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Samantha Randall

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Samantha’s biggest passion in life is spending time with her Boxer dogs. After she rescued her first Boxer in 2004, Samantha fell in love with the breed and has continued to rescue three other Boxers since then. She enjoys hiking and swimming with her Boxers, Maddie and Chloe.

Anderson Cooper Honors Fallen Police Dog in a Unique Way

Anderson Cooper is a well-known American journalist, television personality and author. He is probably best known for his gig hosting Anderson Cooper 360˚, a...

Bride’s Wedding Photos Go Viral Thanks to Her Service Dog

When you’re planning your wedding, one of the first things that you think about is who is going to be standing beside you. Your...

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A woman in Houston, Texas is on a mission to help any dog that is chained outside and in need of shelter. Aliesha Medley...

Does Your Dog Need a Smartphone?

What do you do when you miss someone? You pick up your smartphone and give them a call, right? Wouldn’t it be nice if...

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President Obama is Weighing In On a Top Concern – Dog...

It’s a presidential election year, and you know what that means. The candidates will be discussing all the important topics, and President Obama has...

Do You Know What To Do If Your Dog Has the...

Did you know that dogs can get the flu? Yes, just like us there is a strain of influenza that affects canines. Last year,...

Is Your Dog Getting Enough Exercise?

Health and wellness have become a focal point for many consumers. They are buying healthier food, exercise equipment and gym memberships more than ever...

The Benefits of Raising Your Children with Dogs

Dog lovers understand many of the benefits of having a canine companion. They lift our spirits and console us when we're feeling sad. Dogs...

Do Dogs Understand Human Emotions?

If you’re a dog lover this probably won’t come as a surprise to you, but recent research is showing that our dogs understand our...

Find Out What Your Dog Does While You’re Gone

Have you ever wondered what your dog does all day while you’re gone? Does he chew any of his toys, chase the cat or...

8 Tips on Super Foods for Dogs from Experts

Your dog's nutrition is the single most important thing that effects his overall health and well being. A better quality diet will have an...

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