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Every dog is special. But every once in a while, we stumble upon a dog who inspires and touches the hearts of many. One of these dogs is Roo! Roo is a two-legged 5-month-old puppy, and she got her name because she walks like a kangaroo! She has captured the attention and the hearts of many because of the unique way she gets around. Roo was born in Romania with one front leg missing. She lost the other one shortly … Read more
This is one incredible story. This is the story of Susie and Donna. They are a perfect pair, a match made in heaven. As a puppy, Susie was abused by her previous owners. They beat her, set her on fire, and left her for dead. She suffered 2nd and 3rd degree burns on over 60% of her body. But she had a very strong will to live. On the other hand, Donna also went through a very traumatic experience. She … Read more
A dog is brought into a home with certain expectations. Some of these are housetraining, basic manners, and a modicum of respect. They aren’t too much to ask for. What happens when the bond doesn’t happen? The training doesn’t click? The dog stares at the owner as if he’s speaking a feline based language. Don’t re-home the dog just yet. There may be more here than meets the eye. Begin at the beginning Whether the dog came from another home, … Read more
Every dog owner shares a special bond with their four-legged best friend, but for those who rescue their fur baby from a dire situation, the desire to make sure they’re happy carries a different kind of weight. It’s always uplifting to hear stories about adopted dogs who become comfortable enough in their new homes to really be themselves, and really enjoy their day-to-day life. This kind of drastic transition is even more inspiring, though. Meet Frank, a Dachshund mix who was adopted at 5 … Read more
I can never understand people who just abandon their dogs. Dogs are part of the family, and leaving your dog behind is just like abandoning a family member. I guess some people are just really heartless. The dog in the video below was left behind by her family. Her previous owners sold their home, moved out, and left her behind. Fortunately, a kindhearted real estate agent saw the dog, and fed her for a few weeks while seeking for help. … Read more
They say working out at home while having a dog around is really hard. They would try to lick your face while you’re on the floor, and do all sorts of things that would distract you from your workout. But that’s not always the case. Turns out, dogs can be great workout partners. And we have a video to prove it! Meet Baron, a German Shepherd who has become his mom’s best workout partner! This 5-month-old GSD loves to workout … Read more
Living in the streets, with no one to take care of you, and no one to feed you, must be very terrifying for dogs. I can’t imagine the loneliness that these dogs must go through after being abandoned by someone that he has trusted with his life. That feeling of being betrayed is enough to break a dog’s spirit. The dog in the video below was abandoned, and he’s been living in the streets for so long that his hair … Read more
We have always been amazed by Eldad Hagar’s rescue videos. So many dogs have gotten second chances in life because of his selfless deeds. And once again, he has rescued another poor dog from the streets. He received a call about a scared homeless dog. Not only was this dog starving, he was also in poor condition; his hair was dirty and matted. But despite that, you can see that this is one beautiful dog! Eldad and his companion did … Read more
Everyone, meet Dally the Jack Russell Terrier and Spanky the miniature horse! These two have not only formed a beautiful bond, but they also perform together! Yup, they make a lot of people smile and cheer! Both of them were rescued by their trainer, Francesca Carson. Carson said that as soon as the two met, they quickly bonded and formed a friendship. Their career in showbiz started when Carson was training Spanky, and then suddenly Dally just leaped onto Spanky’s … Read more
Not too long ago we showed a video of sweet little Pixel desperately trying to get his bed back from his cat brother. Unfortunately, he’s still a young pup and so he wasn’t victorious in that attempt. (You can catch that video right ——> here!) But! We have fantastic news for those of you who were cheering Pixel on. Only a few weeks later and after having his bed stolen one too many times, Pixel has conquered the cat and … Read more
[IHD_Mobile_Banner] The thought of this sweet baby crammed into cages with other precious dogs, destined to be murdered just breaks me. The thought that they never get to play fetch, never know the love of a human, and never play with toys just destroys me. But then this! Keep in mind Snowball (what a great name) has never even seen a toy before. At one moment during the video, the pup hears a loud noise and is startled. Although he … Read more
Keeping our dogs in shape during the colder months can prove to be a difficult task. Not only is it just too cold to go on walks sometimes, it can actually be dangerous to our dog’s bare paws and the risk of slipping is much higher. So what are some of the best ways to exercise our dogs during winter? #1 – Dog Treadmill While treadmills might seem like something only for people, there are treadmills and other mills made … Read more
While some dogs are fearless and bold, others scare more easily. I’m sure you’ve seen dogs who get scared over the tiniest thing! In fact, most huge dogs, like Great Danes for example, tend to be scared of things that are much smaller than them. I’ve even seen dogs who are scared of random things like balloons, teddy bears, and even pictures in a magazine. But this cute little Frenchie is scared of something that his own body has produced…can … Read more
Puppies are so cute when they get their first bath. Many of them are terrified of the water, but some of happen to absolutely love the new experience. Nevertheless, I bet every dog’s favorite part of the bath is the after-bath routine. You know, the part where they get to be dried off, which most of the time is accompanied by cuddles, including the part where you wrap him/her up like a baby! And while most dogs run like crazy … Read more
In addition to belly rubs and couch cuddles, it’s safe to say most dogs love two other things unconditionally: paying with their toys and…no surprise here…food. In this promotional video for the food brand Beneful, doggie participants are invited to enjoy both! Using a dog-version of the Goldberg Machine (an apparatus that uses a chain reaction to creatively complete simple tasks), these dogs play, fetch, roll and, finally, eat! The fun series of events even includes a dog dunking a … Read more
Sometimes, amidst a struggle, you will find something beautiful. That is exactly what Chris Ouwerkerk, a Rescue Driver of the Michigan Humane Society, has discovered. He was dispatched to a call where a puppy was supposedly chained up to a couch that has been thrown out to the curb. What made things worse was that it was raining and it was really cold that day. When he got to the area, he noticed that there was a puppy sitting in … Read more
I know there are some kids out there that love the movie “Guardians Of The Galaxy” but I’m pretty sure that this dog is THE #1 fan. Don’t believe us? You’ve got to continue reading… My dog tends to watch TV and genuinely seem interested in what’s going on, but this cute pooch takes it to a whole new level. He watches the movie rather intensely and patiently waits for his favorite character to appear. Every time he sees Rocket … Read more
If you have never taken a dog on a vacation before, you are missing out. There are some amazing reasons to bring the dog along, here are just 10 of them. #1 – The Best Co-pilot A trip is always better with a co-pilot and dogs make the best ones! Why? They let you pick the music and they don’t make fun of your singing voice. #2 – Subject for Pictures Don’t take selfies! Instead, bring the dog along and take pictures … Read more
Everyone, meet Hector! Hector is a two-year-old dog who lost his hind legs. His mother, a stray dog, gave birth to him in the freezing cold. His tail and his feet were frozen to the ground. Fortunately, a kind soul adopted poor Hector. Hector spent most of his life inside the house. Playing outside may scrape his crippled hind legs. But Hector’s mom wanted the best for him, so she posted Hector’s story on Facebook. Amazingly, people started raising money … Read more
Some dogs love to play, others not so much. While it’s true your dog could go his whole life never playing with you and live to a ripe-old age, his life would not be as rich as it could have been (and neither will yours as a pet parent). Play is one of the main reasons most of us get a dog – to play, to be a friend and a companion. Why Play is Important There are many reasons why play … Read more
We are BIG supporters of the “Adopt, Don’t Shop” mentality. There are so many dogs in need of good homes and each one deserves a loving family! Our friends at BuzzFeed put together another amazing video that we want to share with you. It shows 12 truly incredible rescue dog transformations, and I’m willing to bet that some of you may tear up. Happy tears, we hope! Each dog has been saved from an awful life and given a second … Read more
Giant dog breeds can look very intimidating, but most are surprised to find out these dogs are just gentle giants wanting to snuggle. Some of them will even try to fit in your lap! Your best friend might be too big to carry around, but will help keep your couch warm during your Netflix binges! If you’re looking for a large dog that’s a big softie, look no further than these breeds! #1 – Great Dane One of the tallest … Read more
Many of the items on this list are things we do (or don’t do!) almost daily, without even thinking about them. And while we shouldn’t live in fear, it is good to pause from time to time and think about the risks we are taking with our dogs and whether it’s worth it. #1 – Giving Cooked Bones This is one of those debates that has been going on forever. Many people swear they have given their dogs raw bones for … Read more
Say hello to Humphrey, the 8-week-old British bulldog who will likely steal your heart in only 36 seconds! Humphrey is suddenly facing his arch nemesis…*dun dun dun*… the water bottle. He’s really not too sure what to make of it so he proceeds to growl, flop, and dance around the bottle in the most adorable way. Sure, his response isn’t big, bad and scary but it’s insanely adorable and we’re totally in love with little Humphrey because of it! ♥ … Read more
The U.S Food and Drug Administration has issued a follow-up letter to Nestle Purina PetCare after their inspection of the company’s Low-acid Canned Food (LACF) manufacturing facility in Allentown, Penn., from Sept. 12-Oct. 1, 2014, revealed several “significant violations.” The letter states: The inspection revealed that your firm manufactures a variety of low-acid dog and cat foods. The inspection also revealed that your facility has significant deviations from the LACF regulations, Title 21, Code of Federal Regulations, Parts 108 and 113 (21 CFR … Read more
Walking your dog like a normal human is so last year. There’s a NEW way to walk your dog and it is fun for both you and your dog! 🙂 This man setup a GoPro camera to a remote controlled car and the results were pretty impressive! All you need is a RC car (or something similar), a camera to attach, and a dog that goes crazy-pants over remote operated things! ☺ We MUST add: Before you try this with … Read more
A young pit bull nicknamed “Gargoyle” because of his deformed appearance was taken in by Second Chance Rescue NYC Dogs after they got a disturbing call from a shelter. While most rescue workers have “seen it all,” Landis’s condition was truly horrific. On their Facebook page, the rescue group’s reaction is one of pure disbelief: “With all the horror stories we have seen and shared this year, words like ‘heartbreaking’ don’t seem to mean much anymore. It’s really sad, as we … Read more
We’ve seen ads everywhere encouraging people to adopt animals at the shelter. Different organizations, animal advocates, and shelters all around the world are doing what they could to promote the adoption of shelter pets. They come up with clever posters, interesting and exciting events just encourage people to help in rescuing these animals. But instead of appealing to a person’s emotions by showing pictures of abused animals, this shelter has thought of a cool, upbeat, and musical way of asking … Read more
WHEW!!! Don’t worry, it’s not what you think! Thanks to the good folks over at Pit Bulls & Parolees, this sweet little pup, Blanche, will have a better chance at a normal life. Blanche is a young American Bulldog and she walks on the outer sides of he paw due to the fact that her joints are still so soft and they’re buckling. Thankfully, she’s young enough that time is on her side! This vet has put vibrant colored casts … Read more
Oh, what I would give to be able to sleep like a dog! I’m sure that you’ve heard the saying, “I slept like a baby” but really, who are we kidding? Many babies wake up often! So that’s why I’m pretty sure it’s the dogs who have this sleeping-thing mastered! They manage to fall asleep almost anywhere, anytime and in just about ANY position! Now that’s a skill I wish I had! Now, maybe your dog sleeps like a normal … Read more
In this age of ultimate pet pampering, owners have found new ways to spend money on their fur babies; cosmetic surgery. Canine face lifts, Botox injections, breast reductions; are they in the name of vanity or are there significant medical benefits to these otherwise elective procedures? The American pet industry brings in close to $60 billion dollars a year. An estimated $4 million spent in cosmetic procedures alone. While it isn’t illegal, none of the procedures fall under the Animal … Read more
It’s VERY important to understand how to properly pet an animal, but each animal is different… so how do you know what’s OK and what isn’t? This video should help inform you about where to pet just about any animal you come encounter with (and even a few we HOPE you wouldn’t attempt to pet!) These are just some general areas and not all animals are the same, so always be careful went petting a dog or animal of any … Read more
Beagles are one of sweetest looking dog breeds ever. They have a sweet gentle face and their soulful eyes are hard to resist. Beagles were originally used for hunting. They are great at tracking and hunting small game like rabbits. Now, Beagles have become the sweet and friendly family dogs that we know of. But what happens when a pack of Beagles see a running remote control car? Well their hunting instincts kick in! Watch the video below and you’ll … Read more
No matter where you live, whether in a big city or a tiny town, we all have our favorite spots, our go-to place for a day of relaxation or physical activity or socializing with friends. Well, it turns out some dogs do too, and they don’t always feel like waiting for their owners to escort them there! The very independent cutie you’re about to meet in this video is a Black Lab/Mastiff mix from Seattle named Eclipse. His favorite place … Read more
2014 saw many innovations and strides forward in pet healthcare. More and more people signed up for pet insurance, proving that the average dog owner does see their four-legged housemate as family. Trupanion, a pet insurance company, saw claims in 2014 that included many innovative products and advanced healthcare—from mobility devices to alternative medicines and oncology. Some of their top payouts (total) of 2014 in North America: Over $50,000 on stem-cell therapies Almost $20,000 on Apoquel, a new, advanced drug for … Read more
Not everyone is a Tennis fan. But if you’re a dog lover, you’re gonna love watching this special Tennis match! But instead of keeping an eye on the tennis players, you’re gonna gush over the cute ball boys! In the video, two of the world’s best tennis players, Venus Williams and Svetlana Kuznetsova, went to to Auckland, New Zealand for a tennis game. What they didn’t expect is that this game is gonna be a special one because the ball … Read more
Dogs have different barking and howling styles. And in this video, you will see and hear some of the funniest dog barks and howls! Listen to these cuties barking and howling and you’ll hear the different sounds they make! They’re all cute, and funny at the same time! One of them is even howling in his sleep! Be sure to check out the last one too; it’s too hysterical to miss! Which one was your favorite? Leave a comment below!
Whether you’ve got an older dog suffering from arthritis or a younger pup with hip or elbow problems, keeping our dogs comfortable during the winter is important. Cold weather often increases joint pain and discomfort, making it difficult for our dogs to get around. Check out these tips below for maintaining your dog’s joints during the winter. #1 – Stay Warm Since it’s the cold that brings about the pain, keeping our pups warm during the colder months will certainly … Read more
This Boxer is getting his share of internet fame! And what’s making him an internet star? His tongue that hangs out of his mouth! Everyone, meet Kiss the Boxer! Kiss can’t keep his tongue inside his mouth. This is because he has a neurological disorder that prevents him from retracting his tongue. So basically, his tongue is out almost 24/7! Kiss was rescued from deathrow at a shelter by his mom Dawn Korres. And that was the start of their … Read more
Is your dog picky with his/her food? Not all dogs eat fruits and veggies. In fact, most dogs would prefer something meaty! But wait till you see this Husky! He eats everything you give him! Yup, he eats vegetables, fruits, and almost any food you can name! His name is Wolfie, and ever since he was a puppy, he eats everything he can sink his teeth into. Watch the video below and you’ll see Wolfie, and his fellow husky, Snow, … Read more
It might sound crazy, especially to your family and friends, but you really should consider your dog when you are remodeling your house. Why? Because aside from the fact that your dog has to live in the house too and you should want him to be comfortable, it can actually make your life easier by ensuring your new style is dog friendly. Help From the Pros Higgins Design Studio, LLC is a full-service interiors firm, specializing in the design of … Read more
Epilepsy—the word may conjure scary images of jerking limbs and frothy mouths; the reality is epilepsy is a disorder that is manageable with the right combination of medication, diet and/or exercise. There are many variants that cause this seizure disorder, such as genetics, infection, the presence of a tumor or disease (liver or hypoglycemia). Dogs may average a seizure a week or one every few years. In eighty percent of reported cases, there is no physical reason for the seizures. … Read more
In honor of “Checkers Days” (so named for Nixon’s famous 1952 Checker’s Speech and his dog by the same name), we’d like to present 10 dogs who live in the political arena. Not only are they allowed in the offices at Capitol Hill, but many of them have owners who are as passionate about animal advocacy as they are about their own furry family members. #1 – Lilly Lilly’s owner, US Representative Jeff Denham (R-CA), is not the only one … Read more
A study published by the University of Sussex, shows that our canine friends do actually process human speech in a similar way to us. Mammal communication researchers in the School of Psychology tested more than 250 dogs to see how they responded to a set of spoken commands, and found that, like humans, dogs use different parts of the brain to process the verbal components of a familiar sentence and the emotion or intonation of the speaker. Doctoral candidate Victoria Ratcliffe and … Read more
Dogs give the best welcome home greeting. It’s so nice to see someone so excited to see you! This 11-year-old Pug is deaf. When his human comes home, he gets so excited he starts singing! And to those who are concerned, he is not in pain. He is just excited. In fact he is one healthy and happy dog! And he loves to be around people too! Watch the video and listen to this cutie! His owners say he even … Read more
Well here we go again. Another video that PROVES how mean and vicious pit bulls are, right? NOT! Contrary to the media’s popular belief, Pit Bulls can be just as well-behaved as any other breed when raised properly. Regardless of the breed, it’s still pretty impressive to see such a tiny little girl take such command over a large group of dogs! And they’re ALL male Pit Bulls, too! Take that, haters! 🙂 This video also proves the importance of … Read more
Guys, this golden can’t handle his momma’s pinky. He legitimately #canteven. Dogs tend to notice things that we don’t, so maybe he’s onto something… I mean, are pinkies evil? Could it be that pinkies are the culprit to all of our world’s problems? Whoa, that’s some deep stuff. 😉 OK, so maybe this dog just thinks pinkies are weird and that’s all. Regardless, his response to the pinky is pretty darn funny! Does your pooch act this way towards anything … Read more
This cutie, Charlie, thought he could have some of his human’s breakfast, but after begging for a bit, he realizes that maybe he should offer something in return. Charlie decides that trading his toy will help get him the yummy breakfast! How adorable?! Has your dog ever done something like this?
Watch the video below and you’ll see a moving dog bed! Something is under it that’s making it move! Something cute and adorable! Can you guess what it is? Okay, we’ll tell you. 🙂 It’s Gatsby the Corgi puppy! He loves to play! He also loves to crawl under his bed and run around! You’ll see in the video that when his human took his bed away, he went and crawled back under it! He’s so cute! Leave a comment … Read more
Is your dog terrified of the hair dryer? Or is he/she one of those dogs who loves to play with them? The Boxer in the video definitely loves to play with the hair dryer. So every time his mom tries to blowdry her hair, he quickly goes over her head and tries to play with the hair dryer! Watch the hilarious video below! LOL! Have you ever encountered something like this with your dog? Leave a comment below!
Dogs, in general, are thought of as loyal and protective guardians to their human family. While most dogs will, in a bind, protect, some breeds were originally bred for some type of protection work, making them the best protectors around. Here are ten of those breeds. If you are considering one of these breeds, remember they must be properly socialized early on in order to be okay with people outside of their family. #1 – Bullmastiff This breed had an unusual … Read more
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