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Since March 2013, Trupanion has received over 800 claims and paid $180,000 for choking and gagging dogs. A choking dog is a serious matter – it can be almost impossible to calm them down enough for you to be able to retrieve the item and if you don’t know how to do the Heimlich on your pet, you may be speeding to the vet hoping you make it in time. Remember, your dog could choke on anything that’s the “right” … Read more
Mia, the Golden Retriever sure has an odd way of protesting when her dog daddy Regan arrives home late from work and they can’t leave for the the park to play at the usual time. She freezes, LOL! ^_^ It’s amazing how she can freeze in that position with that expression for a few minutes without moving a single muscle – I’m so impressed! Well, it sure is NOT hard to figure out who’s boss around here, haha! Oh Mia, … Read more
In Texas, a family was reunited with their dog after 10 years of not seeing their beloved pooch. Ten years ago, the Galbraith family got a very smart Golden Retriever pup, and they named her Paris. Paris was so special and smart that her family worked with a trainer to turn her into a therapy dog. They thought that they were doing an admirable, unselfish act when they decided to let Paris be assigned to another family who needed her … Read more
Papa dog takes a day off today cos he just wants to be with his new born pups! He’s a first time dad and rather nervous about his day with them. Will they have fun? Will they like him? How rough is rough cos right now, they look so fragile and delicate – oh wow, it’s hard being a dad!! But like all things, Papa lets nature takes its course and soon he forgets about his nervousness and is having … Read more
“A Chained Dog Is A Choked Soul” – Anonymous No dog ever deserves to be chained up outside the house. Imagine what it would be like if you were the one being chained up outside. You are left there all alone, vulnerable to all the elements–no one deserves a life like that, right? So when this guy saw a dog who was chained outside, he knew he had to do something. The temperature was 120 degrees, and the poor thing … Read more
Dog owners tell me often that their dog was “mad” at them and acted out. I have clients that post video and photos of their pet’s destruction on social media and then everyone comments. Many of the comments reflect this exact sentiment- “He must have been mad at you for leaving him”. Dogs feel emotions (See Does My Dog Feel Jealousy?), but if your dog is extremely destructive or urinating when you are away, it’s probably not anger. Animals do … Read more
Are you wondering what breed is “everyone’s favorite breed?” Maybe you are looking for a new dog or just want to know if your favorite breed made the cut. Regardless the reason, it’s always fun to see which breeds are “America’s Favorite.” Here is the list of most popular dog breeds by registration numbers with the American Kennel Club. #1 – Labrador Retriever We all know this is America’s favorite breed. They are happy go-lucky, smart and a great family dog, … Read more
Do you remember how excited you were when you got a new toy as a kid? This Husky pup, Tripp, just can’t even control himself over his wonderful new kiddie pool. With summer in full swing, we almost want to jump right in with him. Tripp is so happy to be able to splash around in some water that he can’t decide if he wants to lay in it and relax or keep jumping around. He chooses to do a … Read more
Cats meow, chickens cluck, frogs croak, and dogs bark. But have you ever heard of a bird who can bark? Yup, no kidding! The parrot in the video below seems to be winning the barking match that he has with a Labrador! Jax the Labrador is barking at a parrot in a cage. But boy was he surprised when the parrot barked back at him! And upon hearing the parrot barking at him, Jax’s barks got even louder–like he was … Read more
Looking for something special you can do for your local shelter? The amazing team at Best Friends Animal Sanctuary gave us the inside scoop on things that really help a shelter out, which you may have never even thought of before. #1 – Bring in food/snacks for staff/volunteers on busy days #2 – Decorate lobbies and common areas for holidays #3 – Make videos of adoptable animals #4 – Donate your professional time in areas such as marketing, public relations, graphic design, photography, … Read more
It’s summer time and we all love to relax and keep ourselves cool in the pool! Dogs love the pool, too! But I think they’re more into playing and swimming than just plain relaxing. They love to jump in the water and splash around! Well, I think we can all agree that dogs know how to have fun! And they sure love having fun in the water! So when this woman was relaxing and floating in the pool, she was … Read more
Dogs are getting so independent nowadays. There was that dog who doesn’t need humans to take him for a walk because he proved that he could hold his own lead and walk himself! And there was also that other dog who don’t need his humans to get food, cos he knows how to raid the fridge when his humans are away! And now we found another independent dog! This German Shepherd named Max has somehow taught himself how to get … Read more
There is truly no other video that so perfectly shows what life is like with dogs! These poor pups have fallen victim to their love of food and are trying so hard to get a taste of the forbidden fruit. It’s really neat to see how smart they are! They try everything they can possibly think of to get ahold of their snacks and some even succeed! The Dodo is constantly providing us with hilarious videos that are so very … Read more
In Maybee, Michigan, there’s a doggy daycare facility called Lucky Puppy. What I love about this doggy daycare center is that they have a bone-shaped pool for dogs! And not just that, the facility is ‘cage-free’ and it has a huge yard for dogs to play in. And now that it’s almost summer, the dogs at Lucky Puppy are finding ways to beat the heat–and what better way than to cool off in a bone-shaped pool! When all the dogs in … Read more
No one will love us unconditionally, tolerate our moodiness, accept our idiosyncrasies, and be more patient with us than our dogs do. Our dogs look at us as if we’re the coolest, most awesome person in the world. Come to think of it, they may not say a word to us, but their actions and their love for us is the best compliment ever! Now this hilarious commercial will show you that no one loves us like our dogs do; … Read more
We will never understand why some people in this world are so cruel to animals. How could they be capable of such evil? Are these people really so heartless that they cannot feel sorry when they hurt these poor defenseless creatures? In Paris, a guy named Pedro Dinis was just walking his dog when he discovered something so heartbreaking. He saw a French Mastiff, and at first he thought that the dog was just sitting in the dirt. But when … Read more
What special tricks have you taught your dog? Aside from the usual sit, stay, and roll over, some dog owners have taught their dogs cute and special tricks. One of our favorites was that dog named Cooper who was taught by his owner to show his tongue on command! That was just so adorable! The Westie in the video below was taught a sweet and special trick. This cutie named Red Piper gives kisses on command! You can see in … Read more
Did you know pet brands give away free products to dog owners on a daily basis? Did you know they pay pet bloggers just to post a pic of their dog enjoying their stuff on social media? The internet has changed the way all pet brands work. “We” as the consumer now have more power than ever regarding what brands people buy, what products do well and what the pet industry makes for our pets. Its a great time to … Read more
Watching dogs play can put anyone in a good mood–especially a dog lover! Puppies might be the cutest to watch play, but there’s something about watching a dog play with another species of animal that makes our heart feel all warm and fuzzy inside. We don’t have many wild animals in the US that would come onto our property that our dogs could bond with, but in Australia this is a whole different story. In this video we get to … Read more
Getting a dog is not a cheap venture. There’s the purchase price or adoption fees, the food, beds, toys, leashes, crates and training. There’s the time and energy. Dogs are a lifetime commitment and a lot of effort and money is invested in them. But we’re here to tell you something you probably already know – dogs are one of the greatest investments you can make in your life. If you need reasons to understand why this is true, we’ve … Read more
Do you have that dog that acts like like a busy bee? Crazy, spun-out of control and just can’t listen for longer than a second? Or maybe you have the dog that just sits there, half asleep, and responds so slowly to your cue that everyone else in class has done 5 repetitions to your one. A new study by the animal experts at Duke Canine Cognition Center has proven what many dog trainers already knew – your training technique … Read more
Whether you notice it as it happens or not, hair doesn’t just disappear overnight. Sudden bald patches or thinning fur on your dog’s body may be cause for alarm in a loving owner – but don’t panic! Your dog’s fur didn’t just pack up and walk away – and it’s not going to come back without some attention. Here are 5 common causes of hair loss in dogs that you can discuss with your vet if you notice your dog’s … Read more
At a time when the news seems to be all bad, this couple is making headlines for a GREAT reason! Kait & John Seyal, along with their two dogs Max and Grace, walked across the US – from Delaware to California. “People have asked us how we could take time out of our lives to do this and I’ve always laughed at that question because I don’t know how I could take time my life to do anything else. I’m … Read more
For anyone who loves dogs, you can all agree that these animals are irresistibly cute. We love to watch other species of animals interact with them, and it touches our hearts when we see these sometimes wild animals develop a fondness for dogs. Whether it’s a small lapdog or a big pup, relationships with dogs and other kinds of animals fascinates us. When this dog was at the beach with his human, he was rewarded with a very unlikely surprise–from an … Read more
I once saw a quote that reads, “The way to a woman’s heart is through her dog.” Do you agree? Well as a woman and a dog lover, I absolutely agree with that. For female paw-rents, it’s dogs, not diamonds, that are a girl’s best friend. So when it comes to marriage proposals, the sweetest and cutest ones involve dogs. Like that guy who surprised his girlfriend with a marriage proposal delivered by cute puppies! In the video below, a … Read more
Summer is upon us, and that means our dogs are getting even more playtime than usual…AKA more exercise! This is good news for pups and their parents, but it can sometimes be difficult, especially when trying to achieve specific health goals like weight loss, to track our fur babies’ progress, especially since activity levels can vary from day to day. Luckily, there are tons of clever gadgets sprouting up that are designed to help us do just that. Take advantage … Read more
Dogs are known for their loyalty–they will stick by your side even in the most difficult of times. And they get worried and they care for our well-being too. Like when they see us crying, they get worried, and they try to comfort us. And when we get sick, they try to cheer us up too. In the video below you will see a dog who is so loyal that he stood outside the hospital, waiting for his owner. This … Read more
Choosing the right breed for you and your family is one of the most important parts of welcoming a dog to your home. The wrong dog with the wrong owner is a disaster waiting to happen, usually ending up with the dog in the shelter and the owner heartbroken that everything went so wrong. If you’ve never had a dog before or are just looking for a more low-maintenance, easy-going breed, check out this list below! #1 – Golden Retriever … Read more
It’s a sad fact – cancer accounts for almost 50 percent of all disease-related pet death each year (www.oncovet.com). Dogs develop cancer at about the same rate as humans – 1 in 4 dogs will develop a tumor of some kind during his lifetime. (www.avma.org). And while there is no way to stave off cancer for certain, Dr. Kathryn Primm, owner of Applebrook Animal Hospital and the “Animal Stuff You Wonder About” blog, has provided us with 10 things you … Read more
For anyone that’s ever heard of Tardar Sauce AKA Grumpy Cat, you know exactly what sort of expression this cat wears on his face. But now there’s a new grump around town… introducing: Grumpy Dog! The owner, Derek Bloomfield, shared photos of his Puggle, Earl, a five-month-old puppy and the internet went a little crazy with comparisons to Grumpy Cat, labeling little Earl as Grumpy Dog. This rising star from Davenport, Iowa is perfectly healthy, but the funny expression comes … Read more
Right before Lily turned a year old, she disappeared from her forever home without a trace. Her family was devastated; they did everything they could to find her but to no avail and after nearly 2 years, they were ready to give up on ever finding their Cavalier King Charles Spaniel ever again. Then out of the blue, on the evening of April 17, 2012, they received a call. Lily had been found! Who would think that Lily would remember … Read more
With so many harsh chemical products on the market, a lot of dog owners are concerned with the unnatural poisons they’re advised to either put on their dog’s skin or feed to them. So for those looking to go a more natural route, you’ll be happy to find that we’ve found a very easy, very safe, natural flea and tick repellent that can be made cheaply from your home. Summer brings many wonderful things; warm weather, summer showers, beautiful flowers, … Read more
I don’t know about you, but when I met my dog, it was love at first sight. All it took was one look, and I knew I was in love. It’s like dogs have this sweet and special ability that allows them to crawl right into our hearts. That is why the guy in the video below couldn’t bear to leave a stray dog he met while he was traveling around the country. Benoit Denizet-Lewis, a writer with the The … Read more
Are you in need of your daily dose of cuteness? Well you’ve come to the right place–cos we have just the video for you! This video will leave you smiling and make you say, “Awwwww…” I think there’s nothing cuter and more precious than newborn puppies. With their tiny pink paws, and their pink little noses–they just look so sweet and so precious! In the video below, you will see a line of precious newborn Pug puppies sleeping in line. … Read more
Are you looking for a new best friend that your entire family can enjoy? Or maybe you don’t have kids now, but want a dog that will adapt when a baby comes along. Perhaps you are hoping to do therapy work at children’s hospitals. Whatever your reasoning for wanting a kid-friendly dog, here is a list of 12 dog breeds to look for when selecting your new buddy. Remember, however, all dogs are individuals and personalities vary. In addition, training … Read more
If you haven’t made treats for your dog because you are intimidated by the whole process (like knowing what ingredients are safe or not safe to feed your dog), or you don’t fancy yourself much of a baker, this simple recipe is perfect for your first attempt. If you are an “old pro” at baking dog treats, or just baking in general, this recipe gives you lots of room to add and substitute ingredients to make fancy treats your dog will beg for! … Read more
What was the sweetest moment you had with your dog? Dogs are very sweet. Every time we wake up, every time we get home, they never hesitate to show us how they feel. Dogs are so open about how they feel about us. They give us hugs, they kiss us. They may not say “I love you”, but they sure are good at showing us how much they love us. And actions speak louder than words, right? Now this guy … Read more
Maymo is feeling depressed today. He has the birthday blues – it happens to people and apparently, to dogs too! So what can Dad do to cheer him up? Well, Dad has a flash of inspiration, so he starts moving furniture around to make a pit. He gets a box, opens it, and out comes hundreds of different colored balls! Maymo’s in Seventh Heaven with all those balls and he can do anything he wants with them: bite ’em; chew ’em up (with supervision, … Read more
A woman’s rescued dogs returned the favor when they saved her little girl from a 400-pound black bear. Emily Wagner didn’t expect that her rescued dogs would rescue them in return. It was a seemingly ordinary Sunday morning when Emily’s daughter, Harper, was playing in the yard. Emily was sitting on the porch close by when she heard her daughter yell for her. When she looked up, she saw a black bear near her daughter. There had been news that … Read more
This is one of my favorite tricks – it is super simple to learn but it looks impressive and can be a “gateway” to all sorts of fun tricks. In fact, the first time I taught it was quite by accident. I wanted a straight back and was using my legs to guide him, I ended up with what I call “the shuffle” instead. The Shuffle I have no idea what others call this, it may not even have a … Read more
If your house was burning and your dog was trapped inside it, would you risk your life to run in and save him? You may have heard the story about the man who got arrested while trying to save his dogs from their burning home, but one man in Australia was able to brave the flames before anyone could stop him. In Rutherford, Australia, a man named Mark Woodbury went for a quick trip to the store. When he got back … Read more
Everyone, meet Romeo and Juliet–two Sharpei’s who have been together through the worse of times. Romeo and Juliet were stray dogs found wandering in the streets together. They were then brought to the shelter and were left there for over a month. Juliet is blind and Romeo sort of serves as her guide dog–she looks to him for support. Both of them desperately needed a home. Bound for Angels, a rescue organization on a mission to helps save the lives … Read more
Sometimes it’s the simple things that can make for something irresistibly cute. We love our pets and their funny antics keep us laughing… and sometimes on our toes. At times we wish we had a camera handy to record these precious moments so that we can look back and smile. For this video, this cute little Pomeranian felt a sneeze coming on strong. Just like a human, a sneeze can be pretty powerful and take a lot out of you. … Read more
A lot of dogs seem to be enjoying their summer! And we’ve seen plenty of videos of how dogs have fun during the hot days. And we’re seeing quite a number of videos of them swimming, having fun in the water, and sliding down the water slide! Dogs seem to be experts at having fun! But the dog in the video below is not just having fun, he seems to be quite the daredevil too! He dared to climb up … Read more
Giving birth is the ultimate experience for any woman; human or canine, I reckon. As to nursing so many..well, if I was a mother dog, I’d be as proud as this chocolate brown Labrador mama too! She looks fit and healthy after giving birth to so many pups and I bet she has lots of milk to feed her army too! See how lovely and gorgeous they all are – so cute and teeny tiny, showing how happy and content … Read more
Don’t you just love watching dogs supporting and helping each other? If you can recall, we featured a video of a puppy who’s having trouble getting down the stairs. And upon seeing how scared, the puppy was, an older dog came to his rescue. That was just so sweet and so cute! The Golden Retriever in the video below is helping his buddy come down the slide. His friend is probably scared of the going the down the slide, so … Read more
Everyone, meet Scooter–a Lhasa-Poodle mix who was born with just two legs. Scooter has no front legs, and now at twelve-weeks-old he scoots across the floor. Luckily, the people of Pitty Paws Bully Rescue and Dr. Julie Mayer were willing to help this poor pup learn how to walk with just two legs and avoid any injuries in the process. Scooter was provided with different contraptions to help him with his balance. They gave him a device they call “Water … Read more
This video is too cute! This adorable long-haired Dachshund has found something very special and he’s determined to hang on to it for as long as he can. Fortunately, it’s attached to him. This little guy found his tail and he’s decided to carry it around the house with him wherever he goes. We’re wondering what he thinks it actually is! He must think it’s some sort of toy, because he’s so proudly carrying it with him. We can’t help … Read more
Our CEO Splash The Dog would like to say a HUGE thank you! Last month, your purchases provided 73,666 meals for shelter dogs!!! See that bag of food there? That’s the exact amount a single t-shirt purchase provides! Pretty awesome, huh? Huge thanks to our partners Rescue Bank and Greater Good!
On a hot summer’s day, what could be better than a cool dip in the pool? Bonsai the English Bulldog may have been born with multiple deformities, but he certainly doesn’t let it stop him from having fun. He has Caudal Regression Syndrome (Sacral Agenesis) and Sacrocaudal Dysgenesis – likely combined with a variation of Spina Bifida. Basically, he was born with just half of his spine, a non-functioning pelvis and malformed rear legs. But when Bonsai is in the … Read more
All dogs deserve a chance to live a good life. These sweet creatures depend on us to give them a home and the love that they need. And in return, they give us priceless gifts–the gift of love, friendship, and loyalty. That is why we admire people who rescue dogs. Some of these dogs have been through a lot. It’s not easy living in the streets, especially when you have a previous family who just neglected and abandoned you. In … Read more
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