Experts Warn: Blue-Green Algae Potentially Lethal to Dogs
Harmful algal blooms that can be found in New York State's fresh water are known to be toxic to dogs, and, in some cases, even fatal.
Study: Your Dog’s Sweet Dreams Are Because of You!
A Harvard researcher confirmed the unconscious connection between dogs and their humans. It turns out that when your dog sleeps, he probably dreams of you!
UK Military Dogs Honored for Service With Bravery Award
Military dogs and handlers of the 1st Military Working Dog Regiment have been given bravery awards for their noble acts during their service in Afghanistan.
Petco Pulls All Pet Treats Made In China From Stores
Woo hoo! Way to go Petco! The mega pet store chain has just announced that it will stop selling all pet treats (dog and cat) that are made in China. All of t…
Gorgeous Blondes Gather To Celebrate The Golden Retriever’s Birthday
The Golden Retriever just marked its 150th Breed Anniversary and 361 fair-haired doggos gathered at a Scottish estate to celebrate. Legend has it that 150 ye…
Two Flint-Area Dogs Test Positive for Lead Poisoning
The toxic water in Michigan is making dogs sick. Lead-contaminated water in Flint is named as the culprit behind the first two cases of poisoning in dogs.
Voluntarily Recall Of Five Rachael Ray Nutrish Wet Cat Food Varieties
Ainsworth Pet Nutrition of Meadville, PA is voluntarily recalling five varieties of Rachael Ray Nutrish wet cat food, including Ocean Fish-a-licious, Lip Sma…
Study: Dogs Sync Behaviors With Humans Without Being Told To
Are you and your dog are really 'in sync'? A group of researchers decided to look into it, and turns out dogs really do look to their humans for the lead.
Nail & Bone and Halle Berry’s Nail Polish Collection Helps Rescue Pe
This holiday season, flaunt festive shades of nail polish by nail & bone--with every purchase, 20% of the proceeds go pet rescue and adoption organizations.
Study: Dog Walking is Great Exercise for the Elderly
A recent study shows that older people who walk dogs have better levels of physical activity than those who are not dog walkers.
Family Pittie Protects Children From Venomous Snake Attack
A Florida couple will be forever grateful to their brave pitbull after saving their grandchildren from venomous snake bites.
Great News: Nevada’s New Bill 185 Bans Lease-to-Own Dogs
You may have heard about this dog scam - you can "Lease-to-own" a pooch. States are cracking down on it - Nevada has now banned the disturbing trend.
New Company Claims Age-Reversal Treatment in Dogs Will Also Benefit Hu
A company out of Harvard University wants to use gene therapy on dogs to reverse aging, and hoping that there's a future for humans as well.
Official Canine Town Ambassador Visits Constituents Daily
Every town needs a doggy ambassador! You never forget who your friends are, and this rescued pup proves that point in a way that makes our hearts melt.
Pet Taxis Are Big Business in South Korea
Pet ownership has grown rapidly in South Korea and with it, a new type of business is flourishing. The pet taxi! Could this roll out worldwide?
The Rock In A Wet T-Shirt Holding 2 Puppies. You’re Welcome
Best. Picture. Ever. This is one wet t-shirt contest we would want front row tickets to. All we can say is that those are some pretty lucky puppies... sigh!
‘Shelter to Service’ Helps Save Veterans, One Dog at a Time
The American Humane celebrates its first graduating class of service dogs trained to bond with veterans and their families.
Florida Politician Wrestles Alligator to Save Dog’s Life
There are politicians who make promises they never follow through with and there are politicians who will fight alligators for their constituents!
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Man’s Dying Wish Granted as His Dog Finds Forever Home [Video]
A California man whose dying wish was that his beloved beagle mix would be adopted has come true, as Rowdy is living in her new furever home.
Study: Being Man’s Best Friend May Be Written In Dogs’ Genes
A new study has found a link between human connectivity and specific genes in Beagles, and helps answer the question, "Why is a dog Man's Best Friend?"
Google Pets Turns Into a Bow-Wow Browser to Help Shelter Dogs
Life at the shelter can be lonely for dogs. That's why Google is bringing them into its offices for a day off to partner with lucky employees.
Fidelco Receives $100,000 To Train Service Dogs For Veterans
Thanks to a $100K grant from the US Department of Defense, the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation place two service dogs free of charge to visually impaired vets.
HSUS Declares California Most Humane State in the US
California comes in again as the most Humane State in the US, according to the HSUS, while Mississippi rounds out the bottom of the list.
Most Epic Dog Resume Ever Gets Dog Hired as Professional Best Friend
Today's job market forces us to put our best foot forward. Turns out that one pup had some human help putting her best paw forward with an adorable resume!
Are You Your Dog’s Favorite Person? Scientists Don’t Think So
A recent study reveals that context and environment can change the way a dog treats their owner. Spoiler alert: you might not like to know how. People who pr…
Dangerous “Strep Zoo” Making The Rounds in Arizona Pets
Officials in Arizona say that at least one dog has died from Streptococcus Zooepidemicus, and over 30 others show similar symptoms.
Scientists Propose New Non-Invasive Spay and Neuter Procedure
Researchers at the University of Guelph are testing a new non-surgical sterilization method that could ultimately save the lives of thousands of animals.
Study Shows Dogs Prefer Owners Over Food
We always knew it! Scientists at Emory University in Atlanta GA recently proved that most dogs prefer their owners over food.
Barbra Streisand Shares New Cloned Dogs With World
Barbra Streisand's Coton du Tulear, Samantha, passed away, and she recently shared that has cloned two new pups from Samantha's mouth and stomach cells.
Report: Best And Worst US States For Animal Protection Laws
A new report by the Animal Legal Defense Fund has ranked states based on their laws and the punishments for breaking them.
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Chihuahua May Break World Record With Birth of 11 Puppies [Video]
A rescued chihuahua in Kansas gave birth to 11 puppies on National Puppy Day, possibly breaking a world record! Way to go!
Ohio Business Man Braves The Cold For Family Pets
An Ohio man wants to show how domestic animals are not equipped to deal with winter weather in an extreme way--he's sleeping outside in the cold.
Bipartisan PAWS Act To Help Veterans With PTSD
The PAWS Act is a bipartisan bill is aimed at providing service dogs to U.S. military vets who are diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
Study: Discovery Made to Genetic Link in Dog Disc Disease
Disc disease, known as chondrodystrophy, in some breeds is a common cause of back pain and paralysis. New research now may change that understanding.
Don’t Worry Human, Science Says Your Dog Loves You… Lots
The way pooches spread the love to anyone and everyone at the dog park, it can sometimes seem like our dogs don’t discriminate in their affections; but…
Former Rescue Bully Crowned 37th Annual Beautiful Bulldog
From rags to riches, Vincent stole everyone's hearts with his positive attitude and ever-wagging tail, earning him the 2016 Most Beautiful Bulldog award.
Retired TSA Dogs Are Looking for Loving Homes
Looking to earn some frequent flyer cuddles? These dogs are hanging up their airport security gear to snuggle their way into your life.
Top 10 Wackiest Dog Names of 2013 Announced
Topping the list of 10 Wackiest Dog Names of 2013 are Sir Knuckles da Dragon, HotRod Whoofington and Captain Underpants. We love these names!
Finding Rover Helps Reunite Hurricane Harvey Pets With Their Families
An app sponsored by Finding Rover, Petco Foundation and Houston SPCA is helping displaced pets get back to their humans with facial recognition technology.
Top Dogs Honored With AKC Humane Fund Awards For Canine Excellence
When it comes to going above and beyond, these five heroic dogs came to the rescue. Congrats to the AKC ACE dogs who saved, protected or enriched our lives,
Like Owner, Like Dog: Study Proves Dogs Pick Up Our Behavior
The paper investigated the connection between canine behavior issues and personalities, emotional states, and training methods of their pawrents.
Bride Rejects Marriage Proposal Because Groom Hates Dogs
You never dump your furry BFF for a man! A woman is offered a marriage proposal, with the ultimatum that she gives up her dog - guess who she chooses?
Big Bang Theory: The Science Behind Dogs & Loud Noise
Why do some dogs hate fireworks, while others seem unaffected by the sound? New research studies the behavior behind noise sensitivities.
Study: Pup Parents Plaster Social Media With Dog Pics
We use social media to update the world on our everything we love. New information shows we use social media for pet postings approximately once a day!
Dog Food Drama Over as Purina and Blue Buffalo Settle Lawsuits
Nestle Purina and Blue Buffalo finally hug it out after an almost 2-year lawsuit showdown over false advertising claims. The verdict: everything's cool now.
Experts Say 2016 Will Be the Year of Ticks and Mosquitoes
The 2016 Parasite Forecasts predicts plenty of mosquitoes and ticks, which increases the chance that your pet may catch a parasite-transmitted disease.
Study Suggests Well-Behaved Dogs Have Less-Stressed Owners
A new study recently published in the Journal of Veterinary Behavior suggests that there is a correlation between how dog owners believe their pets behavior…
Anderson Cooper Donates Bulletproof Vests to Virginia K9 Unit
Four paws up for Anderson Cooper! The CNN news anchor steps up to buy bulletproof vests for every K9 in the Norfolk, Virginia police department.
Cesar Millan Cleared of Animal Cruelty Charges
The "Dog Whisperer" came under intense public scrutiny when a dog he was training attacked a pig. But police have cleared Millan of any wrong doing.
Olympian Skier Gus Kenworthy Saves 90 Pups From Dog Meat Farm
Gus Kenworthy may not have brought a gold medal home, but he's bringing home something even more priceless--a new furry family member.
Surveillance Video Vindicates Dog Groomer Falsely Accused on Facebook
A dog groomer almost lost his business because of a false Facebook review, but was vindicated, and his business is grooming booming again.
US Postal Service Says Dog Bite Numbers Are on the Rise
Kicking off Bite Prevention Week, the US Postal Service is reporting the highest number of dog attacks on employees in 30 years.
Study: Your Dog’s Experiences Let Him Know If You Are a Good Human
New research shows that dogs really do have technique to how they view whether a human is 'good' or 'bad,' and it's related to their exposure to humans.
Lawsuit Alleges Rachel Ray’s Dog Food Contains Pesticide
Rachel Ray is part of a class-action lawsuit about her ‘Nutrish’ dog food line, with customers saying her ‘natural’ food contains che…
New Study Proves Dogs Recognize Human Emotion
Science can be touchy-feely. If you've ever wondered if a dog can really understand how you feel when you're upset or excited, the answer is: Yes, they can!
Search and Rescue Dog’s First Find Brings Little Boy Back To His Fam
A volunteer German Shepherd search and rescue dog's first find brought a five-year-old lost little boy back to his family, safe and sound.
17th Annual AKC Humane Fund Awards Honor Hero Dogs
Five amazing dogs have been chosen as winners of the AKC Humane Fund. From K-9 and search and rescue, to therapy, these dogs go above and beyond.
It’s a Dog’s World: Artist Paints 345 Dog Breeds Onto a Map
Each of the 345 dog breeds she painted was placed in their country of origin, which makes for a puppy-filled world map any dog lover would love to have!
Mysterious Bladerunner 2049 Dog Wins Palm Dog USA Award
Bladerunner 2049 had fans wondering what happened to Deckard's dog. Turns out the unknown, uncredited dog won the first-ever title of Palm Dog USA prize!
Pilot Rescues Dogs From Puerto Rico and Finds New Best Friend
While Puerto Rico is still recovering from Hurricane, a pilot who helped rescue efforts fell in love - with a lovely girl named Pinky.