Puppy Pals Around With Pachyderms At New York Zoo
A New York puppy has become the Seneca Park Zoo’s first elephant barn dog, and the pics of the pup and her new pachyderm friends are giving us all the…
SAS Andy McNabb Joins British Handlers To Save Military Dogs From Deat
While canine military service members bravely serve, UK military officials are planning to euthanize two Army dogs next week.
No Kids Allowed, But Dogs Welcome In Australian Restaurant
The restaurant of our dreams! After screaming toddler and rude mother make a scene, Aussie restaurant bans kids under 7 - but dogs of any age can come in!
Ring-Bearing Dog Loses Wedding Rings Right Before Ceremony
Dogs are often included in wedding parties. But when it comes to keeping the rings safe, perhaps you should give that job to someone more reliable!
Cash For Cuddles – Survey Finds People Willing To Rent Out Their Pet
New on the odd things of what people are willing to rent out – their pets. Some folks are really hard up for cash if they’ll let a stranger off t…
Study: Little Dogs Lie About Size With Their Pee Stream
New research suggests that little dogs may be sending a special signal in their ‘pee-mail’ that tells other dogs they are bigger than they really…
Legalization Of Marijuana Has Unexpected Side Effects For Pets
The legalization of marijuana in many states in the U.S. has brought about a side effect many may not have considered: the accidental poisoning of our dogs.
Montreal Citizens Can Voice Opinion On Montreal’s Pitbull Regulation
The City of Montreal wants to hear the voices of citizens, after repealing the city's pitbull ban that was put in place by the prior administration.
Fur Best Friends Tackle Canine Cancer Bucket List Together
When one man learned his beloved pup had cancer, he decided he wanted to make every day she had with him count, and created a bucket list for her. Now, with…
Is Your Pooch A Pessimist? Scientists Say The Answer May Be ‘Yes’
This is probably the closest you’ll get to an answer from your dog when you ask “How are you feeling?” Most of us think of dogs the way we…
Why Did This UPS Driver Adopt a Giant Pit Bull?
Life is better with a dog, but this UPS driver had a REALLY good reason to adopt Leo the Pit Bull... his mom passed away.
This Pet Carrier Received the Highest Crash Test Rating From CPS
After rigorous testing by the Center for Pet Safety, Gen7 Commuter Pet Carrier & Car Seat proved to be one of the safest carrier on the market.
Bug-Sniffing Dog Protects Pepper Crops in Canada
Pests beware! In response to a pepper weevil infestation last year, a Canadian farm has taken a dog on as a pest control staff member.
Pets In The Classroom Program Brings Money (and Pets) To Children
For the third year, the Pets in the Classroom grant program is sponsoring a Lesson Plan Contest, and elementary teachers have the chance to win!
Golden Retriever Showers New York With Handshakes and Hugs
A Golden Retriever named Loubie is making the streets of New York City a little happier, giving humans hugs and leaving them with big smiles on their faces.
AllPaws App Wants To Help You Find Your Perfect Pet Match
Tinder, Schminder! The new AllPaws app is here to set you up with the pet of your dreams. There are so many pets out there looking for their fur-ever homes.…
PBS’ ‘Shelter Me’ Puts The Spotlight On At-Risk Pets
We all know the statistics are grim: millions of dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters every year. Filmmaker Steve Latham is hoping to change that with hi…
Army Soldier Reunited With Dog She Rescued From Iraq
An Army Sergeant was reunited with a dog she rescued while on combat duty in Iraq, and they're so happy to be back together again.
Abused Husky Stands by Children as They Have Their Day in Court
A Siberian Husky in California is making a difference in the lives of neglected and abused children, as they bond over their shared abuses.
Cesar Defends Actions, Says Incident Blown Out Of Proportion
Cesar breaks his silence on claims of animal abuse while taping an episode for Cesar 911. He believes the incident is being blown out of proportion.
Global Pet Foods’ Show Us Your Heart Campaign Hits the $1.5 Million
Canadians have big hearts - especially when it comes to pets. And they've proved it once again during Global Pet Food's "Show Us Your Heart" fundraiser.
DNA Evidence Saves Dog In Case Of Mistaken Identity
It sounds a plot twist from a television crime show - DNA evidence was used to prove a case of mistaken identity for a dog who had been sentenced to death.
Drew Barrymore Scoops ASPCA’s Compassion Award
Way to go Drew! Beloved actress and animal activist Drew Barrymore is the well-deserved recipient of the ASPCA Compassion Award.
New Alabama Law Holds Dog Owners Responsible For Pets’ Actions
A new law in Alabama means that owners of dogs who seriously injure or kill a person will now be subject to felony penalties.
Scientists Say Russian Islanders Were World’s First Dog Breeders
Scientists believe that the world's first purposed dog breeders were from the Russian island Zhokhov, using them to pull sleds and hunt bears.
WWF Trains Dogs to Sniff Out Ivory and Illegal Wildlife Products
They’ve been trained to pick up the scent of contraband buried deep inside luggage, alert handlers to hidden landmines, locate cadavers and even use th…
Presidential Pups Decorate the White House Lawn for the Holidays
First Lady Michelle Obama presented the official White House Holiday decorations to the public, and First Pups Bo and Sunny were not left out!
Could Your Dog Toys Be Poisoning Your Pet?
The toys you give your dog to chew may contain chemicals that could be deadly! Learn how to choose toys that are safe for your pooch.
Special Girl Passes Her “Make-A-Wish” Wish to Help Shelter Pups
Thanks to Anna Getner and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a Connecticut dog shelter now has a brand new play room for pups to meet potential owners.
Are More Women Picking Bichons Over Babies?
Is pet parenthood overtaking motherhood? Don’t be surprised if the next time you look into a stroller expecting to go ga-ga over a cute little baby, yo…
Retired Marine Dog Awarded Highest Military Honor
It's the first time in history that a U.S. Marine Corps dog was given this prestigious award, which is the animal equivalent to the Victoria Cross.
Heart-Warming Documentary Sheds Light On Canine Lymphoma
When a dog is diagnosed with lymphoma, many people give up hope. But "My Friend: Changing the Journey" offers hope for recovery to devastated pet parents.
Happy Ending for Dogs Affected by Chicago’s Extreme Shelter Overcrow
We told you about shelter overcrowding in Chicago, and are happy to update that many of the dogs in peril of euthanasia have found their forever homes!
About 50% of Fortune 500 Companies Offer Pet Insurance to Employees
People are looking for job benefits that include pets. Pet insurance is a popular perk, as nearly half of Fortune 500 companies offer this to its employees.
Three-Legged Wiener Dog Proves Winners Never Quit
A true underdog won the Daschund Dash in Minnesota’s Canterbury Park, as a three-legged wiener dog named Ringo beat out his four-legged competitors! An…
Heroic German Shepherd Saves Platoon in Iraq
Military dogs do more than sniff out bombs on the front lines. ISIS terrorists were sent running when a fearless military dog protected his entire platoon.
Terminally Ill Patients Able to Keep Pets Thanks to Pet Peace of Mind
Best friends until the end! The Pet Peace of Mind program allows patients who are terminally ill to keep their beloved pet by their side.
United Airlines Reaches Settlement With Family Of Suffocated Puppy
United Airlines has reached a settlement with the family whose nine-month-old puppy was killed after an airline attendant insisted the dog travel in the over…
Gus Kenworthy Reunited With Gold Medal South Korean Rescue Dog
Oh, happy day! Olympic skier Gus Kenworthy has been reunited with the dog he rescued from a dog meat farm in South Korea.
Stranger’s Generosity Means Much-Needed Surgery For a Homeless Man�
An Australian woman saw a need and decided she would help--she created a GoFundMe account for a dog whose homeless owner couldn't pay for surgery.
Shelter Sensation Rami The Pitbull/Dachshund Mix To Become Therapy Dog
A true rags-to-riches story, one-of-a-kind mutt Rami is using his uniqueness to raise awareness for shelter dogs. It started as a dog-gone love story. A Rome…
Woman Sues Ex-Husband For Failing To Pay Support For Their Dog
This ex-husband had agreed to pay money towards the upkeep of their dog. However, he didn't stick to the arrangement so now he's being sued!
FDA Advises Dog Owners to Be Wary of Treat Bones This Holiday Season
It's tempting to scoop up some holiday bones for your dog's stocking, the FDA says it's received almost 70 reports of pet illnesses related to bone treats.
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Military Service Dog Receives Tearful Send-off Service [Video]
A Marine working dog received the tribute of a lifetime in his final days, as he battles cancer as valiantly as he had during his years with the Corps.
Fur Kids Push $350K Pet-Friendly Investment in Downtown Nashville
Officials in Nashville, Tennessee and Mars Petcare investing $350K to implement policy changes and pet-friendly amenities for locals and four-legged residents.
Deadly Dog Disease ‘Alabama Rot’ Afflicting Pets in the UK
Be on lookout for signs of the deadly dog disease Alabama Rot, which has shown up in confirmed cases throughout the United Kingdom recently.
Could This Be The Safest Pet Carrier Ever?
Gunner Kennels G1 Small receives the first ever dual certification for pet travel products from the Center for Pet Safety.
“Chewbarka” Lives Up To Nickname and Saves His Family From Fire
A family is thanking their lucky stars, and their chihuahua-dachshund mix, for their lives as the dog saved the entire family from a 5-alarm house fire.
Promising New Research For Treating Brain Tumors in Dogs and Humans
New research from clinical trials has shown promise for treating brain tumors in dogs, and may one day even be used to help humans!
Lazy London Pet Parents In For A Crappy Surprise
You’d better make sure you’re picking up after your dog if you live in this London neighborhood! We all know how gross it is when people don&rsqu…
Talented Drug-sniffing Dog Has $70K Bounty On Her Head
A drug-fighting German Shepherd in Colombia is so good at her job that she has a bounty on her head, and she’s been moved into hiding for her protectio…
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.
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.
“A Dog’s Way Home” Promises to Brings Feels to Moviegoers
A new movie starring Ashley Judd and Edward James Olmos will soon be hitting the big screen. "A Dog's Way Home," is promising to bring all the feels.
Chris Evans Opens Up About His New Adopted Dog, Dodger
Chris Evans may just be the perfect man. What puts him into the 'perfection' category is his sweet story of the adoption of his dog, Dodger.
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!
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.
Survey Says Pets Are a Great Excuse to Leave a Party
Need to leave a holiday party? Blame the dog! A new survey shows that a popular way to "ghost" from a seasonal soirée is to say you've got a pet at home.
Warm Winter To Blame for Increased Leptospirosis Cases
Thanks to a warm winter, U.S. veterinarians are seeing an increased amount of leptospirosis cases. Here are some recommendations to help protect your pets.
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.