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Dognapped, Neutered and Sold Back to Rightful Owner

The trouble all started out-of-the-blue when Lou Gotowski's beloved purebred Havanese dog, Jack, wandered out of his pet parent's motorcycle shop. According to video...
The Races End Leaving Hundreds of Greyhounds Homeless

The Races End Leaving Hundreds of Greyhounds Homeless

The "sport" of Greyhound racing has been around for decades, but the real horrors of what really takes place on these tracks and the...
Two Rescues, One Unlikely Friendship

Two Rescues, One Unlikely Friendship

They say "opposites attract," however, they didn't say anything about opposite species becoming the best of friends. But that's exactly what happened for Rex...
This Dog Swam In the Gulf of Mexico for 3 Hours Before Being Rescued

This Dog Swam In the Gulf of Mexico for 3 Hours Before Being Rescued

I can't imagine treading water for three hours, but that's just what one poor pooch did after he fell overboard in the choppy waters...
New High-Tech Device Makes HUGE Advance in Veterinary Medicine

New High-Tech Device Makes HUGE Advance in Veterinary Medicine

We know technology has skyrocketed over the past decade in human healthcare, but now, thanks to a new device, our dogs will soon have...
Boy and Dog Forever Immortalized in Pages of Yearbook

Boy and Dog Forever Immortalized in Pages of Yearbook

Service dogs are becoming vitally important for both adults and children with varying limitations. They are the eyes to the blind, ears to the...
20 Rescue Pups in a Car

20 Rescue Pups in a Car? Oh My!

The site of 20 dogs all packed into one car would be surprising to see, but for one concerned citizen, it was a reason...
How Could A Dog Survive a Meat Farm Without A BFF

How Could A Dog Survive a Meat Farm Without A BFF?

Despite the outcry of thousands of concerned animal-lovers and the pouring in of petitions to stop this cruel and barbaric practice, the consumption of...
Bald is Beautiful, Even If You're a Homeless Pooch

Bald is Beautiful, Even If You’re a Homeless Pooch!

I don't know about you, but I think we have become too "hair-orientated' as a society. We spend scads of cash cutting, dyeing and...
Rescued From a Burning House, This Pit Bull Is Now an Honorary Firefighter

Rescued From a Burning House, This Pit Bull Is Now an Honorary Firefighter

Back home from a long day’s routine at the Hanahan Fire Department in South Carolina, firefighter William Lindler was just getting on with some...
You Need to See This Tribute to the Victim's of Michael Vick's Dog Fighting Ring

You Need to See This Tribute to the Victim’s of Michael Vick’s Dog Fighting...

Dog fighting has been around for decades. We once may have thought of this practice as one of those faraway, unmentionable "sports" that takes...
Scalded and Thrown From the 4th Floor, This Puppy Cheats Death

Scalded and Thrown From the 4th Floor, This Puppy Cheats Death

This precious little creature was only six weeks old when he suffered painfully, and nearly died, from the hands of his owner. His tiny...

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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...