Dogs are such common victims of some tick species that the ticks have the word ‘dog’ in their name. Ticks carry many blood-borne diseases, transmitted when they attach to the host’s skin and staying attached until they’ve filled their bodies with blood. When ticks first attach, they are almost impossible to find in a heavily…
Just when Stray Rescue of St. Louis thought they’d heard it all, they got a call. “I bought a house and there is a Pit Bull chained up in the basement,” said the person on the other side of the line. “I’m not sure how long it’s been down there.” When rescuers arrived at the…
A tiny stray puppy had crawled into a hole to hide after his leg had been severed after being hit by a train. Rescuers at Animal Aid Unlimited, India were called to help and found him afraid and in excruciating pain. His leg was completely broken and almost torn off just below the shoulder. His…
A senior dog was homeless and living on the streets after his owners had moved away an over a year ago. He was lucky enough to have neighbors provide him food and water but he had no place to call home until word got to Hope For Paws. When Lisa Arturo and JoAnn Wiltz arrived,…
A puppy found tucked under a car’s engine has been rescued thanks to a lucky car repair. Jeff Dan Bullion submitted the following story to DogHeirs.com and shared: “A friend of mine was working on a truck today and got a cool surprise. Apparently a puppy was between the gas tank and exhaust.” “He adopted…
The story of a junior high science teacher reportedly feeding a sick puppy to the turtle last week has caused outrage online and consternation in the small farming community of Preston, Idaho where it happened. Preston Junior High science teacher Robert Crosland is under fire after it was revealed that he fed the dying puppy…
When it comes to herding, Border Collies are arguably the best dogs for the job. That’s why GUINNESS decided to employ a highly specialized sheepdog to round up the “mates” and ensure they get to the pub on time to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. This video brings on the laughs in this perennial comic video…
Mary Ray has been a staple on the dog dancing circuit for decades, but at this year’s Crufts, it was announced that this would be her last performance ever at the event where she gave birth to heelwork to music. The British professional dog trainer is credited with creating the dog sport – heelwork to…
Lasting friendships are built around love and caring, and a woman in Mexico was lucky enough to witness a touching scene between two dogs that will stay with her forever. Edith Govea was visiting a relative in San Luis Potosí, Mexico, when she noticed a small white dog trying to climb over a gate. The…
Kratu the rescue dog may not have the best skills when it comes to the agility course, but he makes up for it with his talent for making people smile. The sweet dog recently participated in the Rescue Dog Agility challenge at Crufts where he made a lasting impression. Like Olly the Jack Russell terrier…
The family of a puppy who died during a flight is speaking out against the airline responsible. The 10-month-old French Bulldog died after a flight attendant forced the family to put the dog in an overhead compartment. 11-year-old Sophia Ceballos, her mother Catalina Robledo, and her two-month-old brother were on the United Airlines flight with…
The Easter holidays is a great time for children to enjoy activities filled with surprise Easter egg hunts and chocolatey treats. As fun as Easter weekend can be for the youngsters, it’s also a time for pet parents to be vigilant that their dogs do not get accidentally poisoned by chocolate. Veterinarians say that the…
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