James and Amber Holda have gone through a roller coaster of events to bring their lost dog home. The Virginia Beach family has a 1-year-old Pit Bull mix named Claire. Claire is playful and loving, but sometimes she’s a little too curious. One day, the pup squeezed through a crack in the fence and ventured into the front yard. Video footage shows her approach a strange vehicle, only to have a person come out and snatch her. The Holdas were … Read more

Police K9s are more than just dogs. They’re police officers just like the humans they work beside. And many human officers consider these hardworking dogs family. So, whenever a dog’s life is lost during duty, it’s taken just as seriously as a human’s. Kozmo was a loyal member of the Mesquite Police Department in Texas for almost all five years of his life. He was always willing to work hard, and he caught many criminals. But at the end of … Read more

Clearwater Police recently picked up a lovable Pit Bull on the side of the road. He was friendly and happy to see people, but he was so thin that you could see his ribs. Now, police are searching for the person responsible for abandoning him. They could face charges for animal cruelty. But despite having a tough start to life, the brave dog remains optimistic and excited. Once he has fully healed, he will be ready to find a loving … Read more

Dogs are a part of the family. When we move, our dogs come with us. But that could be harder for some families, depending on their furry friend’s breed. In many states, all landlords have to do is look at a dog and say no. Pit Bulls, Rottweilers, and other muscular dogs are just some of the many canines that suffer because of this. It’s time to put an end to these outdated rules. There is no science to prove … Read more

Our furry friends have got us through a lot of tough times, especially during 2020. The start of the pandemic forced lots of people to stay home, not knowing what the future held. But thanks to dogs all over the world, humans felt comforted and supported amid the pandemic. So, Hilton wants to thank those supportive canines at some of their hotels. Select Hilton locations will be offering dog menus for the special furry friends in your life. These menus … Read more

Ending puppy mills is an important goal for dog parents all over the world. And a big part of that is stopping pet stores from selling dogs. But banning puppy sales is much easier said than done, and sadly, many people continue to fight back against puppy mill bans. So, the state of Texas is doing what they can to put an end to puppy mills as quickly as possible. Bill 1818 recently passed in the Texas House. If it … Read more

If you live in a populous residential area, odds are you hear a dog barking from time to time. A rational and understanding person learns to tune out the noise. Apparently, though, some cruel neighbors will resort to threats of violence if they happen to be bothered by a dog’s barking. Cheri Blair, from a Sydney, Australia suburb, let her 7-month-old dog Jolene into the backyard one morning. When the Portuguese Podengo took a while to come back to the … Read more

Turkmenistan is a nation in Central Asia that’s known for its strict laws. But they do have one thing going for them: they’re huge dog lovers! In fact, the country is even celebrating a new holiday that’s just for the dogs. This new holiday is dedicated solely to the country’s native dog breed: the Alabai. The Alabai is a native variety of the shepherd dog, reaching up to 175 pounds! These adorable pups are clearly worth celebrating, so the people … Read more

Are you sick of having to pay all the bills while your dog lounges around rent-free? Well, maybe it’s time for them to finally pull their weight. Jobs for dogs don’t come by often, but here’s one your pup won’t want to pass up. Busch is looking to hire a canine taste-tester for their line of dog-friendly drinks. And best of all, they’ll get paid a decent salary! If your dog gets the job, they’ll get paid $20,000 plus some … Read more

UPDATE 4/16/2021: Unleashed Pet Rescue recently turned to Facebook Live to share their side of the now-viral story of Capone the dog (see original post below). In the video, Reno sits beside Capone, who has been renamed Benedict. He looks nothing like the photos Palacio shared because over half his body is covered in red, irritated skin. It’s clear that he has severe allergies that were not being properly treated. In the video, Reno details what really went down with … Read more

Leaving your dog with a stranger is a stressful situation for many people. In some cases, you’ll find a life-long sitter, but for a few, a tragedy occurs instead. Nia Morgan from Illinois has always turned to friends to watch her 10-month-old Poodle mix. But when they were all unavailable, she looked for other options. Morgan settled on Rover.com since many recommended it. But instead of getting the amazing service she’d heard about, she was faced with her worst nightmare. … Read more