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Missing Therapy Dog Found After Vegas Massacre Thanks to Social Media

A story from the massacre in Las Vegas that has a happy ending--a therapy French Bulldog who ran away from the chaos and her humans have been reunited.

Tail Docking Practice Banned By British Columbia Veterinarians

The College of Veterinarians of British Columbia have voted to ban the controversial practice of tail docking and alteration of dogs, horses and cattle.

California Vets Want to Prescribe Medical Marijuana to Pets

For many pets, non-psychoactive cannabis oil successfully treats health issues, and if the new bill passes, your veterinarian can be the one prescribing it.

Pooch Pardoned by Maine Governor May Become a Sled Dog

A dog who was given a new lease on life when the governor of Maine pardon him from being euthanized may have a new career ahead of him as a sled dog.

Awesomely Awkward Documentary Features Dogs, Dancing and Kites [Video]

It's a real-life Best in Show! Unleashed! A Dog Dancing Story follows a group of dog dancers on their journey to perform in a theatrical gala performance.

Your Jealous Dog: Study Shows Jealousy In Dogs Is Real

Does it surprise you that Fido may have a jealous side? Researchers find that pooches can turn into a green-eyed monster, too. Ever met a dog at a park or a…

Share How Awesome Your Dog Is With The World With PackDog.com

Your dog needs his own website – set one up in minutes with PackDog.com Ever wish there was a social network where you could post unlimited photos of y…

Dog Parkers: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly

Touted as a safe place to temporarily leave your dog while you're out running errands, Dog Parker crates have been causing controversy. What do you think?

Chihuahua May Break World Record With Birth of 11 Puppies [Video]

A rescued chihuahua in Kansas gave birth to 11 puppies on National Puppy Day, possibly breaking a world record! Way to go!

‘Woofering Heights’ Movie Makes Fireworks Less Fearsome

If an evening ends with a bang thanks to fireworks, your pets may not want to celebrate. These dog-calming films, voiced by David Tenant, offer distraction.

Dog Sled Team Rescues Stranded Alaskan Tourists

A group of Alaskan tourists got an authentic experience when a team of Alaskan sled dogs had to rescue their stuck SUV from the snow -- Iditarod Style!

Unexpected Iron Dog Joins The Swedish Adventure Racing Team

Arthur, a stray dog, adopts the Swedish Adventure Racing Team in Ecuador Talk about one tough pooch! Sweden’s Peak Performance team began their journey…

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…

Generous Woman Wills $1.2 Million To Tennessee’s Cats and Dogs

A Tennessee woman loved her dogs and cats so much, she left her entire $1.2 million estate to the animals of her hometown county.

9/11 Rescue Dogs Commemorated With Bronze Memorial

New Golden Retriever statue commemorates 9/11 rescue dogs with likeness of last living 9/11 rescue dog, Bretagne. The statue weighs close to 5000 pounds.

Why Do We Think Puppies Are Cute? It’s In Our Genes

There’s a scientific reason puppies and kittens make you say “Awwww” Think back to when you brought Fido or Fluffy home for the very first…

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…

Iraq War Biopic Recounts Marine’s Battle For Her Loyal Service Dog

If you're going to see "Megan Leavey," bring tissues. The story of a former Marine's fight with the military to adopt her K9 will bring you to tears.

Military K-9 Dogs Awarded Medals Of Courage

Four military K-9 service dogs were awarded American Humane Medals of Courage for their exceptional Valor during combat service.

Wondercide Swims With the Big Fish On “Shark Tank”

The makers of natural pest control products for your pets and home, Wondercide is making waves on an upcoming episode of the hit TV series, "Shark Tank."

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.

2014 Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show Awards Best In Show To Wire Fox

It’s the end of the another Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show (there’s been 138 of them to be exact), and the 2014 Best In Show Trophy was awarded…

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.

The Effect on the Environment of Feeding Cats and Dogs

Up to 30% of the adverse effect on the environment is caused by feeding our cats and dogs. That's 64 million tons of carbon dioxide each year!

Animal Rights Organization Questions TMZ Manipulated Video

American Humane claims the recently 'leaked' TMZ video showing animal abuse in the movie, "A Dog's Purpose," was edited to mislead the public.

Study: Dogs Are Red-Green Colorblind

Researchers have discovered that dogs have difficulty discerning between red and green, much like humans who are colorblind.

Oxytocin’s Role In Dog-Human Bonding May Lead To Autism Therapies

Swedish researchers believe the genetic foundation for social actions in dogs is similar to that of humans, thanks to the "love hormone."

Study: Dogs Labelled as Pitbulls Stay 3 Times Longer in Shelters

A new study finds that being a "Pitbull" will increase the length of a dog's stay in a shelter threefold - even ones that are mislabeled as Pitbulls.

Heroic Military Dogs Saved From Euthanasia After Successful Online Cam

The people have come together to save 3 heroic English military dogs from lethal injection, and SAS Andy McNabb is calling it a brilliant success story.

NFL Player Shows Big Hearts Match Big Muscles When It Comes to Pets

After Philadelphia Eagles star receiver Torrey Smith generously paid for 50 pet adoptions, fellow NFLer Malik Jackson wants to keep that ball rolling!

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.

“They Ate WHAT?” — Well, Just About Anything, According To These

Check out the “winners” of the ninth annual “They Ate WHAT?” radiography contest. The photos will have you howling! Any pet lover can…

DOT Report Outlines 2014 Pet Injury And Fatality Numbers On Airlines

Planes, trains or automobiles… never has family travel been easier, right? Not so fast! Official numbers from 2014 regarding air travel with pets may…

We Have the Finalists of the 2017 American Humane Hero Dog Awards!

These brave dogs have been voted as this year's doggy heroes for these prestigious awards. Now's your chance to pick the overall 2017 winner!

AKC Registers 7 New Dog Breeds From Around The World

The AKC is adding seven new dog breeds to its official ranks. Ranging in sizes large to small, these new recruits make fine additions to the roster.

Study: Current Dog Bite Prevention Methods Ineffective And Simplistic

It turns out that we don't know enough about preventing dog bites. Researchers say reading canine body language is ineffective when preventing dog bites.

Petstore Puppies Linked to Campylobacter Outbreak in 7 States

The CDC warns that a national pet chain store is responsible for an outbreak of a puppy infection that leads to Campylobacter infections in humans.

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.

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…

New Law Means Mexico Will Stop Euthanizing Retired Police Dogs

After serving your community bravely, you shouldn't be rewarded with death! That's what happened to Mexican K9 dogs - but now they can be adopted.

Study: Pet Obesity on the Rise for 6th Straight Year

Nationwide confirms that over 1.3 million insurance claims were filed for conditions and diseases related directly to overweight pets in 2015.

Study: Discovery Made to Genetic Link in Dog Disc Disease

Disc disease, known as chondrodystrophy, in some breeds is a common cause of back pain and paralysis. New research now may change that understanding.

TV Goes To The Dogs During NatGeo WILD’S BarkFest

This weekend, prepare for a TV coma of epic proportions! NatGeo WILD presents BarkFest, a 48-hour marathon of back-to-back episodes all about dogs. An offsho…

Senior Canines Bring Love And Companionship To Senior Citizens

A special pair of senior canines are bringing joy to senior humans proving that love comes in all shapes and sizes (and even with fur)!

Case of Canine Mistaken Identity Leads To a Huge Discovery

Big things start as small packages. Such was the case for a woman who talked her husband into a small dog, but her little fib turned into a big surprise.

Baseball Bat Dog Proves It’s Better to Run the Bases Than Retrieve

The bat-dog for a Texas AA baseball team has cracked us up with his less-than-obedient bat behavior, and is making the viral rounds as he rounds the bases.

Embark to Test DNA in Dogs For Possible Future Diseases

If you've ever wanted to find out what kind of diseases your dog is likely to suffer from in the future, your answers are just a cheek swab away.

Therapy Dogs Could Be Helping Lawyers Mediate Divorces

According to findings from a new Harvard study, we could be seeing canines helping people de-stress during family law mediation.

Study: Dogs’ Immune Systems Leave Them Vulnerable As They Age

A recent study shows that a dog's immune system changes as they age, and much like humans, they may have less ability to deal with infection or stress.

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.

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.

Lady Gaga Goes Goo-Goo For New Puppy

Lady Gaga has added to her furry family with a yet-to-be-named French Bulldog puppy, and didn't waste a second getting him on Instagram.

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.

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.

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…

Chris Evans and His Dog Take the #22Pushup Challenge

These A-list stars' adorable dogs turned the #22pushup challenge into a #pupupchallenge! Man, those are some lucky pups...

Steve’s Real Food Issues Voluntary Recall On Various Products

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has announced a recall of Steve’s Real Food batches of certain flavors of pet food because of concerns about salm…

Subaru And CPS Team Up For Next Round Of Pet Safety Product Crash Test

To ensure that pets are protected in cars, Subaru and Center for Pet Safety are out to raise awareness of vital safety measures and identify top crates and c…

J.M. Smucker Recalls 2 Varieties Of Milo’s Kitchen Treats

Two varieties of Milo’s Kitchen Dog treats are being recalled for possible elevated levels of beef thyroid hormone. It seems like there’s been on…