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I read a quote that says “If my dog’s not happy, neither am I.” I’m sure all you dog lovers agree with this. We love our dogs so much that we do everything we can to make them comfortable and happy. Just like humans, a dog’s body gradually declines physically as they age. And when they get old, some of them may find it hard to walk. Even if they’re happy and healthy, we feel sorry that they can’t move … Read more
Last month, a group of police officers in Alicante, Spain were called by neighbors who had heard the frantic cries of a dog. When they arrived, the officers were horrified to find a small dog in dire pain, accompanied by an owner who said he had no idea why the dog could be crying. Police pulled the dog from the home and immediately arrested his owner for animal abuse. The small dog is named Neymar and TeleCinco reports that his 29-year-old pet owner … Read more
While long, flowing coats are certainly soft and beautiful, they’re also a lot of work to keep up. Many dog parents don’t have the time, skill, or money to keep their dogs looking their best when they require extensive grooming. Of course, some dogs’ cleaning needs relate to their health as well. For those looking for a breed with a little less maintenance, check out our list of dog breeds that are easy to groom. These 25 breeds will save … Read more
There are many things to consider before taking your pet to a dog park. Here in our area of Tennessee where hiking trails and outdoor activities abound, I do not typically take my dogs to a dog park. I can take a dog with me almost everywhere I go, hiking, biking and camping, but not everyone is so lucky. In some urban areas, there are fewer choices for exercise/fresh air, so dog parks are an important and viable option. First, … Read more
Dogs are very clever and smart animals. But when it comes to crossing the street, some dogs just don’t know how to do it. So what would you do if a dog darts in front of your car, and it seems you may have hit the poor thing? Anyone who cares about dogs, or animals in general, would go out of the car immediately, check on the animal, and help if the poor creature is hurt; just like the woman … Read more
What was your dog’s reaction when he first saw himself in the mirror? Most dogs would be puzzled, and they look totally adorable as they stare at their own reflection looking so confused! Just like this cute Corgi pup who saw herself in the mirror for the first time. But what happens when a wild dog sees his own reflection? Well, the same adorably funny thing happens! In the video below, a pack of wild dogs were passing by a … Read more
Mini dogs have a certain…reputation about them. Often underestimated and dismissed as ‘not a real dog,’ it’s always a treat to see those little guys come into their own and exceed everyone’s expectations. That’s certainly the case with the cute fellow you’re about to meet. So let’s get down to it… So…Who Is Knox the Dox? Glad you asked! Born in November 2014, Knox is a tiny long-haired dachshund with a larger-than-life personality and arguably the cutest face on the … Read more
Does your heart beat to the rhythm of folk songs, rich history, and rolling green lands? Then, perhaps you should dub your new pup with a name inspired by Irish culture. Plus, the Irish and their Celtic traceries have long been known for luck, so giving your dog an Irish-inspired name might just imbue them with a lifelong lucky streak. Maybe a lucky dog name will help your furry leprechaun hunt down a pot of gold at the end of … Read more
Have you ever had a pet that went missing? It feels horrible, doesn’t it?! All the worrying is just unbearable! But it’s such a relief when we are finally reunited with our lost pets. It’s like the happiest and most dramatic moment ever! And it turns out that it’s not just humans who worries about their missing pets. Their furry family misses them too! Clyde the cat was missing for 12 days. And during the time he was missing, Clyde’s … Read more
WBTW-TV: News, Weather, and Sports for Florence, SC Last week, a raid on a puppy mill located in Conway, South Carolina, ended with almost 150 dogs being taken by the Horry County Animal Control and owner Renee James, 49, being charged with failure to “proper care and treatment of animals,”reported AJ Janavel for News13. The police received complaints about the animals in James’s care, which led to the investigation, says Horry County Animal Care. According News13, James sold the dogs … Read more
We always love watching puppies trying to walk for the first time. And what we have here for you is super cute and precious that it will make you squeal! It’s 30 seconds of adorable puppies learning to walk! This video may be a short one, but the amount of cuteness in it will have you smiling for hours! It’s a video compilation of cute little puppies learning how to walk and conquering the stairs! These pups are facing one … Read more
Chris and Mariesa Hughes have eight dogs at home, which can definitely make it hectic. When they do have free time, they spend part of that visiting hospitals with their two therapy pit bulls, Gremlin and Stig. When not doing therapy work, Gremlin has his own Facebook page with almost 100,000 fans that supports the Mr. Mo Project, a project started by the Hughes in honor of Mr. Moses, a senior pitty they adopted. The project helps senior dogs that … Read more
Have you ever wondered why we say “working like a dog” (instead of working like a horse, for instance?) or where the silly saying “It’s raining cats and dogs” comes from? Here are a few theories on the origins of some of the most popular sayings pertaining to man’s best friend, including one that doesn’t actually have anything to do with dogs at all. #1 – Hot under the collar Although this saying sounds like it may be related to … Read more
March 4, 2015 – Choctaw, Ala.—At the request of the Choctaw County Sheriff’s Office, the ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) is assisting in the removal, transport, sheltering and medical treatment of more than 130 dogs from a large, substandard breeding facility—frequently referred to as a puppy mill—in Needham, Ala. The dogs were found to be living in their own filth, many with severe health issues. Upon arriving at the facility, ASPCA responders discovered the … Read more
It’s adorable when animals of different species bond with each other. We never get tired of watching their amazing and beautiful friendships. It always makes us smile when we see them show affection for each other. And so here we have another adorable video for you of two different animals bonding with each other. Meet Sergio! Sergio is a little lamb rescued by the Wings of Heart Animal Sanctuary. Sergio may have no mother, but somebody has become a mother … Read more
I bet a lot of people would agree that YouTube ads are annoying. You pick a video, but then before you can watch it, an ad comes on, and then you have to wait for a couple of seconds to click ‘Skip Ad’. However, there’s this one YouTube ad that’s actually caught our attention and made us laugh! GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is an insurance company who has made various YouTube ads that are quite hilarious. But we have … Read more
On March 5, 2015 in Pinellas Park, Florida, Daisy was being walked by a family friend when she broke free and ran. Ultimately, she ended up falling into a lake. Margie Malone called 911 after witnessing the dog fall in behind her house. Pinellas Park Police Officers rushed to the scene, along with the fire department. Daisy was about 50 yards from the sea wall and was clearly in distress – not swimming toward the police officers or firemen, according … Read more
I’ll never forget the first dog that was truly “mine.” We had always had family dogs, but on my twelfth birthday I got Bear, a brown bundle of Aussie cuteness. When we had to make the decision that it was “time,” it was one of the hardest things I have ever done. I couldn’t go with my mom to the vet’s office. Every year, I call her on January 22, Bear’s birthday. We don’t say much, but it’s our way … Read more
If you have never been in a holistic or natural pet store you may be missing out on some amazing, all natural herbal remedies for your best friend. The following is just a starting list of healthy herbs for your dog. These herbs (taken orally or topically) range from daily supplements to use for when your dog is sick or injured. Remember to talk to your vet before starting any herbal supplement and Dr. Christina Chambreau adds that you should … Read more
Dogs are truly amazing creatures. They have very good hearing, their sense of smell is excellent, and boy can they run fast! But did you know that even the simple action of a dog drinking is fascinating too? I’m sure you’ve observed how dogs drink water. It looks kinda tiring. Imagine humans drinking water like dogs do. We have to stick our tongue in and out for a couple of times just to quench our thirst! But do you know … Read more
It’s always incredible when a dog lives to be 13, 14 years old, but a 15 year-old dog? Such a sweet, sweet gift any true dog lover appreciates the significance of. You’re about to meet 15 year-old Ike. This sweet boy might be getting old, but luckily his hurting body isn’t keeping him down. Since being diagnosed with bone cancer 12 years ago and being given only 6 months ot live, his owner Risa Feldman, who refers to him as “baby … Read more
If you are planning a dog-themed party at any point, these cakes will give you some amazing ideas. But be warned, your guests (and you!) will think they are too cute to eat. #1 – This Bride’s Cake is Top Dog! #2 – Here is the second cake from the wedding…equally amazing! #3 – Mother’s Day is coming up, what about this cute idea? #4 – Black Lab Perfection #5 – Can You Spot the Dog? #6 – It’s … Read more
Puppies are so irresistibly cute when they begin to discover their voices. Just like that adorable Boxer puppy who learned to howl for the very first time! They are even cuter when they try to talk! We almost died of cuteness when we saw that video of a Frenchie puppy saying “I love you”! So if you need your dose of puppy cuteness for today, then we have just the right video for you! This cute Husky puppy just wants … Read more
When we say a dog’s “playmate”, we usually picture a child, or maybe a cat. But did it ever cross your mind that a tortoise can be a dog’s playmate? Kinda unusual, right? We know dogs love to run, and they can run really fast. Tortoises on the other hand, errr…they’re not that fast. However, in this video you can see a tortoise chasing a dog! And he is quite speedy! Meet Sheldon and Dolly! Sheldon is an eight year-old … Read more
We’ve said it before, and we shall say it once again: Heaven has a special place for firefighters who save dogs. These courageous heroes put themselves at risk to rescue not just human lives, but the lives of our pets as well. We’ve seen plenty of photos of firemen saving dogs, and there are a lot of rescue videos too! Just like that dramatic video of firefighters reviving the dogs they rescued from a burning house. In the video below, … Read more
It’s always so funny and sweet to see a dog displaying extreme patience. We see it a lot in videos featuring dogs and kids – a baby will poke, probe and pester a dog, and the pup just wags his tail and lets the human puppy have her fun. It’s part of what we love about them – they are happy if those around them are happy. But have you ever seen a dog exhibit that kind of patience toward…a … Read more
When organizational members from the Southern Animal Foundation found an emaciated dog wandering the streets of New Orleans, they immediately knew he needed help. The Weimaraner mix, later named Alex, was found looking nearly starved to death. An X-ray revealed the brave dog had been surviving on the streets by consuming only rocks and twigs. Such a devastating way to live – it’s incredible that help came for Alex when it did. The first photo below is of Alex when he was found, … Read more
Has your dog ever hidden a treat or bone? Have you ever wondered why? The answer lies in who your dog is and where he comes from. My staff members and I frequently give treats to the pets boarding or dropped off for treatment (We are not above bribery!) I would estimate that maybe 1 in 10 will then proceed to bury the treats in his or her bedding. It is really quite cute and endearing. I can think of … Read more
Pembrokes are known as the tailless of the two Corgi breeds and although they come from the similar backgrounds, they’re two separate breeds entirely. Pembrokes are becoming increasingly popular due to their adorable looks and charismatic personalities, so we’d thought you’d like to know a little more about them! #1 – They’re the Younger Corgi Although both the Pembroke and Cardigan Welsh Corgis originated as farm dogs in Wales, it’s thought that the Cardigan has been used slightly longer than … Read more
John F. Kennedy once said, “Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” What does it take to be an effective pack leader? How does one rear a well mannered dog? Will they dominate the pack with sternness? Guide the members with positivitiy? Let equality reign? With so many options and opinions out there it’s hard to find something that works best for the family. Are you an aggressive Alpha Dog? Not mentioning any names, there is a world renown and respected … Read more
Do you like watching cooking shows? Well you’re gonna love this video! ‘Coz this one is even better! Why? Because the chef is a cute dog, and he’s just too adorable to resist! Move over, Jamie Oliver! Chef Crusoe is here, and his adorable cooking show definitely takes the cake! In this cute cooking show, Chef Crusoe – aka “Crusoe the Celebrity Dachshund” meets renowned Italian chef Gino D’Acampo, where Chef Crusoe makes the simple but delicious, “Bruschetta”! Chef Crusoe … Read more
It’s an undeniable fact that some people in this world are just cruel and heartless. How they could do such horrible things to a poor defenseless animal is just beyond me. Dogs are supposed to be man’s best friend, but how could a man ever do such awful things to his best friend? In south Los Angeles, a man found a doghouse at the side of the road; it was boarded up and nailed shut. He immediately called the police, … Read more
They say cats and dogs are mortal enemies. But we’ve seen so many videos that say otherwise. Just like that video of the amazing friendship between a cat and a blind Labrador. They had such an amazing bond that the cat became the “seeing eye cat” of the blind dog! And here we have another video that will prove to you that cats and dogs can be BFFs! Meet Bow-Z the dog and Jasper the cat. After being apart for … Read more
Another awesome dog has saved a life. And what makes this story even more incredible is that this dog is blind! Everyone, meet Norman, a courageous yellow Labrador Retriever who saved the life of a girl named Lisa Nibbley. Norman was abandoned by his previous. Luckily a couple named Annette and Steve McDonalds rescued him just before the day he was scheduled to be put to sleep. It was not long after he was adopted that the couple noticed there … Read more
Although we see our dogs as loving family members that sometimes take the place of human relatives, we often forget just how emotional these sentient beings are. Just like people, dogs can get depressed for a variety of reasons and it’s important to understand this and be able to identify the signs. Without knowing what to look for, we’ll often miss our dog’s sad state and be unable to help them feel better. Depression in dogs can be caused by … Read more
A lot of dog owners have made most out of all the snow that has fallen. We saw that awesome video of a huge snow maze some dog owners created on the yard, and we love that video of a man who went dog sledding in the streets! So here’s another video of a fun snow day to inspire dog lovers to go out and play with your dog in the snow! These dogs may just be walking and playing … Read more
Is your dog great with kids? A lot of dogs are good babysitters. If dogs are just socialized properly, they can be really great with kids. Every kid should be taught how to respect dogs too. ‘Coz childhood is just so much fun and so much better when there’s a dog around to play with! This video we have for you is so cute that it will leave you smiling all day. A dad caught her daughter playing doctor with … Read more
J.J. Woofin Paws Rescue Agency is a volunteer non-profit organization that rescues dogs and specializes in finding you the perfect dog to adopt. Primarily, they rescue dogs from high-kill shelters in Los Angeles, and as well as dogs who are abandoned by their owners. One day, they received a call about a dog wandering in the Palmdale Desert. It seems that the poor thing has been dumped on this deserted area by a backyard breeder. When they found the dog, … Read more
We just love watching rescue videos; not only does it reminds us that there are still good and kindhearted people in the world, we also know that a dog’s life is saved because of these amazing people. It warms our hearts to see these dogs get a second chance in life. And here we have another heartwarming video to share with you! Hope for Paws and Rescue From The Hart teamed up to save a dog from the river. Initially, … Read more
There are a lot of high drive dogs in shelters – it’s one of the reasons dogs are surrendered, they just had “too much energy” for the family. And these dogs can be hard to adopt out, since busy families do not always want a dog that needs a “job” or to run miles a day. But Mark Lukas wants those dogs. In fact, those are the only dogs he wants! Lukas is the founder and owner of Soccer Collies … Read more
Most dog owners allow their dogs in the bed at night more often than they’d care to admit, but we’ve got some reasons why sharing your bed with your dog is beneficial. After all, dogs can certainly make the ultimate companions. So if you’re looking for the perfect excuse to let your pooch in your bed every night, check out this list! #1 – Dogs Relieve Anxiety Dogs are known to relieve anxiety in humans, as can be proven … Read more
Remember that cute Yorkie who was washing the tiny blue car with the fluffy bunnies in it? Well she’s got more skill and talent to show the world! Her name is Misa Minnie and she’s more than just an adorable Yorkie, she may be the world’s smartest puppy! She was only weeks old when her owner started training her. And it’s amazing how this puppy responded to her owner’s commands. She’s very attentive and she’s a fast learner! She enjoys … Read more
Are you a football (soccer) fan? Well if you are, then you’re gonna enjoy this! Even if you’re not a soccer fan, I’m sure you will love this too! And if you play soccer, and you need a goalie in your team, then you should watch what this dog can do! She has some soccer skills that will wow the crowd! Everyone, meet Purin the Beagle! Purin was taught by her owners how to be a soccer goalie! And ever … Read more
Let’s face it, there are some very horrible people in the world who have no compassion for animals at all. They abuse animals, neglect them, abandon them, and leave them to die. It makes us wonder how these people could bear seeing a poor soul suffer. One of these poor neglected animals is Duke. Duke has been chained for 5 years. When he was rescued, he was only 9 kilos, he was left without food and water. He was such … Read more
Dog parks are a great idea. They allow dogs who may otherwise never get to be off leash a chance to run and pay and even socialize with other dogs. However, they are also a great environment for tragedy if people do not follow simply rules. Here are 5 things you should never dog at a dog park for safety reasons. #1 – Bring Treats It may seem like a good idea, bring treats to train your dog or to … Read more
Heartworm is a serious and often fatal disease that is easily preventable. Do you live in the darker areas on this map? Regardless of where you live, you should have your dog tested for heartworm and then put on prevention, if the test is negative. Dr. Kerri Marshall, chief veterinary officer at Trupanion, provided the insight below on heartworm in dogs. Is it true you have to have your dog tested before you start heartworm prevention? Why? KM: Yes, prevention can … Read more
Here’s something for your daily dose of cuteness! And it’s guaranteed to make you smile! This video has cute and fluffy bunnies in a tiny car, with a tiny adorable dog trying to wash it! It’s complete cuteness overload! Meet Misa Minnie, an adorable Yorkshire Terrier who’s gaining popularity in both her YouTube and Instagram accounts! In the video you’ll see Misa Minnie trying to wash a tiny blue convertible for her two cute and fluffy customers! The small bunnies … Read more
Dogs have a way of comforting us during our toughest times. It’s often difficult to understand the issues facing the homeless population, but, incredibly, it turns out dogs are some of the most empathetic, compassionate companions out there, and often help those struggling humans get by. That’s what the story you’re about to hear is about – the love between a dog and his human, regardless of the circumstances that surround them. The story emerged from Reddit, where lots of … Read more
I really admire service dogs. Not only are they very smart, they’ve helped a lot of people not only with their tasks, but emotionally as well. Their support is more than just the physical. It actually goes deeper than that. That is why Stevie the service dog is more than just a service dog for 7-year-old Anthony Merchante. Anthony has Cerebral Palsy. And he has Stevie as a protector, a guardian angel, and a loyal friend. Stevie alerts Anthony’s caregivers … Read more
Have you ever come in the door to a poop pile and your dog sees you notice it and gets the guiltiest look on his face? Or you open your door to a blizzard of pillow stuffing and your dog instantly slinks away? Clients tell me almost every day that their dog “knew he did wrong.” I know (trust me, I completely KNOW) how easy it is to humanize your pets’ expressions and emotions. I laugh just like you do … Read more
There are a thousand different ways to train a pup. Since every dog has their own unique personality, cookie cutter training, or a one size fits all education doesn’t work. While a majority of pet owners ascribe to a positive based training system, there are still some that believe a dominating, physical approach to teaching is acceptable. Owners should use physical contact for praise, not punishment; building the dog up instead of tearing them down. The following no-no’s are still … Read more
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