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.
Research Shows Pet Ownership Saves $11.7 Billion In Health Care Costs
If you want to cut down on doctor's bills, you should adopt a pet! The HABRI Foundation releases research that shows how much pets save us in medical costs.
Runaway Dog’s PugShot Goes Viral
A Police department on the New Jersey Shore has won the Internet today, posting an adorable “PugShot” of a runaway dog from Maryland. As if pictu…
Montreal Pit Bull Ban Suspended While SPCA Challenges Bylaw
The controversial law that was a death sentence for thousands of pit bulls has been given a stay while the SPCA challenges it--but isn't permanent just yet.
Labrador Retriever Named Most Popular Breed for 26th Consecutive Year
The American Kennel Club (AKC) announced to pet owners across the nation, something many of us have known all along; Labrador Retrievers rule.
New Royal Pup’s Name A Nod To An Australian Tour?
The elusive new furry family member of Prince Harry and his Princess, Meghan Markle, has a name that might just be a nod to their upcoming fall tour of Austr…
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.
Hundreds of Dog Statues Will Honor Fallen Police Officers and K9 Partn
If you're in Chicago this summer, be on the lookout for these touching displays that honors police officers killed or wounded in the line of duty.
Ontario MPP Cheri DiNovo ‘Attacks’ Breed Restrictive Legislation
Parkdale-High MPP Cheri DiNovo is opening up with the truth about breed restrictive legislation and how she wants to change it in Ontario.
Norman the Scooter Dog Needs Help With Cancer Treatments
Norman, Guinness World Record winner and famous scooter dog, is recovering from cancer, and his new GoFundMe page helps to pay for treatment.
Research Shows Prehistoric Man Loved His Dogs As Much As We Do
Based on the remains of a dog found in a grave dating back 14,000 years, experts believe that prehistoric humans had emotional bonds with canines.
Michael Phelps Dives Into Pet Nutrition With Nulo Food’s WE DECIDE C
Olympic gold medalist Michael Phelps partners with Nulo Pet Food to encourage pet parents to offer the best in nutrition in the new WE DECIDE campaign.
Aggressiveness Gene Research in Dogs is All Bark, No Bite
Recent news about an aggressiveness gene found in dogs doesn't sit too well with me. Let me tell you why it's all bark and no bite.
Veteran’s PTSD Service Dog Banned at VA Hospital
A combat veteran was given a ticket for bringing his PTSD service dog to a VA Hospital with him, and he's planning to fight the citation in court.
After Being Mistakenly Sent to Japan, Dog Gets Home on a Private Jet
Following a string of pet-related flubs, the United Airlines goes all out to ensure that the misplaced pooch is safe and reunited with his family.
Barbra Streisand’s Beloved Dog Crosses The Rainbow Bridge
It's always heartbreaking when our pets cross the Rainbow Bridge. Just ask mega star Barbra Streisand, whose beloved Coton de Tulear Samantha recently died.
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.
FDA Issues Update On Jerky Investigation, But No Answers As To Why It
The new numbers are in – but no definitive answer as to why dogs are getting sick after eating jerky imported from China. The U.S. Food and Drug Admini…
Florida Police Officer Pays Vet Bill For Homeless Man’s Dog
A Florida police officer proved that his oath to serve and protect means includes fur family members, as he helped the dog of a homeless man who needed vet c…
Woman Turns Tragedy Into Tenderness After Losing Beloved Dog
An Arkansas woman turns her grief over the loss of her dog into acts of kindness and service to others as she celebrates the life of her furry best friend.
Nationwide Voluntary Recall Of Pet Seizure Medications
A nationwide recall has been issued for multiple C.O. Truxton veterinary anticonvulsant, anti-seizure, and antidepressant medications for pets.
New Disaster Procedures Now Include Decontaminating Canines
When it comes to disasters, it's not a matter of if, but when and where. Sanitizing methods for rescue K9s have not yet been established.
Survey Finds Dogs Influence Home Buying More Than Children
A recent survey from SunTrust reports that millennials are more influenced by their dogs than their children when it comes to buying a house.
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.
Pet Parents Being Offered Paw-ternity Leave From Employers
Wouldn't it be great to be able to stay home a few weeks with your new dog while he gets used to his surroundings? Some employers actually offer that perk!
Kinetic Pet Eye Drops Recalled Due to Bacteria Contamination
Kinetic Technologies and Kinetic Vet has voluntarily recalled Hy-Optic, OptiVet and Optimend. This recall is the result of deficiencies in sterility.
Elf on the Shelf Finally Taken Down By Family Dog
The crime scene wasn't pretty in a police officer's home, after the Elf on the Shelf was found ripped apart. The main suspect happens to be the family dog.
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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: Owning Pets Makes Better Neighbors
Fences may make better neighbors, but according to a recent study, so do pets. Being a pet owner helps foster a communal feeling in your neighborhood.
Custom Label Wine Mixes Art With Animal Rescue at Mutt Lynch Winery
California Winery launches "Wines That Gives Back" program with custom made, dog-centric wine labels aimed at supporting animal rescue organizations.
Researchers Believe Dog DNA Can Shed Light on Humans
New research is looking to uncover genetic mysteries and using dogs as the first of its kind study participants to learn more about humans.
American Kennel Club Adds 4 Dog Breeds To Its Ranks
Just in time for the New Year, the American Kennel Club gives official recognition to four dog breeds While some of them may be familiar to PetGuide readers,…
Pest Control Companies Using Dogs to Sniff Out Bedbugs
The thought of bedbugs gives us the heebie jeebies, which is why we love the idea of exterminators using trained bed bug detection dogs.
High Schoolers Help Homeless Hounds by Building Dog Houses
We're so proud of these kids and their teacher! A Florida shop teacher instills lessons of community and compassion while teaching students about carpentry.
New Airplane Pet Monitoring System Gives Pet Parents Peace of Mind
Following the death of a puppy on a United Airlines flight, a new pet monitoring system ensures that furry family members are safe when they fly.
Dazzling The Dance Floor With Matching Prom Dresses
Perfect hair, nails done, and a fab dress – all common prom concerns. Thankfully, Erin Condrin doesn’t have to do it alone: her trusty service do…
Encouraging Research Links Heart Failure Cause and Treatment for Dogs
University of Guelph and Ontario Veterinary College Researchers are working to discover the cause of dog heart failure and how to treat it genetically.
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.
Foster Mom Helps Terminally Ill Rescue Pup Fulfill His Bucket List
We hope you have your tissues handy, ‘cuz this one's a real tearjerker! But don't worry - it'll also make you smile and help restore your faith in humanity.
Researchers Look To Chinese Herbs To Treat Dog Cancer
A cancer diagnosis for our dogs can mean a shorter lifespan. A Detroit pet hospital is looking to use traditional Chinese medicine to treat spleen cancer.
Survey: Many Pet Owners Don’t Travel Due To Inadequate Boarding Opti
According to a recent survey, many pet parents opt to have a staycation because they don't want to put their dog in boarding because of cost.
New Research Shows Dogs In American Shelters At An All-Time Low
New research indicates that the occupancy of dog shelters is at an all-time low, and we applaud the efforts of animal welfare groups.
New York Rangers Add A Furry Teammate To The Roster
The National Hockey League is adding a new guy to their ranks–a yellow Labrador puppy who is training to be a service dog for a child with autism. The…
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?"
CDC Issues Warnings About Rise In Insect-Borne Diseases
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have issued warnings about mosquito-, flea- and tick-bite-borne diseases that are on the rise.
Does Pet Food Line Owned By Chocolate Company Have Solution For Fat Pe
Just like us humans, our pets are becoming obese. What can you do to help your pet stay at a healthy weight? Schedule a pet play date, says Mars Petcare.
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…
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.
Protection Dogs Offer a New Kind of Support to Domestic Abuse Victims
A security firm in Spain found that man's best friend can also be his worst enemy in situations of domestic violence, where dogs protect victims from abuse.
We Can Drink Wine and Support Guide Dogs?! Sign Us Up!
When it comes to drinking wine and supporting a cause, we're on board! A toast to Windsor Vineyards,who are donating to Guiding Eyes for the Blind.
Queen Elizabeth Falls in Love and Adopts a Corgi
Queen Elizabeth said a few years ago that she wouldn't get any more pets, but she couldn't resist adopting Whisper the Corgi.
Highly Contagious Canine Flu Making The Rounds In Los Angeles
Los Angeles County officials are warning pet owners that a strain of the canine flu is going around, so be on the lookout for symptoms.
Swine Flu Kills Two Connecticut Cats
A Connecticut veterinarian is warning residents about the possibility their cats could contract the swine flu, after two cats died from the virus.
Science Says Dogs Are Smarter Than Cats
New research is out and sheds some light on the age-old debate of who's smarter? Cats or dogs? Spoiler: Dogs are the brainiest!
Stray Dog Survives Greek Wildfires In Oven; Finds New Forever Home
The devastating wildfires in Greece have affected all the residents, including animals and pets. But one poor stray dog that was found cowering in an oven ha…
Report: Rich People Also Happen To Be Dog People
A new report has analyzed the tendencies and trends of the world's wealthiest people and found that the rich tend to be on Team Dog.
Heroic Elderly Dog Went On Secret Mission To Rescue Neighbor
A sheepdog in New Zealand went missing, but returned to his family exhausted. Because of the note left on his collar, he is now being hailed as a hero.
Baron Von Furrypants & Leonardo DiCatprio Among Top 10 Wackiest P
Get down from there, Sir Theodorable Purrsalot! If you're looking for a name that stands out from the pet crowd, consider one of these wacky monikers.
Study Reveals Dogs That Eat Canned Food at Risk for Higher BPA Exposur
Products containing BPA can disrupt endocrine functions. New research shows that dogs are at risk of exposure, specifically from commercial canned food.
Highly Contagious Dog Flu Strain On the Move, Cases Reported in 2 More
H3N2, a new canine influenza virus strain, which was first detected in Chicago kennels last March, has emerged in Washington State and Montana.