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Grab a leash and hit the streets, National Walk your Dog day is February 22. Whether you have a dog, a cat, or just like to get outside for a stroll, a daily walk comes with a number of benefits. It is a great excuse to go outside and get some extra exercise, and now with charitable apps like Wooftrax’s Walk for a Dog App, you can give back to your local shelter at the same time. Dr. Kerri Marshall, veterinarian and … Read more
Heroes come in different sizes, and they may come from different species too! We’ve seen dogs who have saved lives by protecting their owner from attackers, and by warning them when there’s some kind of danger, like a fire perhaps. The dog in the video below is one of those heroes. He’s not only saved human lives, but he has served the country as well. Meet Spike, a black Labrador whose job is to sniff out bombs for the Marines. … Read more
No other animal in the world can give you a more loving welcome than a dog does! So when this soldier came home after being deployed for several months, the family’s mini Dachshund couldn’t be more excited to see him! The cute little Doxie was so thrilled to see her daddy that she was barking excitedly at the front door. After being gone for months, she has missed him so much! He may have been away for a long time, … Read more
We love puppies, but senior dogs are just as sweet. So when you decide to adopt a dog, we hope that you give senior dogs a chance. Homeless dogs, no matter how old, should be given a chance to have a warm loving home. Hope for Paws also believes that every dog, at every age, should be given a chance to have a loving home. So when they received a call about homeless senior dog living in a water treatment … Read more
We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it once again. Dogs are truly amazing. They’ve helped us humans in countless of ways. Most of all, they are amazing protectors, and they saved many many lives. Just like the heroic dog in the story below. A pregnant woman and her partner were saved by their dog when they were attacked by a group of knife-wielding thugs. Kasha Marie Weston and Aryan Salhi have their dog to thank for saving their lives … Read more
New dog breeds are being registered every year and even rare breeds are becoming more popular. While you may not have heard of all of these, you’ll probably see one sooner than you’d think. These 10 dog breeds aren’t the most well-known, but they’re certainly capturing the hearts of dog lovers around the world! #1 – Thai Ridgeback This Thai breed is unique in that it sports a ridge of hair along the back that grows in the opposite direction … Read more
Think you know this breed? Here are fifteen facts you may not know about the amazing German Shepherd Dog. #1 – Why it’s called the GSD The German Shepherd Dog is one of the few breeds who official name includes the word “dog.” Why? So people knew when you were talking about a German shepherd human, who tends the livestock, or the dog helping him. #2 – Schutzhund This sport was developed in the 1900’s specifically for the German Shepherd Dog. … Read more
After switching his three dogs to Purina Petcare Company’s Beneful brand of dog food in late December 2014, or early January 2015, Frank Lucido experienced something no pet owner ever wants to go through. According to TopClassActions.com: On Jan. 15, the German Shepherd began to lose a large amount of hair and began giving off a unusual odor, which concerned Lucido and his wife, who first started to notice the symptoms. Two days later the German Shepherd became “violently … Read more
Dog lovers, get ready to crack up. Have you ever watched your beloved pup interacting with other dogs and marveled at how cute and funny their behavior seems? If so, you’ll definitely appreciate this video, produced by A2F Pictures, which features a group of humans acting like dogs do when they go for a trip to the park. From running around together in a circle to hoarding tennis balls to digging holes in the dirt, these human actors manage to … Read more
Rescue from the Hart, a non-profit Los Angeles dog rescue group, together with Legend Animal Rescue, rescued one dog. But they ended up saving more than one life. Rescue from the Hart received an urgent call from Legend Animal Rescue about a homeless dog. They have been trying to save a homeless dog for days. They were finally able to secure her in a yard, but they needed help to capture the dog and complete the rescue. Capturing her wasn’t … Read more
The Boxer is one of America’s favorite dogs – but how much do you really know about them? Sure they are silly, active, and like attention, but did you know they excel at sports and a line of Boxer has been developed in the UK that has a naturally docked tail? Read below to learn all about the amazing Boxer! #1 – A Herding Breed? While a member of the working group, the Boxer can and will herd. In 2012, the … Read more
It’s winter time, and with all the snow, some people and their canine companions would prefer to stay indoors, cuddle, and keep themselves warm. But this family got so creative with the snow they got in their yard! What they did will totally amaze you! With all the snow that has fallen on their yard, they created something fun for their dog (and for kids and grownups too!). They build a huge snow maze for their dogs to run and … Read more
Prepare your tissues before you watch this video. This one is gonna be a tearjerker. An eighty year old woman has one dying wish, to see her beloved canine companion for the very last time. Teresinha Prieto Flores was admitted to the University Hospital of Santa Maria December last year. During the time she was in the hospital, there was one family member that wasn’t able to visit her, her precious puppy named Pink. She could feel her health fading … Read more
It’s really heartbreaking to see defenseless puppies who are homeless, and living on their own. With all the cruel people out there, someone has to step in and save the poor babies. We thank organizations like the Michigan Humane Society (MHS) for rescuing these poor animals and giving them a second chance. The video below is one of their amazing rescues. Seven puppies were living under an abandoned home. When the people of MHS got there, the mother wasn’t around. … Read more
My family loves road trips and we love our dogs. When our beagle mix came to live with us so many years ago, it seemed only natural to take her with us on our many road tripping adventures. We never experienced any problems with other dogs. They loved the open road, new sights, smells, and people. What could possibly go wrong? Since our dog came from a shelter, she came with very little history. We quickly realized she had a few issues. … Read more
Just before 4p.m. on Wednesday, February 18, 2015, two armed men approached an unmarked Town & Country van containing six dogs from a doggy daycare in Chicago, Illinois. They told the driver to get out of the van and drove off with the dogs still inside, reports ABC News. The driver, who was taking the dogs home from Urban Out Sitters, a pet care center and owner of the van, was unharmed. Joseph Giannini, owner of Urban Out Sitters said the … Read more
Anyone who’s ever lost a pet knows how difficult it is to say goodbye to your best friend, and how much you would give to snuggle with them just one last time. Turns out…you can? A company called Cuddle Clones (nope – not making this up) is in the business of reuniting you with your beloved pet…sort of. Pet owners can send in a photograph of their cat, dog, hamster…chicken…and receive an alarmingly accurate plush toy version of them just … Read more
Every dog should be given a second chance. Even the older ones or those with disabilities. They all deserve love and care. Some people would look away from older dogs because they think puppies are cuter. But this I tell you, older dogs can be just as cute, and they are very sweet too! This is the story of an old blind dog who got a second chance in life. Everyone, meet Spunky. Spunky is fifteen years old and he’s … Read more
One of the most recognizable dog breeds on Earth, the dachshund is also one of the most popular breeds. But how much do you really know about them? Check out the following facts and learn more about this tenacious hound. #1 – They Come in 15 Colors While you are probably used to seeing red, black & tan, and dappled Doxies, did you know they come in 15 colors and 6 marking combinations? Colors include black & cream, black & … Read more
We dog lovers never get tired of watching puppies do adorable things; especially if they’re doing it for the very first time. The whole package of cuteness, playfulness, and curiosity is just totally irresistible! So if you’re looking for your daily dose of cuteness, we have it right here for you! This family brought all eight of their puppies to a swimming pool; these eight adorable puppies are gonna have their first swimming lesson! At first they were hesitant to … Read more
Pit Bulls are just like any dog, how they behave will depend largely on the owner. We’ve featured plenty of videos of how Pit Bulls can be loving and gentle. There was even the awesome video of a little girl feeding a group huge Pit Bulls! So to those who say that Pit Bulls are vicious dogs, here’s another video to prove you wrong! At first you think this is just a normal Pit Bull laying on the bed. But … Read more
Subaru took the average car commercial and totally shook it up with this little gem. In the ad you’re about to watch, we meet the Barkley family as they go for a drive in their new Subaru. We see two dog parents and two kids (complete with a puppy in a car seat!) enjoying the joy ride. Is there anything that isn’t hilarious and adorable when dogs are added to it? Spoiler alert: nope. But this clip isn’t just awesome … Read more
It’s that time of year again – taxes. Let’s be honest, we all try to find as many deductions as we possibly can, hoping for a large refund rather than a bill. And for those of us whose family members have four legs and fur, we can’t help but feel a bit shorted when it comes to deductions. After all, many of us see our dogs as kids, which are deductible. But did you know there are situations where … Read more
Female dogs have amazing maternal instincts. We’ve seen female dogs with such strong maternal instincts that they even adopted other animals. Just like this Labrador who took care of this orphaned deer, and this dog who took care of a family of guinea pigs! Here’s another sweet dog who adopted animals outside her species. This Boston Terrier named Memory just adopted a couple of orphaned kittens. These kittens were rescued from the woods, they were just a week old and … Read more
Many dog bites happen when a person goes up to greet a dog. Knowing these ten things could greatly reduce the risk of getting bitten next time you approach a dog. #1 – Is He Friendly? Seems like an obvious question, BUT many people go solely based off of how the dog looks to them. Look friendly, must be friendly. However the dog may look friendly until you are close enough that it’s too late or you may be misreading … Read more
Some dogs would look at you straight in the eye. However, there are dogs who would stare at you when you’re not looking, and then look the other way when you turn your head to them. Don’t believe me? Watch the video below and you’ll see! This guy was casually taking a video of himself and his Dachshund. While taking the video, the cute Dachshund kept staring at him. It makes me wonder why she’s staring at him. Hmmm…I wonder … Read more
Have you ever had a “hair-raising experience”? That may be due to static electricity. Static electricity is the result of the imbalance between the positive and negative charges in objects. For example, when you rub certain materials against one another, you can transfer the electrons of one object to the other, resulting in the imbalance of negative charges. That is exactly what happened in the video below! The woman covers her dog with a blanket and rubs it all over … Read more
We are all too familiar with the stigma around bully breeds, in particular those referred to as the “pit bull” or American Pit Bull Terrier. They are one of the most common breeds/breed mixes found in shelters and many places have put restrictions on owning them. But breeder Marlon Grennan of Dark Dynasty kennels in New Hampshire is not only breeding them, but breeds them for size. He currently owns one male, called “The Hulk” that weighs in at 173.4 … Read more
It was Valentines day in Tonopah Arizona, and everyone was having romantic scenic tour riding a hot air balloon. A hot air balloon pilot named Jason Elkins, was about to land the balloon with his passengers in it, when a dog came running to them for help. The poor was starving and he was injured. Elkins fed the poor dog and searched for his owner. When he couldn’t find the dog’s owner, he decided to bring the dog home and … Read more
By: Zhenia Bulawka This is a photo series I shot back in August in Assateague, Maryland. My boyfriend Christian, and I took our three pups on an overnight stay at the beach. We dedicated the trip to our 11 year old American Staffordshire Terrier, Dyuki (Mr. Dukes). He was in his final stages of Grade III mast cell cancer at the time. His most favorite activity was swimming in our family pool, but until then, he had never seen the ocean. … Read more
Did you know not taking care of your dog’s teeth could cost you thousands in vet bills later? Dental disease can cause bacterial infections that get into the blood stream, causing serious health problems and even death. Brent Lotz, a certified vet assistant who is currently pursuing his technician certification, is going to show you in the video below how to properly brush your dog’s teeth. All of the products used in the video are all-natural, made in the USA … Read more
Imagine hearing whimpering coming from your trash can, then discovering that it wasn’t some recyclables or wind rattling around, but rather an abandoned, abused dog fighting for its life. That’s exactly what happened recently in Detroit, when a family found an abused dog shivering in a trash can in front of their home. Eventually, word of the struggling pup got to Detroit Pit Crew Dog Rescue. Volunteers from the organization rushed out to rescue the dog, who they later named … Read more
One of the most adorable things that dogs can do is the tilting of their heads!No words could describe it; it’s just simply adorable! So if you love doggy head tilts then the video below will definitely make you squeal and say ‘Awwww’! Meet Axel and Presley, two charming German Shepherds with impressive head tilting skills! In the video, their mom is talking to them and each time she speaks or throws them a question, they tilt their heads! They are … Read more
I believe that a dog is the best friend a man (and woman) could ever have. They are amazing companions; they cheer us up when we’re lonely, they make us laugh and smile, and they guard and protect our homes. The video below is another proof of how amazing and loyal dogs are! In the video, you’ll see a dog protecting his owner from a robber. The dog’s name is Thor, and he is a Pit Bull-Boxer mix. He was … Read more
Dogs love to chase things and moving creatures. When something is moving and it catches their eye, they immediately go into curious mode, and chase it to investigate it! They just can’t help it! Dogs are just naturally curious. And one of the creatures they love to chase are squirrels. This dog loves to chase squirrels so much that even the word “SQUIRREL” gets her going. She’s so obsessed with squirrels that when her dad says the word “squirrel”, she … Read more
This video may not be about a dog, but she sure is every bit like a dog! This pig is no ordinary farm animal; she’s definitely a special one! Babe (the pig in the movie) may be great in herding sheep. But this pig has her own set of tricks that have wowed the crowd! Meet Amy, the pig who thinks she’s a dog! Oh, and not just that, she’s the “Top Dog” in her canine agility class too! Amy … Read more
When you adopt a dog, you know they come with a history. She may have had no human contact until she was rescued, or maybe the only contact was abusive. Dogs with histories like this can be unresponsive to training, which frustrates their new owners and result in a return trip to the shelter. If something like this happens, it’s usually because we humans have forgotten that the dog we are trying to train may not even understand the concept—they don’t … Read more
Pets teach us how to really stop and enjoy life. It’s easier to do when they’re around, of course…anyone lucky enough to have witnessed a dog happy-sigh into a snuggle position or watched an enthusiastic game of tug-of-war between two pups knows what I’m talking about. There’s a sense of appreciation our pets show for the little moments in life. Arriving home from work, for example, is always a happier experience when it means being excitedly greeted by our best … Read more
How was your Valentines Day? I’m sure you’ve seen a lot of loving couples going out on a date and holding hands. This story we have for you is a little bittersweet. Here we have a homeless dog who just love to hold hands, not just during Valentines day, but any day of the year. Everyone, meet Pinkie, an 8-year-old cross breed who was taken to Blue Cross Animal Hospital in London for surgery. She had a painful ear condition, … Read more
They say it is during the hardest times in our lives that we discover who our true friends really are. They are the kind of friends who stick with you through good times and bad. That’s why we adore this friendship between a silky chicken and a Chihuahua. Not only are they very different, but they have found comfort in each other during difficult times. Penny the Chicken was rescued from a testing facility when she was 9 weeks old. … Read more
A black Labrador kept going out of the house. The family had no idea why their dog kept escaping the house, so one day, they followed the dog to find out where he’s going. Their hearts melted when they saw where the dog was going, and who he’s been meeting with! Good thing they had a camera with them, so they were able to take a video of the adorable moment! It turns out, the dog went to the barn … Read more
We shared our lives with a very special dog. This dog was smart, sweet, respectful and incredibly gentle with the babies. Of course, since it was our dog, he did have a quirky side. He liked to eat things. Not chew, actually eat… consume various items. It started with an occasional sock that would later be regurgitated for company like a neat party trick. It spread to stuffed animals, glasses, hats, the arm of the couch, a box spring, the … Read more
If you are thinking you want to compete in a performance event—agility, herding, obedience, rally, earthdog, hunting, flyball, to name a few—with your next dog, you may want to consider one of these breeds that excel at sports like these. #1 – Border Collie The Border Collie is thought of as the “star” of the performance world. There are not many breeds that can stand up to them in agility or in herding. They are also hailed as one of the … Read more
Introducing one dog to another can be nerve wracking. Try as we might, humans just don’t always know how our beloved furry friends will react to one another – how they communicate is still ultimately a mystery to us, so all we can do is hope they hit it off! It’s one thing to introduce your pup to a neighbor or friend’s dog – hopefully they become friends, of course, but if one of them doesn’t seem on board to … Read more
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health problem that can occur after a person goes through a traumatic event like disasters and war. Many soldiers are diagnosed with PTSD because even if the war is over, the stress of the trauma doesn’t leave them, and it disrupts their lives. USMC Veteran Kenny Bass suffered from PTSD. He was wounded in combat when he was stationed in Iraq. Other than PTSD, he also suffered from hearing loss and other … Read more
It’s always nice to see two different species of animals develop an adorable, unexpected friendship. Whether it’s a dog and a cat, a dog and an owl…even a dog and a baby! If a pup is involved, it becomes that much cuter. That’s definitely the case in this video, shot by BBCTwo, where we see a dog befriend…wait for it…a polarbear! The clip is from an episode of the show World’s Weirdest Events. A man in Churchill (located in Canada’s … Read more
Dogs are very good listeners and observers. And they’re very good at imitating not just sounds, but actions too! That is why dogs are easy to train. We teach them several tricks, and some don’t even need to be taught at all. They just watch us and then they learn to follow! The dog in the video below has somehow learned to follow his human’s tongue movements. We’re not sure if she trained him to do this, or if he … Read more
We’ve all been there. A shirt that is perfect, but just not the right size. A piece of furniture that is just a bit too large to go in your backseat. But maybe, we think…maybe if we squeeze and rearrange and turn around, maybe then it’ll be the right fit! This adorably determined Great Dane is facing a similar problem: he clearly loves this bed of his, but it’s simply too small. Still, his persistence is not lacking…he tries tirelessly … Read more
The Pet Matchmaker is launching a series of free weekly podcasts set to begin on Tuesday, February 17, 2015. The Podcast is hosted by the organization’s founder, Elaine Hendrix, who is best known for her roles in Disney’s The Parent Trap, SNL’s Superstar and the cult classic Romy & Michele’s High School Reunion. She will star alongside Dennis Leary in the new FX comedy, Sex&Drugs&Rock&Roll this summer. Each show will run approximately 45 minutes and contain an array of features such as Stages & Cages, Non-profit of the Week, Pet Rescue Rockstars and All-star … Read more
The bond that develops between kids and their dogs is so sweet to witness. For both parties, it can really feel like they grow up together, and a beautiful sibling relationship often develops. That’s definitely the case in this heartwarming video, where we meet Nala, a sweet dog who patiently waits for her human brother, Russell, to come home from school every single day. She sits on the porch calmly until Russell’s bus pulls up to the driveway, then…it’s Tail … Read more
Cute as they are, sometimes dogs can be…naughty. Catching a dog in a mischievous act is always frustrating, but, if we’re honest with ourselves, also kind of hilarious. ‘Dog Shaming’ videos has become a trend recently. Dog owners/lovers can’t help but be entertained by the sight of dogs trying to hide their guilt from owners after doing something they shouldn’t have. In this video, we meet two Maltese siblings, Gnarly and Casey – otherwise known as the culprits. Their human … Read more
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