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Dog Trained by Inmates Now Sniffs Out Arson Fires

Labrador Retriever Trained by Inmates Now Sniffs Out Arson Fires

A Labrador Retriever in Utah was trained by prison inmates, and now serves as an ATF agent detecting arson fires. A 4-year old black...
Not All raw dog food is created equal

Not All Raw Dog Food Is Created Equal

In case you haven’t heard of it, the raw dog food diet is exactly what it sounds like. Pet parents feed their dog raw...
You've Got To See This Amazing Dog Transformation to Believe It

You’ve Got To See This Amazing Dog Transformation to Believe It

A hairless, emaciated and obviously ill dog was found curled on the roadside in one of the cities in India. He was mindless of...
Cute Rescue Dog's Breed Remains A Mystery Because She Has No Hair

Cute Rescue Dog’s Breed Remains a Mystery Because She Has No Hair

A woman with a soft spot for rescue dogs has taken Blossom into her home despite not knowing anything about the dog's past. A Los...
Have You Considered Planting a Dog-Safe Garden

Have You Considered Planting a Dog-Safe Garden?

With summer in full swing, many dog owners are spending hours on evenings and weekends working in their gardens or weeding their flower beds....
Hikers Rescue Starving Dog

Hikers Rescue Starving Dog Lost for 6 Weeks on a Mountain

A young woman braved the Colorado wilderness mountains for 2 days in search of a dog she knew was lost, and rescued the pup...
New Celebrity Puppy Alert

New Celebrity Puppy Alert!

If there’s anything we like more than celebrities, it’s got to be their dogs. Wait until you see Anderson Cooper’s new puppy Lilly -...
Furbo Allows You To See Your Dog While You're At Work

Furbo Allows You to See Your Dog While You’re at Work

It's difficult for us dedicated pet parents to leave our beloved fur babies all alone each day when we're at work. Our pups not...
New Dog Poop Color Chart App is Strange and Interesting

New Dog Poop Color Chart App is Strange and Interesting

Believe it or not, but dogs' poop says a lot about their health. The consistency and the color are both easily affected by how...
Iranian Dog Flown to U.S. for Treatment for Cruel Injury

Iranian Dog Flown to U.S. for Treatment of Cruel Firecracker Burns Injury

A dog abused with firecrackers in Iran was flown to the U.S. to receive treatment for a burned and deformed mouth. He is now...
Dog Rescue Takes in Homeless Elderly Dogs

Dog Rescue Takes in Homeless Elderly Dogs, Provides Lifetime of Paid Medical Care

A Seattle-based dog rescue is changing the lives of hundreds of dogs –and people- by saving senior pets from shelters and giving them a...
Can You Install A Dog Door In A Sliding Glass Door

Can You Install A Dog Door In A Sliding Glass Door?

We have three dogs, and one of them is always on the wrong side of the door. Thankfully, we also have children who actually...

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4 Tips & Tricks for Navigating Peak Flea and Tick Season

Here it comes... the dreaded peak flea and tick season. For us pet owners, while we love those sunny beach trips and walking in the...
Sasha in the car

Have Pet, Will Travel: Guide to Spring or Summer Trips with...

In Partnership with Merck Animal Health In my opinion, there's no better time to travel with your pet than in either spring or summer. The weather's...
Can I Afford A Dog

Can I Afford A Dog?

Owning a pet is expensive. It’s more than just planning for food and toys. If you’ve been asking yourself, can I afford a dog, here is everything you need to know. A big part of being a responsible pet owner is preparing for the endeavor financially. Creating a consistent budget can help you plan for routine expenses like food, treats and toys, as well as unexpected expenses like vet visits in the event of an emergency. Asking the question can I afford a dog is a very responsible thing to do. Many pet owners don’t plan a budget before adopting a dog, and that can get you into a lot of trouble.
how to get rid of a dog

How to Get Rid of a Dog: The Right Way

Are you faced with the challenging decision of how to let go of your furry companion? We understand that circumstances change. And even...
Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

Why Are Dogs So Loyal?

One of the best qualities of our canine companions is their unwavering loyalty. Why are dogs so loyal? There are amazing stories about the unmatched loyalty of dogs - dogs that have sat on their owner’s graves, waited patiently for months for their owners to return from war and even stories of dogs walking thousands of miles to reunite with their masters.
Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Why Do Pets Make Us Happy?

Nothing beats the feeling of seeing a happy dog or friendly cat come running over to you looking for a pat on the head or a scratch behind the ears. Why do pets make us happy? Pets do a lot more than just keep us company. The unconditional love that they provide us with is priceless and incomparable to any love that we get other humans.

Dog Names Starting With Z

Are you looking for dog names starting with Z? Well, you're in the right place! Getting a new pup would mean preparing for a new set...
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How Many Dogs Are Too Many?

We've all been there. Pet owners of one dog think, "Maybe I should get one more." Then, once you get the second dog, you'll...
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Can Dogs Get Sick From Humans?

If you have been caring for dogs for quite a while now, you must have known we can get sick from them. Rabies, giardia—name...
Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed profile

Dandie Dinmont Terrier Breed Profile

Not a lot of people know about this breed, but the Dandie Dinmont Terrier is not something you should ignore when you chance upon...