Month: June 2015
-
Quebec Law Would Say That Pets Are Not Property
A proposed law in Quebec not only gives harsh penalties for animal abuse, but it reclassifies animals as "sentient beings" instead of "property."
-
Willing the Wonder Dog Proves He’s Unstoppable
The Pit Bull was born with a deformed leg and later became a tripod, but Willing is now thriving as a therapy dog.
-
Vid We Love: “Coach Bud” Stars a Dog and 50 Cent as Basketball Coaches
A Golden Retriever named Prince Pumpkin Spice Latte III is one heck of an actor, coaching a team to victory while Paul Giamatti and Connie Britton cheer from the stands.
-
A Georgia Shelter Killed 64 Dogs in 1 Week, and People Are Asking Why
Last week, the Clayton County Animal Shelter euthanized 64 dogs, claiming a threat of contagious infection. Enraged dog lovers aren't satisfied with that explanation.
-
Schmitty the Weather Dog Takes the World by Storm
Meet meteorologist Ron Trotta and his four-legged phenomenon Schmitty, a Yorkie who reports the weather and teaches kids science.
-
Bad Neighbor Uses Chocolate Chips to Discourage Dog Poop
John Robinson was tired of dogs leaving poop in his yard, so he spread several pounds of chocolate chips in the grass. His neighbors are not happy.
-
Should Therapy Dogs Be Allowed to Wear Clothes?
It seems like an odd question, but Chopper the Biker Dog just had his certification pulled for wearing motorcycle gear, which Pet Partners says is against their rules.
-
Soi Dog Partners With Vietnamese Celebrities to Stop the Dog Meat Trade
The foundation's latest video campaign, directed by Bao Nguyen, features Vietnamese stars calling for an end to the inhumane industry and explaining why it should be banned.
-
Pix We Love: Check Out the Biker Dogs of Instagram
Grab goggles, strap on a helmet, and embrace motorcycle life with these Instagram dogs.
-
This Family Has Spent Over $10,000 to Keep Dogs From Being Euthanized
Neighbors accused Jake and Lucy of killing their cat, resulting in thousands of dollars in impound and legal fees during the ongoing "dangerous dogs" case.
-
The Dog Who Captured Hearts Chasing After a Truck Finds Her Forever Home
Butterbean hit it big on social media after she was spotted following a truck thought to be her owner's; now, the wayward dog finally has the home she deserves.
-
What Is Schutzhund?
This dog sport and training program requires discipline, self-control, and a well-developed relationship between a dog and his owner.
-
Smokey the Hero Dog Wins the Nicholas Sparks Love Story Contest
The rescue German Shepherd will appear in a Nicholas Sparks novel thanks to the calming influence he's had on his military family.
-
Atlanta Falcons Cut Prince Shembo for Kicking Girlfriend’s Dog to Death
The NFL team that cut Michael Vick for dog fighting does the same to a player charged with aggravated animal cruelty.
-
Haiku by Dog: The Truth About Dogs and Cats
Sharing a home with cats isn’t always snuggles and purrs -- at least that's what our haiku-writing dogs think.
-
Shelter Gives Away Pit Bulls, Angering Both Lovers and Haters of the Breed
Faced with a surplus of Pit Bulls, the animal shelter in Stockton, California, has eliminated fees on adopting the breed and its mixes. The solution has made few happy.
-
A Dying Lab Takes an Instagram Road Trip Across America
Poh didn't have much time left, so his owner -- Thomas Neil Rodriguez, aka DJ Armstrong -- took him out to see America.
-
Santi the Deaf Sheepdog Uses His Facebook Fame to Help Homeless Pets
Santiago makes friends wherever he goes, on the city streets and through social media. He's currently raising money for the no-kill organization PAWS Chicago.
May We Also Recommend
Our Most-Commented Stories