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Dog Accidentally Starts House Fire Trying to Steal Pancakes

A family’s home was recently set on fire by their Golden Retriever stealing left over pancakes off a stove. The Golden Retriever jumped onto the stove to grab the food but accidentally turned on the gas. The dog returns to the couch where another dog is sitting and watch as smoke fills the room and…

zoe the dog stolen from front yard
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Home Security Camera Catches Man Stealing Dog From Front Yard

It was the middle of the day and Zoe the Shih Tzu was outside in the front yard of her home to enjoy the warmer weather in Denver, Colorado when she was snatched by drive-by thieves. Home security video released by the family shows Zoe outside alone when a vehicle drives by, circles the neighborhood…

Dog with Arthritis Gets Her Very Own Elevator to Go Outside
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Dog with Arthritis Gets Her Very Own Elevator to Go Outside

When Kati the Golden Retriever began to have a hard time getting up and down stairs because of her arthritis, her family decided he needed her very own elevator in the backyard. Her handyman dad built her a personal, motorized elevator to make life easier. Way to go, dad! At the unveiling, the family is…

dog burned by hair dye
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Dog Seeks Out Hugs After Hair Dye Causes Nearly Fatal Burns

“Grab a tissue and hang on – we promise a very colorful ride – a tale of caution, extreme pain, incredible strength and love.” This is how Pinellas County Animal Services introduces Violet’s story. The tiny Maltese mix was dyed purple by her previous owner as part of a grooming makeover, but the person accidentally…

Husky Puppy Rescued from Shelter Needs Emergency Care to Save Him
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Husky Puppy Rescued from Shelter Needs Emergency Care to Save Him

A husky puppy rescued from a shelter arrived at Vet Ranch so weak he couldn’t stand up or eat. It turns out, the puppy’s gums were pale white because hookworms had caused severe anemia. He also had low blood pressure and was also parvovirus positive. Knowing they had to work fast, Dr. Kari and her…

Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria) and How it Can Kill Your Dogs
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Blue-Green Algae (Cyanobacteria) and How it Can Kill Your Dogs

During warm temperatures and hot weather months, blue-green algae blooms can suddenly grow in freshwater lakes, rivers, or waterways. It is sometimes found in saltwater near river mouths. Avoiding areas contaminated with blue-green algae is extremely important, as contact with toxic blooms can potentially be fatal for dogs and people. About blue-green algae Blue-green algae,…

Video of Dog Filmed with Unusual Symptom of Illness Goes Viral
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Video of Dog Filmed with Unusual Symptom of Illness Goes Viral

Callie the pit bull was standing behind the couch when her human thought something strange was going on. She approaches the dog and asks her if she’s okay, only to notice the dog’s head shaking uncontrollably. The video, which is going viral, appears to be showing a symptom that turned out to be dog flu,…

Study Shows Dogs Bond With Their Owners in Similar Way to How Babies Do With Their Parents

Study Shows Dogs Bond With Their Owners in Similar Way to How Babies Do With Their Parents

A scientific study shows that dogs form bonds with their owners much like babies do with their parents. Dogs were found to respond similarly to the way children do in the presence of their parents and derive security, comfort and motivation from their humans. Scientists at the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna, Austria, conducted…

dog outside in cold
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Authorities Warn People to ‘Bring Dogs Inside’ After Several Dogs Found Frozen Solid

With weather forecasters predicting more days of brutal cold and snow across the East Coast of North America, animal rescues are urging people to bring their animals indoors this January. Citizens are also being encouraged to report any animals they see left outside in the freezing cold to authorities. The urgent warnings come after a high number of…

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