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Some dogs are so great at escaping that no fence and no cage can contain them. Just recently, we featured a very smart dog who used a trampoline to escape their yard and follow his owner to work! There was also that dog who opened the window so he could get out of the house! Now here we have another dog who could not be contained. This dog desperately wants to be with his friend who’s on the other side … Read more
How do you give your dogs their dinner? If you have plenty of dogs, mealtime can be such a chore if your dogs aren’t trained to behave well. You need to have a system so that giving them dinner can be smooth and easy. Just like this lady in the video below. Imagine having to feed all 15 of those dogs! It’s a good thing that they’re very well-behaved. Plus, she has a cool system in giving them their meals. … Read more
Dogs really are man’s best friend. They have helped us in various ways. They help keep our homes safe, they help people with disability go about their day to day lives, and they risk their lives by sniffing bombs and helping police officers catch the bad guys. And one dog has proven himself as best friend and protector to a certain police officer. A Mississippi police officer was ambushed and attacked by three men. Hancock County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Todd … Read more
A three-week-old puppy had her jaw broken because of an attack. She was attacked by her own mother, a Pit Bull who is very aggressive when it comes to food. When this puppy tried to eat her mom’s food, her mom attacked her by biting her face. The poor thing had her jaw broken. She also had a lot of wounds in her mouth. The poor puppy couldn’t get some milk from her mom anymore. And unfortunately, the owners of … Read more
Instagram is a pretty magical place where you can find lots of gorgeous images of just about anything. But one new account called Hot Dudes With Dogs combines two of the most beautiful things in existance: dogs and guys. The account already boasts over 20,000 followers, and features, as I’m sure you already guessed…photos of very hot guys adorably interacting with very cute dogs. Here are some of our favorites! 1.) This dude and his dog, just floating on by… … Read more
The first recognized therapy dog was a four pound Yorkshire Terrier named Smokey. It was during WWII; Smokey was rescued by a soldier and traveled with his human through various battles. When his human was hospitalized, Smokey was brought to the hospital. The dog slept on his person’s bed, keeping him company and raising his spirits with amusing canine antics. Pretty soon nurses were borrowing Smokey, to entertain other wounded soldiers in the hospital. Continuing the tradition It is a … Read more
Love dogs? Why not turn it into a career? There are the usual suggestions of becoming a dog trainer, behaviorist or even a groomer. These ideas take time, schooling, certifications and licensing. People may suggest dog walking or becoming a pet sitter. While they are decent start-ups, they’ve been covered the internet over by animal lovers all around the world. The pet industry is a multi-billion dollar operation. Owners are spending more on their pets now than ten years ago. … Read more
You first might be wondering what the word “brachycephalic” means. Simply put, it refers to a condition in which a dog’s skull is shorter and flatter than a normal canid skull is typically shaped. Examples of brachycephalic (brack-ee-say-falick) breeds include Pugs, Bulldogs, Pekingese, Boxers and Mastiffs. These dogs have very short muzzles, wide foreheads and a whole lot of wrinkles on their faces. While many of these breeds are created to be this way on purpose, there are unfortunate disadvantages … Read more
Ever dreamed of dashing around Düsseldorf with a Dalmatian? Ambling along Buenos Aries with a Bichon? Traipsing through Tokyo with a Terrier? Luckily, in this day and age, international pet travel has been made easier with information readily available on the internet and greater compassion for pet parents. Many hotels and vacation rental agencies recognize that dogs are family members and allow them to reside with their owners while on vacation. These exotic locals aren’t often on the radar for … Read more
Quick! First thought with the word—Chihuahua? Ankle biter? Snuggle bug? How about—Dachshund? Weiner dog? Digging fanatic? Everyone has preconceived notions about most breeds. Thinking of a St. Bernard may equal rabid killer for some or slobber giant for others. What about a Collie? Is she a multi-lingual communicator or dog with an attitude? What if the breed had a less than stellar reputation? How does society overcome breed stereotypes and accept a dog at face value? The history of … Read more
While some dogs get a thrill out of fetching balls or chasing squirrels, this dogs idea of a good time is something not every dog can do. His idea of fun is riding a dirt bike with his owner! And he absolutely loves it! Meet Lexus, the dirt bike dog! Lexus is having the time of his life when he and his human, James Stott, went for an epic ride on the dirt bike across the dunes of Little Sahara, … Read more
Getting your first dog as an adult is an exciting but overwhelming process. Whether you’re looking to adopt from a shelter or work with a trusted breeder, there are lots of things to consider before committing to your new best friend. The decision is made even more complicated if, like many young adults, you live in an apartment. First, of course, it’s important to make sure your building’s management allows dogs – sometimes there is an additional fee that has … Read more
Because of their excellent sense of hearing, most dogs are woken up by sounds. Sometimes even the slightest sound can alert them. But the best way to wake a dog up is through food! Even the smell of food can wake them up. This dog woke up because he felt something brush up his nose. It’s a lazy afternoon and this Pit Bull is napping on the couch. He is sleeping ever so soundly until his human decided to wake … Read more
Sometimes well meaning owners will take on the responsibility of two dogs at once. The dogs have bonded and will be heartbroken if separated… Dogs are social animals, so they will always need a buddy… Two is better than one? The list of reasons may go on and on. Reality is, potential owners don’t see the downside of bringing in two dogs at the same time until the negatives become glaringly obvious. Double the bills… double the training… … Read more
Another round of dog shows have come and gone and there is still a little nagging voice in the back of the head, “My dog is better looking than that dog!” Well, that may be true, but no one will ever know unless the dog steps foot in the ring. How exactly does one get involved in dog showing? Normally a pure breed dog is involved; but there are a whole slew of other things to train for before Fido … Read more
This unlikely animal friendship is really something out of a Disney movie. The Fox And The Hound, to be precise…though I doubt you’ll need any clarification after meeting this playful dog and fox pair. Tinni is a German Shepherd belonging to Norwegian photographer Trogier Berge. Berge took his pup for a walk in the woods last summer, when they encountered something amazing: an abandoned baby fox. Clearly seeking food and affection, the fox, who Berge later named Sniffer, took an … Read more
Warning, this story will certainly pull at your heart strings. Thomas Neil Rodriguez, a DJ from New York City, is a normal guy who happens to also really love his dog. Poh is a Lab/Pit mix that he rescued from the the North Shore Animal League rescue in Port Washington, New York back in 1999. Poh was only 8 weeks old at the time that he entered his owner’s life, but instantly he stole his heart with his playful personality … Read more
In Pottlier Argentina, a man and his dog were walking on a trail. The dog went too close to the edge and he accidentally slipped down. Fortunately, the dog didn’t have any major injuries from the fall. But now, he is stuck on the shallow edge of a 300 feet high cliff. The dog’s owner immediately called for help. Firefighters came to rescue the poor dog. But this rescue is gonna be a challenge. It took them hours to plan … Read more
Dogs doing tricks never fail to entertain me. We dog lovers just love watching dogs doing adorable and outrageous tricks! It makes us love them even more. Just recently, we featured a pack of dogs doing the conga during their performance at America’s Got Talent! That was one cute and fun performance that we will never forget! Now here we have another entertaining act for you! These very skilled dogs and their amazing trainer/owner are playing catch at home. But … Read more
Last May 25, we celebrated Memorial day–a day dedicated for the veterans, a day when we remember those brave men who have gone to war to help keep the country free. However, right before veteran’s day a veteran had a bad experience at an Algonquin restaurant. Like some veterans, Garrett Loughran has a service dog to help him cope with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). His service dog is a 5-year-old Labradoodle named Hershey. Hershey is specially trained to help … Read more
BREAKING NEWS: Police in North Charleston, S.C., have arrested a suspect in a dog abuse case that’s made headlines around the country. William Leonard Dodson, 41, was taken into custody and charged with ill treatment of animals and torture, The Charleston Post & Courier reported. He is expected to be in court today. Full Article below: Meet Caitlyn, an adorable Chocolate Staff mix puppy that was mistreated in a way that you could never think imaginable. Sometimes in life people can be … Read more
We call them our fur kids and for good reason – they have a lot in common with two-legged children. In fact, if you have dogs thinking you are avoiding the struggles (and joys!) of parenting, think again! Here are 15 things parents and dog owners have in common. #1 – Cleaning up poop Whether it’s a dirty diaper or a doggy bag, both types of parents are all too familiar with this chore. Parents of two-legged kids have an edge … Read more
American Strays canine census volunteer spotter Cathy Gray, President of Refurbished Pets of Southern Michigan (an in-prison canine rehabilitation program) discovers a terrified and visibly hurt young pit bull mix while counting strays in the field as a citizen scientist compiling meaningful stray dog data. Cathy calls for help from the Michigan Humane Society who dispatches Humane Officer Chris Oewerkerk to pick up the stricken pup. She had twine embedded around her body and was clearly injured and suffering. Gray, … Read more
Real men are kind to animals. We have always admired men who show their sweet and gentle side to animals. I’m sure the women readers agree, right? A man who is capable of harming an animal is most likely going hurt women and children too. And that is exactly the reason why we admire men who rescue animals, especially the soldiers who have rescued dogs in the areas they are deployed. The thing with dogs is that they crawl their … Read more
Big dogs like Pit Bulls, Rotties, and Dobermans have gotten a bad rap because people think they’re aggressive and they attack people and other animals. People should know that every dog can be taught to be aggressive, even the small ones. They should stop blaming the dogs, and instead blame the people who have raised the dogs irresponsibly. So to those who still don’t believe that Pit Bulls can be sweet and gentle dogs, this video is for you! Bella … Read more
Dogs are extremely talented. With proper practice and training, they can perform a lot of tricks and show-off jawdropping talents! We’ve seen that dog who’s amazing at parkour. And there’s also that dog whom they’ve dubbed as the world’s smartest dog because he can do a lot of awesome tricks! The dogs in the video below are extremely talented too! They had the audience and the judges of America’s Got Talent cheering! What can they do? Well, A LOT! Watch … Read more
When New York City Police rescued 18 month-old Yorkie terrier Frankie, he had been dropped down a garbage chute in a Bronx apartment building, and had sustained skull fractures and neurological trauma. The abused dog weighed just four pounds was nearly completely blind in both eyes. Officials rushed him to the ASPCA Animal Hospital, where he was monitored over the next 3 months while his severe injuries healed. ASPCA Director of Veterinary Technicians Jennifer Coyle provided hands-on foster care for … Read more
I love it when companies feature the beautiful and hilarious characteristics and personalities of dogs in their commercial. It makes me love and appreciate dogs even more. Just like that sweet cartoon commercial by Coca Cola, and that adorable Budweiser Super Bowl commercial we all love! A bank in Thailand has this cute and hilarious commercial about a guy and a stray dog. The guy gave the dog some food, and in return, the dog did a lot of good … Read more
RECALL – May 2015 Petsmart has just released a notice that the Himalayan Corporation of Mukilteo, Washington, has issued a voluntary recall of specific Ruff Roots All-Natural Dog Chew Toys due to potential metal contamination. What Product Is Affected The following are the UPCs/Lots affected: ALL lots of Ruff Roots Dog Chews sold by Petsmart are affected. No other Himalayan Corp. products are impacted by this issue. What To Do If You Have Product If you have product, stop using … Read more
There is no shortage of videos showing dogs greeting their owners after they have been deployed overseas for a long time, but there’s always room for more. Not only do we get to see how happy these dogs are to see their loved ones again, we can truly appreciate how much they do love and care about us. Molly is an 8.5-year-old Golden Retriever who hasn’t seen her mom in quite some time, as she is a United States Air … Read more
There are few things cuter than a tiny dog and a big dog playing together in harmony. Ironically, it’s often the smaller pups who charge most energetically at their larger counterparts, hilariously thinking they are basically the same size. In the video below, we meet a super cute pair of playful of Rottweilers who’ve found themselves a rope toy! Only one problem…the toy is at least double the size of the smallest dog, a tiny but feisty puppy who is … Read more
If you’re into small dogs, then you’re gonna love this one! A woman claims to have Britain’s smallest Pug. The puppy is so small that she stands less than four inches tall! Everyone, meet Pip! Pip is so cute and so small that she’s smaller than a soda can! Pip is four months old and she is the runt of the litter. Her owner is Joanne Astley, a 54-year-old woman who started breeding Pugs last year. One of Joanne’s Pugs … Read more
Like the saying goes, “sometimes when it rains it pours.” Recently in Colombia there have been severe flash flood warnings in effect, much like the torrential rain that has consumed many areas of the United States. In the case of this unlucky pooch in Salgar, Colombia, the heavy flash flooding proved to be too much for his strength to bear. The terrible rain trapped this poor dog, sending him into the La Liboriana ravine where he couldn’t maintain his balance … Read more
Zoey is a large dog that was rescued from a hoarding scenario by The Humane Society of the United States. The conditions Zoey and over 90 other dogs and cats lived in were horrendous. Their basic needs were not being met and all were malnourished and some very ill. All of the animals needed immediate veterinary care. Zoey was tied to a tree outside with a chain that grew into her neck, leaving a large scar after it was removed. … Read more
Being a pit bull owner is full of all the joys of dog ownership, along with some painful circumstances that only other pitty owners could possibly understand. Here are ten trials and tribulations of owning a pitty. #1 – Having to choose where you live based on whether or not your dog is welcome #2 –Getting dirty looks when you walk your dog down the street because people assume he’s aggressive #3 – There is nothing like a bully cuddle … Read more
Pets are responsible for adding so much happiness and love to the lives of the people who care for them. The sense of security and companionship a dog experiences in a loving home is really breathtaking. Of course, in an ideal world, every animal would be given the chance to feel that kind of comfort and safety, but that simply isn’t the reality for far too many. For a variety of reasons, thousands of dogs are completely homeless, struggling to … Read more
Dogs need positive reinforcement so their good behavior can be reinforced. That is why when they do something we command, we give them a treat, and we give them praise. Giving them rewards are very useful and effective especially when training dogs. The little girl in the video below is definitely giving her dog some praise. But it’s not because her dog did a trick. She’s congratulating him for doing a good job on…POOPING! LOL! We think she may be … Read more
Canines are expected to have decent manners when they go out in public. Most dogs go through basic obedience training learning the most rudimentary commands sit, down, stay. Of those dogs, some may go on to advanced obedience training. Advanced training is basic commands with distance and focus. The purpose of advanced obedience is to have a well behaved dog both on and off leash with a myriad of distractions present. A select few will go on to the Canine … Read more
We’ve always loved videos of dogs welcoming soldiers home. Those videos have shown us the most heartwarming welcome home greetings ever! But this one we have for you is a little more special. Emma is a paralyzed Pit Bull. She was born with a birth defect. Because of that Emma has a hard time walking. But despite that, Emma is a happy dog. She doesn’t realize that she’s special. Emma has had several wheelchairs, but she doesn’t like using them. … Read more
We really admire the people at Hope For Paws for all the wonderful things they have done. They have saved countless of lives and have given abandoned and stray dogs a new lease in life. Not only have they made the dogs happy, but they’ve also touched the hearts of the many people, including us! The video below is a rescue they did back in 2013. We’d like to share this video to you because of the cool trick they … Read more
Dogs give the best hugs. Especially when we arrive home from work, they give us the best welcome home hugs–it’s the kind of hug that will ease your troubles and pains. They may not be able to wrap their arms all around you, but their warm hug and their sweet kisses is enough to make any dog lover smile. The dog in the video below however, has discovered a new way to hug his favorite human. With his new and … Read more
Do you have a trampoline in your backyard? Well maybe you need to put it far away from your fence because your dogs may use it to escape. Yup, dogs are very clever that way. One very smart dog surprised his owner when he used a trampoline to climb out the fence in their backyard. A 34-year-old man named Thomas McCormack was shocked when he saw his dog, Paddy, follow him on his way to work. Paddy, a Labrador-Collie cross, … Read more
They say that dogs don’t feel guilt or shame; that there’s no way they could feel bad about something naughty they’ve done. However, we’ve seen and enjoyed plenty of videos featuring dogs with adorable guilty faces. In fact, most of us have seen that same adorable guilty face at home when we catch our dogs making a mess! So here’s another guilty-looking dog that you’re gonna love. His name is Niko, and he’s a French Bulldog. Niko is about to … Read more
In Greene County Ohio, a puppy miraculously survived a deadly crash. The puppy named Peterbilt, was riding with his owner, 36-year-old Robert Major, who was driving a semi truck. Another semi was pulling off the highway to check a flat tire, but Major didn’t notice it and ran onto the back of the semi truck at full speed. Major had coiled steel on the back of the trailer, and when the crash happened, it slid forward to the back of … Read more
Two high school seniors with disabilities, Delaney Johnson and Nick Ackerman, thought they’d never go to prom but their service dogs had other plans. Johnson suffers from a condition called narcolepsy with cataplexy and has debilitating episodes up to 20 times daily. Her Dutch Shepherd service dog, Griffin, distracts her from the anxiety that causes her attacks and keeps her functional throughout the day. Ackerman was born missing his upper and lower arms and is accompanied by Troy, his German Shepherd … Read more
While there are some dogs who love to chase every moving creature they see, there are dogs who are just super sweet and cuddly towards other animals. Just like the two beautiful dogs in the video below! Everyone, meet Duchess and Pharaoh! Duchess and Pharaoh are two Komondor dogs who have become the lovable guardians of the farm animals at Denmans Critters Hobby Farm. These two sweet dogs have become the parents and protectors of baby farm animals, from baby … Read more
It’s so adorable how dogs help each other. When one of them is in need of help, another member of the pack helps them out. Just like that cute video of a dog named Baxter who helps out his friend get ready to go to the dog park by picking up his leash. The dog in the video below is just as helpful. He and his buddy is riding at the back of the car. And when they arrived at … Read more
After losing his dog for 8 years, it seemed impossible that Joshua Edwards would ever see his dog again. Joshua’s young Rottweiler named Duke was in the yard, but when they came back to the yard, the dog was gone. Immediately after Duke went missing, Joshua was adamant in finding him. But it all seemed hopeless, and Joshua had given up on finding him. But on May 15, 2015, Joshua got a call from a pet chip company, saying they … Read more
The loyalty of a dog has no bounds. Although this next clip is a cleverly made PSA, you’re sure to agree with the message it sends about our canine companions. The video portrays a long and loving relationship between and elderly man and his dog. One evening, the man reaches for his head, as if he’s suffering from a stroke. Next we see him inside an ambulance with his dog in hot pursuit. Just as he’s wheeled into the ER, … Read more
Mr. Fry is a saluki mis that was rescued by Arizona Greyhound Rescue (AGR). The idea for the non-profit came about in 1992 when Joan and Steve Randles were looking to adopt a few greyhounds from the Tucson Greyhound Park, but there was no program in place to allow the dogs to adopted after they had retired form racing. While they were able to finally get a few of the dogs, the Randles felt more could be down. Two … Read more
After losing his dog for 8 years, it seemed impossible that Joshua Edwards would ever see his dog again. Joshua’s young Rottweiler named Duke was in the yard, but when they came back to the yard, the dog was gone. Immediately after Duke went missing, Joshua was adamant in finding him. But it all seemed hopeless, and Joshua had given up on finding him. But on May 15, 2015, Joshua got a call from a pet chip company, saying they … Read more
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