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I’ll be the first to admit that I do, on occasion, dress up my dogs (in fact, all four of them have their own pair of fairy wings). Yet, even for me, there is a line when it comes to some things I just wouldn’t buy. Take a look at these items and lets us know in the comments – would you buy these crazy dog products? #1 – Temporary Tattoos Jorge Bendersky is known for his amazing skills at dog … Read more
In my practice, I see large breed dogs every day. Dogs come in so many sizes that I thought I would explore the top 5 reasons that large breed dogs see me. All large breed dogs can probably trace back to a handful of similar ancient breeds, so there are definitely genetic predispositions in large and giant breeds. Some of the problems simply are made more likely by the size of the patient. #1 – Ear Infections Otitis Externa is … Read more
It’s predicted that each and every year 4.7 million people get bitten by a dog. Of these, often times these dog bites happen to children. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), it has been discovered that 50 percent of our children will be bitten by the time they are 12 years old. What you probably DO NOT know is that 77 percent of dog bites come from a FAMILY’S OWN DOG or a friend’s dog. Yet, most dog … Read more
After a long week of hard and exhausting work, all of us deserve some rest and relaxation. So why not go for a trip? We all could use a little time off, right? And don’t forget to bring your dogs with you! I’m sure they’d be more than happy to tag along! If you’re a little hesitant in taking your dog with you on your vacation, then you should check out this video! In the video, you will see the … Read more
You have to admit, you may have wondered what life could be like if your dog had the ability to hold a conversation with you. Now, what about if those doggie paws had opposable thumbs that allowed them to text too? What do you imagine they would say? Well, there’s actually a fun website that answered this question for you! And with these hilarious hypothetical text messages between dogs and their humans, this may leave little to the imagination: … Read more
The warm weather is here and with it are the potential dangers of heat stroke. Making sure our dogs get enough exercise is important but there are times when we need to be a little creative when it comes to cooling down our canine companions. Here are some great ideas for keeping your pooch cool all summer long! #1 – Cooling Mats There are a number of different companies that make cooling mats and all of them are pretty equally … Read more
Dogs have different and sometimes strange reactions when they see a shadow. Some dogs would think it’s something they can play with. Just like that adorable German Shepherd who tried pouncing on his own shadow. Others would see it as if it’s a threat, and they would try to bark at it. Like that cute French Bulldog who tried to have an argument with a shadow. The dog in the video below has the same reaction to that French Bulldog. … Read more
For any newly married couple, a honeymoon is a truly special time that is often one of the happiest experiences in life. When this couple returned home from their blissful vacation, suddenly their life changed in an instant. Their Doberman, Athena, was lifeless, unable to move her limbs. They immediately took her to the veterinarian where she was diagnosed with severe Wobblers Syndrome–a neurological disease that renders a dog’s limbs useless. The vet told the couple that the diagnosis was bleak, and that if … Read more
Dogs scoot or drag their bottom on the ground or on the floor usually because there’s something irritating him/her. Most of the time it’s because the dog has worms or the dog has something stuck on his bottom like some poop getting caught on the hair around his anus. But without those reasons, is it possible to teach your dog to scoot? Well it appears that this guy has actually taught his dog to sit and scoot! In the video … Read more
What kind of activity is your dog into? Most dogs love to run, some love to catch and fetch balls or frisbees. Other dogs even love skateboarding! And some dogs love soccer! Just like that adorable dog named Kipper Mac! Other than being totally cute, Kipper Mac is also a soccer pro! And now we have another awesome soccer player in the making! This dog totally rocks at hitting the soccer ball with his head. In the video below, he … Read more
Many dog owners find themselves living with a dog that barks more than they ever thought would happen. In fact, nuisance barking is probably one of the main concerns owners have when it comes to their dogs. Aside from being difficult to live with, it can also cause problems with neighbors. While some breeds are more predisposed to barking than others, all dogs can bark excessively. Curbing the behavior means determining the cause of the barking and there are many … Read more
Our dogs can be very protective of us. It’s one of the best things about them. Our best friends will always have our back. Some dogs would even risk their own lives to protect their humans. Like that dog who leapt in front of an oncoming bus to save his blind owner. So we may not trust other people, but we sure can trust our dogs. But dogs can sometimes be too protective! Just like the dog in the video … Read more
It’s so cute when dogs try to be friends with the family cat. However some cats just don’t like to get chummy with the canine family members. Cats prefer to be by themselves and keep some distance. But dogs love to interact with anyone and everything. So when there’s a cat in your house, for sure your friendly dog would love to be friends with the cat, and would want to play with her. Just like the friendly French Bulldog … Read more
With proper training, dogs can do almost anything! They do awesome and jaw-dropping tricks, they help cops catch the bad guys, and they can assist people with disability go about with their day to day life. But with all those talents and skills, do you think a dog can look after a food stall and sell hotdogs? Just for Laughs has made us laugh once again with this hilarious dog gag! A dog is selling hotdogs, and the food stall … Read more
“Out of the mouths of babes oft times comes gems.” When the Good Pet Guardian team started filming their series at the Detroit’s Dixon Educational Learning Academy, whom they had chosen as their Ambassador school for all 4th grad students in the Detroit Public School system, they could have never prepared themselves for what one little girl has to say on the issue of homeless dogs. The host asks the 4th graders if he was a dog “would it better … Read more
We dog lovers would do anything to help our dogs. Even if it costs us a lot of money, we’ll do whatever we can to make our dogs’ lives comfortable and pain-free. So when they get sick, we make sure they get all the medical assistance they need. So when a paralyzed little puppy named Rumple first came to Asheville Humane Society, they did everything they could to help him. Rumple couldn’t use his back legs and he had no … Read more
Tiny, helpless, precious puppies are something that no one–especially a dog lover–can resist. From those tiny paws to those yappy squeaks we can’t get enough whenever they are near. Every day is like a whole new world for a puppy, and part of life for any dog is getting accustomed to bathing. And as we all know, watching a puppy do anything for the first time is just downright adorable. So sit back and smile, and be thankful that these … Read more
“No matter how long a dog lives, it’s never enough.” It goes without saying that we all want to maximize the time we have with our furbabies. And while it’s true that no amount of years will ever be enough, there are simple practices you can implement starting today that can help extend and maximize your dog’s life. (the following is just a sampling of the information provided in from our free, “How to Make Your Dog Live Longer & Happier” email … Read more
For disabled Americans, a well-trained service animal can provide tremendous physical and emotional assistance, adding to their quality of life on a daily basis. But before those animals have the chance to help someone in need, they of course need to be equipped to do so. And sometimes, that happens in the most unlikely of ways… NEADS is one of several programs throughout the United States that pairs prison inmates with puppies and leads them through the training process. Once … Read more
A Goldendoodle who was a victim of a hit and run is now doing amazing acts of kindness for those in need. Hope the Goldendoodle cheated death when she was struck by a hit and run driver a year-and-a-half ago. Her injuries were so bad that the vets had to amputate one of her legs, and they weren’t sure if she would make it. Miraculously, Hope survived. And now she’s doing remarkable things with her second chance in life. Hope … Read more
Have you ever wondered what your dog could be dreaming about? We see them move their limbs and try to bark as they’re sleeping. Maybe they’re dreaming of chasing a squirrel! We saw that hilarious video compilation by America’s Funniest Videos showing us what dogs are probably dreaming about. Their dreams included eating a spoonful of peanut butter and enjoying a day at the park! The Boxer in the video below is probably having one crazy dream! His name is … Read more
Sophie Hewlett is a 24-year-old woman from Upton Worcester England who suffered from Anorexia Nervosa. She was able to cope with her eating disorder thanks to her miniature Dachshund puppy named Eevee. Sophie’s weight plummeted in 2013 because of all the stress she went through during her final exams at the university. It was at that time that she started skipping meals. She was at the brink of death weighing only four-and-a-half-stone (about 63 pounds). But when she got her … Read more
Sometimes, you know from an early start your calling in life. For this dog, he knew from just 14 weeks of age that he was destined to do something with his natural talent and awesome canine abilities. While at the start of his training, this police K9-in-training shows of his superior skills even when he’s just a few months of age. At the sight of this “criminal” the puppy springs into action, leaping from the squad car and chasing down … Read more
All over the world every day there are dogs that need new homes. For those dogs that don’t have a place to call home, forced to live on the streets, they need it the most. Hope for Paws is a nonprofit animal rescue based out of Los Angeles, California, and their mission is to rescue dogs in need of help and find them loving forever homes. They recently received a call from the Costa Rica Dog Rescue to fly down for one … Read more
Hope For Paws, a rescue organization operating in Los Angeles, California. They received a call from Waste Management about a pit bull that had wandered into the recycling facility. Together, with the help of L.A. Animal Rescue, they went to work on a very dangerous rescue. The scared dog had buried himself deep within the garbage, at the top of the heap. Safety was an issue – how to get the scared dog out of the trash heap? Waste Management … Read more
It’s so cute when a dog adopts another animal as if it’s her own offspring. Especially when the baby animal also thinks that the dog is really his mama! And boy do we have an adorable duo for you guys to check out today! This pig seems to think the dog is his mama. So wherever the dog goes, he goes! The pig just follows the dog around! Even when the dog just goes for a drink, the pig follows … Read more
Having our dogs gone missing is devastating. No words could explain the sadness and the worry that the dog owner goes through when his/her dog is nowhere to be found. So when an owner is reunited with her dog, all the emotions just come rushing–the relief and the happiness of finally bringing back home the beloved dog they’ve been missing. After 5 years of having her dog gone missing, soldier Jessica Gutierrez thought she’d never see her dog ever again. … Read more
In Albuquerque New Mexico, a 13-year-old boy rescued a litter of puppies who were abandoned and placed inside a trash bag. The young boy named Jonathan Flatt, was in the right place and in the right time. He was walking near a field on his way to the bus stop when he heard cries coming from the side of the road. He was worried about the cries that he heard, so he went to investigate. Jonathan was shocked with what … Read more
Sometimes it’s the biggest animals that can have the kindest, gentlest spirits you will ever know. Meet Winston, a 106 lb Great Pyrenees that spends his days bringing smiles and spreading joy at the C.C. Young nursing home in Dallas, Texas. Winston was surrendered back to his breeder in Colorado after his original owner passed away, and his new owner in Texas, Clifford Spohr, knew that Winston’s kind spirit had to be shared with others–especially those who need it. This … Read more
In today’s world, it seems that sometimes random acts of kindness are few and far between. For some, a little effort, or even just a small gesture can change someone’s life for the better more than that kind stranger will ever know. When three-year-old Luke Westbrook lost his Beagle this past April, he made a routine of sitting at the dinner table with his mother, Mary, to pen his beloved dog handwritten notes. The notes were always addressed to “Moe … Read more
Nikon just created one of the coolest camera ever! They developed a camera gadget that our dogs can operate! And it takes photos from the heart! In the video below, you will see a dog named Grizzler. Just like most dogs Grizzler loves to go on walks and check out his surroundings. And now with Nikon’s new camera, he can take photos of things that excite him! The device reads Grizzler’s heartbeat. The device is placed on a camera holder … Read more
Some dogs are great escape artists. They are so clever to think their way out of whatever is blocking their way to freedom. Just like that smart dog who used a trampoline to escape their backyard! He sure surprised his human when he sat down beside him in the train! Now this Shih Tzu named Toby always escapes the barricade when his owners leave the house. Curious of how Toby does it, his humans set up a camera so they … Read more
There’s just something so overwhelmingly adorable about seeing a very large dog interacting sweetly with a very tiny dog. In the case of the video you’re about to see, we’re talking very very tiny. A mini puppy snuck out of his kennel area at The MuttShack Animal Rescue facility in Burbank, California, and immediately decided to say hello to all of the dogs he came across. The friendly little guy (again…little really is an understatement) wasn’t the only one who … Read more
Dogs have amazing balancing skills. We’ve seen a lot of them perform during dog shows and even in talent contests on TV! Just recently, we featured two Border Collies named Ace and Holly, who performed an amazing balancing trick with their human. What the dog in the video below does is just jaw-droppingly amazing! Ozzy the Welsh Border Collie is an acrobatic dog who can walk on a tightrope! But that’s not all! Not only can he balance on the … Read more
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem usually suffered by the soldiers that come home from war. Symptoms of PTSD include recurring flashbacks, hypervigilance, and irritability or sudden outbursts of anger. For soldiers to cope with PTSD, they are provided with service dogs who are specially trained to help calm them down and provide them with emotional support. The White Raven K9, Inc.’s “You Have A Dog In This Fight” project seeks to rescue unwanted dogs from … Read more
Some dogs love going on a car ride. Others do not. If you happen to have a dog that doesn’t like the car, or doesn’t like to jump into it on their own, going anywhere can suddenly become a big hassle. Before you start training your dog to load on cue, you need to ask yourself the following questions: Is My Dog Not Willing to Jump in the Car out of Fear? If your dog is afraid of the car … Read more
Most dogs enjoy a good game of fetch. But these pups take fetch to the extreme – they don’t care how big or heavy the item is, or even if they can actually catch it – it’s all about playing the game. Is your dog an extreme fetcher? #1 – It’s MINE! #2 – I Can’t Say Much, but I Carry a BIG Stick! #3 – Seriously Guys, I Got THIS! #4 – I Can Fit That in My Mouth…Wanna Bet? #5 – 12 … Read more
Most dog owners spread their love among many species and aren’t canine specific in their devotion. With so much love to spread around, eventually there will come a time when they will bring different animals into the home. How does one go about introductions, with little stress and even less fanfare? Below are some tips on how to effectively introduce the dog to other animals. (Important: Be aware of their prey drive, is the dog of a breed with high-prey … Read more
You can ask any dog enthusiast, “what makes a dog special?”and they could carry on endlessly. They may go on and on about a canine’s capability for unconditional love, unwavering loyalty or obsession with a tennis ball. How many will take the time to describe the smell of a dogs paws, or rattle off Guinness World Record Statistics? After reading this, they may change their answers. 1. Please, No Hugs for Me Humans show genuine affection by hugging the ones … Read more
If you’re seeking dog charities in need of your help as well as looking for a way to say thank you to the humans and canines who have sacrificed everything protecting our freedom, then you may want to check out these organizations. From reuniting retired dogs with their handlers to providing service dogs to veterans and active-duty military, they all help with veterans and K9s. Some of these groups even adopt out Military Working Dogs once they’ve retired and also … Read more
People associate dogs with human feelings and emotions. If a dog pants, it must be smiling. Or if a dog looks down during a scolding it must feel remorse. But what most owners don’t like to contemplate is the thought of their fur-child getting sick. The words cancer, diabetes, or dementia are sure to upset and trigger worry and great concern. Thinking about our pets being diagnosed with anything is downright scary. Listed below are five diseases that neither human … Read more
Sometimes when a diagnosis is given, there is a person–or even a dog–that will defy the odds. Meet Sammi, a Springer Spaniel with a spirit that refused to be broken despite what doctors predicted. A few months ago Sammi was admitted to emergency surgery, where he had excess bone removed near his spinal column. Sadly, the surgery was said to have left Sammi living the remainder of his life as a quadriplegic. Post-surgery, poor Sammi spent three intense months at the California Animal … Read more
Often we see bait dogs after they have been rescued or already adopted. These stories are amazing and some of my favorite to share. However, I think this video is especially important because it actually shows how these dogs are found. Sharing this video can help bring into light the horrifying lives these dogs live prior to being rescued, and why it’s so important that we fight to get stricter penalties for dog fighting everywhere. Executive Director of the World … Read more
We all love our dogs and want the best for them. In my years as a small animal vet, I have learned a few things about keeping pets healthy and happy. Most of these points may seem intuitive, but you would be surprised how often clients seem surprised at this info. Nothing shows our pets how much they mean to us more than making their care a priority in our lives. Here’s a few hints to help if you’d like … Read more
You guys…get ready for cuteness overload with a side of laughter. It’s no secret that most dogs LOVE tennis balls. A good game of fetch is basically the same thing as heaven for many pups, but the cuties you’re about to meet have decided to improvise with the classic toy. Instead of chasing the ball around in the backyard or at a park, these Golden Retriever siblings have a more low key idea: stationary tug of war! The adorable pups … Read more
Guide dogs serve an amazing purpose for their humans. In addition to logistically helping them with day-to-day tasks that would otherwise be much more difficult, these pups are also like family to the humans they spend their days looking out for. ITV Network’s show called Me And My Guide Dog followed 22 puppies who are bred to become service animals, and documented their growth, development and individual journeys. In the clip below, we meet guide dog owners Mark and Claire, … Read more
We can always count on our dogs to brighten up our days. Everyday, our dogs cheer us up and make us smile. When we get home from work, they’re there to welcome us. And even if we have a long and exhausting day, our troubles seem to melt away when we see our dogs who are so happy to see us. So if you’re having a bad day, then here’s a video that will definitely cheer you up! This cute … Read more
The amazing folks at Dogly, the photo sharing app that allows user to use photos of their dogs to give money to shelters and rescue organizations, put together an amazing video about the true nature of pit bulls featuring user-generated footage from app users. The video is an attempt to strike out stereotypes associated with pit bull type dogs, who are the most widely and negatively stereotyped dogs and at the same time among the sweetest and most loved. Users of Dogly … Read more
Pet owners are usually pretty obsessed with their animals. I say this as a self-proclaimed ‘crazy dog lady’ who often spends more on her beloved fur baby than she does on herself. From collars and leashes to food, treats, toys and daily living supplies, raising a dog can be expensive. This is especially true when that dog is spoiled…which I think happens even to the most well-intentioned owners. They’re just so cute – we can’t help it! One great way … Read more
During the hardest times of our lives, we can always count on our dogs to be by our side, comforting us. One of the most distressing times is the loss of a loved one. We all know that losing a loved one is hard and very depressing. And the pain of those who are grieving can be somehow eased by those who sympathize and comfort them. A funeral home in White Home Plains, New York has recruited a dog who … Read more
For any parent, seeing your kids have to suffer through anything is hard to bear. We want to see our kids shine, and make memories of happy times and sunny days. When the Tingum’s noticed there was something different going on with their son, Garrett, at just one year of age, soon they discovered that he was diagnosed with severe autism, as well as many other conditions that would affect his life on a daily basis. Without proper social and … Read more
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