The culprit behind an emerging dog illness that has sickened thousands of dogs across the United States in the past year may have been pinpointed. Researchers now believe the illness causing severe respiratory infections in dogs could be caused by a “funky bacterium.” The mystery illness causes dogs to develop cough, runny eyes, sneezing, lethargy…
Dog dancing is a wonderful artistic sport that not only demonstrates the remarkable bonds possible between dog and handler but also entertains and entrances viewers. This performance by Jessy and Elke Boxoen is so captivating and creative that they were catapulted to the finals at the World Champion DogDance Freestyle in 2019. The routine entitled…
There’s a new warning for dog parents about a mysterious illness that’s spreading across North America that has affected hundreds of dogs and in some cases has been fatal. The illness is highly contagious, affects dogs rapidly, and causes severe upper respiratory infections that has an unprecedented number of dogs being rushed to the emergency…
This dose of “witchcraft” left the audience at Crufts, the UK’s largest dog show, mesmerized. A Border Collie and his witchy handler stirred up a memorable heelwork to music performance that showed off both their talents. With a cauldron, broomstick, the only thing missing were the treats (which we’re sure this clever dog will get…
Meet Momma Dog. Hollow Creek Farm Equine and Canine Rescue in South Carolina received an email in late August about a stray dog who was living under an abandoned home. The dog was very clever at evading her rescuers but finally, after weeks of attempts, Hollow Creek Farm managed to catch her. By that point…
This is probably the world’s smartest dog. At least we think so. Copper’s mom, Tia, is a speech language pathologist and she works with kids who have augmentative and alternative communication devices. She’s applied her experience to helping her fur kid communicate. She was inspired by another woman who is a speech language pathologist and…
Desiree with Bali Paws was out for a drive when she spotted this little dog on the side of the road. The poor dog was absolutely terrified and huddled on the ground. He snapped at her when she came close to try and pick him up. Desiree finally managed to pick up “Snappy” after wrapping…
If you’ve ever taken your dog to a dog park or to an off-leash walk you’ve probably seen two dogs get into a fight at some point or other. It can be a terrifying sight. Many pet parents panic and don’t know what to do. Oftentimes, people will do exactly what they shouldn’t do and…
A tick-infested dog found starving on the streets of Texas has made incredible progress in the month and a half since his rescue. Wrangler had only hours left to live when he was picked up by Dizzy Dog Animal Rescue in August. The 2-year-old Pit bull had been left to fend for himself in the…
When Vanessa with Girl With The Dogs agreed to groom Dodge the Caucasian Shepherd she didn’t know she was grooming a “bear” of a dog. She didn’t know if she may or may not have lost her mind agreeing to groom the 220 pound dog on her own but she came equipped. The Caucasian Shepherd…
A Great Pyrenees named Olaf had lived outside at a puppy mill his whole life. But when he was rescued by The Animal Pad he was too scared to even walk. This posed a bit of a challenge for his rescuers because he weighs 130 pounds! The Animal Pad revealed on Facebook that he was…
A Pit Bull in Mecca, California didn’t know what to do after he was abandoned by his owners. Every morning for a week, Kona would stand at the edge of the yard of the home of sisters Yolanda and Priscilla and howl. The dog would look down the street and start howling as if calling…