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The cargo truck, carrying 18 police German Shepherds, pulled over with a busted AC, causing the death of at least 8 dogs | Photo source: Humane Society of Hobart via AP

8 Police Dogs Died After AC Malfunction During Transport

LAKE STATION, INDIANA—At least 8 German Shepherds died due to heat-related stress after the air conditioning unit keeping them cool failed in a 2-hour...
Injured Dog Bruno being Rescued From Mt. Jefferson | Photo Courtesy: Zippy

Dog Stuck in NH Mountain Rescued in a 15-Man Mission after 16 Hours

COOS COUNTY, NEW HAMPSHIRE—After a gruelling 16-hour rescue mission in Mount Jefferson, New Hampshire, a stranded, injured dog and his owners were successfully rescued. Bruno...
Betsy | Photo source: Abandoned Pet Rescue

Pitbull and Her Pup Abandoned By Irresponsible Breeders

FORT LAUDERDALE, FLORIDA—A box filled with four newborn Pitbull puppies and their mama were heartlessly left in a pet rescue center in July 2023. Rescue...
Becca Stephens and her service dog, Bobbi. | Photo credit: ABC-WFTS

‘Dating App’ with Service Dogs Saved Veteran’s Life

CLEARWATER, FLORIDA—An Army veteran from Clearwater is convinced that this 'dating app' saved her life. But make no mistake; this intriguing 'dating app' is for...
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Another Ontario Dog Owner Charged For Leaving Pet Inside Hot Car

ONTARIO, CANADA—Another pet owner was charged with 'causing injury to an animal' after leaving their dog inside a hot vehicle in Grand Bend, Lambton...
Woman seen abandoning dog turns out to be good samaritan| Screenshot from NBC News

Woman Seen Abandoning Dog in Miami Park turned out to be Good Samaritan

MIAMI, SOUTH FLORIDA—A woman caught on camera appeared to be abandoning a black and white bulldog mix in Athalie Range Park turned out to...
PC Wardell hugging Finn for the last time

Beloved Hero Police Dog in Hertfordshire, UK, Died at Age 14

HERTFORDSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM—Finn, the German Shepherd hero police dog who saved Police Constable Dave Wardell from a stabbing attack back in 2016, died at...
Dog Meat Farm in South Korea (Image by Ahn Young-joon/AP Photo)

South Korean Dog Meat Farmers Oppose Industry Ban

Dog meat consumption is a significant topic of controversy in South Korea. It's a centuries-old practice that is not explicitly banned or legalized. Dog meat...
30 Dogs Found Dead at Ohio Animal Rescue Image by Butler County Sheriffs Office

30 Dogs Found Dead at Ohio Animal Rescue

Authorities found 30 dead dogs at an Ohio animal rescue, while 90 dogs were rescued from inhumane conditions in July 2023. The operator of Helping...

78 Dogs Seized From A Muskegon Residence In Michigan

January 2023, Michigan — Local authorities seized 78 rescue dogs living in poor condition in a constricted 600 ft residential house in Muskegon County. Norton...
NYC brings back robotic police dog

K-9 Robot Rejoins NYPD, Mayor Adams Says It’s ‘Best For The City’

  Mayor Eric Adams and other New York City officials presented Digidog’s robotic dog and 2 new tech-based policing devices in April 2023 at a Times...
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Footage Reveals: Brown Shelter Dog Jumps Over a Wall to Join Its Friend

Friendship knows no boundaries—sometimes literally. A brown shelter dog in Minneapolis Animal Care and Control (MACC) jumped over the wall that divides her and her...

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Sneaky Golden Retriever Dips in Neighbor’s Pool, Getting Millions of Laughs...

The summer heat may end, but not the online attention that this Golden Retriever from New Jersey is getting in his hilarious video of...
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My Dog Ate Paracetamol: Is Paracetamol Safe For Dogs?

"Oh no! My dog ate paracetamol. Should I be worried?" No pet owners like to see their dogs in pain. If there's any way we can...
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Man Lost Arm After Neighbor’s Dogs’ Attack in his Own Yard

SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS—46-year-old Paul Striegl was smoking inside his yard when two dogs attacked him, costing the Northeast side resident one of his arms. The...

Why Does My Dog Rub His Face On Me? 9 Surprising...

Why does my dog rub his face on me? Is something bothering him, or does he just want some head rubs? Although most dogs often show...
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Can Dogs Eat Dried Fish? 6 Benefits + 3 Cautions

Light, crispy, and full of umami. If you love fish, then you will love dried fish! Trust me; we Asians love to feast on this wonderful...
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Why Do Dogs Scratch the Floor: Reasons And How To Stop...

Have you ever caught your dog scratching the floor? Dogs are quirky animals, sometimes displaying behaviors we don't understand. Long-time dog owners know that these animals...
Kane, a pitbull-mastiff mix | Source: Niyah Belmont via Bored Panda

TikToker’s Last Day With Pup Moved Millions of People To Tears

What would you do if you knew today was your last day with your dog? TikTok user Niyah Belmont (username: @daniyahmb) made it a fun...
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Oregano Oil for Dogs: Benefits and Guidance

Oregano oil for dogs can be a confusing topic for pet owners. Some people say that it can be toxic to dogs. Some say it's...
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Ban on American XL Bully Breed Being Considered in UK

UNITED KINGDOM—The UK government is considering banning American XL Bully dogs following the reported attack on an 11-year-old girl and two other men in...
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Beagle Price: How Much Does The Breed Cost?

The Beagle dog breed is one of the most popular dogs in America. Beagles rank 8th according to the American Kennel Club's Most Popular Dog...