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Petco First to Stop Selling China-Made Treats

In what became an “arms race” to be the first pet store to de-arm themselves with China-named food product, Petco Animals Supplies Inc. has beaten Petsmart, becoming the first national pet store chain to completely remove all China-made dog treats from shelves at more than 1,300 retail stores nationwide, including Unleashed by Petco stores and online at Petco.com. The move makes Petco the first national pet specialty retailer to complete this transition and affirms the company’s commitment to listening to customers and putting the … Read more

The Importance of On-Leash Socialization

When it comes to puppy socialization, the emphasis is always on taking your puppy to a doggy daycare, dog park, or a “play date,” where they learn how to interact with other dogs appropriately during play. Even in puppy class, the only introductions are done off-leash at the end of class during play time. And while off-leash interaction IS important, the reality is that 90 percent of the time your dog will be seeing and/or greeting other dogs while ON … Read more

15 Second Video Has People Rolling On The Floor Laughing! Keep An Eye on The Treat!

This video is short but hilarious! Watch the dog on the right. His human is gonna give him a treat, but when he tried to catch it, it just disappeared! You’d be laughing at his face when you see him looking so confused where the treat went! It’s one of the funniest dog reactions ever! Take a look at the video and see where the treat went! Did you see where the treat landed? LOL! His facial expression is just … Read more

Dog Walking: What Every Dog Owner SHOULD Do (but Probably Doesn’t)

Let’s face it, dog lovers have taken over the world. From demanding dogs be allowed in restaurants to pushing for freedom to have more dogs in apartments and even those who want dogs to be considered citizens (including voting rights), we have gone barking mad. But with all that push for more rights and freedoms with our canine family members, we forget that freedom comes with responsibilities. My husband and I own four dogs. We show, we travel with them, … Read more

What Happens When a Hair Stylist Grooms His Own Dog? Get Ready To Smile Ear To Ear!

Most dogs are taken to the groomers to get their hair cut. But this fella is not like most dogs. Nope, he gets his haircut at a salon! He sits in the salon chair and a hairstylist cuts his hair for him! No kidding! He even wears a salon cape when the stylist cuts his hair. And he’s such a good doggy too! He doesn’t squirm or move around. He just sitting there like a human and enjoying the service! … Read more

Need a Midday Pick-Me-Up? This Adorable Sleeping Pug Can Help…

We obviously love a good dog video…most animal lovers do. There’s something extra cute about a video that features a tiny, sleeping pug puppy, napping adorably while a Foreigner song plays in the background. Did we mention his puppy tongue is hanging out the whole time…? Sounds pretty magical, right? This little guy is resting easy in his owner’s hand, which is just big enough for his tiny body. We’re not sure whether to focus on his cute face or … Read more

This Pup Has The Most Adorable Way of Getting Ready for Dinner Every Night!

Everyone, meet Kibo. Kibo is a cute Shiba Inu pup who gets so excited when it’s time for a meal. In fact he does something when his human is putting food in his bowl. He sort of freaks out a little and does this cute adorable jump of joy! He does it every time! Watch the adorable video below! He’s such a cutie that his video has over 4 million views on YouTube!

GONE VIRAL: Hundreds of Thousands of People Send Cancer Patient Pictures of Their Dog To Cheer Him Up

Anthony Lyons is a 16-year-old dog lover. He was diagnosed with Lymphoblastic Leukemia, and is currently undergoing chemotherapy. He needs all the love and support not only from his family and friends, but from his beloved dogs as well. But since dogs can’t visit him everyday, Anthony’s friends thought of a clever way to boost his spirits. They invited people to send pictures of their dogs to cheer up Anthony! What they did was so awesome that it went viral … Read more

Puppy Attempts To Reclaim His Bed From The Cat Who Stole It

Whenever a cat and a dog lives under the same roof, they will somehow end up battling over the ownership of the beds. One will always try to steal the bed of the other. And that’s exactly what happened in the video below. Pixel is a 10-week-old French Bulldog, and he is trying to get what is rightfully his. The cat stole his bed and just wouldn’t get off of it. Will he be successful in reclaiming his property? Watch … Read more

5 Important Reasons To Adopt, Not Shop!

There will always be dog breeders available. Whether reputable, back yard, or the puppy mill variety, puppies are often a dime a dozen—so to speak. Not only are puppies plentiful, they’re down right adorable. Most potential owners insist on getting a puppy for a variety of reasons; to have an animal their kids will grow up with, they want less “emotional baggage”… the list goes on. But what half of these humans don’t consider is that puppies are work. They … Read more

Is Your Dog a Genius or Simply Lovable? Test Their IQ!

All dogs are smart, in their own unique way. One dog may fly through an agility course after a single run through, another may plod their way around, sniffing flowers along the way. Is there a way to accurately determine a dog’s mental aptitude? Here are some fun games to determine whether your dog is a brainiac or simply lovable. Remember – these are just for fun! All dogs are winners, of course, because they’re dogs! Test #1—Problem/Solution The problem? … Read more

While On Vacation They Found a Starving Puppy. You’ll Never Guess What They Did Next!

Vacations are usually about adventure, relaxation, and having fun. But this couple had a vacation they will never forget. Their vacation was better than the usual R&R; that’s because in their vacation, they were able to help a poor little soul. They found a starving little pup on the beach in Playa Blanca, Columbia. They were able to bond with her, and they became attached to her. So what did they do? They fed her, named her, and brought her … Read more

This Service Dog Adorably Adopts A Fawn…And It’s Absolutely Adorable

Mishka is a Karelian Bear Dog. He is a wildlife service dog trained to help recondition habituated bears. It’s a challenging job where he has to act and be tough! Despite that, underneath all that toughness, Mishka is in fact a very gentle dog. Want proof? Watch this video, where a fawn mistook Mishka for a parent, and Mishka quickly stepped up to the role. Mishka is an amazing foster parent to the little fawn; he’s caring, loving, and very gentle! … Read more

The 15 Best Toys for Small Dogs

It can be easy to overlook the play needs of the small dog, but just like their larger counterparts, the littles need their playtime to stay sharp and fit, but it’s best to be sure small dogs have toys made just for them. When a toy is too big for a tiny dog, they run the risk of hurting themselves. While we often worry about choking hazards as small pieces dogs can easily swallow, the reverse can also be true … Read more

Think You Know What Causes Dog Bloat? You Might Be Surprised…

Dog bloat is scary. You feed your dog and bam, the worse thing imaginable happens. Unfortunately, it’s not something that is talked about until after you’ve had an experience of your own. The AKC Canine Health Foundation (CHF)  wants to change this and is currently conducting research on the subject, to better understand the causes, thus saving more lives. Dr. Shila Nordone, Chief Scientific Officer of the AKC CHF answered a few questions for us on the subject. Are only large … Read more

How Improve Your Dog’s ‘Stay’!

Getting a rock-solid ‘stay’ can be one of the hardest things you will ever train your dog in. What many people find is that as long as they are standing by the dog, treats in hand, she will stay. But, as soon as they remove themselves and/or the treats, they have about a two second stay before the dog wanders off. And, since teaching stay is about as boring for the human as it is for the dog, it can be … Read more

This Pug Goes Absolutely Crazy When His Human Gives Him A Bone!

Most dogs would get really excited when you give them a treat. But this Pug named Knefel freaks out when his human presents him a bone! He goes absolutely crazy over the treat! He’s so excited and happy about it that it looks like he doesn’t even know what to do with it! He didn’t even take it from his human’s hands! Watch the video below and see him go nuts over a bone! LOL! Have you ever seen your … Read more

Woman In Utter Shock About What Her Dog Just Said. I Can’t Believe It!

Does your dog ever talk to you? Well this talkative French Bulldog puppy has the cutest thing to say! Wait till you hear what he says at 0:21! He says the most precious thing that blew away his owners! He has the sweetest face and the cutest voice to match! Watch the adorable video below! This may be the cutest thing you’ll see and hear all week! Awwww…did you catch him say I Love You? Wasn’t that just the cutest? … Read more

8 Hi-Tech Dog Training Products Worth Trying

It shouldn’t surprise you that dog training is going hi-tech. Although there are not a ton of products out yet, it’s clear that this is the future. Who knows, maybe someday you will have a robot that can pick up your dog’s poop? Wouldn’t that be nice? #1 – Pet Tutor This is a brand-new, revolutionary science-based training system for your pet. It will eventually work with your smartphone (currently, you can feed using the remote or timed intervals), can be … Read more

This Dog’s Reaction To Bath Time Will Absolutely Make Your Day

Dogs and baths…they don’t always mix well. Any experienced dog owner can probably think of a handful of horror stories involving nervous little pooches who simply hate this grooming routine. Of course, there are always exceptions. This particular exception happens to be a very cute pug named Barry. He happens to adore getting a bath. We suspect it might have something to do with his owner hitting his ‘tickle spot’ a couple times. Watch Barry’s blissful bath experience here: Your … Read more

This You Gotta See! I’ve Never Seen A Dog Watch TV Like This!

Have you seen the movie “Guardians of the Galaxy”? Well this dog named Shelby is a huge fan of the movie, especially the character called Rocket Raccoon! Don’t believe me? Take a look at the video below and you’ll see Shelby watching the movie. But wait and see how she reacts when Rocket Raccoon appears! I’ve never seen a dog watch TV like this! Have you seen your dog do the same thing when he/she is watching TV? Leave a … Read more

You’ll Crack Up Watching These Two Dogs Go After A Ball

Dogs are intelligent creatures, and here’s yet another video that will prove that. A ball fell in the pool. These two dogs want to get it, but they don’t want to get wet. The solution: Teamwork! Watch the video below and see how these adorable pups tackle the obstacle and help each other grab the ball out of the pool. Very impressive! Watch and see for yourself: Amazing, right?! They got the ball, and no one had to get wet!

Homeless Mom & Her Pups Get Rescued. Help This Family Find A Forever Home!

Hope for Paws received a call about a homeless family, a mother dog and her two pups. The two puppies were very friendly, but the mother was a little nervous. But with a little bit of love and of course, some cheeseburger, they were able to get to her. They named the puppies Dallas and Texas, and they named the mother Mable.They brought the family to the hospital and gave them a bath. They were infested with hundreds of fleas! … Read more

How to Keep Your Dog Calm During Mealtime

Meal time can feel like you are feeding wild animals. Your calm, docile house dog can go from zero to sixty before you blink. All of a sudden you have a frenzied, barking, jumping, biting dog that knocks the food out of your hand before you can even get on the ground. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Meal time is a great opportunity to work on your dog’s self-control and manners every day. Here are some tips … Read more

RECALL ALERT: Jump Your Bones Treats Recalled Due To Possible Salmonella Contamination

On December 31, 2014, Jump Your Bones, Inc. of Boca Raton, Florida, is voluntarily recalling their Roo Bites (Cubes) because due to potential contamination with Salmonella. No pet or consumer illnesses from this product have been reported to date. Affected Product The affected lots of Jump Your Bones Pet Treats were distributed to retail pet food stores nationwide and through pet food retailers/distributors and are sold in Boutique Bags and online stores. The products affected by this recall are only identified with the … Read more

SECRET UNVEILED: This Frenchie Found The Key To Happiness – Take Note!

We’re in LOVE with this goofy pup! Not only is he crazy adorable, but we’re pretty sure he’s found the key to happiness. Cure all your gloom in the new year with this simple solution! All you need is a kiddie pool and some plastic balls. Put ’em together and hop on in! If that doesn’t help, we suggest watching this video on repeat. And in severe cases, go to your local fast-food restaurant that has a ball pit and … Read more

See What Happens When Over 20 Happy Dogs Invade An Office In NYC!

Work can be really stressful. And I believe that a happy, loving dog is the best stress reliever! Unsuspecting office workers in New York are about to visited by over 20 happy dogs! They were told that they were gonna be interviewed about stress in the work place. What they didn’t know is that a group of happy and playful dogs are about to invade and take over their office! Watch the video and see what happens! Awwww…See?! I told … Read more

French Bulldog Is Determined To Catch The Rain

When rain falls, you can either try to hide from it under your umbrella, or embrace it and try to have some fun! Teddy, the very cute French Bulldog, has decided to enjoy himself, despite the weather. In this video, Teddy takes to the front garden of his owner’s house to prance around while the rain falls. So cute, and a great reminder to have fun no matter what the situation! Teddy is “siiiiinging in the rain!”

This Dog Has An Unlikely New Best Friend…A Deadly Owl!

Is there anyone a sweet dog can’t become fast friends with? If this video is any indication, then no! Prepare to be shocked by the adorable, unlikely friendship formed between Louis, a deadly Eurasian owl, and Annabelle, a laidback wirehaired pointer griffon. The two don’t seem to have much in common, but the bond between them is clear. Louis will grow up to be a very lethal hunter, capable of conquering a full grown fox or a young bear! For … Read more

Reverse Time-Lapse Video Shows The Heartbreaking Effect Of Abandoning A Dog

This video is just heartbreaking. Below, you will see a reverse time-lapse video where an abandoned dog is rescued. In reverse, it shows us what happens when a dog is abandoned. I can almost feel the dog’s heart is breaking; how can someone he loves so much abandon him like that. He must be thinking what he did wrong that his “family” abandoned him. Watch the video below and see how abandonment kills. The organization who made this video rescued … Read more

This Abandoned Pit Bull Just Wanted A Little Kindness…And Maybe A Cheeseburger

When volunteers from Hope For Paws heard about an abandoned pitbull from concerned neighbors, they didn’t know quite how hard of a time the little guy had experienced. Neighborhood children pegged rocks at the sweet, vulnerable pup, and he seemed visibly afraid as rescuers approached. Even after they offered him a fresh cheeseburger, he was still reluctant to trust their intentions. Soon, though, he realized his new human friends had only the best of intentions, and he let his guard … Read more

5 Signs Your Pet Sitter May Not Be Doing a Good Job

Have you ever returned home from a trip and wondered if your pet sitter really did all that you paid him for? There is a lot of trust in hiring someone to come into your house while you are away and take care of your best friend. Here are five signs that your pet sitter may not be doing their job correctly. #1 – Personality Change You come home to your normally friendly and social dog that is now showing great … Read more

This Dog Definitely Wants To Build A Snowman…

Frozen fans…this one’s for you! But, you know, it’s also for anyone who loves adorable dogs…which we’re pretty sure means everyone. Isabelle is a super cute Miniature Australian Shepherd who clearly loves wintertime! In this video, her happiness is contagious as we watch her help her owner construct a snowman in their backyard. You can even see a smile on her face. Too adorable! Such a happy snow dog!

Elsa, Ariel, and Pooh – Oh My! Pups Reenact Disney Classics

What’s better than puppies wearing costumes? Puppies wearing costumes IN SLOW MOTION! Trust us, this is adorable and you’re totally going to thank us later. These sweet little pups are “reenacting” some Disney classics! Our favorite? We’re kind of in love with “Ariel” and her fierce hair-whip! (It’s A MUST-SEE at 25 seconds) Ohhh my gosh. Did you see Olaf smooching Elsa?! ♥ My heart melted! Be sure to share this with all of your Disney-and-dog-loving friends! This is too … Read more

AMAZING: Watch What These People Can Do With Sheepdogs, Sheep, & LED Lights!

This is just absolutely amazing! I felt like clapping my hands after watching this beautifully choreographed “performance”! These men sure are creative! With some sheep dogs and a lot of sheep, they created their very own work of art! When they attached some LED lights to the sheep and created a sort of firework display, I was in awe! Prepare to be entertained! Watch the video below! Amazing, right? This video has over 19 million views in YouTube! Leave a … Read more

Watch How This Dog Reacts When His Human Imitates His Every Move!

Have you ever tried imitating your dog just to see how he/she reacts? Well this guy did! And his dog’s response is both endearing and hilarious! He imitates his dog’s actions, and he even tries to imitate the dog’s face! Looks to me like this dog is confused, and probably wondering what’s gotten into his human. I just love the dog’s reaction! So cute and so funny! LOL! Anyone of you guilty of doing the same thing? Leave a comment … Read more

The Weird Things That Dog Owners Do! Which Of These Are You Guilty Of?

Other than talking to our dogs, we dog owners do a lot of things that people who don’t have dogs find weird. But who cares, we love our dogs, and we don’t mind doing these crazy little things, right? BuzzFeed created a video of the weird things that dog owners do. I’m pretty sure you do some (if not all) of these things too! Watch the video below and see which of these things you’re guilty of! LOL! How about … Read more

10 Sports to Try With Your Dog This Year

Looking for a fun New Year’s Resolution you will actually keep? How about trying out a new dog sport? There are so many fun and exciting events you and your dog can do together. You don’t have to compete, you can just do it for fun, bonding and exercise. #1 – Rally Originally created as a way to ease into competition obedience, rally is perfect for those who want to brush up on obedience skills without the “seriousness” of the obedience … Read more

Yes, You Can Train Your Dog to Paint!

There are celebrity dogs and internet sensations all over the place; dogs with their own clothing lines, swag and even dog food sponsorships. Have you thought of a way your dog could earn some fame? How about painting? It’s a fun trick to teach your dog – even if you are the only one who ever appreciates his style of artwork. And who knows, he may become famous. There are already dogs out there that paint and get paid. In … Read more

5 Hilarious Ways That People Are Just Like Dogs

Have you sometimes wondered why dogs have such weird habits? It takes them such a long time to poop, a toy can keep them busy all day, and they seem to pee like every hour! But come to think of it, in some ways, we are just like our dogs! Don’t believe me? BuzzFeed made a video of how dogs are just like us (and vice versa)! Watch the video below and see the 5 ways of how we are just … Read more

10 Dog Products That Make Keeping New Year’s Resolutions EASY

We all start the New Year with high hopes – playing with our dog more, training more, losing weight together, being healthier, helping rescues, etc. But the reality is it can be hard to keep those resolutions, not matter how much we try. Here are ten products that can help you stick to your resolutions, making 2015 the best year ever. #1 – StarWalk iQ Pet Activity Tracker This amazing little device attaches to your dog’s collar and alerts you on … Read more

You’ll Never Forget What You’re About To Watch This Cat Do For A 14 Year Old Blind Lab.

Cats have amazing senses that warns them of incoming danger. And dogs are one of the tops dangers in their list. But not all cats consider dogs as a danger. Pudditat is a top cat who uses his senses to help his friend, Tervel. Tervel is a 14-year-old Labrador who is blind and partially deaf. Their owner says that Pudditat is not very nice to other cats and that he sometimes bullies other cats. However, Pudditat is extra-friendly to his … Read more

WATCH: This Puppy Won’t Let His Human Use The Computer!

We’ve seen plenty of cats who try to hinder their humans from using the computer by laying on the keyboard and trying everything they can to get in their way. But who says only cats do that? This puppy won’t allow his human to use the computer! He wants some cuddles and some loving! Watch the adorable video below and see what this puppy does to get some attention! Awwww…it’s about time you shut down that computer and spend some … Read more

15 Gifts Your Dog Gives You Everyday

There is nothing better the love your dog has for you. Here are just 15 of the many gifts he gives you everyday, out of love, without expecting much in return. Maybe just some love, a few scratches, and a treat or two. 1. Better than an alarm clock, your dog gives you a tail wagging, face licking wake-up call every day. You can’t help but have a good morning. 2. He listens quietly while you talk about yourself for … Read more

Enourmous Great Dane Tries To Cram Himself Into a Tiny Dog’s Bed

Most big dogs are not aware of how big they are! I’ve seen huge dogs who think they’re lapdogs, and even bigger dogs who are scared of small creatures. Now the Great Dane in the video below seem to think that he can fit himself in a tiny dog bed. He made several attempts to try to fit in it. After a few tries, he somehow managed to squeeze himself in! Watch the cute video below! Awwwww…you definitely need a … Read more

Your Jaw Will Drop When You See How This Dog Helps This 86 Year-Old Disabled Man

Dogs are such amazing loyal creatures. They don’t care how rich or how poor you are. And the video below will prove just that. An 86-year-old man named Fu has the most faithful companion. Fu is disabled, and has been begging for 6 years in Wenzhou, Zhejiang Province in China. His loyal dog pushes him around on the wheels he uses to move around. Watch the video below and see the friendship between Fu and his dog! Fu may have … Read more

Seems Like A Normal Game of Fetch. But Wait Until You Hear This Dog’s Story

No matter how old, and how sick my dog will get, I will never ever abandon him. Because that is the time that he needs me most. However, there are some insensitive and heartless people who take the easy way out by surrendering their dogs. Elvis was surrendered by his previous owner because he was going blind. They didn’t want to deal with their dog’s disease. But Elvis is one special dog. He is a fighter, and he thrives despite … Read more

Woman Reacts When Greeted By Dog Who Was Never Supposed To Walk Again

Sammi had a degenerative change in his neck that made him quadruplegic. His human brought him to the California Animal Rehabilitation (CARE) for therapy. When you look at Sammi during his first evaluation, it seems like he would never be able to walk again. But thankfully, they didn’t give up on him. Amazingly, with Sammi’s therapy, he’s doing so much better. Watch the video below and see how Sammi progressed with his therapy! Now it’s time for Sammi’s owner to … Read more

RECALL: Nationwide Recall of Selected Chicken Dog Chews Due To Salmonella

On December 24th, Barkworthies out of Richmond, Virginia recalled select lots of Barkworthies Chicken Vittles dog chews because they have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella. Salmonella can affect animals eating the products and there is also risk to humans from handling contaminated pet products, especially if they have not thoroughly washed their hands after having contact with the products or any surfaces exposed to these products.   Symptoms of Salmonella in Humans Healthy people infected with Salmonella should … Read more

And Everyone Says Dogs Don’t Like Mailmen! This One Sure Loves Him!

The mailman says this is the best part of his day… and after watching this, now we see why! ♥ Rumor has it that dogs HATE mailmen, but this cutie pie certainly doesn’t seem to mind him. In fact, he really seems to love the mailman! This is so heartwarming, you’ve gotta take a look! How sweet was that?! Now if only I could teach my dog to act this way towards our kind mailman…