Month: May 2015
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Are Poo Pins a Snarky Solution for Dog Owners Who Don’t Pick Up Poop?
The bright-orange pins feature snarky messages such as "Your dog? Pick up their log!" Would you use one? Do you think they will shame offenders into changing their ways?
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The Himalayan Corporation Recalls Ruff Roots for Metal Contamination
The unique dog toys -- made from the roots of Mediterranean trees -- are pulled from PetSmart shelves.
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Atlanta Rescuers Brings Pet Supplies and Support to Neighbors in Need
Angels Among Us volunteer Rachel Meier started an outreach group to help low-income dog owners in nearby Rome. They provide supplies, education, and compassion.
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PETA’s “Cold Nose Cozie” is Harmless But Odd
One of the editors recently passed this link on to me, and I’m still trying to figure out where the idea came from: the questionably-named People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) is selling a device called a Cold-Nose Cozie. It looks like someone in the organization thought, “Well, they have cosies for teapots; …
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Vid We Love: Sweet Pit Bull Plays Mother to Litter of Kittens
Do your friends think that pairing a Pit Bull with a bunch of kittens is a recipe for carnage? Show them this video.
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Grooming Your Dog From Puppy To Senior
As your dog grows from a fluffy puppy to a Golden Oldie, his grooming needs will change. Find out how to keep your best friend looking and feeling his best throughout the years.
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Pix We Love: Canada Shelter Uses Star Wars Characters to Get Dogs Adopted
The Ottawa Humane Society had a fantastic idea to give its adoptable pets more exposure: Use the Force.
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I Cured My Dog’s Itchy Skin by Sending His Saliva to an “Alternative” Lab
After months of frustration over GhostBuster's skin issues, I went holistic. And it worked!
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Grooming Supplies For New Dog Owners
Find out what dog grooming supplies you need at home for do-it-yourself dog grooming to keep your pet looking and feeling great.
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Johnny Depp Faces 10 Years in Jail for Smuggling His Dogs Into Australia
The "Pirates of the Caribbean" star flaunted quarantine laws by flying his Yorkies into the country, and now he's looking at some serious jail time.
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What’s It Called? 5 Commonly Misspelled Dog Breeds
Ever met a "Chiwawa"? Some of the most popular and best-known dog breeds are also among the most frequently misspelled.
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Tom Brady and Gisele Bündchen Got a New Puppy
Scooby will have a great time deflating balls in the New England Patriot quarterback's home.
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5 Reasons Why My Dog Makes the Best Pillow
My dog, Riggins, is the perfect cuddle buddy, whether as a pillow or as a white-noise machine -- or both!
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Tippy the Tripod Shows That Special-Needs Dogs Can Live a Full Life, Too
A missing leg and tail don't slow down this little Terrier-Dachshund rescue, whose human uses Instagram to encourage adoption of other special-needs animals.
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Pix We Love: Grizzler the Dog Took All of These Photos
Nikon combined a heart rate monitor, camera, and collar to create Heartography, which snaps photos when Grizzler's heart beats faster. There are more than a few pictures of cats.
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Tinkerbelle Is a Rescue-Pup Pop Star in the Making
Check out the tiny Pomeranian-Maltese mix and her YouTube covers of songs by Taylor Swift, Sam Smith, and Carly Rae Jepsen.
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Comedian Amy Schumer Skewers Dog Parents in Hilarious New Sketch
Is your skin feeling a bit thin this morning? You might want to skip this video from "Inside Amy Schumer."
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When Can I Have My Dog Safely Spayed or Neutered?
What's the best age to have your puppies or dogs fixed? Folk wisdom says six months, but veterinary advancements make it safe and beneficial to do the surgery much earlier.
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Vid We Love: U.S. Marine Brings Home Dog from Afghanistan
Sgt. Jacob Fisher wasn't going to the let the puppy who wandered onto base fend for himself after he left. Instead, he brought Jax home with him.
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Michigan Takes a Second Look at “Logan’s Law” to Prevent Abusers From Adopting Dogs
If the law passes, adoptions in state-run shelters will require a criminal background check for a history of animal abuse.
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Are You Worried About Your Dog Getting Older? Are You Prepared?
I don't like to think about Pinch getting older, but I know I need to be prepared. I asked for advice from Dogster's Dr. Eric Barchas and Annie Phenix.
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Charges Dropped Against Army Vet Who Broke Car Window to Save Dog
After a Ford dealership offered to fix the window for free, the owner of the car and the dog dropped criminal trespass charges against Michael Hammons.
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New York Senate Now Allows Dogs in Outdoor Dining Areas
No longer will dogs have to be tied up outside restaurants, thanks to dog-loving politicians.
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A Three-Legged Therapy Dog Saves an Elderly Cockatiel
When a hawk attacked Petie the Cockatiel, a little rescue dog named Jeanie was there to save the day.
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OC Raw Dog Recalls Frozen Raw Dog Food Over Salmonella Fears
The California company pulls 2,055 pounds of product after salmonella is revealed in a routine test.
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Cuda the Terrier Has a Short Spine But a Large Life
Facebook helped Cuda's human learn more about short-spine syndrome and help other special-needs dogs.
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Johnny Depp’s Dogs Were Not Euthanized in Australia
Yorkshire Terriers Pistol and Boo are safe on a plane heading back to the U.S. after violating the country's quarantine laws.
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Upgrades to the Dogster Community Are Coming Next Week!
In fact, the improved functionality is just the first of many changes you'll see in the coming weeks.
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Pix We Love: Meet the Well-Dressed Dogs at the Puppy Prom
The Helen Woodward Animal Center recently threw its third puppy prom, and the canine attendees dressed to impress.
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Have You Ever Made a Friend for Life at the Dog Park?
After moving to a new city, I wanted to make new friends. My dog, Finley, led the way to relationships that will last for many years to come.
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