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10 Dog Breeds That Are “Made In America”

Even though our country is young compared to most other countries, our Kennel Club and fellow dog fanciers are responsible for many of the breeds loved around the World. Here is a list showcasing 10 of these All-American Dogs. #1 – Boston Terrier True to his name, the Boston was developed in Boston, Massachusetts as a fighting dog. He is the cross of an English Bulldog and a white English Terrier. (www.akc.org)   Click page 2 below for the next … Read more

Why Does My Dog Always Pick Fights with Larger Dogs?

We’ve all seen it, and some of us have even laughed at the 6 pound dog lunging and barking at the 80 pound dog coming toward them. However, for the owners of the little dog it’s embarrassing, annoying, and can even be dangerous if that 80 pound dog takes the bait, since we all know what the outcome would be. While every dog is different, based on personality and environmental influences (experiences they have had, past training, etc.), there are … Read more

This Puppy’s “Leap of Faith” Will Make Your Heart Leap Out of Your Chest :)

We’ve got your daily dose of cuteness right here! Check out this puppy taking a leap of faith for his human! Everyone, meet Rocky, the adorable French Bulldog who’s about to take a leap of faith and jump into the arms of his human. It’s like these two are having a sort of “trust exercise”! At first, Rocky was hesitant to jump. But with a little encouragement, Rocky leaped and his human caught him! It’s just so cute!! He didn’t … Read more

4 Amazing Types of Dogs That Know How To Teach

When we get a dog, we naturally start thinking about what he can do for us – fetch the paper, find our slippers, carry a load, guide us through life, or even detect our sugar levels. In this haste to teach our dogs what we want them to know, we sometimes forget how much they can teach us. There are groups, however, that are using dogs to do just that – teach. Here are just a few stellar programs that … Read more

How Can I Make My Dog Stop Nipping?

This is one of the most common (and painful!) problems all dog owners face. Whether it’s a puppy, adult rescue, or a dog that has “gotten away with it” for most of his life, it is definitely a bad habit that should be addressed as quickly as possible. As with most things, the longer your dog has practiced the bad behavior, the longer it is going to take you to nip it in the bud. So have patience. If you … Read more

The New K9FITbone – Why Every Dog Should Have One

Just because your dog is not vying for a spot on the World Agility Team does not mean you should let them be a couch potato. The new K9FITbone™ is something every dog owner should own, and Krista Wickens, Owner/CEO of PetZen Products and President of Ball Dynamics International is going to tell you why. Why did you create the K9FITbone™? We created the K9FITbone™ because we wanted to develop a product that was fun, safe and easy for dog … Read more

Tiny Poodle Proves He’s The One In Charge. You’ve Gotta See This!

Never underestimate a small dog. Their size might not be as intimidating, but they know how to show authority even on dogs who are bigger than them. Small dogs have big personalities! And this video will prove that! Watch this tiny Poodle prove to these two big dogs that he’s the one in charge! Nap time is over when the Poodle says it’s over! So if the Poodle wants to play, these big dogs have to play too! Aren’t they … Read more

Dog goes skydiving with his owner, and absolutely loves it!

Have you ever seen a skydiving dog? Well I haven’t; not until now! I’ve never seen a daredevil dog who has the guts to skydive, so when I watched this video, I was on the edge my seat! No kidding! I was so nervous for the dog! Everyone, meet Riley, the daredevil dog who went skydiving with his human! I was so scared that Riley might fall! But Riley didn’t seem to mind, looks like he even loves it! Wasn’t … Read more

This Dog Wants A Specific Kind Of Treat – Wait Till You See What He Does When Offered Something Else

Just when I thought dogs will eat absolutely anything, here comes a Rottweiler who actually knows how to say NO! Meet Max the Rottie! At first Max wanted to try the shrimp. But I guess he changed his mind when he had a sniff of the shrimp. So he rejected the shrimp that his mommy tried to give to him. You can actually see him shake his head! No one can force Max to eat the shrimp! Watch the video … Read more

Thinking about Hydrotherapy for your Dog? Here’s What You Need to Know

Although hydrotherapy has been a treatment option for the last two decades, it has only been recently (the past five years or so), that it has dramatically increased in popularity. But, with most things that become trendy, there are many unscrupulous people out to make a quick buck on the unsuspecting public.  Unknowing owners can spend hundreds of dollars on treatment from someone who is not actually qualified, which may end up causing further harm to your dog. Jonathan S. … Read more

10 Breeds Whose Appearance Has Hardly Changed Over The Years

Dogs have been around for thousands of years, and when we look into a breed’s history we might be surprised to find that even that specific breed has an ancient history. While many breeds have changed drastically since their origination, others have hardly changed at all. Here’s a list of some breeds who look very much the same as they did in the beginning! #1 – Akita Inu   This large Japanese breed has maintained two bloodlines, the American and … Read more

Hands-Free Leashes: The Best Ones and How to Use Them Safely

If you saw our article on the top ways people get injured by their dogs, you will know that almost all of them involve the leash and several involve trying to hold the leash while doing something else – carrying items, texting, drinking coffee, etc. Hands-free leashes can help reduce the risk of injury, but they have to be used properly, and some styles are better than others, depending on your size and your dog’s size/temperament. Picking a Hands-Free Leash … Read more

The 15 Most Gentle Dog Breeds

If you’re looking for the ideal canine cuddly buddy, then consider a gentle dog breed for your family. Some dogs are built for tough work, with the cuddle life not such much for them. But other breeds are tender hearts from the get go, their genetics making them gentle dogs who want to cover you with kisses. From playful pups to gentle giants, this list of least aggressive dog breeds includes some of the most lovable hounds you’ll ever meet. … Read more

I Have No Idea How They Trained Their Dog To Do This. Watch & Be Amazed!

Dogs usually wag their tails and lick us to give us a greeting. But have you ever seen a puppy wave hello? Watch the video below and you’ll see the cutest Bulldog puppy lying down on the couch. Watch what he does when his humans say ‘Hi!’ to him! He waves to say hello! I wonder how they trained him to do this! It’s so adorable! I’d sure love to see my dog wave hello at me! He’s just so … Read more

Boxer Has The Funniest Reaction When He Encouters a Statue of Himself!

I gotta say, dogs are like natural comedians! They do hilarious things and they make us laugh! They are effortlessly funny! Just like this Boxer when he saw a statue of himself! I guess he thinks it’s a real dog! Looks like he also wants to play with it! He’s sort of taunting it, “Come on, play with me! Why are you just sitting there?!” He’s so cute and funny! LOL! What a cutie! Does your dog do the same … Read more

Firefighters Risk Their Lives To Rescue And Revive Dogs From A Burning House

I salute Firefighters who rescue pets and give them the same attention and care as they give to people. Watch the video below and you’ll see firefighters save two dogs from a burning house. You can see them carrying the dogs out of the house. The dogs are unconscious due to smoke inhalation. So the fireman and the owner of the dogs did everything they can to revive the two! Post by Will Vannelli. My highest respect to these people … Read more

He Lived Under a Dumpster for Months. But Now He’s Living The Good Life!

Hope for Paws received a call about a scared, abandoned dog living under a dumpster. He has been living there for 11 months. Fortunately, a good Samaritan helped him by giving him food and water every day while searching for help. It makes me wonder what happened to this poor thing and why he was so scared. Watch this rescue and see how this dog transformed from sad and scared to cheerful and happy! Awwww…just look at him smile! He’s … Read more

Baby Bulldog Creates “Ice Challenge” Of His Own!

While dumping a bucket of ice has proven to be beneficial lately, this bulldog has a different ice challenge in mind. It’s a simple concept, really. Rugby only needs a single ice cube, a hardwood floor and he’s good to go! The challenge? He needs to figure out what the heck this cold little thing is! His adorable reaction to the ice cube has me smiling. Have you ever given you dog an ice cube to play with? My dogs … Read more

Oh You Know, Just Another Guy Riding His Pit Bull On a Bike Around Town

Dogs love to go for a ride! They absolutely love feeling the wind on their faces! But this dog is going for a ride that not all dogs can experience! This dog is going for a bike ride around town…and not just the usual bike ride; his owner carries her on his back then goes for a bike ride around town! It’s unbelievable! I sure hope this dog won’t fall off! But nevertheless, they look adorable! And they’re definitely turning … Read more

Dog Plots a Way To Avoid Bath-time… But Does He Succeed?!

Some dogs just really don’t like bath-time! This cutie happens to be one of them. Being the bright boy that he is, he plotted and planned a way to avoid his bath. He even had friends jump in to help! But did he succeed?! Find out! 🙂 What does your dog do to avoid bath-time? My one dog hides behind furniture, while my other dog just jumps into the tub and is ready to go! ha ha!

Video Shows How Dogs React When They Find a Cat In Their Bed!

I love it when dogs and cats get along well together. It’s like they have a special friendship; well they become more like siblings actually. But with that comes sibling rivalry! Watch the video below and see some sibling rivalry when the cats steals the dogs’ beds! Watch these dogs’ reaction! They react in different ways, but all of them are adorable! Poor doggies! Don’t worry, you’ll get your beds back! Don’t you just love them?! How about you? Do … Read more

How To Choose the Correct Harness for Your Dog

While out walking an owner may experience their dog, pulling, gasping, gagging themselves. Loose leash walking with a flat collar seems to be an unobtainable goal. Friends, family, neighbors, strangers on the street all offer meaningful advice on how to handle the situation. Most of the advice may involve the purchase of a harness. Excellent idea, except, there are so many options to choose from, an owner may get overwhelmed. Go into any pet store whether a big box or … Read more

For Years Their Kids Have Been Asking for Puppy. Watch As The Surprise Arrives!

Every kid should have a dog. And all kids should also be taught how to respect and take care of animals. These two kids have been asking their parents for a puppy. Who wouldn’t want to have a puppy to play with anyway? Their parents finally gave in and decided to surprise them. So while the kids are doing their homework, dad placed a box in front of them! Watch the video and see how they react to the surprise! … Read more

Dog Answers Question “Who’s The Best Dog In The World” with Hilarious Grace!

I’m sure every dog parent talks his/her dog, right? But have you ever asked your dog a question and then your dog gives you an astounding response? Well this dog knows the answer to the most important question her human ever asked her, “Who’s the best dog in the world?” And of course, with a calm face, she raises her hand! Yup, she knows she’s the best dog in the world! Watch the adorable video below! Clap clap clap! Nice … Read more

10 Unique Ways to Remember a Dog Who Crossed The Rainbow Bridge

There is nothing like losing a pet. It’s heartbreaking. A void is left that can never be filled and sometimes it can be hard to get closure. Here are 10 ways you can keep the memory of your pet alive and help you heal. #1 – Print Jewelry Buddies® Keepsakes has mementos and pet memorial jewelry, many of which can be imprinted with the pet’s nose or paw print.  These can then be formed into charms engraved with the pet’s name … Read more

11 Centimeter Tall Puppy Is So Cute He Might Break The Internet!

We love puppies because of their tiny size and their playful nature. So here’s a puppy that will make you wanna hug your computer screen! Get ready for ultimate cuteness! This puppy is only 11 centimeters tall! That’s about 4 inches! The puppy’s name is Tyson, and he is believed to be Britain’s smallest dog! He weighs 11 ounces, and he is barely quarter of the size of his siblings! By the way, he is a Lhasa Apso and Chihuahua … Read more

CUTEST VIDEO EVER: Husky Is In Hound Heaven from This Belly Rub!

I love rubbing my dog’s belly! I love it even more when I know he’s enjoying it! Watch the video below and you’ll see a Husky puppy enjoying belly rubs! This puppy sure loves belly rubs! And I’m pretty sure the person who’s rubbing the puppy’s belly is enjoying it too! This is just so cute! If I see that puppy in front of me, I’d definitely rub his belly too! He’s just so irresistible! Awwww…too cute for words! So, … Read more

The Top 10 Toughest Dog Toys in the World

Most dogs love chewing, but some are heavier chewers than others. What lasts one dog years may only last another a few hours. Not only does heavy chewing destroy many toys quickly, it can also result in pieces breaking off that your dog can swallow. This can lead to gastrointestinal obstructions, which are typically very bad news! Remember that no toy is indestructible, and while these are our top picks for our most dedicated chewers, we highly recommend to never … Read more

This Beagle Is About To Get a Surprise Birthday Present He NEVER Saw Coming! Uh oh.

Do you celebrate your dog’s birthday? Does he get birthday presents too? Well the Beagle in the video below is about to get a surprise birthday present! He has no idea what it is! He’s probably expecting to get the usual treat; but not this time! This time he’s gonna get something even more special! Watch the video and you’ll see what his surprise birthday present is! Let’s see what’s inside the box! Awww…he gets a new best friend!! So … Read more

2 Dogs “Playing” Bluegrass Music is Just the Perfect Amount of Silliness For Today!

We have seen dogs with human hands eat dinner. And that was pretty hilarious! But have you seen dogs with human hands play Bluegrass music? Well here’s your chance! Meet Mrs. Molly and her loving husband, Smoke! Watch the video below and see this cute couple play Bluegrass music! That’s something I want to see on stage!! I hope these two will form a Bluegrass band! Watch and enjoy!! Now that’s entertainment! LOL! These guys are pretty good, don’t you … Read more

What To Expect As Your Dog Becomes a Senior

There is a magical time between the ages of 7 and 10, depending on the breed, that a dogs muzzle gets a bit grayer and they may move a little slower up the stairs. That fuzzy, green tennis ball isn’t as important as a warm, fluffy bed and the food they’ve eaten for years tends to disagree with their system. Some dogs become a little stiffer in the joints, or begin to pack on the pounds without a change in … Read more

When Is The Right Time To Let My Elderly Dog Go?

It is rare that an owner, when picking out a puppy from a litter or a companion from a shelter thinks about the choices available at the end of a dog’s life. How often does a new owner look at a frolicking, excited dog and realize that bundle of energy is going to get old and die? It’s too depressing to contemplate. Unfortunately the final stages of life creep up all too fast and an owner is faced with some … Read more

Goofball Lab Hysterically Chases Frisbee All Around Kitchen

Frisbee is a blast to play, especially when your dog joins in on the fun. But this goofy pooch wants to play frisbee so bad that he’s not even waiting until they are outside to play! So how do you play frisbee in doors? Well, utilize some hardwood floors and let your dog go to town! Watching this silly boy slip-slide around the kitchen will have you laughing in no time, especially with the music his hooman chose to go … Read more

Guard Dog In Training Notices a Suspicious Looking Dog Staring At Him In The Mirror!

How alert is your dog as a guard dog? Well this guard dog in training won’t let anything go by. Not even his own reflection! Watch the video below and you’ll see a dog looking at the mirror (probably for the very first time!). This dog sees his reflection and starts barking at himself. You can see there’s a Golden Retriever behind him who’s probably wiser than he is! I wonder what this Shepherd is thinking when he sees himself … Read more

Here’s What Happens When a Pit Bull Meets a Rooster!

What happens when a Pit Bull meets a Rooster? It’s gonna be a face off! Meet Sharky the Pit Bull and Mr. Rooster! Watch these two as go face to face with each other! Who do you think is the alpha male between these two? Well don’t worry, they’re not really gonna fight. Sharky the Pit Bull is a friendly one. Sharky is just playing. You’ll see him playing with the other animals too! I love how friendly and gentle … Read more

An Amazing Change Happens To This Boy After He Meets His Therapy Dog!

Caleb was in a car accident, a head-on collision. This resulted in a brain injury. Fortunately, Caleb survive the accident, but now he has to recover from the brain injury. Watch the video below and you’ll see a dog who is helping Caleb recover from the brain injury. The dog helps the child by motivating him, and engaging him. Every time Caleb sees the dog, he’s more alert; the dog helped him increase his awareness. You can see Caleb smile … Read more

Husky Puppies Battle of Rope Toy. OMG I’ve Died & Gone To Heaven!

Here’s something for your daily dose of puppy cuteness! Nothing makes me smile like puppies do! Watch these cute Husky puppies fight over a rope! There’s only one rope and they all want to play with it! So what do they do? They have a tug of war! Their cute little paws, their beautiful eyes, and their fluffy butts; it’s too much cuteness in one video! They’re just too cute for words!! Cuteness overload indeed! Don’t you just love them? … Read more

The Whole World Is Blown Away By the Sounds This Dog Makes When He Sees Another Dog!

I’ve heard a lot of dogs make funny noises. But I’ve never heard or seen one who sounds like a goat and a dolphin combined! You have to watch this Boston Terrier! Everyone, meet Bruce, the Boston Terrier who can make goat and dolphin sounds! When he sees other animals, he gets so excited! It seems like he’s holding his excitement in, and in doing that, he makes weird dolphin and goat-like noises! What a cute and funny doggy! Does … Read more

POWERFUL: They Rescued Her, and She Rescued Their 8 Year Old Son With Autism

When we rescue a dog, they rescue us in return. They give back more because they give us their all. That is exactly what happened to this family. Johnny is a kid with Autism. The family is struggling with his condition, and although he has had some dogs before, he never seem to connect with them. The family decided to rescue Xena, a puppy who was abused. And when Xena met Johnny, they instantly bonded! Watch the heartwarming video! This … Read more

Ok, Now I’ve Seen It All: Norman The Bike Riding Dog Will Blow Your Mind!

This dog will blow your mind! Norman is one awesome dog! He knows how to ride a bike! (with training wheels, of course!) Yep, that’s right! He can pedal just like humans do! And not just that, Norman is great with a scooter too! He’s even the Guinness world record holder as the fastest 30 meters on a scooter by a dog! Watch the video below and you’ll see Norman riding a bike! Way to go, Norman! Isn’t he amazing!? … Read more

Cute Puppy Is A Bit Confused… And It’s ADORABLE!

This puppy still has a lot to learn and that’s OK! But he’s still struggling with some things… like, wondering “what the heck is this weird thing that is running from me?!” Well, little buddy, it’s actually your leash! And YOU are causing it to “run” away! It’s all good though, you’ll learn soon enough. 🙂 In the mean time, have a blast running in circles! ♥

Abandoned & On The Brink Of Death, Rescued Dog Learns To Trust & Be Loved!

Hope for Paws has done it again. They received a call about an abandoned Pit bull at a remote location. When they got there, the Pit bull was inside a fenced government property. So they placed a cheeseburger outside of it so she will squeeze through the fence to get it. You can see in the video that she is so scared. It makes you wonder what she’s been through. After giving her some love and showing her that they … Read more

7 Year Old Boy Sings To His Sick Dog, & It’s The Most Beautiful Thing Ever!

Don’t you just love it when kids care for dogs so much? Kids should be taught to be kind to animals. Just like this little boy. He loves his dog so much, that when his dog got sick, he pets him gently and sings to him. It’s the sweetest and the most beautiful thing ever. It warms your heart to see this sweet child care for his dog. Kudos to the parents of this little boy for raising such a … Read more

Dog Waits for His Best Friend Who Is In Surgery. You Won’t Believe Who The Friend Is!

This is one of the most beautiful friendships I’ve ever seen. A male cheetah cub named Ruuxa, was diagnosed with a growth abnormality in his forelegs. Because of this, he has to undergo surgery. During his surgery, he was accompanied by a friend of his, a Rhodesian Ridgeback puppy, named Raina. After the surgery, Raina, sat by Ruuxa until he came out of his sedation. She was so concerned, she even licked him and nuzzled him. These two have been … Read more

Husky Puppy Faces Off Against The Stairs In This Adorable Showdown :)

How far will your dog go for food? Will he face his worst fears just to get to some treats? Take a look at the Husky puppy in the video below! He’s facing one of his fears— THE STAIRS! He’s on top of the stairs and his human is using yummy treats to help him face his fear and conquer the stairs!! Will this Husky puppy conquer his fear and learn how to go down the stairs? Watch and see … Read more

HEARTWARMING: Shelter Dog Does the Most Adorable “Happy Dance” After Being Rescued!

The Humane Society of the United States rescued 221 dogs and 2 cats from Gayla’s Poodle Palace of Sparta Tennessee. I’m sure the dogs and cats are happy to be rescued! But one particular Poodle really showed how ecstatic she was that she finally has the chance to have a new and better life! Watch the video below and you’ll see a Poodle do a happy dance! You go, doggy! Show them how happy and thankful you are! I’m glad … Read more

GONE VIRAL: Dog with 2 broken front legs learns to walk on hind legs!

The dog in the video below broke her two front legs. She jumped off a 6 feet deck which resulted to the loss of her front limbs. But never underestimate a small dog! This small dog is definitely a fighter because she overcame the obstacles! Using only her back legs, she learned how to walk! She is absolutely amazing! She even learned how to go through the door by hopping on the threshold! Weeee!! What an amazing little doggy! Isn’t … Read more

Dog Introduces His Girlfriend on Video and It’s SO Cute!

What was it like when you introduced your girlfriend/boyfriend to your parents? Well it’s no problem for these two because they are adorable! Watch this dog introduce his girlfriend to his parents! When his parents ask him ‘where’s your girlfriend?’, he puts his arm around his girlfriend! It’s so cute! I bet every dog parent would love this neat trick! It’s just simply adorable! Awwww…aren’t they a cute couple? Such a beautiful pair!

A 5 Week Old Puppy Just Learned to Howl. Here’s the Best 14 Seconds of Your Week!

Need a break from a stressful day? Here’s something adorable to make you smile! This 5 week old Husky puppy just learned how to howl! It’s the cutest thing ever! It’s so cute that this video even got almost 2.5 million views! You gotta watch it! It surely cheered me up! This pup is just too adorable! I just wanna hug him! Watch the video below! Cuteness overload! I hope the video was longer though!

Deaf Pitbull Finds Her Hero When’s She’s Adopted by Deaf Woman

Rosie the Pitbull is deaf. Because of this disability, it was hard for her to get adopted. So they taught her some sign language! She learned some basic commands like sit, down, and stay through sign language. After learning those commands, all she has to do now is wait for someone to adopt her. Then she finds someone who can totally relate to her condition and understand how she feels. Watch the heartwarming video below! These two have such a … Read more

Neither Of Them Can Speak, But Their Friendship is BEAUTIFUL!

The bond between a child and her dog is something that EVERY child should experience. The friendship between Charlotte and Zoe, the Basset Hound, is the perfect example! Neither of them can speak, but they still know how to communicate to one another. Their love is incredibly obvious! ♥ And this little girl’s laugh is contagious, even Zoe thinks so! You can’t help but smile at these two. We hope it brightened your day as much as it has brightened … Read more