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Boy Amputee Meets Dog Amputee and It’s Love

10-year Old Boy Amputee Meets Dog Amputee and It’s Love

A 10-year old boy who lost both legs due to a recent amputation had his dream come true when he met an inspiring dog...
Sudden Tragedy Reveals The Strong Bond Between Humans and Animals

Sudden Tragedy Reveals The Strong Bond Between Humans and Animals

This dog, Doki, stays by his owner’s side after he is hit and killed by a car. Why have these images gone viral? People are...
Small Dogs Lie About Their Size, Study Says (and 5 More Facts About Dog Scent Marking)

Small Dogs Lie About Their Size, Study Says

New research shows that dogs, our most trusted companions, apparently tend to lie to other dogs and are very capable of deception. A new...
Clever Dogs Can Fake Sickness and Injuries to Get Attention and TLC

Clever Dogs Can Fake Sickness and Injuries to Get Attention and TLC

One dog in Utah did try this trick on his pet parents but experts explain why the trickery isn’t deliberate. It's already known that our...
Illinois Pet Store Opens Its Doors to Sell All-Natural Pet Products

Illinois Pet Store Opens Its Doors to Sell All-Natural Pet Products

With the pet population increasing, it’s no surprise that more pet related businesses are opening every day. Likewise, with the increase of pet illnesses...
What Is A Lishinu

Lishinu – World’s First Intelligent Hands-Free Dog Leash

How many times have we been walking our dogs and wished we had an extra hand? Or feared bending over to tie our shoes...
Why Are Dogs More Prone to Bite Nervous People

Why Are Dogs More Prone to Bite Nervous People?

Apparently, your stressful demeanor around dogs can increase the risks of dog bites, experts say. Can dogs smell fear in humans? You might have been...
Petco Partners With Instacart to Offer Store-to-Door Delivery

PetcoNow Partners With Instacart to Offer Store-to-Door Delivery

Last month Petco announced the launch of PetcoNow, the world’s first on-demand delivery service in the pet specialty retail category. There are similar services...
Dog Rescued At Guernsey Coast After Spotted by Kayakers

Dog Rescued At Guernsey Coast After Spotted by Kayakers

A dog was finally reunited with its owners when kayakers spotted it at Guernsey’s south coast cliffs 24 hours after going missing on June...
Is Your Dog Suffering From Canine Dementia

Is Your Dog Suffering From Canine Dementia?

Many of the important breakthroughs in modern science have been discovered with the help of dogs.  Diseases like cancer and diabetes can be researched...
Homeless Dogs Get Comfortable After Request for Old Armchair Donations Go Viral

Homeless Dogs Get Comfortable After Request for Old Armchair Donations Go Viral

One man’s trash is another man’s treasure and, in this case, it’s the dogs who have benefited from the community’s garbage. GALESBURG, ILLINOIS—Homeless dogs at...
BrilliantPad - the World’s First Self-Cleaning Indoor Dog Potty

BrilliantPad – the World’s First Self-Cleaning Indoor Dog Potty

A Chicago-based company has announced the launch of the first-ever smart toilet for dogs, BrilliantPad. BrilliantPad allows dogs to go to the bathroom inside, and...

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Tailgating with Dogs: Should You Bring Them With You?

Tailgating with Dogs: 12 Tips for a Safe and Fun Game...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: When tailgating with dogs, make sure to pack their essentials, including dog treats, water, comfort items. Keep them on leash, and setup...
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How to Prepare Your Dog for Back-to-School: 12 Tips for an...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Prepare your dog for back-to-school at least one or two weeks before. Adjust their routine gradually, set up a comfortable space or corner...
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Crate and Rotate: What It Is and How to Do It...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: The crate-and-rotate method is a management strategy dog owners can use when dogs cannot be safely together due to aggression, resource guarding,...
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BBQ Safety for Dogs: How to Keep Your Dog Safe at...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some BBQ safety tips for dogs include keeping them away from the hot grill, grease, charcoal, and lighter fluid; being mindful of...

10 Beach Safety Tips for Dogs + Beach Hazards to Watch...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Some of the beach safety tips for dogs pet owners must follow include bringing plenty of fresh, clean water, providing dogs with...
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How to Keep Dogs Entertained While Home Alone

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Boredom in dogs can lead to anxiety and behavior problems; keep dogs entertained while home alone by using interactive toys with different...
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How to Stop a Dog Fight at Home: A Guide for...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To stop a dog fight at home, DO NOT place your hands in front of the fight. Instead, create a distraction using...
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How to Train a Dog to Use a Bell for Potty...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Start by introducing the bell and letting the dog get familiar with it until they become more confident touching it with their...
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Why Dogs Mirror Their Owner’s Energy and Personality (Science Explained!)

Calm dogs often have calm owners. Energetic dogs have energetic owners. I don't know if you have noticed, but this seems to be the case...
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How to Bathe a Dog That Hates Water: Follow These 8...

KEY TAKEAWAYS: To bathe a dog that hates water, first, choose the best location, whether outdoors or in the sink. Brush their coat first...