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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
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
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
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
Wow! This handsome boy is 15 year old, can you believe it?! His momma gave him a job 10 years ago and he hasn’t missed a day since. We’re pretty sure this is his secret to staying so young. Look at the joy he still has for this task after all of these years!! Does your dog have a job that he/she loves?
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
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
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
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
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!!
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
Searching for stray dogs can be a dangerous task. Often the dog will hide in places very difficult to get into and aren’t always welcoming to strangers. This sweet girl, later named Iris, made her den in a row of bushes. But as the rescues begin their efforts to pull her from the bushes, a much bigger surprise is revealed!
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
I know what you’re thinking, you and your dog are NOTHING a like… but that’s where you might be wrong! Buzzfeed hilariously shows us that we’re more a like than we want to admit! Check out this video and see what reigns true for you and your dog! Can you think of any more similarities between you and your dog? Share them by commenting below!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Whoa, watch out pool players everywhere. This pooch, Halo, is secretly a shark… POOL SHARK! Sure, he doesn’t use a pool stick but come on, did you see some of the shots he made!? You didn’t? Well, don’t wait any longer!! Go check him out:
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
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
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
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
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
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is dedicated to replace lost items with their rightful owners. That’s why they’ve started a Lost & Found service that’s so cute, you’ll want to lose something! Why? Well, because a cute pooch will be the one to return a lost item to you!! KLM says that they work their feet and paws off to return lost items and we think they’re on to something! ♥ While we’re pretty sure this ISN’T real, we still can’t … Read more
A guy was watching some deer in the field, and he’s taking a video of them at the same time. At first everything seems quiet and serene. Then you’ll notice that in the middle of the video, a guy screams, “Fenton! Fenton! Fenton!” Fenton is their Labrador. When the guy taking the video turns the camera, you’ll see that a dog is chasing after a deer herd! You’ll also see a guy chase after Fenton! LOL! The guy’s reaction of … Read more
Whether you have a puppy or an adult, hearing problems can arise at any age. It can be congenital, meaning present at birth, or your dog may become hard of hearing or deaf some point in his life. Hearing loss during your dog’s lifetime can be temporary or permanent. Wax build-up, ear infections, old age, and injuries can cause loss of hearing in one or both ears. Things such as antibiotics, antiseptics, and chemotherapy drugs, along with toxins (lead, arsenic, … Read more
This is such an emotional story, and it brought tears to my eyes. You may need some tissues for this one. Judith is a dog who has been chained for 10 years. Abused and neglected, Judith has been lying in the mud mixture of her own feces and urine. No blanket, no toy, and sometimes no food and water. Her owners even urinated on her from the porch. But after 10 long years, all that is gonna change for the … Read more
How lazy is your dog? I know there are some dogs who just wanna sit around the house, just like this Corgi! This Corgi doesn’t want to go out for a walk or whatever. So when his human says “Wanna go outside?” He says no in the most adorable way!! What does he do? He lays on his back, with his feet in the air! It so friggin’ cute! At one point, he even pushes the leash away! Every time … Read more
While training a deaf dog does have a different set of challenges than a hearing dog, it is certainly not impossible to do. A great way to start is by deciding on a set of hand signals you are going to use with your dog and make sure everyone that interacts with him knows those cues. Post them on your fridge so visitors (or forgetful spouses!) can find them easily. To help, here are 10 handy hand signals to use … Read more
Meet Reveille! Reveille is the mascot of one of the teams at a Football Game. During the game, Reveille sits on a corner with 3 Corps Cadets as her bodyguards! It’s a good thing that she has those bodyguards, because one of them just saved her from being hurt. The save was quite dramatic and they caught it on camera! Watch the video below and see what happened! You’ll be cheering for the cadet for such an amazing move! Wow! … Read more
Have you ever witnessed two dogs getting married? Well you’re about to! Watch this beautiful and totally cute wedding video of two Dachshunds getting married! Their humans have prepared everything for them! They even have guests who are also dogs! For their wedding, their humans also prepared beautiful accessories for them to wear! They even have a wedding cake, and wedding giveaways for their guests too! Wasn’t that the cutest and sweetest thing ever? Leave a comment for the newlyweds! … Read more
Have you ever watched your dog trying to “settle” on a sleep spot? They sniff around, walk back and forth, and circle. Some even dig at the floor or shove pillows and blankets this way and that. I have one dog that takes about ten minutes before she is fully settled. And when she does this at bedtime, it’s hard to not question her sanity. Does she have to do all that before going to sleep? Mychelle Blake, MSW, CDBC, … Read more
Every time I have food in my hands, my dog is always there waiting for me to give him some. I’m sure everyone can relate to this. They just won’t stop staring at you when you’re eating, right? Watch the video below and see what this dog does when he sees his human who’s about to eat. Watch what he does when his human is about to put food in his mouth. It’s cute and funny at the same time! … Read more
I really love watching dogs who are friends with other animals. But this one is quite exceptional. Not only has the dog befriended an animal of different species, but he also goes out of his way to be with his buddy. In Tory Island, a Labrador named Ben swims the ocean just to be with his friend, Dougie, the local dolphin. Every day, Ben swims out to meet Dougie and they swim together for a while. Aren’t they adorable? Their … Read more
September 26th, 2014 – JAKKS Pacific, the manufacturer of Kong Aussie Sticks, have “quietly” recalled their product due to possible contamination from mold. The affected products have the item number 75559 or 75560 and best before dates of 1/30/16 or 1/31/16. According to sources, products we’re sold only at PetSmart. According to Dog Food Advisor, who received an email from the company regarding the contamination, “We are troubled by the covert nature and lack of transparency exhibited by both companies associated with this particular event. … Read more
I’m pretty sure this dog has springs for legs! It’s almost dinner time and he can’t WAIT to eat it. To show his excitement, he literally begins to JUMP for joy! Jumpy, jumpy, jumpy! We’re impressed by his jumping skills, but he might need to work on his patience a bit more. 😉
This week we entered Fall – a favorite season for many of us because of the beautiful scenery, cooler weather, and tasty treats like apple cider and pumpkin pie. Let your dog in on the fall fun with these dog-friendly outing ideas. #1 – Oktoberfest The perfect kick-off to your fall festivities is going to Oktoberfest. Good food, good music, and tons of fun for the whole family. Check with your look festival to make sure they are dog friendly … Read more
Have you seen this one yet? The whole internet is talking about it! This pup left his favorite toy outside. When his owner looked through the window, they were surprised to see a red fox had found it and made it his own! Just watch what the fox does with it, it’s completely hilarious! Isn’t it amazing how much this fox acts like a dog? I still can’t believe they caught this on camera! You gotta feel sorry for this … Read more
It’s hard to even fathom. How could a dog remain in shelter for 9 years without beyond adopted? Thank God this precious pup was kept alive to see the day of his adoption. Not surprisingly, this dog just couldn’t contain his happiness and excitement and it’s totally understandable, because who wouldn’t be jumping with joy after finally getting adopted after 9 years of being locked up. This dog finally gets his chance to have a loving home, a family who … Read more
Now this is impressive! I don’t think I’ve ever seen two dogs work SO well together!! They’re on a mission to retrieve their favorite toy, but it just so happens to be at the bottom of the pool. But just when you think they might give up, they totally work together in the most amazing way to bring their “toy” to dry land. You’ve gotta check this out!
I am really amazed by a dog’s maternal instincts. Not only will they protect their puppies and help them to survive, but sometimes their maternal instinct goes beyond their own species; just like this Rhodesian Ridgeback mommy! She just gave birth and she’s nursing not only puppies, but a baby panther cub too! You can see in the video that she takes care of the cub just like her very own! It’s so cute and fascinating as the same time! … Read more
A lot of dog owners feel daunted by the rules and complicated moves necessary to compete in many dog sports. Julie Flanery (CPDT-KA), created Rally Freestyle Elements (Rally-FrEe) to help handlers practice the foundation behaviors they need to be more successful at Canine Musical Freestyle and to challenge those who have already excelled in Rally-Obedience. What Flanery is finding, however, is that for many, Rally-FrEe is their first introduction to the world of dog sports. What is Rally and Canine … Read more
iPads are all the rage right now, so it’s no surprise that this sweet pup, Violet, loves them just as much as the next pup! But Violet doesn’t just love to look at them, she’s ALL about using it herself. YEP! She’s using the iPad to play a game and by the looks of it, she’s totally winning. Her head-bobbing enthusiasm has me laughing hysterically! And with her skills, I’m willing to bet she’s a total champ at Angry Birds, … Read more
Warning: Prepare your tissues for this video. I couldn’t help but cry when I watched this! Animal Rescue Corps together with the Humphreys County Sheriff’s Office, rescued dogs from a suspected dog fighting operation in Mississippi. When they found the dogs, their living conditions were horrible! They were chained, one of them was even inside a bolted metal box! What kind of monster would do this to these poor dogs?!! I cried even more when I saw how happy the … Read more
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