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This Good Samaritan Has Driven More Than 1 Million Miles to Save 30,000 Dogs

This Good Samaritan Has Driven More Than 1 Million Miles to Save 30,000 Dogs

Truck drivers are the backbone of America. Without truck drivers we wouldn’t have the products that we use every day. From the building materials...
Scientists Using Shelter Dogs to Sniff Out Rare Gorillas

Scientists Use Shelter Dogs to Sniff Out Rare Gorillas

In recent years scientists have begun to realize the potential that dogs can have on their research. They have been using canines more and...
Gifted Puppy Will Help Fight Terrorism in France

Gifted Puppy Will Help Fight Terrorism in France

Last week, I wrote about Diesel, the police service dog who lost his life in the line of duty in Paris, France. Diesel was...
Blood Sugar Detection Dog Saves Child’s Life

Blood Sugar Detection Dog Saves Child’s Life

Diabetic alert dog saved a young boy when monitors couldn't detect low blood sugar in time. When Luke Nuttall was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes...
Play With Your Dog And Perform Scientific Research At the Same Time

Play With Your Dog And Perform Scientific Research At the Same Time

Over the past decade or so, scientists have been exploring canine cognition and behavior in much greater detail than ever before. As humans develop...
New Study - We Now Know What Mayas Used to Do With Dogs Over 2,500 Years Ago

We Now Know What Mayas Used to Do With Dogs Over 2,500 Years Ago

New study found that Mayas raised and traded dogs for ceremonies, kept them as guardians and pets, and did not differentiate between breeds. Growing up,...
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Dogs Talk to Humans In 19 Different Ways, Study Reveals

Unsurprisingly, to some, dogs send signals to their owners if they want to eat and drink, go outside to play, or long for a...
man and pet dog both diagnosed with kidney cancer at the same time

Owner and Pet Dog Both Diagnosed with Kidney Cancer

Just a few months apart, a kidney cancer diagnosis was made for a father of three and his companion Labrador.  By the time he learned...
Dog Abandoned and Dying Gets Life Extended by Love

Dog Abandoned and Dying Gets Life Extended by Love

A very ill and abandoned senior dog hit the jackpot when a family took her in to spend the last of her days in...
Teen Expanding the Pet Sitting Business She Started When She Was Just 9 Years Old

Teen Expanding the Pet Sitting Business She Started When She Was Just 9 Years...

Apparently 25 is Allie Clegg's lucky number. In 2025 she will be 25 years old. By that time she hopes to have 25 locations...
Some Dog Food Companies Hire Human Taste Testers

Some Dog Food Companies Hire Human Taste Testers

If you think of all the jobs in the world that you would never want to have, dog food taste tester probably doesn’t even...
Researchers Found That Dogs Can Detect Diseases That Kill Trees

Researchers Found That Dogs Can Detect Diseases That Kill Trees

New study demonstrates how man's best friend is helping scientists sniff out what's killing avocado trees in Florida. "It is the best 'technology' so far...

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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...
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How Often Should I Take My Dog to the Vet?

KEY TAKEAWAYS: Puppies up to 12 months should be taken to the vet every 3 to 4 weeks for their initial vaccines, while adult...
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11 Signs Your Dog’s Diet is Causing Health Problems

Your dog may be eating enthusiastically every day, but that doesn't always mean they're healthy! As in humans, diet plays a major role in a...
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10 Muddy Yard Solutions for Dogs: Keep Your Yard Clean and...

I'm sure many dog owners with backyards can relate to this problem. High-energy dog, running around the yard, digging, and wearing down your beautifully manicured...
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How to Set Up a Home Office With a Pet Space...

For some, working from home is a gift that keeps on giving. No commute, zero prep time needed, and best of all, you get...
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How to be a Digital Nomad With a Dog

Imagine working anytime, from anywhere in the world, with your dog by your side! For many modern pet parents, that's the dream—combining remote work with...