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The 15 Smallest Dog Breeds in Existence

Did you know the smallest dog in existence only stands 4 inches tall? Her name is Milly and she’s the cutest little Chihuahua ever! Is your pup tiny like Milly? If so, you know the joys of raising a small dog. Every day is a close-to-the-floor adventure and though their bodies may be little, their hearts are gigantic! And aside from being just absolutely adorable, small dogs are great at being family companions and snuggle buddies. They’re easy to care … Read more

Have you ever seen a dog THIS worried? How precious!

I hate it when some people say dogs have no emotions. Dogs definitely have emotions. They are happy when they see us, and they worry about us too! Just like the dog in this video! The poor dog gets so upset and worried when his human goes underwater! You can see and hear how worried he is! When the guy dived in again, the dog couldn’t bear it anymore and had to jump in the pool to make sure he’s … Read more

That Moment When a Pit Bull Baby Falls In Love With a Human Baby! [GONE VIRAL]

Puppies and babies look so cute together! Just like these two! Meet Baby Eisleigh and Pitbull puppy Clyde! Watch the video below and see for yourself that this puppy absolutely loves his BFF! Looks to me that this puppy loves to cuddle too! I see a budding friendship here! I can tell that these two are gonna grow up together and form an unbreakable bond! This is one of the reasons why every kid needs a dog! They are just … Read more

7 Dog Food Companies Doing It Right

With all the recalls and reports of dogs getting sick or even dying because of their dog food, it is natural to be nervous when choosing a dog food brand. To help you narrow down safe choices, here are a few dog food companies that are doing everything they can to ensure their food is safe for your loved ones. #1 – Evanger’s This is a FAMILY RUN dog food company with their own cannery located in Illinois. The U.S. … Read more

Man Builds Amazing Chair That Saved His Dog’s Life! (Must See!)

As dog lovers, we would do anything for our dogs. They are our babies! So when this dog named Bella was diagnosed with Megaesophagus, her owner named John Yerty had to do something about it. Megaesophagus is a condition where the esophagus cannot contract in order to push the food down the stomach. The esophagus becomes enlarged, and the food is eventually pushed back, either regurgitated, or may enter the lungs. If nothing is done, the dog may die. So … Read more

The 10 Coolest NEW Dog Products of 2014

As we look forwarded into the end of the year, there are some amazing new dog products coming out just in time for fall getaways and holiday gift giving. Every one of these products is definitely worth checking out for yourself. #1 – Clickit Sport From SleepyPod® comes the Clickit Sport—this next generation three-point safety harness is light and easy to use, without sacrificing safety. In fact, their products are the only ones that are crash tested (they have doggy … Read more

When He Got Deployed, She Was Only a Puppy. Now He’s Back. Watch Their Reunion!

Don’t you just love it when you arrive home and you get that welcome home greeting from your dog? Well you need to watch this video of a dog greeting her daddy after 6 months of being apart! The dog’s name is Bugaboo, and she’s extremely happy that she wouldn’t stop hugging and kissing her daddy! You can even hear her cry with happiness! What a daddy’s girl! This is so adorable! You can see how truly special their bond … Read more

This Dog Just Got Back from The Vet. Just Watch How His Kitty Brother Reacts!

It’s really cute when cats and dogs get along well together. And it’s even more adorable when you see how much they love and care for each other! Just like Winston and Zeke! Zeke, the puppy, just got home from the vet. Winston, the kitty, saw that his puppy brother was not feeling well. In fact, Winston waited all day for Zeke to come home. So once Zeke got home, Winston gave him some TLC by cuddling with him, licking … Read more

Grandpa Doesn’t Know He’s About to Get a Puppy. His Reaction Put Tears All Over My Keyboard!

It’s Grandpa’s birthday and the family gave him a surprise birthday gift. The gift is wrapped in a cute lil box and everyone is watching with excitement as Gramps opens the box. At first, his reaction is funny, but when he realized what the gift was, he was overwhelmed with happiness! Watch the video and see how Grandpa loves his gift! Who wouldn’t love that kind of gift anyway? I would be overjoyed too if I get that cutie as … Read more

How To Start a Dog Related Business

Pets are a booming $55 billion a year and growing industry. Just hearing the number is enough to make anyone rush out and open a pet store. But while the industry is growing in all faucets, there are thousands of start-ups that fail because people had a dream but not the know-how. Shawna Schuh, Host and Founder of Pet Industry TV and President of Women in the Pet Industry, has some great tips for those looking to get started in … Read more

So a Dog Just Ran Unto a Baseball Field and Did The Craziest Thing!

Dogs are hilarious! We all know that! What I love the most is when dogs do funny expected things. Just like this dog! At first you think it’s just an ordinary game of softball! But then here comes a dog that makes the game more interesting! A dog came out of nowhere and ran around the field! I thought he was gonna catch the ball, but no; he goes ahead and takes off the gloves from the girls’ hands! He’s … Read more

BUCKET LIST: 10 Dog Friendly Places You MUST Visit

Do you have a bucket list of places to visit with your dog? These 10 destinations should definitely be on it: when it comes to welcoming four-legged travelers, they are the cream of the crop. #1 – Colorado This entire state is brimming with fido-friendly places to stay and play. Colorado Springs, Telluride (awarded National Geographic’s “The Dog Lovers Guide to Travel” Paw of Approval), and Salida, to name a few, have many places to stay with activities ranging from … Read more

The Genius of Dogs Summed Up in One Adorable Video!

Dogs are very smart! And this is another video that proves that! Lucy just had surgery and she has to wear a cone so she would not rip out her stitches. This is the first time that Lucy has to climb the stairs without assistance. Lucy is having difficulty climbing the stairs the normal way because her cone gets in the way! Watch the video and see how Lucy conquers the stairs! I must say, Lucy is one clever dog! … Read more

Does Your Dog Have Irritable Bowel Syndrome Or Inflammatory Bowel Disease?

Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) and Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) are quite common in humans, but can also affect dogs. If your pup frequently has trouble going to the bathroom or has constant diarrhea, she may have IBS or IBD. Here’s what you need to know: What is IBD? Is it different from IBS? Like the human version, canine IBD is a gastrointestinal disorder where the intestine is consistently inflamed for long periods of time. According to the American Kennel Club … Read more

Husky Meets Her Newborn Human Sister & Is Beside Herself Excited!

It’s really adorable when a dog meets a baby for the first time. And this Husky is in for surprise! She’s about to meet the new member of the family. The Husky named Piper, has no idea about the new member of the pack. But when they get to the house, it seems like she knew something is different! Watch the video and see how Piper will react when she finally sees her newborn human sister! I gotta tell you, … Read more

People Don’t Believe Us When We Describe How Our Dogs Sleep. So We Filmed It.

Dogs look so cute when they cuddle. Well this video is three times the cuteness!! We all know dogs sometimes sleep in unusual and funny positions. These three Bull Terriers have their own thing when it comes to cuddling. They want to sleep on each other; forming sort of like a doggy tower! I just love these dogs, and I love how they want to be close to each other! It’s cuteness in all three levels! Watch the video and … Read more

How To Make Your Dog Stop Jumping On People

Does your puppy or dog jump “maul” you when you come home? Can you not get through the door without him clobbering you with love and attention? What about when you are holding a piece of food? Does he perform dolphin-like leaps to get that morsel from your hand? Even worse, does he do this when he meets a stranger on the street or a guest in your house? While his intentions may be (mostly) good, this type of jumping … Read more

The Secret To Keeping Your Dog From Pulling On The Leash

Are you tired of your dog walking you? Wondering why none of the methods you have tried have worked? As a dog trainer, I have found that leash-pulling tops the list when I ask my clients what they would like to work on with their dog. And no wonder! It’s not only frustrating and exhausting to be pulled for an entire walk, it’s also dangerous. A dog that pulls on a leash can: Pull their owner over Trip them Get … Read more

If You Can Make It Through This 52 Second Video Without Smiling, You’re Not Human!

Are you having a bad day? Here’s something guaranteed to make you smile! The baby is having a bath and there are toys inside the tub. The baby knows that the dog wants to get the toy in the tub, so he teases the dog with the toy and laughs hysterically when the dog jumps to try and get it! It’s absolutely adorable! The jumping doggy and the cute laughing baby will surely brighten up your day! Admit it! You … Read more

Pit Bull & Chicks Go Swimming Together. This Is So Cute It’ll Break The Internet!

This Pitbull is a Chick Magnet! Yup, he definitely is. His name is Sharky, and he’s chilling in the pool. Then some chicks came floating nearby. I’m guessing these chicks are scared of the water and just want to get to dry land! So what do they do? They fly to Sharky! Sharky is so sweet and gentle that he lets these cute little chicks use him as a bridge! Will these chicks ever get to dry land? Watch the … Read more

When They Put Their Dog in the Wedding, They Probably Didn’t Expect Him To Do This!

Do you want to include your dog in your wedding? Well, you better prepare for the unexpected, especially when your dog is a lil goofy! Just like this dog named Jethro! Jethro is the ring bearer at his mommy’s wedding! Jethro stole the show as he showed everyone how goofy he is! Everyone is posing for the photo but Jethro’s not having it. Jethro says, “This is how I roll! Sorry mom. The spotlight’s on me today!” Jethro gave me … Read more

This Is Beyond Words. 4 Year Old Sings His Blind Elderly Dog To Sleep!

! Do you sing your dog to sleep? Well this 4-year-old does and it’s the most adorable thing ever! The dog’s name is Toby. Toby is 14 years old and he is blind. This beautiful sweet child named Alex, is singing him a lullaby. Watch the video and listen to Alex sing Twinkle Twinkle Little Star and You are my Sunshine! I love it when kids show how much they care for their dogs! Such a sweet and lovely video! … Read more

Pit Bull Viciously CUDDLES Cat & Chicks!

What else would he do with them?! Although his name may indicate otherwise, Sharky is quite the sweetheart. He and Max-Arthur are having a blast hanging out with these cute little chicks. So next time someone tells you that Pit Bulls are terrible and vicious, show them this video. Not only are Pit Bulls loving creatures, but this one has a cat for a best friend!!

This Great Dane & Chihuahua Have The Most Adorable Nighttime Cuddle Routine!

It’s just simply adorable when a huge dog and a tiny tiny dog get along so well together. Just like these two! This cute lil Chihuahua is ready for bed time. And she has a soft and warm dog bed; literally a “Dog” bed! The Great Dane lets her tiny sister sleep on her! What a gentle giant! These two look so adorable together, don’t they? It’s one of the cutest night time cuddle routines I’ve ever seen!   Awwww…aren’t … Read more

VIDEO: I Walked Out of the Room for a Minute. Here’s What I Found My Pit Bull Doing!

I hate it when people say Pitbulls are vicious! Pitbulls are just like any other dog breed! Here’s another Pitbull who proved everyone how gentle they can be! This is what happens when you leave a Pitbull in a room with a sleeping baby. Check out this video, and see for yourself how sweet and gentle this Pitbull is while sleeping beside the baby! It’s one of the sweetest thing I’ve ever seen! I just love them both!! This definitely … Read more

How To Make Moving Stress-Free for Your Dog

Moving can be fun and exciting for us, but for a dog it can mean stress and anxiety. Their routine gets changed, they are moved to a new location possibly without all the family members present, things don’t look, sound, smell familiar, and sometimes they don’t even have familiar toys or beds. All of this can put stress on your dog- and stress means health issues including diarrhea, vomiting, loss of appetite, etc. The following tips will help make sure … Read more

Summer Hiking with Your Dog – Safety Tips You NEED to Know

One of the best parts of the summer is taking a hike with your dog. However fun can quickly turn into tragedy if you are not smart about your hiking trips. It’s easy to want to just get up and go, but taking a few moments to plan and make sure you have the right items with you can mean the difference between life and death should something go wrong. What to Bring Before dashing off, take a minute to … Read more

VIDEO: Compassionate Rescue Owner Proves Love Is Blind. This Will Move You Deeply!

They say Love is Blind. However, I think Love is not blind; it sees but it doesn’t mind. Just like this dog lover who rescued this poor, deformed dog in the street. The guy named the dog Lucky. And I think they are both Lucky to have found each other. Because of Lucky’s condition, she needs a lot of care and attention. I admire the guy who took the time and effort to take care of this poor dog. After … Read more

This Is Just About The Weirdest Thing I’ve Ever Seen a Dog Do!

This video is taking YouTube by storm! In only 2 days, it’s already garnered over 3 million views. Stella has a very odd saying of “stopping herself” after running. See for yourself. I almost fell off my chair! Jody Hartman, who posted the video, assures us that “Stella is a perfectly healthy yellow lab, and only does this to cool down on the grass after she’s been fetching and playing for a while.” Does your dog have any odd habits … Read more

Why Does My Dog Whine and How Can I Make it Stop?

Although barking is usually the most common complaint owners (or neighbors) have, a whining dog can be just as trying on one’s patience. But, just like with barking, before you can work on getting your dog to stop whining, you have to understand why he is making the noise. Then, you can work on ways to make it stop. Things to ask yourself about your dog’s whining is: Does he do it all the time? Is this the first time … Read more

Why Do We Walk Our Dogs On the Left? And Other Traditions Explained

Have you ever stopped to wonder why we do certain things when it comes to our dogs? For example, why is the traditional heel take place on the left instead of the right? Without traveling back in time, it’s hard to know for certain, but here are some possible answers to some of our doggy traditions and myths. Why Do We Walk Our Dogs on the Left? There are probably a few reasons why the structured heel used in obedience … Read more

Facebook Just Saved A Dog’s Life. Try To Guess What The Scumbag Owner Did!

Leaving a dog in a car on a hot day is a major NO-NO! A dog was left inside a hot car (the window just a bit open) on a very hot day. And what was the owner doing? Enjoying and cooling himself off in the waterpark! Good thing a concerned citizen was able to notice this poor lab panting inside the car! It’s amazing how a lot of people came to the dog’s rescue! If you were the one … Read more

Man Keeps Promise To Dying Dog That He’ll Save Her Terrified Puppies

What kind of people would dump their pregnant dog? Some people can be so heartless! This is a sad story of a mother dog who died, leaving 3 puppies behind. Thankfully, a man came to rescue them. Even in her death, the mother dog was able to help save her pups. I’m glad the puppies are finally safe. God bless this man for keeping his promise to save the puppies!   My heart broke and I burst into tears when … Read more

What Does Your Dog’s Breed Say About Your Personality?

How did you choose your dog? Or did you dog choose you? 🙂 A lot of people say that their dogs personalities are similar to or complement the owners personality. Is that true for you? What about looks? Do you look alike? (ie. Dog with long ears = owner with long hair!) It’s fun to think about, check it out and see if your dogs personality (or physical characteristics) matches yours!

How To Know If Your Dog’s Toys Are Safe

Dogs need toys. It’s really that simple. Just look at your pup’s eyes when you pull out his favorite ball or stuffed teddy bear. Could you imagine not ever giving him any sort of gift? The days of simple tennis balls are over – there are just about as many dog toys are there are kid toys these days! There are aisles and aisles of different toys to choose from, and each dog has his or her own favorites (although … Read more

VIRAL ALERT: Pit Bull Nearly Licks Baby To Death. This is Viciously Cute! :)

This cute little baby is about to get a bath…. but not the kind you’re thinking of! The families pit bull LOVES giving kisses, and is just about to go crazy. What a loving, adorable family, don’t you think! This video is making its rounds on the internet round now, and we’re thrilled to see pit bulls getting “good” press.

10 Tiny Dog Breeds with BIG Personalities

We all know good things come in small packages, and these little dogs are no exception. These breeds are out to prove that little dogs will rule the world someday. #1 -Chihuahua Perhaps the ultimate little dog, the Chihuahua has a larger-than life personality and a definite Napoleon complex. With a very expressive face, the Chihuahua will let you know what he is thinking. If he is giving you “the look” – watch out – you do not want to … Read more

How an Adorable Inbred Dachshund Is Raising Money for Animal Rescue!

My name is Katie Rudolph and I am Gussie’s human! We rescued him from the Escambia County Animal Shelter when he was about 5 months old. He was pulled from a breeding mill that had been shut down in Century (a VERY rural area in NW Florida.) He has been my little companion for the past 8 years. Since he is so inbred, we have had our health battles with him but it has been nothing that lots of love … Read more

His Car Was Stolen with His Dog INSIDE! But What The Community Did Next Rocked My World!

It happened in seconds! While moving across country, Michael Buckley made a quick stop to ask for directions. To his absolute horror, he returned to find his car stolen. But that wasn’t the worst part, his best friend and dog Tazzie was inside! What happened next absolutely blew me away! Watch how the local community reacted (who didn’t even know Michael!) It’s stories like this that restore my faith in man-“kind”! How would you have reacted in this situation?

A Pomeranian Heard a Wolf Cry On The Internet & The Cutest Thing Happened!

This video isn’t new by any means, but it’s a classic! First posted on YouTube back in 2009, it’s already amassed nearly 9 million views! It all starts with hearing an audio clip of a wolf cry on the internet. At first, this pup is afraid. Then curious. And then, well we’ll let you see for yourself. But brace yourself for the cuteness that starts at 0:32!!! How does your dog react to animals on your computer or TV screen? … Read more

So a Puppy Met a Herd of Cows… and It’s The Cutest Thing Ever!

What happens when a 6 month old boxer sees cows for the first time? Well, she runs over to investigate, of course! Watching their body language with each other is just fascinating! It seems like some of the cows are even a little afriad of this curious pup. I love when the puppy crouches down and invites all the cows in for a “sniff”. Completely adorable! Have your dogs ever met farm animals? How did they react? If you’d like … Read more

Why Do Small Dog Breeds Live Longer?

It’s common knowledge that toy poodles can easily live to be 20, while Great Danes are luckily to see 8 or 9. But the question is, why? It makes owning these gentle giants so difficult, knowing that while all dogs’ lives are too short, theirs are way too short. Dr. Denise Petryk, DVM, Trupanion’s Director of Veterinary Services was invited to attend a recent meeting of the Canine Longevity Consortium (CLC), a group created to better understand the biology of … Read more

Why Is My Dog So Picky About Where To Poop?

Ah, the age-old question. Every dog owner certainly wonders at least once. Why is it that dogs are so picky about where they poop? It seems as though Fido must sniff every single blade of grass, circle a certain number of times, triple check, and maybe make a decision. What seems like it should take a few minutes can go into the double digits, and it’s always when the humans are on a time schedule! So what gives? While there’s … Read more

9 Dogs You Won’t Believe Actually Exist!

These dogs are INCREDIBLE. This is one of those “you’ve got to see it to believe it” videos, because if someone honestly told me there was a dog capable of making you breakfast, I’d never believe it! And if you think a dog making breakfast is impressive (because, I mean IT IS!) Wait until you see the other dogs who are equally AWESOME.

The 10 Most Misunderstood Dog Breeds

Dangerous. Aggressive. Killer. A threat to society. Unsafe. These are just some of the adjectives the dogs on this list have been called at some point in their history. But the truth is these breeds are loving, loyal dogs that have been given a rap due to bad owners. My mom grew up in a world where heelers were the “distrusted” breed. She said her neighbor in Alaska bred them and used to hit the puppies to make them mean. … Read more

The Origins of “Working Like a Dog” and Other Sayings

It is quite amazing how many sayings we have that involve dogs, but where did they come from? It makes sense that we would reference them in our vernacular considering how close we are to them, but surprisingly, they are not always referenced in a good light. Working like a Dog Simply put, this means to work extremely hard. Farm dogs work from sun-up to sun down, so they saying maybe referencing these hard working canines. However, day labor “grunt” … Read more

Adorable 12 Week Pup Playfully Biting His Own Feet!

When you’re a puppy, EVERYTHING can be used as a toy… and we mean everything! This cutie is hanging out on his back, playfully nibbling on his own toes and tail!! What’s even better is how vocal is he! I think my heart just melted. WARNING: If you have a strong desire to adopt a dog, this video will surely put you over the edge. You MAY just end up adopting one immediately after watching this!