ASPCA Wants The Department of Justice To #GetTough On Dog Fighting Law
Help save dogs from the fighting ring by urging the Justice Department to pursue more dog fighting cases! It’s a despicable crime that was outlawed in…
High School Student’s Service Dog Inspires Legislation Against Discr
It's sad to see people denied service in places because their service dogs are not welcome, but legislation in New Jersey may make discrimination illegal.
The Tails Of NYC RescueMen Calendar Is Pawsitively Fetching
Hunky men? Check. Precious pooches? Check. Cuddly kitties? Check. Good cause? Check. This calendar’s got it all. We’ll take one for every room of…
High-Tech Buddy Collar Shines LED Light On Your Dog’s Health And Muc
Sophisticated enough for spies but made for the average dog, Buddy Collar’s Kickstarter campaign is on a mission to raise funds for its collar that tra…
This Cool Startup Promises a Solution for Guilty Pet Parents
Pupple's innovative tech lets you keep an eye on your precious pooch while you're away- and makes it a fun experience for them, too.
“MuttCracker” Princess Pig Pirouettes On Stage For Charity
The Birmingham Ballet's MuttCracker stars Pig the fairy princess, and helps raise money for the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.
New York’s Potential Dog Poop Problem Will Scare The Crap Out Of You
One blogger figures out what would happen if all New Yorkers decided not to Poop and Scoop Ahhhhh, the quiet calm and relaxation of a winter wonderland &ndas…
An Idea We Like A Latte: Indiegogo Campaign For NYC Dog Café
I can have coffee and puppy kisses in one place? Please, take all my money! When I think of dogs in the Big Apple, I envision dog walkers being dragged throu…
Top 7 Luxe Pet Friendly Hotels Where Posh Pooches Can Get Away From It
It’s a dog’s life! To get away from the stress of the dog park, canines can check in for an ultimate hotel experience You want to get away fro…
Quiz: Can You Name These Tiny International Dog Breeds?
Some of North America's most beloved small dog breeds are imports from around the world. We bet you didn't know the backstory of these 10 small dogs.
Go Green: This Stylish Pet Bed Is Made From Recycled Plastic Bottles
GEMMA bed is a comfy, chic bed for pets that's made entirely out of discarded plastic bottles. For each bed, 75-150 bottles are being recycled.
Teen’s Inspiring Mission Will Melt Your Heart And Brighten Your Wall
Annie Blumenfeld and her rescue dog, Teddy, have a calling: to raise money and awareness for other rescue pups in need What were you doing when you were 16?…
13 Puppies Who Can’t Wait To Start Their First Day of Work
These puppies are on a mission - to serve their community and be the best service dogs ever! Take a gander at these pooches starting their new jobs.
Quiz: Match the High School Stereotype With the Dog Breed
Nerd, jock, class clown, fashionista - dogs are a lot like teenage high school students. Can you match the high school stereotype to the dog breed?
Dogs In Food Instagram Photos Serve Up Delightful Doggie Dishes
Art imitating life has new meaning as a New York artist has created a photo series that combines dogs and food for delicious adorableness. An adorable photo…
Gen Y Dogma: The Worst Halloween Dog Costumes Ever
Halloween is almost here, and Christina Peden talks why she’s dressing Matilda up in a dog costumes… but she has her limits. And if you dress up your dog in one of her worst Halloween dog costumes ever, your house is in for a rotten egg-stravaganza and TPing you’ll never be able to clean up.
London Pop-Up Bar Employs Dogs as Servers
Londoners were treated to more than a cocktail last weekend. These lucky customers of the world's first-ever bar with a waitstaff made up entirely of dogs.
PlayDate is Fetch for Next Gen Dog Nerds
No matter where you are, take time out to play fetch with your dog. PlayDate takes the standard ball and goes 2.0 with an app, built-in camera and treats.
10 Sweet Stocking Stuffers for Your Dog
Your dog should have a stocking hanging over the fireplace mantle. Stuff it with these awesome holiday gifts that will put your pup in the festive spirit.
This AI-Powered Camera Will Make Sure You Capture Every Precious Momen
The OBSBOT Tail, presented to the public as the "world's first auto-director AI camera" just rolled out a new feature that is certain to draw in pet owners.
New Social Media Network Wants to Help Obese Pets Lose Weight
CareCorrals, an interactive web tool that acts as a virtual community, hopes to promote better health in pets by encouraging and supporting pet owners.
World’s Oldest Dog Celebrates His 31st Birthday
It’s never easy to get yourself into the Guinness Book of World Records, especially if you are a dog. But for Bobi, that’s not an issue, because he is proudly the world’s oldest dog ever!
ResQwalk App Wants You To Step Up To Benefit Animal Rescues
Walking doesn’t just get you from point A to point B. Thanks to a free mobile app, every step you take earns money for animal charities. Dogs love thei…
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Military Dogs
The K9s who make the cut are the bravest of the brave. If you were impressed with them before, wait until you learn these amazing facts about military dogs.
The Latest in Dog Travel Essentials From Global Pet Expo
At 2013 Global Pet Expo, we saw so many new and fashionable ways to travel with your pup. Here are just a few of the options we spotted.
Brother One-Ups His Twin’s Baby Photo With His Kitty Interpretations
Finding the right birthday gift can be hard. But we think this brother nailed it, when he recreated his sister's Instagram photos in the most unique way!
Top 10 Low Maintenance Dogs
In our busy lives, it's easy to see why many people choose easy-going pups. If you've got no time for drama, stick to one of these low maintenance dogs!
The Global Dog Wants To Make Your Dog a Star
Social media app Global Dog lets dog lovers connect to each other and their dogs, and could make your dog the next social media star!
Furry Yappers Could Be Fined $25k in Canadian Town
A city in Ontario, Canada, is taking a big bite out of the budget of its noisiest citizens and hopes other communities will soon follow.
Top 10 Best Watch Dogs
Watch out - these 10 dog breeds have their alert eyes on what's going on around them. And that's why they made it onto this Best Watch Dogs list!
Lucy Pet’s Gnarly Crank’n K-9 Wave Maker Heads to Woofstock 2017
Surf's up at Woofstock 2017 as Lucy Pet leaves California and heads to Toronto to help Canuck canines hang ten in their Gnarly Crank'n K-9 Wave Maker.
Help Kickstart a Documentary About a Real-Life Doghouse Rescue
Here's a Kickstarter that'll tug at your heartstrings. "Life in the Dog House" follows two rescuers who have brought 10,000 dogs into their home.
Artist Adds Pets to Historical Paintings in Hyper Realistic Style
Animal lovers rejoice! Now your pet can go down in history AND add some super cool style to your interior space. We'll take one for every room, please.
A Motorcycle Ride to Raise Money for Pets? Yes Please.
Hogs 4 Paws is looking to put the FUN back in fundraising. Join them with their 2nd Annual Rescue Ride for Animals in Denton, Texas this May!
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.
10 Weird Things Our Pets Do When No One is Watching
From dogs to parrots, pets do some pretty hilarious things when they think we aren't looking. Here are a few moments that have us scratching our heads.
2017’s Top 10 Wacky Dog and Cat Names
Dunkin Butterbeans, Yeti Spaghetti, Ninja Killer Nine Thousand, and Jabba the Butt are just a few of the wackiest names of 2017.
Not-At-All Weird Guy Wants to “Hang Out” With Your Pets
He'll walk your dog for free, just because. An Australian man raises some eyebrows with a bizarre flyer, but he says he means well.
Detection Dogs Can Now Sniff Out Malaria From Your Socks
A team of UK researchers successfully trained dogs to detect people infected by malaria simply by smelling their clothes.
“Best Province To Be An Animal Abuser” Introduces New Animal Prote
Tired of the title "best province to be an animal abuser," Quebec sees the light and gets on-board with a new law that will protect the rights of animals.
Rescued Pittie Goes Bonkers For Bonnets
A Pitbull named Abigail was rescued from a horrible situation. Now she's got a new mom, and people all over the world are sending her hats-ful of love!
Top 10 Long Haired Cat Breeds
These cats never have a bad hair day! Boasting downy soft and luxuriant locks, these long haired cat breeds are bushy balls of kitty goodness.
Turkey Passes Law That Requires Pet Parents To Undergo Mandatory Train
Now here’s a law that makes a lot of sense to us. Turkey has just pass a law that anyone who wants to own a pet now has to pass a certification and wil…
The Best Gifts For Pet Lovers
Wrap them up or keep 'em for yourself! Here are the jolly picks that made it onto my holiday list this year (hint, hint!).
Happy Ending For Bi-Ped Puppy Mill Rescue
A rescued puppy mill dog with two legs is living a life with the happiest of endings, after his new dad travelled across the country to bring him home.
Foodie Pooches Give Seattle Barkery Food Truck 4 Paws Up
Roaming gourmet food trucks are all the rage with humans... so it's no wonder why the trend is catching on with pet parents and their pooches.
If You’re Happy And You Know It… So Does Your Dog!
Yay Science! Now we have proof that our dogs recognize what it means when we smile (or frown). Being a dog trainer, I see how dogs interact with their owners…
New Ohio Laws Fine Drivers With Distracting Dogs
We all know driving while distracted is dangerous, but have you ever thought about distraction from your pets while driving? One town in Ohio has, and now ha…
Art Has Gone To the Dogs (and Cats) in These Awesome Playing Cards
John Littleboy's "Pack of Dog" playing cards are a viral phenomenon. These fun cards let dogs and cats be part of your winning hand!
Too Cute for Words: Golden Retriever Max Is the Official Mayor of a Ca
Meet the adorable Maximus Mighty Dog Mueller II, a 5-year-old Golden Retriever that's proud to be the official mayor of Idyllwild, California.
Top 6 Dog Breeds That Are Made in Canada
Canada has given the world some of its most popular dog breeds, so let's take the time to celebrate these eh-mazing pooches.
15 Hilarious Dirty Dogs Who Don’t Give a Damn
After a stressful day, these pooches needed to relax in a a mud bath! Here are 15 of the dirtiest dogs who couldn't care less about what their owners think.
BounceBack Botanicals: Our “Best In Show” From Global Pet Expo 201
Global Pet Expo 2017 was full of amazing natural products. It was hard to choose just one, but BounceBack Botanicals from Pawflex was a standout.
Ex-Banker Banned From United States Forever For Animal Cruelty
A judge in Manhattan has essentially banned an ex-banker from the United States because of his conviction for animal cruelty in a situation the man claims he…
Top 10 Yappy Dog Breeds
Big yips come out of little packages. The barkers on our top 10 yappy dog breeds list have something to say, and they're not shy about speaking their minds!
Show And Tell: Pets In The Classroom Get An A+
Non-profit organization Pets in the Classroom offers grants to help teach students about pets Growing up, my family always had pets as a way to help teach us…
Canine Investigators on the Trail of Amelia Earhart
There are a lot of things scent dogs are trained to do, and researchers are hoping that one of them will be finding the remains of aviator Amelia Earhart!
Top 10 Holiday Gift Guide For Dogs 2014
I’m the first to admit that I tend to go a little overboard when it comes to buying Oscar gifts for the holiday season. I can’t help myself &n…
Walkzee Kickstarter Wants To Pair Dogless Walkers With A Shelter Pooch
Who wants to go for walkies with shelter dogs? If you raised your hand, then this Kickstarter project is for you! With urban sprawl running rampant (and with…
Study: Empathetic People Are Better Able To Read Dog Expressions
Do you feel like you and your dog have a special connection? If you're empathetic, a new study claims that you may be right.