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There have been many dogs in the White House, but only Franklin D. Roosevelt’s beloved Scottie, Fala, has his own statue! Let’s learn more about FDR’s famous dog!
- November 2, 2020
There have been many dogs in the White House, but only Franklin D. Roosevelt’s beloved Scottie, Fala, has his own statue! Let’s learn more about FDR’s famous dog!
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Since he was created in 1932, Goofy has proved one of Disney’s most enduring and popular characters. After 85 years, though, fans continue to wonder: Is Goofy a dog? A dog? A cow? A wolf?
- February 1, 2019
Since he was created in 1932, Goofy has proved one of Disney’s most enduring and popular characters. After 85 years, though, fans continue to wonder: Is Goofy a dog? A dog? A cow? A wolf?
Photographer Alícia Rius’ series ‘A Dog’s Life’ pairs a dog’s portrait with items from his everyday life.
- December 24, 2018
Photographer Alícia Rius’ series ‘A Dog’s Life’ pairs a dog’s portrait with items from his everyday life.
The Museum of Dog is an 8,000-square-foot museum located in North Adam, Massachusetts, that serves as a tribute to dogs and the joy they bring to human lives.
- July 16, 2018
The Museum of Dog is an 8,000-square-foot museum located in North Adam, Massachusetts, that serves as a tribute to dogs and the joy they bring to human lives.
Herb Williams is a Tennessee artist who uses thousands of Crayola crayons to create colorful dog art.
- November 15, 2017
Herb Williams is a Tennessee artist who uses thousands of Crayola crayons to create colorful dog art.
The Toronto-based photographer throws treats in the air to capture derpy expressions of dogs.
- April 17, 2017
The Toronto-based photographer throws treats in the air to capture derpy expressions of dogs.
New Orleans artist Diego Lukezic created Tango Dog based on small dog he played with as a child.
- April 17, 2017
New Orleans artist Diego Lukezic created Tango Dog based on small dog he played with as a child.
Artist Cindy Thompson brings an incredible realism to her work. Check it out!
- April 11, 2017
Artist Cindy Thompson brings an incredible realism to her work. Check it out!
So many cartoon dogs, so little time! Here’s a survey of canines from comics and cartoons from 1929-2007! Name a famous animated dog off the top of your head! Are any of them on our list?
- April 4, 2017
So many cartoon dogs, so little time! Here’s a survey of canines from comics and cartoons from 1929-2007! Name a famous animated dog off the top of your head! Are any of them on our list?
Isaac Alvarez’s photo illustrations combine the heads of rescue dogs with the bodies of adopters, and the result is both strange and beautiful.
- March 28, 2017
Isaac Alvarez’s photo illustrations combine the heads of rescue dogs with the bodies of adopters, and the result is both strange and beautiful.
Selfies have dominated social media for years. Many of us struggle to get a dog to sit still long enough for a selfie, while accidents of framing can make our dogs seem as vain as we are. What makes a great dog selfie?
- March 21, 2017
Selfies have dominated social media for years. Many of us struggle to get a dog to sit still long enough for a selfie, while accidents of framing can make our dogs seem as vain as we are. What makes a great dog selfie?
The photographer captured more than 100 dogs getting their lick on, and the results are adorable.
- March 21, 2017
The photographer captured more than 100 dogs getting their lick on, and the results are adorable.
So far, the artist has drawn Cinderella and Snow White with service dogs, with the hope of raising awareness and money for his own helper.
- March 10, 2017
So far, the artist has drawn Cinderella and Snow White with service dogs, with the hope of raising awareness and money for his own helper.
We are loving these anthropomorphic fine-art images from the U.K. photographer.
- February 21, 2017
We are loving these anthropomorphic fine-art images from the U.K. photographer.
We love this hair-blowing photo project!
- February 14, 2017
We love this hair-blowing photo project!
Russia-based photographer Andy Seliversoff captures this joyful relationship in his new photo book.
- January 31, 2017
Russia-based photographer Andy Seliversoff captures this joyful relationship in his new photo book.
Dogs of various breeds and personalities get a more stylish treatment thanks to artist Megan Anderson.
- January 30, 2017
Dogs of various breeds and personalities get a more stylish treatment thanks to artist Megan Anderson.
The line of humorous cards and prints star Pugs, naturally, and we can’t get enough.
- December 13, 2016
The line of humorous cards and prints star Pugs, naturally, and we can’t get enough.
What were Pugs bred for? Was the Pug always a companion dog, or were they intended to hunt lions? What can 18th-century European art tell us about Pug history?
- November 22, 2016
What were Pugs bred for? Was the Pug always a companion dog, or were they intended to hunt lions? What can 18th-century European art tell us about Pug history?
One of the artists behind “Bob’s Burgers” and “Sanjay and Craig” talks about his art, life with dogs, and how they intersect.
- November 18, 2016
One of the artists behind “Bob’s Burgers” and “Sanjay and Craig” talks about his art, life with dogs, and how they intersect.
Not to worry: No dogs were harmed in the making of these photos, which are now available as a book!
- November 15, 2016
Not to worry: No dogs were harmed in the making of these photos, which are now available as a book!
In “The Dog Project,” the artist paints rescue dogs who have found forever homes after being abused or abandoned. Her works are deeply evocative.
- November 7, 2016
In “The Dog Project,” the artist paints rescue dogs who have found forever homes after being abused or abandoned. Her works are deeply evocative.
In Greek mythology, Cerberus was a three-headed dog who stood guard at the gates of the underworld. Learn more about this monstrous hound!
- October 25, 2016
In Greek mythology, Cerberus was a three-headed dog who stood guard at the gates of the underworld. Learn more about this monstrous hound!
The Houston photographer poses rescue dogs with candy-themed props to help get them adopted! It’s as sweet as it sounds.
- October 25, 2016
The Houston photographer poses rescue dogs with candy-themed props to help get them adopted! It’s as sweet as it sounds.
Lili Chin alleges that Kohl’s has infringed on her copyrights by selling clothing featuring her dog illustrations.
- October 11, 2016
Lili Chin alleges that Kohl’s has infringed on her copyrights by selling clothing featuring her dog illustrations.
We know that dogs have dreams. What does it mean when humans dream about dogs? Let’s look into the possible meanings and interpretations of our dog dreams!
- September 27, 2016
We know that dogs have dreams. What does it mean when humans dream about dogs? Let’s look into the possible meanings and interpretations of our dog dreams!
These expressive pups belong to German photographer Elke Vogelsang, whose striking photos capture each of their distinct and adorable personalities.
- August 9, 2016
These expressive pups belong to German photographer Elke Vogelsang, whose striking photos capture each of their distinct and adorable personalities.
G. Ray Sullivan Jr. and his late dog Bo lead us to mindfulness with their beautiful book.
- July 18, 2016
G. Ray Sullivan Jr. and his late dog Bo lead us to mindfulness with their beautiful book.
The photographer traveled the world, documenting 44 countries through their eye-catching canines.
- June 8, 2016
The photographer traveled the world, documenting 44 countries through their eye-catching canines.
The Hamburg-based photographer rescued Tschikko while on location in Spain. Now she shoots striking photos of him dressed in a lion’s mane.
- June 3, 2016
The Hamburg-based photographer rescued Tschikko while on location in Spain. Now she shoots striking photos of him dressed in a lion’s mane.
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