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In Guizhou China, a man passed out on the street. His dog was with him when he passed out. In the video below you can see his loyal dog stayed by his owner the whole time. The dog never left him; the poor thing looked so worried. When the first aid team came close to his owner, he even tried to protect him! And when his human was inside the ambulance, the dog jumped inside and accompanied him! Watch the … Read more
While there are varying distinctions between these three different canine jobs, they all come with a degree of necessity. The service dog is needed to perform certain tasks their handler can’t do on their own. The therapy dog, while considered a pet, goes into facilities and offers socialization to those in need. An emotional support animal is recommended by a mental health professional to alleviate some debilitating issues. All three have a job to do, but where does one draw … Read more
In case you didn’t know, Frenchies really enjoy talking. But when you give them a really good reason to, they get a little crazy about it! This cutie is Alice. She really wants to sit up on the couch with her daddy, but he isn’t lending her a hand just yet. Her response? Painfully adorable! ♥ I wish we knew what she was saying!!
Do you love animal friendships? If you do, here’s a video that you’ll definitely enjoy! Watch this Kangaroo who thinks he’s a dog! His friends are dogs too! Meet J.R. the Kangaroo! J.R. thinks he’s a dog; he even sits down and waits for a treat! In the video below, you’ll see J.R. and two of his dog friends sharing a bag of chips! They’re just so adorable! Oh I love all three of them! J.R. sure thinks he’s one … Read more
Happy HOWL-o-ween! To celebrate, we have an ADORABLE video filled with dogs in costumes galore! How brilliant is a dog costume parade? Totally PAW-some! What is your dog dressing up as this Howl-o-ween? 🙂
As this video begins, you see a man sneaking over the fence of a backward and creeping towards that house. He enters the house, just outside the video of the camera. Immediately, he hears barking, and a dog comes running into view. We expected to see a much bigger dog bravely guarding the house. Nope! Watch this! 🙂 That pup couldn’t have weighed more than 2 pounds! But I hope he or she got an extra treat or two that … Read more
This is a cute and easy trick that strengthens your dog’s back, stomach, and hind leg muscles making it a great work out too! Even better, it might just be one of the easiest tricks to teach your dog. The only requirement? Your dog already offers a sit or has sit on command. First Steps Get a bunch of small and tasty treats that your dog really likes. You are going to lure your dog using the treats, so he … Read more
It’s flu season, and not just for humans! According to the Center for Disease and Control (CDC), Canine Influenza Virus (H3N8) or “Dog Flu” is a contagious respiratory disease that is easily transmitted through our dogs. Because Canine Influenza Virus is a relatively new virus, most dogs have not been exposed to it before. A small percentage of dogs can experience very serious complications such as pneumonia, just like the humans infected with influenza. Dr. Jeff Werber is an Emmy Awarding winning veterinarian and cares for … Read more
The Pawsitive Pals Pet therapy program at the San Diego Hospice and The Institute for Palliative Medicine have a remarkable way of helping and connecting with their patients. It’s through pet therapy! These dogs help the patients by reducing the loneliness, depression, and stress that the patients are experiencing. Watch the video below and see how these beautiful and helpful dogs touch the lives of the patients and their families! Aren’t they amazing? Such sweet dogs! You can learn more … Read more
I love it when animals of different species bond and form a friendship. And this video we have for you is simply adorable! A tiny 12-day-old piglet meets a curious dog…what do you think happens? Well, they’re just getting to know each other for now, but I bet these two are gonna be great friends! And look, there’s even a cat nearby watching them! LOL! Awwww…so cute!! And I love her cute little oinks too!!
We all have fears. We have our own way to cope with them and conquer them. And dogs are no different. Everyone, meet Queso. Queso is a Pit Bull who is afraid of going through doors. Yep, you read that right! He is afraid of going through doors! However, he has a hilarious way of coping with it. Instead of facing his fear head-on, he uses his butt! Just watch the video below and you’ll see what I’m talking about!! … Read more
Another Pit bull has become a hero! Jack is a rescued Pit Bull; he lives with a loving family who also has a rescued cat named Kitty. One day, two coyotes attacked Kitty. One had her by the neck, and the other had her tail. They were shaking her violently! Kitty was at the brink of death but Jack came to her rescue. He ran so fast and he was ready to fight the coyotes to save Kitty’s life! Jack … Read more
The holiday season means visiting family and friends, often with kids. If your dog is not used to having kids around (or is maybe only used to your dog-savvy children), the situation can quickly become out of control if you are not prepared. Here are some tips and tricks to getting through the holidays while keeping the kids and dogs happy. The First Encounter The most important part of the whole visit is what happens in those first few minutes, … Read more
If you were to choose between your significant other or your dog, which would you chose? Well this guy was given that choice. His girlfriend asked him to choose between her and the dog. Can you guess which one he chose? He chose the dog of course! He even said he’d rather be homeless with the dog, than be with his girlfriend in an apartment! Wanna know why? Watch his interview below! How about you? If you were in … Read more
An injured dog was found in the middle of a busy freeway. There are no details of how he ended up there. Animal control officers were called to the scene, but this good Samaritan was able to get there first. His name is Rickey Young. Rickey, a father and a contractor, heard about the situation on the radio. He rushed to the scene and he took the dog to safety. Turns out the poor dog is a yellow lab mix … Read more
Don’t you just love it when your dogs welcome you home? Oh it’s a wonderful feeling to receive such warm welcome! Wanna know what happens when a crazy dog lady returns home to her dogs? Well all cuteness breaks loose when these Pomeranians saw their dear mommy back home after being away for 3 weeks! They give her the happiest, the cutest, and the warmest welcome home greeting! Awwww…they’re so happy to see their mommy come back home! I just … Read more
A chained dog is a choked soul. No dog ever deserves to be chained, most especially when the weather outside is too hot or too cold. Fences for Fido is a volunteer group who donate their time and energy to improve the lives of dogs living outdoors on chains. These wonderful people are doing everything they can to make a difference in the lives of dogs who are in chains. Watch one of their amazing videos below! Awwww…the dogs are … Read more
There is no doubt about it, dogs are special. There are sites dedicated to all things dog from their cuteness, to their health, and their endearing quirky nature. Listed below are some documentaries that are not only entertaining and informative, they may just spur a dog enthusiast into action. Whether it is putting an end to breed discrimination, puppy mills, or simply want to know what drives a dog to act a certain way. Beyond the Myth People tend to … Read more
Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving? Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated as a day of thanks for the blessings we have received. I believe our dogs are one of the best blessings that come into our lives. If our dogs have helped us so much in our lives, don’t they deserve some thanks too? That’s exactly why this owner has prepared a full thanksgiving meal for his family; and that includes his dogs of course! Watch the video below and see … Read more
How many belly rubs do you give your dog in a day? Well these dogs demand lots of them! And don’t you dare stop because they’re just gonna ask for more! They’re gonna bark at you and even tap you with their paws until you give them more. They just can’t get enough of it! Watch these cuties demand belly rubs from their humans in the videos below! This dog will show you where! https://www.facebook.com/thepetcollective/videos/1399916980023103/?v=1399916980023103 Please don’t stop. “I’ll just … Read more
We are very aware that people tend to get sick more often in winter than any other time of year. But did you know your dog is more at risk during the winter months as well? Dr. Patrick Mahaney DVM, leading veterinarian and consultant for The Honest Kitchen, has some great tips when it comes to keeping your best friend healthy during the coming winter months. Food & Water Temperature Dr. Mahaney recommends keeping your dog’s water at room temperature, … Read more
“Hey Mr. Fishy, Dis iz where we get clean… what are you doing in there?!” Just when you think you’ve seen it all, a video of a carp swimming in a bathtub surfaces! What’s even more impressive is the number of Cocker Spaniels in this video! They’re all totally intrigued by the big fish swimming around that I can’t help but smile! This is definitely not something you see every day!
Recently, we have seen a huge upsurge in dog owners claiming their dogs have food allergies. We have become more aware of the effects of what we feed our dogs and many of us have helped our dogs by eliminating things in their diet that bother them. BUT all this hype had a bad side-effect. Many are “self-diagnosing” at home to save having a vet bill. Their dog starts to have problems like diarrhea or vomiting, they assume it’s because … Read more
Rafi is a black Labrador who hasn’t seen snow. So when he encountered snow for the first time, he got so excited! He did the weirdest, funniest thing when he experienced snow for the first time! What did he do? He lays on the snow and lets his body slide on it! No kidding! You have to watch him go body-sliding in the snow! Take a look at the video below and you’ll see for yourself! Does your dog like … Read more
How does your dog feel about the swing? Well this dog is in absolute heaven when she gets on the swing! Meet Sara, the swinging dog! She loves to go to the park and get on the swing. She has been doing this for 4 years and she’s still crazy about it! While other dogs go crazy when you say “WALK”, Sara goes crazy when her humans tell her they’re going swinging! Watch the video of Sara’s happy swinging moments … Read more
Prepare your tissues for this one, this video can make you cry! A Poodle has just been hit by a car in Los Angeles, and these two rescuers were off to rescue the poor thing. They found her sitting alone in the side of the road. The Poodle was homeless, but she was friendly. She even let her rescuer pet her. But what happened next made her rescuer cry. Watch the video and you’ll see just how sweet this homeless … Read more
People often say, “Stop and smell the roses!” But in this case, these pups have stopped to enjoy the snuggles! Tutu, Juju and Popsi are all laying in the yard on they backs cuddled up with one another. Soaking up some sun, snuggling your best friends… what could be better?! If you have more than one dog, do your dogs snuggle each other too? I love watching dogs cuddle each other, it’s so precious!!
At this year’s Association of Professional Dog Trainers (APDT) conference in Hartford, Connecticut, leading dog behaviorist Patricia McConnell, PhD, CAAB and author of the best-selling The Other End of The Leash, gave a talk on dogs and trauma – how dogs are helping people with PTSD and how we can help those heroic dogs. Since the APDT conference is just for dog trainers, we asked Dr. McConnell some questions about the exciting developments of using dogs as emotional support animals. I understand … Read more
It’s something we never think about – until it happens. Suddenly your dog is not breathing. Do you have any idea what to do? If you are certified for CPR for humans you may think, can I do the same thing to me dog safely? Who do I call? First Response As soon as you notice your dog is not breathing, do not move him. “If there is airway obstruction [you] can turn [your dog] upside down to dislodge the … Read more
As if you thought this song couldn’t make you any happier, now there’s a puppy & doggy version! YEP! We’re in love! We could watch this on repeat alllll day! How HAPPY does your dog make you! ♥
Over the last decade, feeding dogs a raw food diet has grown into a popular trend among pet owners seeking a more “natural” and nutrient-rich alternative to commercial kibble. Proponents of raw feeding argue that raw meat, organs, and bones mirror a dog’s ancestral diet and can lead to better digestion, shinier coats, and improved energy levels. However, veterinary experts and peer-reviewed research have increasingly warned of serious risks associated with this feeding approach. Here we’ll explore the pros and … Read more
Three pumpkins are standing suspiciously in the living room! What are these pumpkins doing here? These pumpkins cannot be trusted! These pumpkins are clearly a threat! Well no need to worry! This puppy is here to save the day! This cute little pup is doing everything he can to scare the pumpkins away! With his mighty bark he will scare off the pumpkins! LOL! Watch the adorable video below! Awwww…isn’t he cute? He’s barking with all his might to scare … Read more
Have you ever heard of a dog shrinking machine? Well it really exists! And we have a video that proves its existence! Check out the video below and you’ll see how it works! These two ladies are about to give it a try. Let’s see if the testing goes well! One bigger dog goes in…then voila! One small pup comes out! Watch the video and see for yourself! LOL! What a cute video! Hmmm…if somebody invents this machine, would you … Read more
This lady is carrying a Greyhound in her arms. At first, you might think this is just an ordinary video; you’d think it’s just a normal Greyhound. But wait till you see when she puts the dog down! You’ll see just how special this Greyhound is! Everyone, meet Dominick the Greyhound! After a tragic accident, Dominick was left with two right legs. But Dominick is a spirited dog who loves life and is determined to overcome life’s adversities! Awwww…he truly … Read more
I never get tired of watching puppies sleeping! They are just so cute and they do the most adorable things when they sleep! So if you love watching sleeping puppies, here’s a video you will absolutely enjoy! This 12-day-old Bulldog puppy is just super adorable! Just look at her twitching and stretching her legs while she’s laying on her back and enjoying an evening nap! I could almost smell that sweet puppy scent! This is just too cute for words!
Does your dog know every trick in the book? If so then it’s time to impress your friends and challenge your dog with this fun feat! Jessica Bell and her dog Cohen are known on YouTube for their extraordinary tricks, including this one that Jessica calls a “Foot Stall.” Before you start, however, Jessica warns that “it’s not exactly a trick for novices. There’s risk of injury for both dog and handler and requires quite a bit of strength and … Read more
Planning a birthday, anniversary, or holiday party? Whether it’s for you or a hundred of your closest friends, don’t exclude your best friend on four legs. While traditionally people saw dogs as the “nuisance” that needed to be removed during soirees, times have changed and dogs are being welcomed at the fanciest events – even the Oscars! But how do you make sure your party and your dog mesh well? Here are some tips and tricks to make your next event … Read more
We have seen a lot of different things come up over the last few years when it comes to our dogs and their reproductive organs. Everything from Neuticles, for male dogs that have been neutered but whose owners still want them to appear “intact,” to Zeuterin, a controversial, permanent sterilization injection. The need for something like Zeuterin is real – some dogs are not candidates for anesthesia without huge risks – including death – due to genetic or other health … Read more
Does your dog love to swim? Some dogs love to get in the water and go for swim, while some never want to go in it at all! But this dog is different. He loves the water, he goes into the pool, but he refuses to swim! He just stands there and watch the other dogs swimming around him! It makes me wonder why he doesn’t want to swim…Watch the video and tell us what you think! Hmmmm…maybe he doesn’t … Read more
I find it really amazing how dogs can sleep in such unusual positions! For us humans, we have to be in a comfortable position to be able to sleep. But for dogs, that’s not an issue! They can be in the most uncomfortable position and yet enjoy a good napping! Here’s a video that shows just that! Watch the video below and you’ll see a compilation of video clips of different dogs sleeping in funny and uncomfortable positions! They’re all … Read more
Everyone, meet Squidget! This poor little puppy was curled up next to the dumpster in a parking lot. They brought her to the shelter and examined her. The rescue driver said she was one of the smallest dogs he had ever seen. She only weighed 2.2 pounds! They vaccinated her and cleaned her up, and now she looks cuter than ever! She’s kinda shy but she’s sweet! Watch the video below and see how adorable she is! Awww…what a cute … Read more
This is the story of Luna. Luna was found in the streets of Mexico. At first it appears she has no family, but she actually does. She was clearly neglected and starving, and in desperate need of help. Fortunately, a kindhearted photographer named Tracey Buyce found Luna and rescued her, and the previous owner agreed to give Luna to Tracey. Watch the video below and see Luna’s amazing transformation! The Story of Luna Part I & II from Nuvue Cinema … Read more
Animal activism is on the rise, or so it would seem with the declarations from the general dog loving public. Canine enthusiasts denounce puppy mills and backyard breeders as more and more citizens opt to adopt from shelters and rescues. Breed discrimination is another hot topic. ‘Blame the owner, not the breed!’ How far does one have to go from becoming an enthusiast to activism? There are people who take a stand, attend protests, commit to a cause (or several … Read more
In case you didn’t think pets were amazing enough already, this video should to do the trick! BuzzFeed and AFV 25th Anniversary came together to show us a compilation of awesome pets who TALK like their hoomans. And I must say, I’m pretty impressed by all 24 pets that make an appearance! Get ready to giggle: IMPRESSIVE! My dogs “talk” but nothing like these awesome pets. So, we have to ask… can your pet do that? 🙂
Need a pick-me-up? This should do the trick and it won’t even take a minute of your time! Set to the perfect song, watch as these Dachshund puppies romp around the yard, happily playing and eating dandelions! This is the ultimate mood-booster and it’s insanely adorable too! If this doesn’t make you smile then I don’t know what will. Check out these cuties: Admit it, they improved your mood, didn’t they?! It’s nearly impossible NOT to smile while watching them! … Read more
Prospective clients approach dog trainers with certain expectations. The upside is that the client has put thought into what they want to get out of training. The downside is that occasionally their needs can’t possibly be met. Basic training is a clear, obtainable goal for everyone. As long as the pack leader is confident and consistent, any dog can learn manners. Behavior issues, unless there is an underlying medical condition, can be resolved with the right trainer and the right … Read more
Have you ever seen a dog tuck a baby to sleep? Well that’s exactly what this dog did to a three week old baby. Ashlie the dog was just adopted by the Whelan family. She was neglected by her previous owners. And now Ashlie is with a new loving family. When the family welcomed their newest member, a baby girl named Summer, they noticed Ashlie was acting very motherly to Summer. They caught Ashlie tucking Summer to sleep on video! … Read more
Don’t you just love how newborn puppies pile on top of each other. It’s like they were born to cuddle! If you love their cuddling cuteness, then here’s a video you’ll definitely enjoy! Watch this video and see a puppy comfort his sleeping sibling. One of them seems to be having a bad dream. When his sibling heard him, he came over to cuddle with his brother! It’s just so cute! Aren’t they sweet? Such cute little babies! <3
It’s a walking teddy bear!! Nope, sorry…it’s actually a cute Shih Tzu wearing the most adorable teddy bear costume! Meet Munchkin, the Shih Tzu! His human just made him the cutest teddy bear costume ever! Making the costume is quite simple really. Just buy a teddy bear that has a similar color to your dog and that fits your dog’s size. Cut the face off, cut the bottom of the feet off, and cut the back open. Take all the … Read more
Everyone, meet Mickey! Mickey is a Pomeranian puppy. But he was born smaller, even for a Pomeranian. He was only 2.2 ounces. He’s smaller than his siblings, but that doesn’t make any less beautiful. Mickey is a very rare wolf sable parti Pomeranian puppy. Watch his video below and see just how adorable this teeny tiny Pomeranian is! You’ll definitely fall in love with this cutie! Awww…Mickey is like a cute little ball of fluff!! Leave a comment for this … Read more
Anyone who’s lived with a door darter knows this is a maddening issue. The owner tenses up as soon as they hear the doorbell, which the dog senses. Trying to hold an over eager dog, or block a dog’s escape while opening the door, requires an aptitude in contortion most people just don’t possess. Once the escape artist charges outside, the elation of freedom quickly turns into a game of “catch me if you can!” Readers– breathe a bit easier. … Read more
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