Great Danes and St. Bernards Part of Kentucky Neighborhood’s “11 D
A neighborhood in Lexington, Kentucky has received notice that 11 dog breeds, including Huskies, Great Danes and German Shepherds have been banned.
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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.
Highly Contagious H3N2 Canine Influenza Arrives in Canada
As if the recording breaking temps weren't enough to drive you inside, now Canadians have to brace for the possibility of a canine influenza outbreak!
It’s Official – Walking Your Dog Helps Men Pick Up Women
We’re so glad someone put in the effort and research to make it official. According to a recent Australian study, walking your dog is one of the top fi…
Subaru Shares The Love With The Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation
Subaru's "Share the Love, Share the Vision" Campaign raises $27,348 for Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, whose mission is to breed, trainand place guide dogs.
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.
Oscar De La Renta Launches New Designer Coats For Dogs
Oscar de la Renta Dog Coats – High fashion for posh pooches OMD! I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I am to learn that iconic fashion hou…
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.
Study Reveals One-Third of Pet Parents Doesn’t Protect Their Pets Fr
When asked about treating fleas and ticks in their pets, more than one-third of pet owners said that they don't protect their furbabies from insect bites.
Amazing Animal Rescuer Named as a GoFundMe Hero
GoFundMe announced their second Hero of April–New Jersey animal advocate and rescuer, Caitlin Cimini. What a coincidence… we think she’s p…
Chicago Comfort Dogs Head to Orlando Following Tragedy
Sometimes, there's nothing like the comfort of an animal when we're at our lowest. And right now, Orlando needs all the support it can get.
New Study Finds Dogs Don’t Take Bad Advice
A new study conducted at the Yale Canine Cognition Center has shown that you may give a dog advice, but if he thinks it's bad, he's not going to take it!
Woman Covertly Smuggles Dog Into Hospital to See Sick Grandmother
A young woman swaddled her dog to look like a baby in order to cheer up her hospitalized grandmother, and the pics have gone viral!
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.
New Research Shows Dogs Help Their Humans Live Longer
We know that dogs make our lives better in immeasurable ways, but new research from Sweden shows that they actually can help us live longer lives as well!
Family Flew Home To Chicago But Their Dog Gets Left Behind In Germany
After landing in the United States, a family from St. Louis was shocked to realize their family pet was left stranded in Frankfurt.
Labrador Retriever Takes AKC’s Top Spot for 25th Consecutive Year
The votes are in! Where did your favorite dog breed place on the American Kennel Club's 2015 Most Popular Dogs in the U.S. list?
PetCo’s Barkyard Box Seats Are Perfect For Catching Fly Balls and Ho
Take in a ball game at "The Barkyard presented by Petco," six brand new semi-private dog-friendly viewing boxes available at every Padres' home game.
Survey Says Pet Parents Celebrate Their Pets More Than Ever
According to the results of a new study from Mars Petcare US, pet parents celebrate their furbabies with paw-tastic parties.
Service Dog Runs For Help For His Human In The Hospital
A service dog named Thorr took it upon himself to alert nurses when his human was having a seizure and needed immediate help!
Study: Service Dog Credibility Questioned By Retail Workers
A recent study shows that many U.S. Retail Employees don't have a clear understanding of the importance of service dogs for those with PTSD.
Last Surviving 9/11 Search and Rescue Dog Given Hero’s Farewell
Bretagne, the last of the nearly 300 search and rescue dogs that worked at Ground Zero following 9/11 has been laid to rest at the age of 16.
Nicole Miller Designs Pet Products to Benefit Puppies Behind Bars Prog
Nicole Miller has designed a new puppy line. All proceeds go to Puppies Behind Bars, an organization that trains inmates to help prepare service dogs.
New Research Shows Dogs Can Be Generous
As if you needed a reason to be an animal lover, new research shows that dogs can be generous, especially when it comes to sharing with someone they know.
Vet Uses Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine for Senior Dogs
Advances in stem cell therapy grow in leaps and bounds, and veterinarians are turning to regenerative treatments for their furry patients.
Queen Elizabeth’s Beloved Corgi Crosses the Royal Rainbow Bridge
The Queen's beloved Corgi Holly has died, one of the last of a Royal Legacy, and Her Majesty will not be looking to add any more to her regal brood.
Wellness Teams With Jackson Galaxy Foundation To Feed Pets In Need
'Tis the season to give with Wellness and Jackson Galaxy. For a limited time, buy Wellness Pet Food at Chewy.com and they'll donate a meal to a shelter pet.
Young Students Build Dog Houses for Homeless Pups
When you hear about inspiring stories like this, you know that the kids of today are going to make a difference in the world. Way to go guys!
Donation From Realtor Connects 1000 Pets With Their Furever Homes
A realtor volunteered to pay the adoption fees for any pet adopted from the Front Street Animal Shelter. Now, over 1,000 shelter pets have found new homes!
Research Suggests Better Survival Rates for Dogs With Bloat
Gastric dilation and volvulus, or bloat, can be deadly to dogs, but recent research is showing that it's not as much the death sentence as it was once.
15,000 of New Zealand’s Furry Citizens Might Have Defective Microchi
Kiwi pet parents were outraged to find out that their pets' microchips might not work anymore, which means they couldn't be identified if lost.
Cross-Country Cycling Tour Highlights the Plight of Homeless Vets and
This US veteran is choosing to remain 'homeless' to show how important pets are in a vet's life, cycling the country to promote awareness of the plight.
American Humane Turns Shelter Dogs to Service Dogs For Veterans
American Humane launches a new program that will take shelter dogs and train them to be service dogs for military veterans suffering from brain injuries and/…
These Vet Students Have a Dream Job- Fostering Shelter Dogs
Each year, 15 lucky pooches get their assigned student guardian who makes sure all their needs are met, from daily walks and wholesome meals to cuddle time.
Is Bulldog Breed Doomed to Extinction?
Say it ain't so! The beloved breed and popular mascot's future may be at risk - scientists blame its limited gene pool for health risks.
Homeless Veteran and His Dog Hit While Riding Bike For Awareness
A homeless veteran and his dog were recently struck by a motorist as they were biking across the country raising money and awareness for a great cause.
Animal Control Officers Are in the Doghouse… For a Good Cause
Some brave animal control officials in Michigan want to make sure you know just how dangerous the chilly elements are to our pets.
Washington Supreme Court Rules in Favor Of Girl and Her Service Dog
The Washington State Supreme Court rules that a previous decision must be reviewed in the case of a school district that banned a service dog.
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.…
Just Pet Me! Why Your Dog Wishes You Would Stop Talking And Start Pett
Scientists have discovered something many dog lovers may already know, at least intuitively: our canine companions prefer petting over vocal praise. Two rese…
Truck Carrying Dog Food Overturns On Highway; Bad Dogs Suspected
A truck carrying 45,000 lb of dog food overturned, dumping kibble all over the interstate in Asheville, North Carolina. Dog foul play is suspected (by us!).
Paw and Order: Lost Puppy Arrested for Resisting Belly Rubs
You have the right to lick the arresting officer. Pup gets paw printed and a "mutt" shot after he's found by police officers.
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.
Petco Foundation and Blue Buffalo Foundation Announce $2.35M in Pet Ca
Thanks to Petco Foundation and Blue Buffalo, this 2016 funding will support research and treatment initiatives at top U.S. universities.
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!
Study: Dogs Have Adapted Their Genes To Evolve With Humans
Scientists in China have discovered evidence that suggests dogs and humans have more in common than may have been previously known.
“Free From” Claims Help Drive $30 Billion in Pet Foods Sales
It turns out that we want our pets to eat just as well as we do. And it's this focus on quality that's behind a growing niche of natural pet food products.
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.
PetPace Smart Collar Used in New Canine Epilepsy Study
PetPace creates the first epileptic biometric database for dogs, working with leading universities and veterinary hospitals using Smart Collar for pets.
Researchers at Virginia Tech May Have Hope For Brain Cancer Patients
As the United States mourns the death of beloved Senator John McCain, researchers at the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine at Virginia Tech ar…
Vets Warn: Dry Drowning Is a Risk for Dogs, Too
Want to take your pooch to the beach for some summer fun? Read this first. Sunny days on the beach, frozen treats, and vacation time– what’s no…
Canine Cancer Survivor Proves You Can Teach An Old Dog New Tricks!
This special canine cancer survivor is going for the gold! Even though Rex is a senior, he was unstoppable at the DockDogs World Championships.
AKC Will Now Give Titles To Tricksters
Dogs and their humans enjoy the fun that comes with learning tricks, and the American Kennel Club is launching a new program just for dogs who do tricks!
Ohio Man Given Ticket For Rescuing Dogs From Hot Car
Despite a law that protects civilians from liability should they break into cars to rescue pets, an Ohio man has received a criminal citation for smashing a…
New Research Suggests Dogs Help With Eczema and Asthma in Children
There are many benefits to having a dog as a family member, but two new studies are suggesting pets may also protect children from developing eczema.
Potential Corgi Shortage – Say It Ain’t So! (Spoiler Alert: It Ain
Pembroke Welsh Corgis join the Vulnerable Breed List in the UK, but hold strong in the hearts of Americans Corgis have captured the heart of the royal family…
PetSafe’s 2015 Bark for Your Park Finalists Announced
Which dog park do you want to win? Place your vote (or woof) for one of the 15 Bark For Your Park finalists - $200,000 up for grabs from PetSafe!
Falsely Accused Dog Released From Custody, Was 1 Day Away From Euthani
A case of mistaken identity has a happy ending when a dog was returned to his family after months of court hearings and tearful visits through chain links.
Best Dog Names For 2016 Are Here!
Rover.com has released the results of its fourth annual report on the most popular dog names of the year, and this year some of the most popular names were i…
Scientists Say A Vacuum Is Your Best Weapon In Fight Against Brown Dog
As ticks become more resilient to pesticides, scientists are getting closer in their quest to alleviate these pests. For now, use your Hoover to keep them ou…