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WARNING: Don’t pick up your dog’s poop? Now you can be tracked down!

Every single person who has cared for a lawn has cleaned up after a dog they didn’t reside with. Lazy owners walk their dogs and don’t bother cleaning up after them. Owners who have frequented dog parks become irritated when piles have accumulated and no one claims ownership. There was nothing for the responsible owner to do, but clean up the mess…. until now! 🙂 The Company Poo Prints, has developed the technology for finding the owners who won’t clean … Read more

Funny Doxie Gets Stuck in a Sleeve!

Sure, they’re shaped like a hotdog but that doesn’t mean they can fit just anywhere! They may get a little further than some dogs, but that only gets them into more predicaments. Much like the cutie in this next video! He’s all fired up about being stuck in a jacket sleeve! And now the jacket has come alive… and it barks too! 🙂 Watch it now! SHARE this with someone who could use a laugh! SHARE this with someone who … Read more

How to Offer Comfort to a Grieving Owner

They were caretakers to a four legged furball for several years, suddenly their charge is gone. Whether the death was sudden or prolonged, there is no way to prepare for the emptiness that an owner feels after their dog moves on. Friends and family members feel helpless through the course of grieving. At times tripping over themselves, saying and doing the wrong things. Listed below are ways to comfort without pushing. Memories Keep the memories alive, talk about the good … Read more

See The Hilarious Testimony of a Police Dog (YES, this is for real!)

What happens when a court repeatedly insists that a police officer testify about an arrest? Well, usually the officer does. But in this case the officer was a police dog 🙂 Accodring to Metro.co.uk, this hilarious testimony was written in response to a barrage of requests from the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS). Apparently they needed testimony about an arrest that officer “PC Peach” made. Apparently no one told them PC Peach was a dog. The hilarious statement reads, ‘I chase … Read more

25 Owners Share The Hilarious & Bizarre Things Their Dog Is Afraid Of

A few days ago, we asked you on Facebook to tell us the most bizarre and funny things that your dog is afraid of. Your answers we’re certainly entertaining! We’re surprised how many of you listed #1! Below is our top 25 picks. 1. His own farts! – Christine Blair-Cregger 2. Paper towel tubes – Trenton Ward 3. Not even kidding, my Olde English bulldog doesn’t like the theme song to Giligans Island. – Ashley Tumbiolo Purington medianet_width=’600′; medianet_height= ‘120’; medianet_crid=’834548544′; … Read more

Top Eco-Friendly Dog Products

There has been a giant leap in the number of eco–friendly dog products and brands out there. But being environmentally conscious has its price—most of these products will run you a bit more than standard products. And while most of us would agree the price difference is worth it, we also agree the products should be worth the extra money when it comes to quality and durability. This is a list of brands and products that I have found are … Read more

Dog “Videobombs” Live Newscast Bulletin!

You’ve heard of “photobombing” right? This is when someone sneaks into a photo at the last second and the actual subjects in the photo aren’t expecting it. Well, we think this dog has created a new version of the phenomenon and we’re calling it “videobombing.” It’s the same concept, but even more funny! Especially when it involves a live newscast and a cute dog, much like this next video! Stormy just wanted to pop in to say, “Hi!” Check it … Read more

Black Dogs Need Love Too!

Look at any local shelter, how many black dogs are there? Does there seem to be more black dogs than other colors? How long have the black dogs been available for adoption? Some shelter workers call this “Black Dog Syndrome” (BDS). BDS is a theory that black dogs get passed over time and again for adoption. Shelters run in spurts. Some weeks there may be more Beagles on the floor than any other breed. Other weeks there may be a … Read more

3 Amazing (and Eco-Friendly) Uses for Dog Hair

Ever brush a dog and wonder what to do with the bags of hair left behind? Wonder no longer. There are several uses for the left over fur that is considered environmentally friendly. From simple gardening tips to national awareness, dog fur has come a long way. Gardening Dog fur may be used as a natural pest repellent. After brushing, collect the left over fur and make a nest. Fit this nest of fur around the base of a plant … Read more

Cute Dog Acting Silly While Popping Bubbles!

All dogs can be silly, but not every dog responds to bubbles quite like this pooch! She manages to keep her cool at first, but quickly loses control over her excitement. Silliness ensues! Clearly, this dog loves playing with bubbles!!! Be prepared to smile! 🙂 My dogs LOVE bubbles too. Have you ever tried blowing bubbles with your dogs? Tell us in the comments below! SHARE this with someone who could use a laugh! SHARE this with someone who could … Read more

5 Presidents and Their Famous Pooches

Dogs hold the hearts of normal everyday average citizens in every corner of the world. What about the most powerful men in the free world? Do they have room in their hearts for maintaining global order AND furry companions. The answer is a resounding YES! These five presidents listed below doted on their dogs both in life and some even in death. Franklin Delano Roosevelt The president was given a Scottish Terrier puppy whom he immediately named Big Boy, but … Read more

Puppies Doing Things For The First Time!

Life is confusing for puppies, especially in those first few months. Everything is brand new and a bit complicated! Coordination is ‘ruff and food is messy. Hiccups are weird and so are the rules for going potty! But something tells us that they’ll quickly come to love it all as they master each new task presented to them. In the meantime while they’re still learning, we can’t help but smile at their “oopsie” moments! SHARE this with a fellow puppy … Read more

12 Dogs Who Blend In a Little Too Much [CRAZY]

"I'm a mop! How's this for a Halloween costume?" - Source This doggy does a great job in blending in! - Source My fur goes perfectly with this faux fur. - Source This doggy blends in too much you can barely see him! - Source This dog is in the witness protection program. - Source The bed sure matches the dog! - Source I bet the blankie belongs to the doggy! - Source Are those two mops? Look closer! - ... Read more

Do You Recognize These? – 5 Ways Dogs De-Stress Themselves

For centuries dogs have been using distressing signals to their humans and to each other. Unfortunately the humans look at these signals and decode using human emotions. While dogs do have emotions, they may not feel them the same way humans do. This is where the confusion and miscommunication come in. When an owner sees their dog sit and look away while being reprimanded, they may assume that the dog is disregarding them. “Whatever”. But to a dog, sitting and … Read more

Cop tries to shoot “aggressive” pit bull. Does THIS instead!!! Wow.

A Riverside County, CA Sheriff’s Deputy apparently shot himself Wednesday while trying to kill a “large” pit bull he claimed was threatening his life. The officer had entered the property to serve an eviction notice. Ironically, a news TV station later captured a picture of a much smaller dog than reported playing peacefully with children. “A dog came at the deputy in an aggressive manner,” said Deputy Armando Munoz said, according to The Press-Enterprise. “The deputy, pulled his service weapon, … Read more

Communities Working Together for the Dogs

Volunteers are the backbone of any organization. Humane Societies and rescues rely heavily on volunteer support to remain active and functioning. These loyal humans help with the dogs, organize events, and write newsletters. Below are some examples of what happens when a community bands together to bring awareness and hope to their local animal shelter. Rochester, NY On Saturday, April 19th, the city of Rochester will be hosting a “Free adoption day”. Area shelters have been running at capacity for … Read more

PLEASE SHARE: Woman Dying of Cancer Needs a Home for Her Dog

A Fort Collins, CO resident has fought hard to overcome her final-stage of breast cancer. With an end insight, Patricia Cudd has made it a priority to find a loving home for her pit bull mix before she loses her battle to cancer forever.  Sherlock, has been a place of refuge for Cudd during this devastating time of her life. Cudd expresses that his continuous, unconditional love has given her the strength to fight as long as she has. She … Read more

Tips & Advice On Coping With The Loss Of A Dog

Losing a dog is one of life’s hardest moments. For many of us, our dog is our confidant, therapist, and pillow to cry on when things get rough. How do you say goodbye to your best friends whose life is never long enough? Dr. Wendy J. James is a Psychologist and Owner of Life Consultant based in Dallas, Texas.  She explains that since pets hold a special place in our hearts, we grief for them in the same way we … Read more

“Fetch” Is Too Easy For This Dog Who’d Rather Play Catch!

Lately we’ve shared a lot of impressive dog trick videos. But this one blew us away! I love that it’s not just a soft toss. His owner is throwing her some fastballs and Purin handles them with ease! My favorite part is on the throw that she almost drops, but she grabs it with her mouth instead! Bravo, Purin! To learn more about her and follow her, visit this Facebook page. Does your dog have a special athletic talent? Tell … Read more

The 20 Most Bizarre Things a Dog Has Ever Eaten

Yesterday we asked you guys on Facebook the following question: What was the craziest thing your dog ever ate? Your answers didn’t disappoint! Check out the absolute most hilarious and extreme answers below! 1. My birth control pills – Cassie Metz 2. My false teeth – Sue Levely 3. My husband’s $5000.00 hearing aids – Amy DeHass   4. My beautiful blue parakeet – Mary Weyl-Dale Owens 5. Crayola crayons – Carrie Palcic 6. A diamond ring – Jeannine Lakes 7. Only the left … Read more

85% of Dogs Over 3 Yrs Old Have This Life Threatening Disease….Does Yours?

We all joke about “doggy breath,” but the fact is that nasty breath may be telling you something is wrong in your pup’s mouth. According to Dr. Wendy C. Brooks, DVM, DipABVP, “a full 85% of pets have periodontal disease by age 3.” (www.veterinarypartner.com)  The Signs Unfortunately, periodontal disease has really no signs except for halitosis (bad breath) in its early stages (http://www.avdc.org). The Stages “In progressed cases your pet may refuse to eat, unable to chew. Look for redness … Read more

These Labradors Will Make You Laugh!

America’s Funniest Home Videos has us giggling with glee. The Labs in this video are full of personality! We can’t help but LOVE every single one of them. Our favorite might be the first pup, but trust us when we say that you’ll wanna watch the whole video! Which pup had you laughing most? Did you LOVE this video? SHARE it! Post by America's Funniest Home Videos. Did you LOVE this video? SHARE it!

Trust Us, You NEED to Watch This Corgi Twerk! My Day = Made!

Thank you, thank you, thank you my dearest internet, as you have done it again! THIS video is hysterical and it has the ability to change your entire day around! I promise! It’s impossible not to smile or laugh while watching it. I mean, seriously. A corgi twerking to the Bubble Butt song? We can’t make this stuff up. And I’ll admit, I mayyyy have watched this video on repeat for the last 10 minutes… #NotAshamed! This Corgi can move! … Read more

Does Your Significant Other Stare Just a LITTLE Too Long At Others? He Can Join This Pooch in The Dog House!

Did you catch this commercial during the Superbowl earlier this year? Somehow, I missed it! But even though I’m late to the game, I’m pretty sure that this video is funny EVERY TIME you see it! These dogs “act” out a typical scenario that we’ve all experienced at some point! Their version is an adorably funny take on the situation. Be sure to turn your speakers on!! Are you curious about what happens? Find out now! SHARE this with someone … Read more

5 Happy Tales: Weekly Dog News

There is so much sadness in the news or news that sets ones teeth on edge with frustration. These stories have been gathered from newspapers across the country, extraordinary dogs doing extraordinary things and leading extraordinary lives. Phoenix, AZ A scruffy looking, possible Bichon Friese mix, wandered into a major league ball park to check out the action. Several team employees of the Milwaukee Brewers took a shine to the beleaguered little mutt, had him vetted (turns out the mix … Read more

Is your dog protected against heartworm?

Heartworm disease is spread through mosquitoes that carry the infection. It is a parasite that grows within a dog’s heart. There are three stages of this disease. The first stage a dog may show no symptoms or have a slight cough. In the second stage a dog will become more lethargic and have a more pronounced cough. During the third stage a dog may exhibit signs of anemia, fainting, or suffer from congestive heart failure. (Due to the infestation of … Read more

Hilarious Dog Confused By Bag of Marbles!

This Boxer is losing his marbles! Or maybe he’s listening to some hard rock music that no one else can hear? Regardless, his response to this bag of marbles has us laughing hysterically! And while we’re pretty sure this isn’t the correct way to play with marbles, we’re going to embrace this pooch’s approach because he’s having more fun with marbles than anyone EVER has! 🙂 Check it out! SHARE this with someone who could use a laugh! SHARE this … Read more

Dog Sports 101: K9 Nosework

As a dog owner, I’m sure you’ve noticed how often your dog uses his nose. Sniffing this, smelling that…it’s how dog’s get by in the world. And it’s no surprise when you realize that a dog’s sense of smell is tens of thousands of times more sensitive than ours. With that knowledge, it’s safe to say we really can’t smell anything at all! But since our dogs can, we might as well make the best use of it. That’s why … Read more

Adorably Talented Mixed-Breed to Perform at Westminster!

Paws up for mixed breeds making headlines! As you probably know, the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is the annual, highly esteemed competition for purebred dogs. In a rare opportunity, mixed-breeds were allowed to compete in the Master’s Agility Championship this year! Only 15 mixed-breed pooches were competing… out of 225 canines! And since we love ALL dogs, we couldn’t help but cheer on these underdogs. This pretty girl, Hailey, was one of the lucky 15 to perform! She knows … Read more

STUDY: People are having dogs instead of babies

A Recent article by Roberto A. Ferdman on Quartz  points to research that shows families and single women are choosing to have a dog, in particular small dogs, over having two-legged children. According to the article, birthrates in the 15-29 year range has dropped drastically in the last decade, almost 10%. In contrast, dog ownership is on the rise, with small dogs under 20lbs being the fastest growing category. The 2012 U.S Pet Ownership and Demographics Sourcebook shows the average … Read more

Dog Sports 101: AKC Obedience & Rally

Obedience is essential. In fact, many trainers even consider it a lifesaver. How many dogs end up being put down at the shelter due to a lack of training rather than the temperament of the dog? Regardless of how much effort you want to put into it, obedience is important. But it doesn’t always have to be that mundane work that needs to get done as a requirement to owning a dog. Obedience can be fun! Believe it or not, … Read more

5 Wild Animals That Have Been Known To Attack Dogs

1. Coyotes Coyotes live all over North America. There are certain parts of the country that are coyote heavy, more so than other areas. Since their habitat has been encroached upon again and again, the coyote has taken to living in more urban surroundings and coming out at night when it is quiet. They do prey on dogs and cats. It is best to not leave a dog out at night and keep a watchful eye when letting a dog … Read more

Adorable Frenchie Argues Over Bedtime!

Oh how I love this next video! My dogs argue with me every night over bedtime. Whether they refuse to come upstairs to bed or they decide it’s time to play once they’re in bed, it’s always a process. (Some nights I get lucky though!) But, I’ve never had a dog verbally argue with me! This next cutie does just that! AND to top it off, once he stops arguing he actually listens to his momma, closes his eyes and … Read more

This boxer getting scared by a leaf is the cutest thing you’ll ever see!

Some things are adorable beyond words! Warning, if you watch this once you might just watch is 10 times! When Leonardo the Boxer started barking uncontrollably, his owner ran into the room. To his surprise, he found his beloved boxer utterly terrified by a single leaf. Need some more videos of Leonardo? Check out this and this. Tell us in the comments below: what is the strangest thing your dog has ever been afraid of? Share to spread the laughs! … Read more

Chemical Sterilization – Victoria Stilwell & Her Vet Weigh In

Zeuterin™ is the first ever FDA approved injectable sterilization in the U.S. However, it is not new to the market. It was actually introduced in 2003 under a different name, and then pulled in 2004 with Ark Sciences claiming they were having “supply problems.” It is now back and people are eager to jump on the bandwagon without asking too many questions. But is the drug really a better option? What exactly does it do? How will your dog react? … Read more

Top 10 Causes of Accidental Death in Dogs and How to Prevent Them

We all try to protect our dogs as well as we can from things that may cause them harm. Try as we might, the tragic does happen from time to time and we lose our beloved pet too early due to an accidental death. Below is a list of the top 10 causes of accidental death in dogs and how you can help prevent them from occurring. Causes of Accidental Death in Dogs 1. Poisoning Your dog can be poisoned … Read more

Meet the dog that cost his owner $40,000!

Meet Albert, the infamous 12 month old pup that’s racked up over $40,000 in household damages. It all started with a can of black spray paint that was lying around my house, I turn my head for one second – then next thing I know, my house looks like a Broadway production of “101 Dalmatians”… black spots EVERYWHERE! Oh ya, and how could I forget that one time he decided to fetch me a fresh bag of soil, and kindly … Read more

What Ever Happened to Michael Vick’s Dogs? Prepare to Be Blown Away!

Ever wonder what happened to Michael Vick’s fighting dogs? Prepare to have your heart melted! I absolutely love that they call these pups VICKtory dogs! (thanks to The Bark Post to first posting on this story!) 1 of 9: Handsome Dan This beautiful boy was adopted by a family who now has a little girl. While skittish at first, Handsome Dan has learned to trust humans again and it a fantastic family member. Amazingly, he has a Facebook fan page … Read more

The 10 Worst Reasons to Not Spay or Neuter Your Dog

For some reason or another, the topic of fixing a dog has become a rather touchy subject. While we all think of our pets as our kids, there are some differences that needed to be considered. For example, you are not going to give your fur-kid a chocolate cake for their birthday or teach them to drive your car. Nor are you going to put flea treatment on your human child or expect them to stay in a crate at … Read more

What Exactly Is a Hybrid Dog?

The obscure breeds that are dying out, like the Dandie Dinmont Terrier, could be considered a hybrid dog from five hundred years ago. It was a cross between the Otterhound (another breed which is rapidly dying out) and an unspecified terrier breed. Most pure breed dogs of today were once hybrids, a combination of two or more breeds. These breeds were carefully selected by humans to blend and cultivate attributes resulting in the perfect working dog. Former Hybrids Newfoundland; these … Read more

8 Dogs Who Are Absolute Masters At The Head Tilt

Love the head tilt and love the ears! - Source Oh, aren't you adorable! - Source It's hard to resist a face like this! - Source How could anyone say 'No'' to this face? - Source They say the head tilt is the dog lover's weakness! - Source So cute and so adorable! - Source It's impossible to get mad when you see this face! - Source The head tilt plus a cute tongue! Just adorable! - Source