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11 Reasons We Appreciate Dogs That Are Past Their Puppyhood

  It’s a bittersweet fact that puppyhood is fleeting; you miss that roly-poly little furball, but you’ve developed a friendship that is unlike any other. Whether you’re enjoying life with a pooch that’s past puppyhood or you’re considering adding a new one to your family, there are a ton of reasons to appreciate dogs that are adults or seniors. It’s always fun to reminisce about your dog’s puppy days or even wonder what your rescue was like as a baby, but there may be … Read more

This Dog Only Goes Up The Stairs Backwards!

Just like humans, dogs have different personalities. And just like us, they can also be weird at times. They also have their own idiosyncrasies and their own unique way of doing things. Now we know that some pups are scared of the stairs. The stairs can be very intimidating for some dogs. The dog in the video below has a strange way of conquering the stairs. For some reason, he only goes up the stairs BACKWARDS! Check out the video … Read more

11 Dog Breeds That Were Made For Winter Weather

 Although some aren’t the biggest fans of winter, there are plenty of us out there that think it’s one of the most beautiful seasons of the year. Even better, there are a handful of dog breeds that just can’t wait until it starts getting nice and cold! If you’re a winter lover and looking for the dog breed best suited for your type of weather, check out these pups. #1 – Alaskan Malamute The Alaskan Malamute is a large sled … Read more

This Dog Won’t Stop Tapping Her Human Until She Gets Her Full Attention

We love our dogs because they are loyal, affectionate, thoughtful, and sweet. But there are some dogs who are sweeter than most–and they tend to be very clingy too. They are the type of dogs who want your attention all day, every day. The dog in the video below is definitely a sweet dog. Her name is Ava and she’s a beautiful Sharpei. A photo posted by Ava the Tapping Pei (@avathepei) on Oct 1, 2016 at 3:33pm PDT And … Read more

This Shelter Built A Cozy & Comfortable Room So Dogs Can Feel What It’s Like To Have A Home

“In A Perfect World, Every Dog Would Have A Home and Every Home Would Have A Dog.” However this world is far from perfect. There’s an increasing number of homeless dogs and not every home deserves a dog either. Dogs have to be rescued from “homes” that are abusive and negligent, and they end up at the shelter. It’s a sad fact that not all dogs get to experience what it’s like to live in a normal home where they … Read more

Montreal’s Breed Specific Legislation Placed On Hold

Last week we heard about the atrocious ban against pit bulls and pit bull-type dogs that Montreal passed. This ban would result in thousands of innocent dogs being euthanized and countless others living locked in their homes, only allowed outside with muzzles and harnesses. The law was passed due to a pit bull-related fatal dog attack in June and was designed to protect people from similar incidences. Fortunately, the backlash has been extraordinary and the dogs are getting a second … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Poodle’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Poodle, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Bull Terrier’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Bull Terrier, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Jack Russell’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Jack Russell, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Maltese’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Maltese, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Papillon’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Papillon, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Beagle’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Beagle, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Yorkie’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Yorkie, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Rottweiler’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Rottweiler, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Golden Retriever’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Golden Retriever, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Mutt’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Mutt, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Lab’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Lab, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Boxer’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Boxer, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Huskie’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Husky, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Pit Bull’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Pit Bull, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Dachshund’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Dachshund, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

2 Dogs Hit By Cars Meet At The Same Rescue & Become Inseparable

For pups Thor and Petunia, a very, very bad day turned into the beginning of a beautiful friendship. Thor, a stunning Shepherd with jet black fur, got struck by a car and broke two of his legs. He was taken to a shelter, but because of his extensive injuries, they couldn’t care for him. Not wanting to resort to euthanasia, they called the  Animals Benefit Club (ABC) in Phoenix, who gladly took him in. “They said that these beautiful dogs were … Read more

Independent Puppy Tackles Bath Time All By Himself

We know you don’t need another reason to love Golden Retriever puppies, but here’s one more to tuck into your back pocket. Brady is a 4-month-old Golden who is already a strong, independent young pup and can take a bath all by himself! (Of course, his humans still provide appropriate supervision.) In one of the cutest videos you will ever see (seriously!), Brady splashes in the water, drains the tub, and even dries himself off when he’s all done. Watch how Brady tackles bath time … Read more

Missing Dog Returns Home With Fresh Incisions From A Mysterious Surgery

The circumstances surrounding the disappearance of Dr. Bob Fier’s Collie, Prince are mysterious to say the least. The dog returned to his Stuart, Florida home 5 days after running away during a thunderstorm. He was safe and unharmed, except for a pair of incisions in his back where his microchip had been cut out. Prince became spooked by the storm and ran away from Dr. Fier on September 18. A neighbor found him wandering loose without I.D. and took him to … Read more

Three-Legged Dog Just Doesn’t Know What To Do With Her Hyperactive Sibling

In a family, you can almost always expect that there’s that one sibling who’s a little weird. And that doesn’t happen in human families, but it dog families as well. As for Jeanie’s family, she has a sibling who’s weird and so full of energy! Jeanie is an adorable 3-legged-dog, and her sister Piper is just as cute! This is what #happiness looks like.

This Amazing Animal Hospital Provides Wheelchairs & A Sanctuary For Stray Dogs

We see a lot of videos and photos of homeless dogs, dogs who are being abused and are suffering. It breaks our hearts and we start to think that there’s no hope for this cruel world. But when we see heartwarming stories of dogs being rescued and people going out of their way to help dogs in need, we realize that there’s still some good left in this world. And this story we have for you is one of those … Read more

Victim Of Puppy Theft Gets Surprise Donation From Local Breeder

Cayden Mccain is just 9-years-old and was enjoying some time with his 10-week-old Pit Bull puppy, Roscoe, when he was stolen right out of his arms. Yes, you read that right. Someone stole a puppy from a 9-year-old boy. Obviously devastated, Cayden and his family reported their loss to the local news station in the hopes to find Roscoe and alert other owners that dog nappers are taking puppies right out of childrens’ arms. They received much more love and … Read more

New Study Shows Dogs Are Smarter Than We Think By Ignoring Bad Advice

Recent research at Yale University’s Canine Cognition Center suggests that dogs might be a little smarter than we give them credit for. Although we know our canine companions aren’t dumb, we typically don’t expect them to out-perform humans! But that’s exactly what happened in this study. The study involved over 40 different pet dogs of various breeds to test if the dogs could decipher between good and bad advice. A treat was placed in a plastic box with a lid … Read more

Terrified Dog Rescued From Well & Spared From Certain Death

Animal Aid Unlimited, a rescue in India, has some of the best rescue stories out there. In a country where poverty is widespread and strays are rampant, it’s so heartwarming to see an organization that is dedicated to saving as many street dogs as they can. Their  most recent rescue was of a pup who’d fallen into a deep well. The sides were so steep that she couldn’t climb up, and after swimming for hours, she was exhausted. When help arrived, … Read more

Special High Chair Saves A Puppy With A Life-Threatening Condition

A 7-month-old German Shepherd puppy in Boise, Idaho got a second chance at a healthy life thanks to a special chair. Elijah, or Eli for short, was born with a condition called Megaesophagus. Because of this, food wasn’t making its way from his esophagus to his stomach. (You may remember the story of Mickey, another dog with the same condition.) “A ring was growing over the esophagus from the heart that normally should have broken down during development and it didn’t,” Dr. … Read more

Dog-Dad Celebrates “Coming Home” Anniversary With Photos From Their First Year Together

We pet parents know how exciting those first days, weeks, and months are following the adoption of a furry family member. But even as you settle into a routine, your love continues to grow deeper as you learn to depend on your canine’s companionship in your every day life. Imgur user metalfacemark took pictures to remember that first exciting year of pup parenthood with his dog, Harvey. As a tribute to their ever-growing love and friendship, he posted a series of photos on … Read more

Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Pee When She’s Excited?

You can envision the scenario. You just arrived home and your dog is excited to see you. As you bend over to pet her, you see her squat and you don’t even have to look to know she has urinated on your floor. Sometimes she will even step in it and smear it around before you can stop her. If your dog is not an adult, she might do this because her bladder sphincter (the muscle that helps her hold … Read more

Abandoned Dog Lays On Shirt From Owner Who Never Returned For Her

When rescuers from the Animal Lighthouse Rescue (ALR) in New York arrived to save an abandoned dog, they found a heartbreaking sight. The young pup, named Lily, had been deliberately dumped in the woods. She had been left with her crate and an old T-shirt that was spread on the ground beside it. A woman had discovered the pup and continued to feed her until the ALR came to pick her up.   When Lily’s rescuers arrived, they found her laying patiently on a rumpled blue shirt. She’d … Read more

5 Reasons Your Dog Really Needs Exercise

We often hear how good dogs are for us. A dog can help you emotionally, whether he is just comforting a bad day or helping you cope with something as serious as PTSD. A dog can help someone gain independent living and even be a reason for someone battling depression to get up in the morning. For all these reasons and more, we owe our dogs a lot. One simple way to say “thank you” is to make sure we … Read more

Special Dog Born Without Paws Gets A Second Chance At Life

Maya might look like a regular Siberian Husky at first glance, but she’s just a little bit unique. She suffers from a congenital birth defect that left her with no paws and developmental issues in her hips. Barely able to stand for more than a few moments, it seemed like Maya was destined for a life without walking – if any life at all. But when she was spotted by an adopter looking for a new puppy, she got a … Read more

5 Tips To Prevent Your Husky From Pulling on Leash

Walking nicely on a leash can be a real challenge for Huskies. After all, they were bred to pull. But a pulling Husky can be the cause of a lot problems. They may injure your back or neck, get loose and lost, or even injure other people if they pull you into them. All you want is a nice, calm walk, but what you get is frustrating pull down the street. Never fear: while it does takes some patience, your … Read more

5 Tips To Prevent Your Lab From Pulling on Leash

It is rare that you encounter a Labrador Retriever that doesn’t try and pull himself over to you to say hi. They are a breed that simply loves other people and dogs. This is great, but it can be a real nuisance for the owner who is constantly being dragged all over the street. A walk should be pleasant. Your Lab’s pulling could cause injury to you, he could get loose, or he could even injure someone else – these are … Read more

5 Questions To Ask Yourself Before Getting A Lab

There is no question that Labrador Retrievers are a great addition to almost any household. They are generally good with other pets, kids, and are fairly easy to train. But this doesn’t mean they are no maintenance. Every dog requires work in order to be a well-behaved and healthy member of the family. If you’ve been thinking about a Lab, you should ask yourself the following questions before picking one out. #1 – Can I Provide Enough Exercise? Although many … Read more

3 Reasons Why Your Dog Pants

Whether you’re our at the park throwing the ball around, taking a leisurely stroll through the neighborhood or just relaxing at home, you’ve probably noticed your dog panting at some point. Dogs pant and they pant for a variety of reasons. Most of the time it shouldn’t be cause for any concern, but sometimes you might want to take the panting a little more seriously. Why do dogs pant, you ask? We’ll explain it here. #1 – Thermoregulation Dogs don’t … Read more

This Tiny Pup Is Like A Real-Life Teddy Bear

Teddy Bears are cute and cuddly. But for us dog lovers, they simply cannot compare to the cuteness and loving nature of our furbabies. Now this puppy named Bibi Shasha is getting very famous on the internet. And it’s because she looks like a real-life teddy bear–but even more adorable! A photo posted by (@bibi_shasha) on Sep 20, 2016 at 3:02pm PDT Adorable, isn’t she? She’s so cute that she has over 83,000 followers on Instagram! A photo posted by … Read more

Montreal Law Enforces Death Sentence For City’s Pit Bulls

On Tuesday, September 27, 2016, Montreal passed legislation to ban all pit bulls and pit bull-type dogs from their city. Legislators voted 37 to 23 in favor of breed-specific legislation. This has outlawed all dogs that resemble pit bulls unless their owners meet strict terms and conditions. The owners of these dogs must undergo a criminal background check, purchase a $150 special permit, and the dogs must be altered, microchipped, vaccinated and only allowed outside with a muzzle and a … Read more

Ask A Vet: Why Does My Dog Bark When She Wants Something?

Everyone knows their own dog’s voice. But does it surprise you to know that dogs seldom bark to communicate with other dogs? I think we can all agree that barking is a form of communication, but our dogs have learned through watching our responses that certain things will prompt us to perform certain actions. They bark for our benefit! 1 Animal experts agree that barking is certainly an attempt to convey a need: physical, emotional or social. A bark could … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Shih Tzu’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Shih Tzu, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup's teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down ... Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your French Bulldog’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own French Bulldog, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Bulldog’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Bulldog, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Pug’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Pug, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

“Britain’s Loneliest Dog” Is Now In The New Transformers Movie

Do you guys remember Freya–the dog who was once known as Britain’s loneliest dog? A few months ago we wrote an article that famous Hollywood director Michael Bay decided to give Freya a role in his new Transformers movie. And true enough, Michael Bay fulfilled that promise! In the video clip below, you can see Freya on the shoot of the new Transformers movie. Freya is walking side by side with none other than famous Hollywood actor, Anthony Hopkins! Check … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your German Shepherd’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own German Shepherd, who are more prone to dental problems than some breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down … Read more

Dog Demands To Go Into His Favorite Pet Store When They Walk By…Only, It’s Closed!

Samo is an adorable pooch that knows what he wants. In this video, he shows us that he just won’t take “no” for an answer. He even surprised his owner on a recent walk. It was late, around 11:00pm, and she was taking Samo around town for an evening stroll. When they passed his favorite pet store, however, he demanded they go inside. Samo sat right at the entrance refusing to budge an inch. His owner begged and pleaded with … Read more

3 Simple Ways To Keep Your Chihuahua’s Teeth Clean

Dental health is an important part of your dog’s overall wellness and should not be overlooked. This is even more so if you own Chihuahua, who are more prone to dental problems than most breeds. Keeping your pup’s teeth clean has been emphasized relatively recently and a lot of people are still simply unaware of the risks. However, just like people, there are many oral diseases that dogs can and do get that could lead to even greater problems down the … Read more

Death Row Dog Makes 2,000 Mile Journey To Find Love And A Real Chance At Life

If it weren’t for people like Robert Scheinberg and his organization, Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary, we might never see dogs like Lucy get a chance at life. Dog Tales Rescue and Sanctuary have it their goal to rescue the lost and forgotten pets on death row in crowded animal shelters. One such shelter was Miami-Dade, where they found Lucy and over 100 other dogs.   Lucy was scheduled to be humanely euthanized the day the group arrived at Miami-Dada. All of … Read more