Mild Winters to Blame for Active Parasitic Infection Forecast
The Companion Animal Parasite Council (CAPC) annual report forecasts an unusually high prevalence of heartworm due to a warmer winter.
A Really Great Dane Saves Abandoned Kitten’s Eyesight
We know dogs are a man's best friend, but for a tiny cat who needed some sight-saving blood, it turns out they can be a kitten's best pal, too!
Study Shows Pet Parents And Pooches Are Lovin’ Fast Food Restaurants
If you’re a pet parent, chances are you’re super sizing that Happy Meal drive-thru order and sharing it with your dog. I love to share, and I con…
Michigan Dog Receives Eligibility Letter For Unemployment Benefits
You might have heard everything now--a man in Saugatuck, Michigan, says he's received a letter from the state granting his dog unemployment benefits.
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!
Lost Dogs Rescued From Lava On Hawaii’s Big Island
Two dogs who ran away in fear after a volcanic eruption on Hawaii's Big Island were found surrounded by lava, but now they're back at home with their human.
HABRI Study Finds Dogs De-Stress Families With Autistic Children
Even more proof that dogs do so much for people. Therapy animals are beneficial to the entire family, long-term study suggests.
Man Scams Tourists With Dyed Dog He Says is a Panda
A Russian is being investigated for defrauding tourists--he charged them big bucks to take pictures with a dog that he dyed to look like a panda.
Spanish Town Mails Dog Poop To Owners That Leave It Behind
If you don’t scoop the poop in this town, you’re in for a smelly special delivery Aren’t you sick of seeing dog poop that’s been left…
Boise State Football Team Has It’s Own Tee Retriever
Kohl is the Bronco's tee retrieving dog and his videos have hit the Internet by storm. He's such a good dog, everyone has fallen in love with him.
Canine Heroes Help US Veterans With Brain Injuries
September is National Service Dog Month. While all service dogs are heroes, a select few serve our country's heroes with honor. (Tissue alert!)
Can Therapy Dogs Affect Echocardiogram Results?
We know what effect dogs have on our how our hearts feel, but now Duke University's School of Medicine how service dogs make hearts look.
New Project Lets Kids Play Dog for a Day
There's some pretty cool stuff that'll be going on at the University of Colorado's Alliance for Technology, Learning and Society Institute.
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.
Super Sniffer Dog Helps Eradicate Invasive Ant Species
Invasive ants are a problem on the Channel Islands, but a solution has been found in the form of Tobias, the yellow Labrador Lab with a special talent.
Subaru Canada Teams Up With St. John Ambulance Therapy Dog Program
Evidence is mounting as to the therapeutic benefits that dogs bring to humans. And Subaru Canada wants to bring specially trained dogs to more people.
Chernobyl Puppies Are On Their Way To The United States
Puppies rescued from Chernobyl ruins are in quarantine in Ukraine, awaiting clean bills of health to come to the United States for adoption.
A New Generation of Bomb-Sniffing Dogs Picked Based on Brain Scans
To make sure that the puppies they chose have what it takes to complete the course, researchers are using fMRI machines to look for specific brain activity.
Game-Changing Playgroups for Shelter Dogs Now Possible After $1.5M Gra
The ASPCA and the Petco Foundation are joining forces with 'Dogs Playing For Life' to improve the quality of life for shelter dogs with structured playgroups.
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.
Study: Canine Helicopter-Moms Raise Guide Dog Dropouts
Think your dog has what it takes to be a guide dog? New research shows that pups with mothers who hover over them need not apply!
New Report Shows Army’s Failure In Taking Care Of Heroic Canines
A new report from the Department of Defense details the mishandling of the adoptions of military canines who served in Operation Enduring Freedom.
Max and Bella Top 2013 Most Popular Puppy Names
The top puppy names for 2013 is full of adorable names for your fur babies. It's a mix of human and classic monikers - Max and Bella topping the list.
U.S. Military Service Member Faces Hefty Fare To Bring Dog Home
A U.S. military service-member is looking at spending $31,000 to bring her dog to a new duty station, as United halts its PetSafe Transport Program.
Women Speak! Fido Is No Longer Just Man’s Best Friend
Survey shows a staggering 99 percent of women consider their dog as part of the family There is no better feeling then waking up next to your best friend &nd…
Dog Channels Lassie to Find Missing Cat Stuck in Manhole
A determined Border Collie mix proved that there's camaraderie in fur-power when he found a cat who had been missing for weeks.
Petco’s New Store Is A One-Stop-Shop for Pets and Their Pawrents
The pet retail giant opened the doors of their first PetCoach store, a one-stop shop to take care of your pet's every need, from food to grooming.
Pennsylvania Looks To Ban Puppy Mill Sales
A new bill in the Pennsylvania legislature would ban the sale of animals from ‘puppy mills’ in state pet stores. A new bill legislators in Pennsy…
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!
Concert Cellist Performs for Florida Humane Society Shelter
Professional cellist Natalie Helm performed for a very select group of furry music lovers Florida's Humane Society of Sarasota County.
The Beautiful Final Moments of A Much-Loved Military Service Dog
A canine hero passes away and receives a fitting tribute. Rico the military hero dog was given his final salute surrounded by friends and family.
Strike a Yoga Pose and Help Shelter Cats Find New Homes
The yoga-classic 'cat pose' is taking on a whole new meaning. As well as stretching, this free yoga class is helping find shelter cats furever homes.
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.
Super Sniffer Police Dog Finds Kidnapped Girl
What a nose! Thanks to her super sniffer, heroic search dog Deja, saves a kidnapped girl's life. She's a regular Sherlock Holmes!
Meghan Markle’s Royal Beagle Gets His Own Children’s Book
What happens when your life plays out like a literal fairytale? Well, you can read all about it an illustrated children's book about Guy the Beagle.
Land of the Strays is Doggie Heaven on Earth!
If you've ever wanted to be completely surrounded by dogs, book a trip to Costa Rica. That's where you'll find Land of the Strays, where dogs run freely.
Four Paws Up! Detroit Opens Its First No-Kill Dog Shelter
Finally, a little good news for the down-on-its-luck city. And for Detroit, its first no-kill shelter couldn't come at a better time for abandoned pooches.
Revolutionary New Blood Test Helps Diagnose Canine Cancer
A user-friendly electronic system for diagnosing lymphoma and remission monitoring in dogs is the first of its kind. For many of us, our pets are our best fr…
Worst Guard Dogs Ever Welcome Burglars With Wagging Tails
Two "Guard Dogs" did a lot of watching, but not a lot of guarding their home in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. They even allowed robbers to give some love!
Experts Share Lyme Forecast Maps To Help Prevent Disease
The warm winter has led to heavy parasitic infection forecasts for pets. Researchers released a forecasting map that predicts risk for Lyme disease in dogs.
California Woman Flees Fires Carrying 70-Pound Dog in a Bag
The California wildfires have residents fleeing their homes for their lives. One woman refused to leave without her dog, carrying him in a duffel bag.
Service Dog Dropout Finds New Career Path in District Attorney’s Off
Not every dog is up for the challenge of being a service dog. But when one doggy door closes, another opens with an opportunity to really strut their stuff.
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!
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.
Sky-Diving Dogs Take African Poachers Out
You may have heard the term, "When Pigs Fly," but what about flying dogs? These amazing canines take high-flying to a whole new level!
Study: Dog’s Inner Poop Compass Lines Up With Earth’s Axis
I’m going to think twice the next time I get annoyed at Oscar taking his time to find the perfect pooping spot. It turns out his compulsion to turn in…
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.
Labrador Helping Mexico’s Earthquake Efforts Earns Presidential Than
As Mexico picks pieces of life back up after devastating earthquakes that recently struck, a Labrador Retriever is emerging as a hero in the rescue efforts.
Drug-Resistant Infection Outbreak in People Connected to Pet Store Pup
About 118 people were affected by the resistant bacteria strain, and it was all because of pet stores over-treating puppies with antibiotic medications.
German Shepherd and Orphaned Moose Become Fast Friends
An odd couple is giving the Internet all the feels as an orphaned moose and a shepherd named Leo became fast friends in Wallagrass, Maine.
Bravo Issues Voluntary Recall of Pet Food
Bravo has issued a nationwide recall of pet food for dogs and cats because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. Listeria m…
Do Pets Create Community?
There's no doubt that we share a strong bond with our pets. But does this special bond translate to become its own community?
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.
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.
Gus Kenworthy Rescues Another Puppy From Korea
Olympic skier and all-around amazing human Gus Kenworthy has adopted a new puppy into their family, just months after his beloved puppy Beemo died of a heart…
LA Looks at Vegan Diet For All Shelter Dogs, Despite Veterinary Recomm
As more people consider pets their 'family,' they are feeding them humans diets. A new proposal, if passed, will make LA shelter dogs vegan.
The Urge To Accessorize Our Dogs
Playing dress-up with our dogs – have we gone too far? We love to dress up our dogs. It could be as simple as a snazzy collar or a cute bow. It could b…
Liev Schreiber Adopts Two Hurricane Harvey Pups
After the devastation of Hurricane Harvey, Actor Liev Schreiber decided to make a difference in the lives of two shelter puppies!
Is Your City Pet-Friendly? Here’s A List of Traits All Furball-Frien
Mars Petcare US's Better Cities for Pets™ program outlines 12 traits every city must have before it's considered to be a pet-friendly community.
Thanks for Helping Us Reach 2000 YouTube Followers!
Woo hoo! We did it - and PetGuide.com couldn't have done it without you! We're celebrating a big milestone and we wanted to thank you personally.