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10 Things You Must Know If You Have a Senior Dog

The needs of your dog will change as he grows older, just like things change for you. As their bodies slow down, they will become less active, sleep more, and have different dietary needs. While the age a dog is considered a senior differs from each breed and individual, the term typically refers to dogs between 7-10 years old. Because dogs may need some extra attention and care as they grow older, we’ve compiled some tips for helping you keep … Read more

8 Questions Everyone Should Ask Their Vet

It’s easy to think of all the questions you want to ask a vet – until you actually walk into the exam room. Then, for some reason, our minds’ fails us and we walk out having not asked one question. Heidi Ganahl, CEO and Founder of Camp Bow Wow, the nation’s largest pet care franchise, has created a series of important questions to ask during a visit to the vet, so you won’t forget! Simply print this list out and … Read more

Adorable Dog’s Birth Defect Made Him Into A Real Life TOY Dog!

Who knew dog’s could have such an adorable birth defect? He looks like a real life TOY dog!! This sweetie was born extra tiny and looks like a puppy, even though he’s an adult now. (He was appropriately named Toy Dog!) He also has stiff legs that cause him to walk differently… and by differently we mean PRECIOUSLY! We’re glad this little one is healthy and happy, in spite of his challenges. Now can I snatch him up and snuggle … Read more

You’re Not Going To Believe How This Dog & Child Play Together!

Every kid should have a dog! Don’t you agree? (Provided that they are taught how to respect dogs, that is.) When dogs and kids become friends, they get along so well together! They have all kinds of fun! Check out the video below and you’ll see a dog and a kid having fun driving…errr…strolling around? The Belgian Malinois named Eteo, is trained by Protection Dogs Plus. He’s for personal protection and a kid-friendly companion! The kid has a playmate and … Read more

Milk Bone Jenga! This Dog’s Skills Will Blow Your Mind!

This dog has clearly played (and probably WON) many games of Jenga. Heck, With skills like those he may have even invented the game! Rather than stick to the basic Jenga game (that’s too easy, duh) he steps it up a notch and lays on his back, while balancing milk bones in his mouth. His dad then builds the tower from there! Not only are his balancing skills on point, but talk about some serious patience and self-restraint! Bravo, cutie!!! … Read more

Pedestrian Claims Dog Cleverly Tricked Him Into Playing Fetch

I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, dogs are intelligent creatures! They are smart in a lot of ways! And they can be very clever too! The dog in the video below has somehow tricked a human to play fetch with him. The human thought the dog’s ball fell out of the fence. So he picked it up and threw it inside. But when he did that, the dog ran to the ball, fetched it, and threw it … Read more

How To Find the Perfect Dog Groomer

Whether bath time has become a nightmare or your puppy is beginning to grow into their breed standard coat, it’s time to start shopping around for a groomer. What does one look for in a groomer? Everyone has their own preferences, but most owners can agree on a few common ideas that need to be in place before Fluffy is left alone in a salon. It isn’t required to bring the dog on the first visit; this is more for … Read more

Puppy Tries To Look Tough, But Has To Take a Break for The Hiccups!

I love it when puppies try to act so tough. They try their very best to look mean but they just end up looking cuter! Take a look at the video below and you’ll find a puppy trying to look tough. What makes him cuter is that he’s trying to look tough despite the fact that he has hiccups! He even has one floppy ear and it’s super adorable! And look at his eyes, just heart-melting! All I can say … Read more

The 10 Most Talkative Dog Breeds

While the dogs on this list may not have the loudest bark, they tend to be the nosiest. These are the breeds that would be at the salon gossiping all day. #1 – Beagle Not only does the beagle like to make noise, it is quite a unique sound too. Their “bay” can really drive you crazy, so proper training is a must. #2 – Shetland Sheepdog Known as the nosiest herding breed, an untrained Sheltie seems to bark almost … Read more

Man Attacked by Swarm of Adorable Pug Puppies! :)

The only thing cuter than a puppy is a swarm of puppies! Have you ever been attacked by puppies? It’s the best experience ever! Watch the video below and you’ll see a man attacked by a swarm of adorable pug puppies! When they see him, they immediately rush to him! And when he’s down, they attacked him with loads of kisses! I’m so jealous! I’d love to be attacked by cute pug puppies too!! Death by puppy attack…that’s a really … Read more

How To Know If You Are Ready For A Second Dog

You often hear people saying they want to get a second dog because “we think our other dog is lonely,” “the kids want a puppy,” “our other dog is old and we want to get a younger dog,” and a host of other reasons. Most of the time, however, these reasons stem from what the people in the house are feeling or thinking. It’s definitely an emotional decision, especially if part of the reason is because your current dog is … Read more

No One On Earth Wanted This “Old” Shelter Dog. Until This Hero Showed Up!

We can find friends in the most unexpected places, and in the most unexpected circumstances. This guy found his best friend at a shelter. The dog was homeless, elderly, and misunderstood. But that didn’t stop him. Their friendship changed both their lives for the better. He gave the dog a home, his love, and his friendship. And in return, the dog gave him her all. Watch their video below… That was beautiful. Such a beautiful friendship! I can see and … Read more

Most Dogs Get Excited for Walks, But This Pup Takes It To a Whole New Level!

Dogs are funny when they get excited. They get so hyperactive and jumpy when they’re excited about something! The Bull Terrier in the video below got very sick and he ended in the emergency hospital. You can tell that he’s so excited to get home because when they got to the front door, he just couldn’t help himself but spin around like crazy! Watch what happens when his human finally opens the door!! Whoa! Look out for that wall, sweetie! … Read more

DIY Fall Dog Treats: Homemade Apple Dog Donuts

It’s that time of year when you crave donuts and spiced cider. I was making donuts for the two-legged members of the household because due to allergies buying them is not an option. I found an amazing recipe from Nicole at Gluten Free on a Shoestring (you really must try them, even if you don’t have allergies!) and I modified it for the four-legged members of the house. Make them both and you and your dog’s can share a special treat … Read more

Watch this Dog Infiltrate the Kitchen with His Secret Agent Skills!

Other dogs might think that reaching the top of the kitchen counter is Mission Impossible! But not this dog! No need to hire Tom Cruise for that job, cos this dog has some cool secret agent skills! I’m guessing the dog’s owner is trying to find out how his dog got up on the kitchen counter, so he set up a camera to record everything! Watch the video below and see how this dog infiltrates the kitchen! Wow! He opens … Read more

This Guy Surprised His Girlfriend with a Marriage Proposal Delivered by Puppies!

This guy wanted to surprise his girlfriend with a unique marriage proposal. He knows his girlfriend just loves puppies and goes crazy whenever she sees one. So he thought, why not let puppies deliver the marriage proposal? He took the time and the effort to plan everything! He even did the arts and crafts himself! With the help of some friends, he staged everything. Watch the video and see what happens! Awww…Who could ever say NO to puppies? What do … Read more

What Are The Essential Exams for Your Dog? A Vet Shares

Money is tight and bills are getting higher not lower. You want to give your dog the right care, but you have to be mindful of your budge too. Denise Petryk, DVM, Director of Veterinary Services at Trupanion provided answers to our questions about what healthcare is essential that your dog have, regardless of your budget. What are the “Essential Exams”? Wellness exams are a perfect opportunity to talk to your veterinarian about any questions you may have, keep your … Read more

When This Toddler Fell Into The Pool, His Dog Immediately Jumped Into Action

Dogs are truly amazing. Another dog has made it to the news when he rescued a toddler from drowning. A 14-month-old toddler named Stanley, fell into a backyard pool. Fortunately, the family’s black Labrador, Bear, was there to the rescue. He kept the toddler’s head above water until help arrived. Bear was holding Stanley up, balancing him on his back. If it wasn’t for Bear, Stanley would’ve died. Watch the video below! Bear is definitely a hero! He deserves a … Read more

Giant St. Bernard Is Obsessed With The Newest Member of The Family

Is your dog friendly with cats? Some dogs love to chase them, but this gentle giant is just simply fascinated. Bella is a sweet St. Bernard who just met the newest member of the family. The new addition is a playful little kitty. Bella is so fascinated by the kitten that she just kept staring at it. I bet she wants to play with the kitty! Watch the adorable video below! Aren’t they just adorable? Bella is such a sweet … Read more

Here’s What Happens When You Setup a Dog Kissing Booth At The State Fair!

This is a truly precious idea! Ball State University’s Journalism department teamed up with Helping Paws at the Indiana State Fair to take part in possibly the world’s CUTEST kissing booth! What better than to get kisses from eligible adoptable doggies?! ♥ It’s genius! So tell me, would you get in line for some smooches? 🙂

The Top 10 Dog Names of 2014

Trying to think of a name for your newest family member? Doggyloot.com compiled their database of over 100,000 registered dogs to give us the Top Dog Names of 2014. Choose one of these, or avoid them for something unique. #1 – Bella We are not sure if this because Twilight is still very popular, or people just like the name, but Bella has been on top when it comes to dog names for a few years now. Meaning “beautiful” in … Read more

Astonishing: You’re about to see a dog covered in tar come back to life before your eyes!

In India, a dog fell in a pool of hot tar. His entire body was covered in tar and he became rock-solid. The poor thing couldn’t move! Luckily, someone saw this poor dog and called for help. The kind people who helped save the dog spent hours massaging his body with vegetable oil! Watch the video below and see the amazing rescue of this poor dog! That was a lot of tar to remove! I’m so glad that these people … Read more

A Real Life Dog Named “Roadrunner” Was Attacked by a Coyote. But Guess Who Always Wins? :)

Meet Roadrunner, a sweet and tiny dog who was attacked by a Coyote. His chances of survival was very slim. He had broken ribs and a punctured lung. Roadrunner survived the surgery, but his life was still in danger. During his recovery, he had bandages wrapped around his body; removing them could kill him. Watch the video below to see the story of Roadrunner’s survival! It’s a miracle! Roadrunner is a survivor! Little by little Roadrunner is learning to love … Read more

The 10 Hottest Dog Halloween Costume Trends of 2014

Trying to decide what your dog should be for Halloween? Erin Breig, owner of Rubie’s Pet Shop Boutique and Lauren Darr, Founder of the International Association of Pet Fashion Professionals provided us with the top trends in doggy Halloween fashion to help you decide. What’s your pet going to be? Tell us in the comments! #1 – Tutus Brieg says tutus are HUGE. Sometimes they even more than costumes. Since many people like to create their own costumes, tutus can … Read more

How to Choose the Perfect Dog Bed

There are hundreds of choices when it comes to dog beds – price, size, cover material, filling, color, shape, etc. So where do you start when you are trying to decide which dog bed is right for your pet? The first rule is – don’t just think about color. It’s hard to not want to buy something simply because we like the color or it matches our décor. However, color should really be the last thing on your list. What … Read more

Quite Honestly, They Never Expected Their Dog To React LIke This To a Bag of Marbles! :)

I’ve probably said this a dozen times, but dog are natural comedians! It’s pretty obvious! Everyone who has a dog would agree! Take a look at the video below and you’ll see another canine comedian in action! He just saw a bag of marbles and he’s going crazy over it! It’s funny how he moves his head; it’s like he’s headbanging and listening to heavy metal! He’s such a cute clown! What a funny puppy! Has your dog ever done … Read more

They Looked Out Their Window and Couldn’t Believe What Their Dog Was Doing!

I love it when dogs play with other animals. I just adore how gentle they are. Watch the video below and you’ll see a friendly Coon dog playing with a friendly Raccoon! The dog’s name is Rock and the Raccoon’s name is Ringo! These two seem to love each other very much! They obviously love each other’s company and they enjoy playing with each other! They both accept one another and with that, they formed a beautiful friendship! Aren’t they … Read more

3 Steps That Can Prevent Your Pup from Being Kidnapped

With the wide reach of the internet, pet flipping has reached new and dangerous heights. High priced breeds, such as English Bulldogs, are being snatched from the safety of their homes and sold for big money by unscrupulous people. The thieves not only get away with dog napping and extortion, but a family mourns the loss of their beloved pet. It isn’t just high priced breeds who are targeted; any adorable, friendly dog can fetch a couple hundred dollar “adoption … Read more

Ginormous St. Bernard Takes Owner Captive & Smothers Him With Hugs & Kisses!

After a long day apart, even big dogs can be a bit needy! They can’t help it, they just really love you! ♥ Sully the Saint Bernard shows that being needy isn’t just for the small dog breeds. When his daddy gets home for work, Sully pins him down and lays onto of him, forcing dad to give him hugs! It’s too precious!! Is your dog big and needy too? Tell us about him below!!

Top 10 Dog-Inspired Costumes for Humans

Want to dress as your best friend this Halloween? We have 10 cute, funny, and classic costumes sure to fit anyone’s taste and budget. #1 – Scooby Doo You can’t have Halloween without the mystery hound! Whether you are a kid or an adult, everyone will love this costume. (Costume pictured is $60.22 at Costume Craze) #2 – Mr. Peabody Have a dog-crazy kid? This costume is just too cute and will be popular due to the movie that came … Read more

How to Teach your Dog to Blow Bubbles (It’s Easier Than You Think!)

While you may be thinking, there is no way on Earth I could ever teach my dog to do something like this (how do you teach them to exhale?) You are going to be surprised at how EASY it is! I recently noticed that my youngest sheltie will stick his nose in the water bucket after herding and blow bubbles! It really is super cute, and I am guessing he is doing it because he is hot or to get … Read more

Secrets to Getting Your Dog’s Attention

Are you tired of feeling like your dog is the only one who doesn’t act like his world revolves around his owner? Does it feel like your dog is the only one at the dog park that never comes? Or maybe she’s the last to respond to your cue in obedience class? When this happens, it’s easy to feel like you are in a one-sided relationship, you might even start complaining to your friend’s about he never gives you attention … Read more

Approximately 300 Dogs Rescued from This North Carolina Puppy Mill.

This is a heart-wrenching video of a puppy mill rescue in North Carolina by the Human Society of the United States. Approximately 300 dogs were rescued from this puppy mill. The faces of these poor dogs and their puppies will make you cry. This puppy mill have been breeding dogs and they are placed in a terrible, horrible environment. You can see in their faces that they really want to get out of that horrible place! Related: Best Pet Insurance … Read more

Top 5 Benefits to Walking Your Dog

For National Walk Your Dog Week (October 1-7), Pet360 surveyed more than 4,000 dog owners to find out how often the average canine is walked by a human companion. The survey found: 56% of dog owners walk their dog at least once per day 33% of respondents said they rarely take their dogs for a walk “Over 60% of humans in the United States are overweight or obese, and our pets mirror that statistic,” says Dr. Katy Nelson, Veterinary Contributor … Read more

Dog REFUSES To Come Inside Until Owner Opens “Invisible” Door

Just like humans, dogs have their own quirks too. But these quirks make us love them even more! The dog in the video below is outside. Notice that there is a treat for her on the floor. She wants to get inside, but for some reason, she thinks the door is closed! She won’t come inside no matter how many times her human calls for her to come inside. So the only thing to do is for her human to … Read more

An Expert’s Secrets to Cleaning Muddy Dog Paws

Although fall and winter are fun, having to wipe your dog’s paw every time he goes outside is an endless chore. And nobody wants to bath their dog every single day.   Jorge Bendersky is a celebrity dog groomer, pet expert, and best-selling author of “DIY Dog Grooming: from puppy cuts to best in show, everything you need to know,” He has been a finalist in the Animal Planet show Groomer Has It, a judge on TLC’s Extreme Poodles, and … Read more

The Power of Silence in Dog Training

What do you do when your dog makes a mistake? Your answer may be what’s slowing down your progress. Regardless of what you are training for or the methods you use, most of us have some way that we “voice” our displeasure when our dog makes a mistake. But maybe we shouldn’t. Related: Best Dog Training Courses You Can Online Human Nature It seems to be human nature. We are used to yelling at our kids and spouses, and maybe … Read more

BUSTED: Camera Catches This Dog Unlocking The Window And Sneaking Out To Play

This dog is an escape artist! His humans were wondering how their dog managed to open the window and sneak out of the house. They were so curious how he did it so they setup a camera by the window. Watch the video below and you’ll see the footage caught by the camera! At first I thought it was difficult for him to open the window! But moments later, he cleverly opens the window and runs out of the house! … Read more

Watch this Boxer Puppy’s Adorable Reaction When He Hears His Mom on the Phone!

When you’re away from your dog, do you talk to him/her on the phone? Meet Harvey the Boxer puppy. Harvey just got a phone call from his mommy. Watch the video below and see Harvey’s adorable reaction when he hears his mommy on the phone! It seems like he’s wondering where mommy is! He can hear her, but he can’t see her! I just love how he tilts his head from side to side when he hears his mommy’s voice! … Read more

This Dog is Patiently Waiting for the School Bus. Watch What He Does When it Arrives!

Dogs always give the best welcome home greetings! With their tails wagging, they shower you with hugs and kisses! The dog in the video below is so excited to see his best buddy arrive home from school. So he patiently waits outside for the school bus. He watches the school bus as it arrives, and then when mom says, ‘Okay’ he runs to the school bus and welcomes his best friend home! He even carries his school bag! Wasn’t that … Read more

URGENT: Nationwide Dog & Cat Food Brand Announces Recall Due To Salmonella

Monday, September 29th 2014 – Bravo Pet Foods has announced a recall of select lots of Turkey and Chicken pet foods for dogs and cats due to possible contamination with Salmonella. For the exact lot information, please see the list and image at the bottom of this post.  These products we’re distributed nationwide beginning in November of 2013. The products we’re sold in both retail stores and online stores. Although pets can also become affected by Salmonella, the primary risk is … Read more

A Puppy Just Discovered a Door Stopper, and His WHOLE Entire World Has Changed :)

Puppies are naturally curious and they love to explore! They have a natural sense of wonder. I’m pretty sure this French Bulldog puppy was exploring the house when he stumbled on something amazing: the door stopper! When he discovered the door stopper, he was a bit hesitant at first. Then when he started playing with it, he found it fascinating and addictive! Watch the adorable video below! So cute! Did you see his reaction? His ears and the surprised look … Read more

People Can’t Even Believe It’s The Same Dog. Watch This Amazing Transformation!

Puppy mills are just horrible! They neglect dogs, and abuse them just to make money! I’m glad that the people of National Mill Dog Rescue are doing everything they can to rescue these poor dogs. Watch the video below and see the journey of one dog who came from a puppy mill. His name is Joel. You will never believe the amazing transformation of Joel! You can see the before and after pics of him near the end of the … Read more

59 Glorious Seconds of What It’s Like To Be a Puppy!

The life of a puppy is awesome! Their life is eat, play, sleep! Wanna know what it’s like to be a puppy? Well prepare yourself for 59 seconds full of fun and cuteness!! Watch the video below and see these cute Dachshund pups enjoying their day! Watching them makes me want to run and play with them! I was grinning the whole time I was watching the video! You can’t help but smile watching all that cuteness running around! They … Read more

Why Dog Training Sessions Should Be Short

A standard dog training class is an hour long, once a week, for four to six weeks. It allows the instructor time to review last week’s material, teach you the new, and have some time to work with each student. It also allows time for questions, and of course, the “settling” that happens at the beginning of a class while everyone gets situated. I think that many times this gives dog owners the idea that they need to do a … Read more

This Dog Doesn’t Look That Tall Until He Stands Up. Then, WOW!

Great Danes are known as one of the tallest dog breeds. Watch the video below and you’ll see a girl’s Great Dane sitting down. The Great Dane’s name is Diego. At first, you may think Diego is not that tall. His height is not so obvious when he’s sitting down. But wait till the girl tells him to stand up! When Diego stands up, you’ll be amaze how tall he really is! Wow! Diego is huge! And his human says … Read more