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!
England’s First Water-Sniffing Dog Helps Find Leaky Pipes
How's this for spectacular sniffing ability--a Cocker Spaniel is claiming the title of Britain's first sniffer dog that can detect water leaks in pipes.
Florida Dog Dies After Saltwater Poisoning
An innocent trip to the beach ended up in the shocking death of a Labrador Retriever in Florida, leaving the dog’s owner on a mission to warn pet paren…
Classroom Pets Prove Positive for Students in New Research
Newest research shows the positive affects of having classroom pets and their potential to promote learning and good behavior.
New Study To Examine Why Owners Surrender Dogs To Shelters
Is incompatibility the main reason why people surrender their dogs? Researchers want to prove if dogs pick up on human behavior, in order to end to shelter o…
2016’s Most Popular Irish Dog Names for St. Patty’s Day
May the luck of the Irish be with you...and your dog! Here are some facts about the most popular Irish dog breeds and names, plus a brief history lesson.
Study: Pets Help Lower The Risk Of Childhood Asthma
Pets are the best medicine, and Swedish science backs that claim up! Researchers say the dogs can lower the risk of asthma in children.
Woman Rescues Hurricane Irma Dog and Restores Faith in Humanity
The displaced pets from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have been tugging at our hearts, and one dog in Florida found a home in the middle of the storm.
Dog Tuxedo Doesn’t Add Up On Government Expenses
There are certain things you shouldn't try to expense through work. Like using a government credit card to buy your dog a tuxedo.
Meet Zelda, Instagram’s Time Travelling Doge
Such creative! Wow! Time travel? Impossible? Try telling Zelda that. She doesn't even need a TARDIS, thanks to her crafty owner.
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.
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.
Finding Rover Helps Reunite Hurricane Harvey Pets With Their Families
An app sponsored by Finding Rover, Petco Foundation and Houston SPCA is helping displaced pets get back to their humans with facial recognition technology.
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.
FDA Warns Pet Parents About Skin Cancer Cream
The FDA is warning pet parents to be careful about skin cancer treatment creams, after five dogs who accidentally ingested a topical medication have died.
Special Delivery: Active Duty Military Dog Teams To Receive Care Packa
The American Humane Association and Military Working Dog Team Support Association team up to send much-needed care packages to active military dog teams.
Bullies Replace Bouquets in the Best Wedding Photos Ever
The stars of what was quite possibly the cutest wedding EVER were adorable eight-month-old rescue puppies, and the bride was glad they stole the show!
Blind Dog Doesn’t Let Disability Stop Her From Being a Service Dog
A little blind pup out of Wisconsin is proving that there's much she can do with some puppy power and perseverance - by becoming a service dog!
Dogs Could Be Causing a Flu Pandemic Among Humans
A recent study by the American Society for Microbiology proposes that dogs could be a potential reservoir for a future influenza pandemic.
Did Impeached South Korean President Park Geun-hye Abandon Her Dogs?
South Korea's impeached president Park Geun-hye keeps making headlines - the latest claims she's abandoned her loyal "First Dogs."
Dream Job Contest: Slovenian Castle Is Looking For Dog (And Owner) Car
The winner of this contest will be living large with their dog in a real Slovenian Castle… with a salary to match the lifestyle Is your dog looking fo…
Tragedy Turns To Triumph For Dog Attack Victim And Abused Dog In “S
Ready to be inspired? Watch the moving film of one woman's (and one adorable dog's) effort to make the world a better place and shed light on animal abuse.
HABRI Research Finds Emails to Dog Owners Prompts More Exercise
??Do you need a reminder to walk your dog? Research shows that email prompts to owners motivate them to get up and get moving with their pooch.
Dog With Digestive Problems Dines in “High Chair” Style
A Grand Rapids, Michigan family gives their dog the best seat at the table. She sits in doggy high chair to ensure food and drink go to her stomach.
Like Owner, Like Dog: Study Proves Dogs Pick Up Our Behavior
The paper investigated the connection between canine behavior issues and personalities, emotional states, and training methods of their pawrents.
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Dog Finds A New Home and Job After Hurricane Matthew [Video]
Four months on and Charlotte, North Carolina, is still recovering from Hurricane Matthew. A displaced dog is thanking her rescuers by lending a helping paw.
Dogs Will Rush To Comfort Crying Owners, Study Shows
The scientists behind the study wanted to see if dogs can sense our feelings and would crying motivate them to try and help their owners.
Study: Early Exposure To Pets May Reduce Childhood Allergies and Obesi
New research suggests that when we expose children to pets when they are infants, we may be helping reduce their risk of childhood allergies and obesity.
Wishes Do Come True, Thanks To Petco Foundation’s Holiday Wishes Cam
How would you like to make a wish come true for worthy animal welfare organizations? Petco Foundation is going to make that wish come true!
Family Dog Saves Two Girls Struck by Lightning
Lightning strikes at a family reunion - two young girls in Utah are lucky to be alive thanks to a quick thinking family dog.
Research Finds That Doggy Paddling Helps Canine Joint Issues
Is Hydrotherapy included in your pet insurance policy? You may want it - researchers confirm that swimming helps dogs with joint issues
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.
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…
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.
It’s a Dog’s World: Artist Paints 345 Dog Breeds Onto a Map
Each of the 345 dog breeds she painted was placed in their country of origin, which makes for a puppy-filled world map any dog lover would love to have!
VW’s Tiguan Was Life of The Party at Wags, Wheels and Waffles in Cal
Volkswagen is looking to be the car of choice for dog owners, and to prove it, were the life of the party at the shelter charity event in California.
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.
Research Shows That Kids Are Closer To Pets Than Siblings
Who needs sibling rivalry when you’ve got a dog? A new study says that kids would rather hang out with their furry siblings than the human variety. The…
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.
Bayer Provides Free Health Care to K9 For Warriors Service Dogs
K9 For Warriors is a nonprofit organization that trains veterans and service dogs. These warriors can take advantage of free health care and pet products.
“Throw Away Dogs” Recruited as Police K9 Heroes
There's no such thing as a "throw away dog." That's because an organization is giving former stray dogs a second chance in the police force.
FDA Alert: Pet Foods and Treats May Contain Hormones That Trigger Hype
The FDA warns that pet food and treats made with livestock gullets have the potential to contain thyroid tissue and thyroid hormones.
FDA Reissues Warning About Noise Aversion Drug Sileo
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning veterinarians and pet owners about Sileo, a popular drug prescribed for noise aversion in dogs, as there is…
Therapy Dogs Help College Students Deal With Stress
Are you stressing over your finals? A study suggests some quality cuddle time with a pooch might take that UNI- caused anxiety away.
Connecticut Animals Have a Voice With Desmond’s Law
A groundbreaking law enacted last year in Connecticut is giving a voice to animals that are victims of neglect and abuse.
IKEA Doggy Parking Bays A BÄD Storage Solution
Why does IKEA need places for customers to "park" their dogs while they shop? We can't be the only ones who think that this idea is missing a few screws.
Would You Buy a Genetically Modified Super Dog?
Like something from a sci-fi movie, scientists in China have announced that they are now able to create super dogs with specific enhanced abilities.
Pet Owners Turn To Medical Marijuana To Treat Their Pets
More American states are legalizing medicinal marijuana, and more pet owners are now treating their pets with cannabis-based medicines to relieve symptoms.
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.
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.
Study: Pet Parents Believe All Dogs Go To Heaven
A new study finds most American pet owners believe dogs go to Heaven once they've crossed the Rainbow Bridge. But are all animals granted access?
Bestselling Author Offers Giveaway In Support Of The Beagle Freedom Pr
For a limited time, author and cancer-survivor Teresa Rhyne gives you something extra special when you order her new book In 2012 author Teresa Rhyne gave th…
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.
Study: Pet Parents Want More Natural and Organic Products
New data shows there are more natural and organic products for pets available than ever before as consumer demand increases.
Study: Dogs Are Red-Green Colorblind
Researchers have discovered that dogs have difficulty discerning between red and green, much like humans who are colorblind.
Therapy Puppy Supporting USA Gymnastics Abuse Victims
A therapy dog is helping the victims of Larry Nassar, a former sports-medicine doctor who has been convicted of abusing USA Gymnastics team members.
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.
Olympic Skier Gus Kenworthy Hopes To Bring Home Four Sochi Stray Pups
What makes a hot Olympic skier even hotter? One who wants to save all the stray dogs in Sochi! When he’s not on the slopes, Team USA slopestyle skier G…
True Leaf Medicine To Offer CBD-Based Dog Treats Made In British Colum
A Canadian company is planning to produce and market products for people and pets that are completely legal wherever the company operates.