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Nuns Adopt Hopeless 9-Year-Old Unwanted Pit Bull

Three New York nuns lost their beloved canine companion and had one mission when finding another pup to share their home with – a dog that nobody wanted. So when the three sisters of Sisters of Our Lady of Christian Doctrine walked into Hi Tor Animal Care Center, they found exactly what they were looking for. Remy is a 9-year-old Pit Bull nearly destined to be euthanized in a shelter, where so many people are looking for puppies and young … Read more

Boxer Imitates Squeaky Toy And It’s The Cutest Thing You’ve Ever Seen!

Boxers are said to be the clowns and comedians of the dog world–and we totally agree! We’ve seen plenty of Boxer videos that had us rolling on the floor with laughter. They are just effortlessly funny! It must be that funny, smooshy face of theirs, or it’s just how goofy they are! One of our favorite funny boxer videos was the one where Oscar the Boxer imitates a firetruck siren. Then right after he howled, he gave his mom a … Read more

Hundreds Of Rescued Golden Retrievers Celebrate Life Together And It’s As Amazing As It Sounds

Who rescued who? Did you rescue your dog, or did your dog rescue you? Well I think it’s both. When a person rescues a dog, he is saving that dogs life. And the rescued dog ends up rescuing the human who rescued him by making his life brighter and happier each day. Dogs have a lot to offer to us, they protect us and our homes, they give us love and loyalty. So in their own ways, they are rescuing … Read more

After Eating A 20 lb Bag Of Dog Food, This Giant Bear Does Something Hilarious

Whenever we eat too much, our bodies like to respond by telling us it’s time to take a nap. Like at family gatherings, when we overindulge ourselves on all those delectable goods and tasty treats, sending us into a food coma. And since bears are mammals, just like us, they should be no different, right?! Well, recently in Florida there was one giant bear that couldn’t resist the temptation to overindulge himself on something different from his normal daily diet–a … Read more

This Dog Might Be Better Than All Of Us At Karaoke – You Have To Hear This!

Some dogs love to sing. Well, they howl and do their best to sing, but still, they’re so adorable when they do so. Remember that dog who sings every time he hears his favorite song? There was that one who is a big Whitney Houston fan, and another one who sings when he hears the song “Let it Go”. Now here’s another dog who just loves to sing! When he hears a song playing, he sings with it. We’re not … Read more

Soldier Returns To The Biggest Welcome Home We’ve Ever Seen

People + Animals = Companions Together, also called as PACT, is an organization on a mission to provide programs that will help both animals and their owners. They have unique programs such as our emergency Pet Foster Programs, helping animal caregivers with their emergency needs, and running educational seminars. PACT also helps military personnel find temporary, in-home foster care for their pets. One of the people that PACT has helped is Adam, an army veteran. Adam was deployed to Korea … Read more

This Dog Proves That Sometimes Our Pups Just Want To Be Goofballs

One of the reasons why we love our dogs so much is because they make us smile and laugh. They don’t even have to try so hard. They are just naturally funny. They just randomly do things that are so silly and so goofy that we just can’t help but laugh! Now the dog in the video below is one of the biggest goofball we’ve ever seen. For some reason, he just won’t stay put. He’s lying on the couch … Read more

Scared Shelter Pup Hugs Her Best Friend & Ends Up Saving Both Of Their Lives

A photo of a dog hugging another dog caught the attention and the sympathy of a lot of people that it became viral in Facebook. And in just two hours and six minutes that the photo was posted, the two dogs found a foster home. The two dogs, Kala and Keira are shelter puppies in Atlanta, Georgia. Angels Among Us Pet Rescue were told by the shelter that the two were scheduled to be euthanized. They’ve reached their deadline and … Read more

They Couldn’t Figure Out Why Their Solar Lights Were Disappearing Until This…

No matter what toys you spend lots of money on, nothing is better to some dogs than messing with the things they aren’t supposed to. And why? Because to a dog anything can be a toy and something to entertain themselves with! Dogs will be dogs, but when it comes to the things you are hoping don’t get messed with, sometimes it can be a tad frustrating. When this family started to wonder where the heck the solar lights were … Read more

Why God Made Dogs

No matter what you believe, dogs hold a very special place in our lives. They have undeniable, real bonds with us that run very, very deep. Spiritually deep even. They are unlike anything else that exists. The video below is a narration of why God made dogs. It tells us that God made dogs to be our companions, and as our companions, he made the dog useful in a lot of ways. Watch the heartwarming video of why God made … Read more

Woman Comes Up With Ingenious Trap To Save Little White Dog. Grab a tissue!

This is truly an amazing story of a wonderful hero! After noticing a stray dog living in a dumpster, a caring woman decided she was going to set a trap to capture him and bring him to safety. She built a thoughtful trap, waited patiently for the dog to come around and finally was able to get ahold of him. This poor pup was filthy, matted, hungry and terrified. He would run away any time someone tried to save him. … Read more

Ask A Vet: What Are The 5 Best Dogs For Kids?

Everyone knows that dogs make great best friends. As a mom of an only child, my son has never known a time when there was not a dog. Anyone who has read my book notes that my Great Dane, Dora has served as his companion and playmate for all of his life. When we were looking for Dora, many of the rescue agencies deemed us as an unfit home because we had a child. But this is silly. Dogs are … Read more

Guilty Dog Doesn’t Know Why The Couch Stuffing Is All Over The Floor

Benny is an adorable pooch that appears to have eaten his owner’s couch. When his owner comes home to find couch filling all over and a gaping hole in a cushion, he asks Benny if he had anything to do with it. Poor Benny is so cute and looks just a little bit too guilty! Fortunately it looks like his owner takes it easy on him, because we all know dogs aren’t destructive on purpose. Benny probably has quite a … Read more

Shelter Sets Up Camera, Uncovers How Dogs Escape Their Kennels At Night!

Strange things were happening at Battersea Dogs & Cats animal shelter and the staff couldn’t figure out just what was going on. Almost every night after closing, the kennel doors in one of the dog areas were getting opened, allowing all of the dogs to come out and eat all of the food in the kitchen. After several nights of this happening, the staff got a stern talking to from management with heavy reminders to make sure the kennels were … Read more

10 Year Old Dog Is Asked About His Birthday And His Reaction Is Priceless.

Could this video get any cuter? We don’t think so! Jager is celebrating his 10th birthday and he couldn’t be more excited about it and his owner was precious enough to catch it on video for the world to see. She took Jager and his sister Cosette out for a walk that morning, a little upset that her baby had reached the double-digit years and was all grown up, but Jager wasn’t having any of it! He pestered her the … Read more

Husky Acts Just Like A Teenager When Its Time To Go Into His Crate

REMEMBER: Crates are used to protect your dog and make them feel safe when you’re not at home. They should never be used for disciplining! Huskies especially need them, as they can be very destructive when left alone 🙂 This is just too funny! Watch how this Husky named Rocky, refused to go into his crate. He stiffens up and refuses to budge. Sounds familiar? Looks familiar?? Well, if you have a teenager, you’ll probably be able to relate to … Read more

This Greyhound Loves Summer More Than Anyone Else Ever. Just Watch This!

Don’t you just looove summer and swimming!! This Greyhound certainly loves the water so much, she can’t contain herself in the backyard pool, jumping and simply having the time of her life!! I’ve never seen such enthusiasm before, have you? All that’s lacking is ice cream and my goodness, I’m sure her day will be complete!! ^_^ Sookie, the Greyhound certainly reminds me of my childhood days and how I spent all day at the pool; jumping, swimming, playing from … Read more

Dog Looks Out The Door Every Day And Watches As Her Crush Walks By

Girls, what do we do when our crush walks by? Don’t we shriek and pretty much swoon? It’s like, “OMG, there he is, oh isn’t he handsome?!” Well, check this doggie out – she does the same thing when her crush walks by her house!! It’s just so totally cute!!! ^_^ Funny isn’t it how we share similar reactions with our pets. I’m just so pleasantly surprised and I can actually relate to how she feels every time she sees … Read more

Overweight Rescue Dog Was Found on Brink Of Death – You Have To See Her Now!

If you’re looking for love, and if you’re looking for a faithful companion, you don’t have to look any further. There are plenty of dogs at the shelter who are willing to give you love, friendship, and loyalty. And just like us, they all deserve to get the home and the love that they desperately need. That is why we encourage people to adopt. The video below tells you the story of a certain shelter dog. Her name is Molly. … Read more

PitBull Decides Their Fence Needs Work And Decides To Help..Every Single Morning

Dogs can be extremely helpful around the house, especially assistance/service dogs. They are trained to do various tasks around the house to help the person they are assisting. They open fridge doors, turn the lights on and off, and they can even help do the laundry! The Pit Bull in the video below is no service dog. But in his little ways, he is helping out his humans around the house. In the video, he decided that their fence needs … Read more

Watch This Boy’s Reaction When He’s Handed A New Puppy…

As a dog lover, I can say that a dog is one of the best gifts in life. They give us the gift of love, friendship, and companionship. It’s even more adorable and precious when a kid gets a dog or a puppy as a gift. It’s so heartwarming to watch kids crying tears of joy when they receive a puppy. I can’t help but feel excited and happy for them! Now the kid in the video below is gonna … Read more

This Dog Collapsed On Their Porch From Dog Fighting Injuries; Luckily, He Got Help In The Nick Of Time

Mother’s Day, 2015. Unleashed Pet Rescue gets a call about a Pit Bull puppy who collapsed after wandering into a porch owing to life threatening injuries. Punctures and tears on this poor puppy’s head look suspiciously like those derived from illegal dog fighting. The puppy named Jax was bitten repeatedly; viciously. He had a swollen face; one eye shut tight with big gashes and holes in his neck and head. How anyone can subject a puppy to dog fighting is … Read more

Dog Saves Baby Dolphin From Being Stuck On The Beach!

Imagine walking down the beach for a spot of fishing and your dog ends up rescuing something so precious! Well, it happened to this man when he and his dog Leia were walking along the shore near Criccieth. Leia started barking further down from him and when he got to her, he saw that she had found a beached baby dolphin. He quickly helped the baby porpoise get back to deeper water for her to be able to swim back to sea, … Read more

Dog Notices Cat Giving Birth And What He Does Next Is Truly Amazing

True friendship is what it is – this is what love, trust and generosity is all about! It isn’t easy for ALL beings to exist alongside each other let alone trust one another; what more when it comes to different kinds of animals! Yet, here’s mother cat putting all her trust on the dog who helped and assisted her while she was giving birth to her babies. As to this sweet, sweet dog – such a generous spirit and a … Read more

This Mangy Dog Was Dying Out On The Street And This Person Wasn’t Going To Give Up On Him

Nowhere else in the world are there more stray dogs than in India and many of them are in horrific conditions pretty much like this poor mutt covered in tar and suffering from the worse case of mange. Here comes our Miracle Workers to the rescue through Animal Aid Unlimited! This poor dog was brought to their compound and given much needed TLC. Shivering and scared of being touched by his kindhearted and very brave rescuer at first, he finally … Read more

Rebel Cat Refuses To Come Inside So This Dog Decides To Help

We love it when cats and dogs get along well together. It’s a beautiful friendship that we just love to watch. If you have a cat and a dog, I’m sure you can see that the two are very different in a lot of ways. But it’s wonderful to know that despite their differences, they can still get along and become best friends. You may have noticed that dogs pay attention to their humans more than cats do. So when … Read more

After Crawling His Whole Life, Dog Takes First Steps Following Life-Changing Surgery!

While all dogs are born lovable, not all dogs are born physically the same. Meet Roscoe, a sweet Pit Bull puppy that was born with a condition that caused his toes to curl and made it impossible for him to walk. Because of this, the only way that he could get around was either by crawling or being carried by someone–which made him very sad because he couldn’t run around like the other dogs. Thankfully, the Asheville Humane Society in North … Read more

Puppies Decide To Help Mom With The Camera And Hilarity Ensues

Are you looking for your daily dose of cuteness? Well look no further! We have just the perfect video to brighten up your day and it’s guaranteed to make you smile! And it has something we all love: PUPPIES! These super cute Corgi puppies are chasing the camera that’s filming them, and it looks like they want to take a bite at it! Well almost every curious puppy want to take a bite at anything they see! Take a look … Read more

This Dog Could Teach Lessons In Begging For A Treat- You’ve Never Seen An Act Like This

Dogs are masters when it comes to begging. They show us their best begging face, armed with those irresistible puppy dog eyes. Some even give you the additional head tilt. Humans are almost powerless to that combo! This Shih Tzu however has an additional move to that begging combo; he adds some cute hand movements to it! His name is Skippy. Skippy seems to love carrot cookies! He loves it so much he incessantly begs for it! He sits like … Read more

Dog Took Physical Abuse For Woman So She Could Get Out Of The House

What do you do when you see YOUR mommy being beaten nearly half to death with a hammer? Well for this 110 lbs Great Dane, he decided to lie on top of his mom and protect her by taking the majority of the blows from her abuser. As a result, he sustained many broken bones, including a hip and two rib fractures because of his heroic deed. Our Great Dane named J Matthew was forcibly dragged into the streets, giving … Read more

BREAKING NEWS RECALL – Carnivore Meat Company Recalls Vital Essentials Due to Listeria

Following on the heels of the Stella & Chewy’s recalls due to Listeria contamination, Carnivore Meat Company is voluntarily recalling two lots of its Vita Essentials raw frozen dog food due to possible contamination with Listeria monocytogenes. The recall was called into effect after the FDA (Federal Food and Drug Administration) tested product and it tested positive for Listeria. Effected Product Two lots are being recalled:   Vital Essentials Frozen Beef Tripe Patties UPC 33211 00809 Lot # 10930 Best … Read more

Homeless Mama PitBull Leads Rescuers To An Abandoned House. Under The Foundation They Get The Surprise Of A Lifetime.

Angels without wings live amongst us! Despite the fact that they didn’t really have much money, two kindhearted tenants fed a very pregnant and homeless Pit bull whom they named Sansa, what little food they had. One day, they realized that she had gone underneath the house to give birth to her pups so they quickly called Hope for Paws. Sansa was already outside with the two concerned tenants when our Hope For Paws Heroes, Lisa and Eldad arrived and … Read more

You HAVE To See How This Guy Is Woken Up Every Day… Oh My!

Although some dogs are too lazy to wake up early and just want to stay in bed all day, but other dogs wake up early, and when they’re up, they wants us to get up too! And I’m sure you’d agree that dogs are the most effective alarm clocks. That’s because they have no snooze button! The guy in the video below has one whiny alarm clock. His Husky wakes him up every day. The whiny Husky probably wants her … Read more

Surfing Therapy Dog Helps Heal Veterans & People With Disabilities

Not every dog has a mission the moment she is born, but Ricochet did. She was born into the “Puppy Prodigies Neo-natal & Early Learning Program” with the intentions of becoming a service dog for a person with a disability. Incredibly smart, Ricochet advanced through her training with ease. But, she had one tiny flaw…her love for chasing birds, which could be a risk to a person with a disability. The team made the difficult decision to withdraw her from the … Read more

Meet The 8 Courageous Canines Named Finalists for 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards

America has spoken and following nearly 1 million votes cast by animal lovers across the country and a celebrity panel of dog lovers and experts, eight courageous canines have been named finalists in the 2015 American Humane Association Hero Dog Awards™, presented by the Lois Pope LIFE Foundation. These heroic canines each took top honors in their individual categories from a field of 171 initial nominees, and now America’s voters and a celebrity judging panel will determine which dog will … Read more

Ask A Vet: 6 Causes Of Canine Constipation

Constipation in dogs is defined by the inability to pass normal stools. The stool itself can be hard and dry when it is passed and sometimes, dogs strain and are unable to produce stool at all. There are many reasons for constipation. To make a normal stool, a dog must be eating, have the ability to digest and concentrate the waste normally, have an open passageway for the stool to proceed through, have the muscle movement to push stool forward, … Read more

Stressed During Finals Week? How About A Therapy Dog At School!

By now everyone, even non-dog owners, know the healing power of dogs. Therapy dogs are being used around the world in hospitals, children reading programs, retirement facilities, hospice, etc., to help ease people who are in emotional or physical distress. However most schools do not allow dogs except service dogs to be in the building during school hours. Until now. Northern Highlands Regional High School in Allendale, New Jersey invited therapy dogs into the building during finals week to help … Read more

From The Vet: Don’t Blame The Dog! 5 Diseases You Cannot Catch From Your Dog

We talk all the time about diseases you could catch from your dog, but have you ever thought about diseases that you cannot catch from your dog? There are a handful of diseases that raise eyebrows and sometimes get blamed on pets, and our poor, innocent, pets have been taking the rap for them this whole time! Here’s a list of illnesses that have been blamed on dogs erroneously. #1 – Pinworms Pinworms are a human parasite. They do not … Read more

6 Ways You Could Be Causing Your Dog’s Bad Behavior

When something goes wrong, it’s easy to blame the dog – after all, he can’t speak to defend himself! However, many times we humans inadvertently cause the very things we are trying to stop our dogs from doing. If you’ve made some of the mistakes listed below, don’t worry–we all have! The good news is that you can make some changes, but first, you have to be informed! Here are some ways you may be accidentally encouraging your dog’s most annoying habits: #1 … Read more

The Best Use Of An Electric Mixer EVER!

Ever wonder what your pet does while you are out of the house? While some of us may know thanks to cameras and monitoring systems, the majority of us are left to wonder, “just what exactly do our pets do when we are not at home?” In my house, I am pretty sure all four of my dogs get on the couch and sleep…unless there is paper that can be shredded. I often come home to a shredded napkin or … Read more

When They Found Her She Had Been Burned Alive. Now Rescued, This PitBull Needs A New Loving Home

Update: Kinzie has not yet been adopted. To be considered by Furever Rescue in adopting you must FIRST complete an adoption application. Here is an update from Furever Rescue: “Once Kinzies doctors believe she is strong enough she will be vaccinated and an echo will be performed to determine the severity of her heart murmur. Once that has been performed we will move forward with her spay and at that time she will be ready to go home to her … Read more

Your Dog Should Eat Crickets… Yes, Crickets – But It’s Not What You Think

When I first heard about the idea of making pet treats out of crickets, it caught my attention. I had visions of the smelly little creepy crawlers that my parents fished with when I was a girl. But then I remembered the attentiveness my childhood pets always showed to leftover crickets. They seemed to want those bugs, though I never considered actually offering them back then. But now that I am a pet expert, I am always thinking about natural … Read more

Stubborn Dog Withholds Kisses Until She Gets Her Treat

One of my favorite times of the day is when I get home and my dog welcomes me with the most loving welcome home greeting. Their tails wag happily, and they shower us with hugs and kisses! It’s really nice to know that someone misses us when we’re gone. Although most dogs love to shower their humans with sweet kisses, the Golden Retriever in the video below is a little different. For some reason, when her mom asks her for … Read more

Dog Adopts Baby And Volunteers For Babysitting

They say dogs make good babysitters; and I believe them! We’ve seen a couple of videos of dogs who are doing an excellent job in watching over the baby. They protect and guard them, and they make them laugh and smile too! One of our favorites is that baby who was laughing so hard as he was watching the dog jump! Now here’s another adorable dog and baby video for you! This Alaskan Malamute named Evo loves the baby so … Read more

Pug Throws Adorable Tantrum Because He Wants To Stay Up Late With Mommy

What time is your dog’s bed time? Some dogs go to bed early, they even take your spot on the bed. But there are some dogs who want to stay up late. Just like the Pug in the video below! This energetic little Pug named Grimley doesn’t want to go to bed yet. So when his mom tells him that it’s bed time, he severely protests it! He wants to stay up late and play! Watch him in the video … Read more

They Thought This Dog Was Drowning But Were Completely Surprised After They Rescued Her

Davis Island Dog Beach in Tampa, FL is the perfect destination for anyone with a dog looking to get some sun and have a good time in the water. Every summer, thousands head over to get their beach fix on the roughly 200-foot waterfront. Recently, however, beach-goers noticed a Lab-mix drowning and when they pulled her to shore, she was having difficulty breathing. They called for help and with the arrival of the local fire department and assistance from a … Read more

Dog Sees Ball Pit For The First Time Ever And Completely Loses It

Do you have a dog that loves balls? Have you ever wondered what would happen if you took them to a ball pit? Well, this adorable French Bulldog has the best reaction ever and we can’t stop laughing! This pup just can’t even handle how exciting these ball pits are and he’s even making his Miniature Schnauzer friend pretty happy about it too! These pups are definitely lucky to be a part of such a great doggy daycare, because it’s … Read more

Talking With Olympians And The Dogs They Rescued From The Streets of Russia

Sports Illustrated catches up with Sochi Olympians and their adopted Rescue dogs after sixteen months! When American Olympians went to Sochi, Russia for the Winter Olympics, they saw thousands of stray dogs. They found out that most of the strays end up euthanized if they don’t get taken in. The dogs were malnourished and scared; their health conditions were very poor. They survived by begging for food while avoiding Hotel security where our athletes were housed. Not only did they … Read more

5 Fun Games You Can Teach Your Dog To Play With You

Let’s face it, while our dogs could probably go for walks and play fetch for hours (or even days) at a time, it gets a little boring to us human companions to do the same thing all the time. Spicing up your activity is good for you and your pooch, because new games certainly keep your pup thinking and tired. If you’re looking for some new games to play, we’ve got some great ones here for you! Remember, all of … Read more

Mom Asks This Dog What’s In His Mouth And His Reaction Is Priceless

Just recently, we featured a video of Denver the guilty dog. Denver became so famous because of his adorable guilty face. Well I think all dogs look adorable when they have that guilty expression on their faces. They give you those sweet puppy-dog eyes, making it impossible for us to get mad at them! The cute dog in the video below looks so guilty when his mom interrogates and asks him if there’s something in his mouth. Although he tries … Read more

Mini Pig And Pug Fall Instantly In Love At First Sight

Don’t you just love it when dogs get along with other animals? It’s so cute watching them meet for the first time, and become fast friends. It’s even more amazing when they stay best friends even as they get older! Just like the adorable unlikely best friends, –Roo the two-legged chihuahua and his best friend Penny, a fluffy chicken! In the video below, you will see a beautiful friendship in the making. Otis the mini pig is meeting Bella the … Read more