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BREAKING NEWS – ASPCA Assists In Seizure of 700 Animals from Unlicensed Rescue

At the request of the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and the Hoke County Sheriff’s Office, the ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) assisted with the seizure and care of 700 animals from The Haven, a 122-acre unlicensed, self-described animal rescue in Raeford, North Carolina. The owners of the facility were arrested on charges of animal cruelty after a search warrant was served Wednesday morning. The Department of Agriculture and Hoke County Sheriff’s Office began investigating The Haven … Read more

This Sweet Dog Needs Your Help To Survive!

Every dog deserves a chance at a happy life. No matter what size, what age, or what breed, and regardless of whatever defect or condition they have, we believe that ever dog deserves a love and a home. They deserve our help. Quasimodo–a Pit Bull with a misshapen head, is in need of help. Quasimodo has a Craniological defect that causes one side of his head to be smaller than the other. As a result, his head also tilts on … Read more

Dog Shot By Armed Robbers For Trying To Protect His Owner During A Home Invasion

In Philedalphia, a dog who was shot for trying to protect his owner during a home invasion has now recovered from surgery and being cared for by his deceased owner’s sister. It was January 16th when 41-year-old Nakia Pyat was shot and killed by armed robbers who invaded his home. His dog, a Boxer-Pit Bull mix named Rhino, was also shot when he tried to protect his owner. Rhino was shot in the leg, but he survived after he was … Read more

Since There’s A Lot Of Snow On The Streets, This Guy Went Sledding With His Dogs!

Hey folks! How thick is the snow in your location? While most people stayed inside during the blizzard, this guy took advantage of all the snow and went sledding with his dogs. This guy named Matt Philips, also went dog sledding last year. We even featured that video of him sledding through the streets with his dogs. And now, he and his Husky pack are at it again! Check out the video below and see how fun this squad is … Read more

UPDATE: Officer Hickey Purchases His Former K9 At Auction…Wait Till You Hear The Price!

UPDATE 2/6/15: Officer Hickey was able to purchase Ajax for…(drum roll, please….) a whole dollar! Over $72,000 was raised on their Go Fund Me page and will be used to purchase bullet-resistant vests for K-9’s. You can check out the whole story via NBC news.  Original feature below: While K-9’s are trained to work with their human police partners and live with their families, the dogs are not necessarily “owned” by their handlers. Officer Matt Hickey from Marietta, Ohio felt blindsided when he learned that after he retired, … Read more

This Rescued Staffy Wants Unlimited Belly Rubs From His Humans!

Every dog deserves to be loved unconditionally. In my opinion, they also deserve to be spoiled! Our dogs have given us a lot. They protect us, they make us smile, they comfort us when we’re sad. They are the best-est friends we could ever have. One way to spoil our babies is to give them belly rubs whenever they want. And that is exactly what the rescued dog in the video below wants! Posted by Buddy Dog – The Rescue … Read more

Mama Dog With Slashed Neck Asks Firefighters To Help Her And Her Puppy

In Dallas, Texas, a Pit Bull begged firefighters for help after an arsonist set her home on fire and slashed her neck. Firefighters responded to a call about a burning home set fire by an arsonist on Clearwood Drive in Dallas. And when they were done putting out the fire, a female Pit Bull approached them. The poor dog was weak, and begging for help. And when the firemen got a closer, they discovered that the dog had been slashed … Read more

This Short Clip Will Hopefully Change The Way The World Thinks Of Homeless Pets

Animals without a home do not get to enjoy the things that our pets do. My animals have a warm bed to lie in every night, never go hungry, and are given attention whenever they like. But most of all, they know they are loved and appreciated. For animals that have been abandoned or given away by heartless owners, they sit and wait. Weeks turn to months, and if their number gets called they get a chance to go to a home…unless … Read more

8 Tips To Help Your Dog Conquer Their Fears

A lot of dogs live with fears. Fear of people, other dogs, nail trims, baths, cars – the list goes on and on. Fortunately, there are ways to help your dog overcome their fears, which makes both of your lives better. The following is a list of tips to help your dog living in fear. You will have the best luck if you employ a positive-based dog trainer with behavior modification experience to help you train. #1 – Counter Conditioning … Read more

Top 10 Dog Training DVDs Every Dog Owners Should Watch

Being a knowledgeable dog owner makes all the difference in the world when it comes dealing with any behavioral or training issues that may arise throughout the life of your dog. Like humans, dogs change as they get older. Your once friendly puppy may develop a fear of people or dogs. Your aging dog may go deaf and no longer be able to respond to your verbal cues. A dog may bite a child for the first time seemingly “out … Read more

8 Tips For Choosing A Good Dog Trainer

So you’ve decided to take some training with your dog – awesome! It’s one of the best investments a dog owner can make. But making that decision is the easy part. Now comes the hard part – choosing a trainer. After all, dog training isn’t cheap and you don’t want to waste your money or your time. But how do you know if a dog trainer is good? Here are a few tips to choosing a good dog trainer. Related: … Read more

Ask A Vet: These Tear Stains On My Dog’s Face Won’t Go Away. What Can I Do?

Everyone who has a light-faced dog, especially those with a somewhat short nose (like a Maltese or Lhasa Apso) has probably dealt with tear staining. There have been products over the years to feed to the animal or apply to the face to combat tear staining, but many of these have been found to contain antibiotics. The FDA issued a warning to the manufacturers of these tear-stain products about the use of unapproved drugs. We don’t want our pets on … Read more

This Dog Has A Duck For A Best Friend, And They Just Got Adopted Together!

A dog named Sirence has an unusual best friend. His bestie is a duck named Thing Two. Sirence and Thing Two arrived together at the Garland Animal Shelter in Texas. And ever since then, they had been the best of friends. These two have such a strong bond. The shelter didn’t want to separate them and hoped that they would be adopted together. Luckily that came true! These two pals are getting adopted together! Watch the video below for the … Read more

Meet Quasi: A Dog Living With An Extremely Rare Condition Who Still Has A Lot Of Heart

Quasimodo (aka, Quasi the Great) is a purebred German Shepherd living with Short Spine Syndrome, a condition so rare that there are only 13 known cases affecting canines worldwide. But despite his deformity, five-year-old Quasi enjoys life as much as any other happy, healthy dog. Posted by Quasi The Great on Thursday, January 28, 2016   The pup was found as a stray and brought to a southern shelter, where it was determined that most of his life had been spent in a … Read more

Watch What Happens When This Clever Dog Hijacks A Boy’s Sled

Many dogs love winter just as much as we do – rolling in the snow, catching snowflakes, digging in the fluffy powder. But some dogs take it just a little too far. We know what you were expecting – a Husky right? After all, if there was one breed of dog that should be king of winter, it would be him. But no, our suspect is an adorable, unobtrusive French Bulldog in a little red coat. Just look how innocent … Read more

Rescued Off The Streets, This Mama Dog Is Looking For Someone To Love

Every day, Forgotten Dogs of the Fifth Ward volunteers go out and feed the homeless dogs in Houston, Texas. They feed approximately 40 and 60 dogs in about four hours. It’s illegal for them to be doing this, but they don’t care. They know someone needs to be responsible for the problem humans created. Why aren’t all these dogs picked up? The answer is heart-breakingly simple. In Houston, there is nowhere for them to go: “The question is always, ‘why … Read more

U.S. Postal Service Unveils New Pets Forever Postage Stamps

The United States Postal Service (USPS) just unveiled the 2016 line-up of stamps and they are giving pet owners a reason to pick up that pen and paper again with pet-themed stamps! A cute twitter announcement hinted at the stamps in November: These new Forever® stamps will make every pet lover smile! Stay tuned for details on their release. #PetsForever pic.twitter.com/pspPjYKumL — USPS Stamps (@USPSstamps) November 17, 2015 According to the USPS’s site: To celebrate America’s love for pets, the … Read more

Dog Who Was Hit By Drunk Driver Reunited With Owner After 43 Days Of Living In The Woods

An 11-month-old Chesapeake Bay Retriever was missing for 43 days after being hit by a drunk driver…but has now been reunited with his owner! On December 13th, police officers in Orange, Massachusetts witnessed Chessie get hit by a driver who was under the influence of alcohol. The dog was in his own driveway, and the car was on the wrong side of the road. Luckily, the driver was caught and charged; but the hurt and frightened pup disappeared into the … Read more

Woman Fell In Love With Puppy With Deformed Leg & Flies Across The Country To Adopt Him

Everyone, meet Dill. Dill is a very special puppy. He’s so special that a woman fell in love with him, and flew across the country to adopt him. Just after Christmas, Dill and his siblings came to Fetch Wisconsin Rescue. But unlike his siblings, Dill was different. The staff at the shelter didn’t notice it at first, but one of Dill’s front legs was deformed. He may walk and get around differently, but that deformity didn’t hold Dill back from … Read more

Could This Guy Be The World’s Most Attractive Vet?

I love going to the vet. My dog may hate it, but I like visiting the vet because I’d like to have my babies to have a clean bill of health. And I also get to see and pet other dogs too. But if my dog’s vet was Dr. Evan Antin, I’d probably have my dog visit him more often. Why? Because this vet is just absolutely gorgeous! https://www.facebook.com/evan.antin/photos/a.244976442293663/378166502307989/?type=3&theater Trust me, this animal lover is seriously hot! https://www.facebook.com/evan.antin/photos/a.244976442293663.1073741840.244397532351554/422204577904181/?type=3 If you guys … Read more

10 Important Cues To Teach Your Puppy ASAP

Bringing home a new puppy is one of the most exciting things you can do. Everyone wants to snuggle, play with, and take pictures of the furry bundle of joy. Because of their size and cuteness, and our human tendency to think of them as “babies,” training your new puppy may be the furthest thing on your mind. However, by the time you get your puppy at around 8 weeks old, they are definitely able to learn. This means if … Read more

Watch This Porcupine & His Dog Friend Go For Their Daily Morning Walk

The BEAR League is a non-profit organization based in the Lake Tahoe basin. They believe that people can live in harmony with bears. They work to keep bears wild and free. Maude the porcupine lives at the BEAR League Animal Shelter & Wildlife Sanctuary, together with the other animals that live there. Her BFF is a Bulldog, and they have a morning routine together. Posted by BEAR League on Thursday, April 2, 2015 Every morning, Maude takes her BFF for a … Read more

Abandoned Dogs Who Waited 2 Weeks For Their Owner Finally Get Their Happy Ending

100+ Abandoned Dogs of Everglades Florida, an organization that rescues dogs, saved two pups who were left in a parking lot. The poor dogs were abandoned by their owner there. Witnesses say that the dogs usually stay in one spot, which is probably the spot where their owner dumped them. Seeing them staying there, waiting for their owner to come back, was simply heartbreaking.   Since they were skittish, no would could approach them. So for two weeks they stayed … Read more

These Dog-like Animals Are Getting Slaughtered Just To Make A Dumb Hat!

Do you know what a Tanuki is? A Tanuki is a Japanese canine species that looks like a raccoon. These Racoon Dogs don’t bark, instead, they make similar sounds as the fox. And boy do they look cute! And just like a Raccoon, these cuties eat almost everything! 今日のタヌ飯！って言っても至って普通。私に付き合わされ又小豆ご飯に焼きカレイ。後はいつもの煮込みスープ。お風呂の後の楽しみにするため朝から主食食べてないので腹ペコです。こんな時は視界に入ると欲望を抑えられないのか見ないようにしてます pic.twitter.com/3dU21joHSt — ことり (@chibi_tori) January 23, 2016 One Japanese Twitter user, chibi_tori, rescued an abandoned Tanuki pup. He calls the cute Raccoon dog Tanu. 9.8kgになったタヌキ。まだ柿の木には柿が残っている事から、来月位から断食メニューを組み込もうと思ってました。お試し的に夜食を抜いてみたら、朝食前からランチョンマット代わりのシーツの上に、お座りしているタヌキの先が思いやられます。 pic.twitter.com/ZlxUp1n9LR — ことり (@chibi_tori) November 26, … Read more

Puppy Takes Training Into His Own Hands By One-Upping His Clueless Owner

For anyone who has ever had a puppy, you know exactly how this goes. We are so proud to see all their milestones, and from that first day they make us proud in so many ways. Whether it’s when they learn basic commands, become mindful of those clumsy paws, or even when they just learn to take a chill pill for a second and not rip the house to shreds, we are over the moon because puppies are just awesome. … Read more

Officer Receives A Special Gift To Fill The Empty Space After Losing His Best Friend And K9

Earlier this month, K-9 Officer Jethro was shot and killed while on a suspected burglary call with his partner, Officer Ryan Davis in Canton, Ohio. At the German Shepherd’s funeral, hundreds of officers showed up from in and out of state to pay their respects. Officer Davis, understandably, was devastated by the loss of his devoted partner and friend.   When nonprofit organization K9s4COPS heard the story, they wanted to help–and provided Officer Davis with a new partner. Named Tuko, the German Shepherd was donated to … Read more

9 Of The Most Dog-Friendly Cities In The U.S.

There are plenty of lists that rank the “dog-friendliest” cities in the United States. While different sites vary on what locations made the cut, there are some cities that placed amongst top contenders time and time again. Based on reappearing mentions in at least two of these articles published by Forbes, Huffington Post, Livability, and One Green Planet, here are the 9 dog-friendliest cities in the U.S. (in no particular order). 1. Portland, OR – The votes for Portland are almost unanimous! A walkable city, Portland has a whopping 32 off-leash dog parks, the 4-mile Powell … Read more

Non-Profit Pet Groomer Travels To Shelters To Save Lives

Chuck Rubin is an animal lover. He lives on a farm with horses, alpacas, donkeys, chickens, and of course dogs and cats. 20 years ago, he started a labor of love: pulling dogs from shelters and grooming them, one by one. He would give them a bath and a professional groom job, and then give them back to the shelter to find their forever home. “For me, it was enough that I got to kiss and hug them, and make … Read more

Former Guard Dog Whose Nose Was Cut Off Finds A Foster Family Who Showers Him With Love

Everyone, meet Anubis! Anubis used to be a guard dog on a certain property in Cairo. And just like any good guard dogs, Anubis would bark at the people who get too close to the property. However there are some really bad people in that area. They tried to break in to the property. So Anubis, being the good guard dog that he is, barked at them. Those cruel people then cut off Anubis’ nose. Anubis was left without a … Read more

Dog Left Tied Outside In Freezing Temperatures Thanks His Rescuer With Kisses!

A picture posted on the Parsippany Police Department’s Facebook page shows a grateful Pit Bull giving a police officer a kiss from the backseat of his squad car. While most people are hunkered down in the midst of the historic blizzard that’s hit the east coast, one dog was left to fend for himself in the elements. Apparently the Pittie’s former owner decided that the late-January day, with the temperature and wind chill dipping far below freezing, was the best time to … Read more

Happy Pooch Photos That Will Make Your Day

Alex Cearns, the talented photographer from Perth, Australia that brought us the Zen Dog series has just released her new works and they are pawsome! Cearns is one of Australia’s leading professional pet and wildlife photographers and the Creative Director of Houndstooth Studio. With more than 50 awards and accolades to her name since 2008, she specializes in crafting exquisite animal portraits that intrinsically capture the joy people find in animals. Each year, she photographs over 800 beloved pet dogs in her studio … Read more

8 Valentine’s Day Gifts That Are Guranteed To Impress Any True Dog Lover

Valentine’s Day is quickly approaching and if you’ve been in the stores lately, then you know it’s just a bunch of the same old heart-shaped chocolate and pink teddy bears. If your loved one is a dog lover, than these types of gifts are probably not what he or she is hoping for on February 14th. Lucky for you, we’ve rounded up some awesome Valentine’s Days gifts for the dog lover in your life. #1 – Couture Poop Bag Wristlet The unique … Read more

Two Dogs Were Seen Running On A Freeway, Watch What The Other Drivers Do To Save Them

Two dogs, a German Shepherd and a Boxer, were seen running in the middle of a busy freeway on Saturday near Azuza, California. In an effort to save the dogs from being run over, several motorists stopped and tried to corral the dogs with their cars. Some drivers got out of their own cars and risked their own safety to save the two dogs. Rochelle Vargas, one of the motorists who stopped to save the dogs, told NBC Los Angeles, … Read more

Watch How Excited This Dog Is When He Meets His Baby Sister For The First Time

One of the most exciting moments in a dog owner’s life is having the dog meet the newborn baby for the very first time. You just don’t know how your dog would react. But most dogs we’ve seen would instantly fall in love and become very protective of their tiny humans. Now this Chihuahua named Milo is about to meet his baby sister. And you will see just how excited and happy he is to meet the newest member of … Read more

My Vet Says My Dog Has A Terminal Illness. What Can I Do?

Everyone will see the end of their life. Our dogs are no exception. But our dogs are lucky because they have us to depend on as stewards of their care. If your dog has a terminal illness, it will fall to you to face this challenge. Peace, dignity and pain free existence are all a part of this journey that we must champion for our dogs. There are some important considerations if you are a dog’s hospice guardian. First, set … Read more

Watch This Dog Show Off Her Amazing Dive Form!

Do you guys remember Christy the Westie? She’s that adorable little dog who just loves to swim! We saw that video of her looking outside the door so excitedly and when the door opened she bolted out the door and dove into the pool. Now here’s another video of that adorable little swimmer! In this video Christy shows us her amazing dive form! Check out the video below! Wow! Just look at that dive! Perfect! I’d give this cutie a … Read more

Pro Recommended Dental Products To Fight Doggy Breath

Think “doggy breath” is just part of owning a dog? Dr. Brook A. Niemiec, is a Board Certified specialist in Veterinary Dentistry by the American Veterinary Dental College as well as the European Veterinary Dental College. He is not only a former President of the Academy of Veterinary Dentistry, but is Chief of Staff of Southern California Veterinary Dental Specialties, as well as an author of several veterinary books and articles. To say he knows about canine dental hygiene is … Read more

Veterinary Tips For Keeping Pets Safe In Sub-Zero Weather And Snowstorms

Although your furry friend may have a nice fur coat, it doesn’t mean that dogs and cats are not susceptible to frostbite and hypothermia. Even when your dog acts like he is fine outside, he can get cold quicker than you think – make him come inside if necessary. Just like a kid playing the in snow, they don’t always know what’s good for them! Of course, cat owners tend to not have that problem, but if you do have … Read more

Rescue Dog Goes Nuts When His Dad Comes Home

One of the best things about having a dog is knowing that when you get home, somebody is gonna be so happy to see you. Dogs give the best welcome home greetings ever. That warm and happy greeting just shows just how much they love you. In the video below, you will see a dog welcoming his human home. This Staffordshire terrier named Patch was adopted by his humans from the Scottish SPCA last year. Ever since then Patch has … Read more

Jessica Chastain’s Instagram Followers Help Locate Her Grandmother’s Stolen Dog

Movie star Jessica Chastain looked to her social media fans to help find her grandmother’s missing dog! After Livvy the pooch got stolen during a visit to a McDonald’s, Chastain posted this plea on Instagram: “My grandma’s dog, Livvy, was stolen last night from McDonald’s at 2565 Springs Rd Vallejo, CA. Please forward this to anyone you know in CA. There is a REWARD for [Livvy’s] safe return. For those of you who love animals, you must understand how devastated my grandma is. Please help.” … Read more

Instead Of Getting Birthday Presents, This Boy Chose To Raise Money For The Animal Shelter

When kids celebrate their birthdays, they usually have a party, complete with cake, party food, and presents! Yep, a kid’s birthday party is not complete without the birthday presents. But that’s not the case for this amazing 8-year-old who gave up having birthday presents, and chose to help animals with his birthday money instead. This generous kid’s name is Benjamin Walker, and he lives in Fort Worth, Texas. We are so honored that Benjamin, and other generous kids like him, … Read more

This Dog Has A Big Problem: He Couldn’t Figure Out How To Fit His Stick Through The Door!

There are many challenges that dogs face in their lives. And one of the biggest struggles that almost every dog goes through is figuring out how to get something huge or wide through a narrow door. The dog in the video below is facing that big problem. This dog has is carrying a stick in his mouth and he just can’t figure out how to get it through the door. His humans aren’t very helpful either! Check out the video … Read more

Loyal Dog In Search Of His Owner Who Died, Refuses To Leave The Hospital

It has been three months since his owner died during surgery, but this dog in Argentina just refuses to leave the hospital. The dog last saw his owner leaving room 404 at the Río Cuarto’s San Antonio De Padua Hospital three months ago. And since then, he has been searching for his owner, waiting for him to come back. The staff at the hospital tried to remove him from the hospital facilities, but somehow he always comes back and goes … Read more

Dog At The Vet Clinic Doesn’t Want To Get A Shot. Watch How He Tries To Get Away.

Does your dog behave well at the vet? Well it’s no surprise that some dogs hate the vet. It’s sort of like taking the kids to the dentist. I’m pretty sure you can still remember how you felt like when you were a child visiting the dentist or the doctor, knowing that there maybe needles there waiting for you. In the video below, you can see a dog at the vet. And it appears that this dog is about to … Read more

Dog Accidentally Enters Half-Marathon…And Finishes In 7th Place!

Ludivine the hound dog hadn’t exactly trained to run a half-marathon in her hometown of Elkmont, Alabama, but when she saw a crowd of jubilant joggers, she couldn’t help but join in the fun! Owner April Hamlin let her hound out to potty, like she did every day. Ludivine, ever the social butterfly, is well known around her small town (population: around 400) and often wanders about greeting neighbors. But on the day of the Elkmont Half-Marathon, the happy hound must have … Read more

Top 10 Dogs That Help Fight Depression

While we’d argue that any sweet and lovable dog will undoubtedly make you happier and less stressed, some breeds tend to be especially cheerful, affectionate, and optimistic. If you’ve got a case of the blues, a canine companion may be just what the doctor ordered. Think about it: dog owners spend more time outside, have increased LPD’s (laughs per day) due to their dog’s silly antics, and provide the most loyal friendship in existance. Here are 10 particularly dopamine-inducing dog breeds who will bring sunshine to all your cloudy days. (Note: This … Read more

Man Who Tried To Save His Dogs From His Burning Home Gets Arrested

If you see your house burning, and you know that your beloved dog is still trapped inside, would you try to rush into your burning home to save them? Well, that’s exactly what Wendell Joyner, a 58-year-old man from Florida, did. But instead of being able to save his dogs, he ended up in jail. The incident happened in Brevard County, Florida at around 5 am. The owner of the home, Wendell Joyner, already gotten out of the house, but … Read more

Stray Dog That Was Living In An Abandoned Car Now Has A Loving Home

In May of 2013, the veterinary team from Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah, was helping Soul Dog Rescue, a nonprofit animal rescue organization that provides low-cost or free spay/neuter for dogs in their area, mainly on Indian Reservations. On this visit, the group met a very special dog – Tinkerbelle. Tinkerbelle was being cared for by a kind Native American family who said she was living in an abandoned car with other homeless dogs. The family had not … Read more

10 Reasons We Want Someone To Open A Dog Café

It’s a new year, which means people are planning their resolutions. Is yours to start a dog-based business, but you aren’t sure what kind you want? There are lots of dog groomers, pet supply stores and the like. So you are probably thinking you want something different. If so, we think someone needs to open a dog café! We have 10 reasons (some silly, some serious) on why someone should open a dog café in 2016. Would you go to … Read more

Rescuers Save Puppies Stuck In A Pipe Inside A Crumbling House

We really admire people who go out of their way and risk their lives to save animals in need. Just like the rescuers in the video below. The rescue happened in Washington Park, St. Louis. Three puppies are inside a crumbling house that may go down any time. The rescuers bravely entered the house, dodged falling ceilings, and dug through the floors to save the poor pups. Watch the rescue video below! Puppy Rescued From PipeAll he needed was a … Read more

Only Human: A Veterinarian Shares Her Secrets

Guess what! Veterinarians are humans too. We give you advice and we know the right recommendations, but sometimes being human trumps being a veterinarian. It might make you feel better to know that we face the same struggles you do. Here are some things that you might not expect from me: I forget to brush my dog’s teeth. A dog’s teeth should be brushed every day. Dental plaque can become dental tartar in 36 hours, so it is best to … Read more