of their own while their girlfriend had bought a puppy for herself toward the … Read more

Scott Miller, a construction worker, just happened to pass by a dumpster near his worksite in Westminster, California on the morning of July 27, 2021. Fortuitously, he peeked into the dumpster before garbage collection, thereby saving the life of the Yorkshire Terrier inside. When Miller found him, the dog was sitting on top of a blanket, alert, but making no sound. Miller believes that if he hadn’t noticed him at 6:30 am, the little dog could have been crushed by … Read more

Can you believe that it’s already that special time of year? The time for food, family, and favorite dog breeds. Why, it’s time for the 2021 National Dog Show, of course. We wait all year for these beautiful breeds to grace our television screens, but perhaps this year, there’s more anticipation than there has been in the past. Last year, the National Dog Show was held without spectators, vendors, or media due to pandemic restrictions. The competition was even reduced … Read more

The case of a dog cruelly dragged behind an electric scooter poses an interesting question: Can we forgive someone who abuses an animal based on mental health? Initially, Elaine Rosa faced felony charges for animal cruelty after dragging a dog behind a Bird scooter through Bakersfield, California in 2019. The dog, Zebra, suffered bloody paws and abrasions, but no permanent damage. He did need staples in his leg though. The Poor Little Dog Couldn’t Keep Up Disturbing surveillance footage shows … Read more

Everyone thinks their dog deserves to be a model. Well, here’s that chance to make your dream happen for them (let’s face it, it’s yours, not theirs.) This November and December 2021, Budweiser is holding another “Pupweiser” contest. The dog that wins will have their photo printed onto Budweiser holiday cans next year. Brewski the Dalmatian was the face of the 2020 holiday can. After that can received a logically positive response, Budweiser decided to search for the next “Pupweiser” … Read more

Even though service dogs help so many people in a myriad of ways, some establishments still refuse to allow them. One particular Canadian restaurant crossed the line when they forcibly removed a man on the autism spectrum for bringing his service dog inside without showing papers. Another customer at Milton’s in Kitchener, Ontario, filmed the incident, during which Justin Leckie, a man with Asperger’s, was accosted. In the video that since went viral, the restaurant owners scream and swear at … Read more