This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Happy almost Halloween! The year’s best holiday is coming up—but what to wear? And by that we mean: What’s your dog wearing? There are so many dog costumes to choose from, but a category we’re particularly digging is dog food costumes! Why? They’re hilarious, they’re festive without being
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In most places, pet theft is punished the same way as any other theft. Dogs are thought of as personal property by the law, which causes many criminals to get away with nothing more than a fine. But losing a pet is distressing for both the humans and animals involved. So, one country decided it
Andrea Pusateri believes “impossible is just an opinion”—and he’s doing all he can to prove that’s true. It’s a remarkable outlook considering the challenges the Italian athlete has faced throughout his life. In 1997, when Pusateri was just four years old, he fell onto the train tracks at Monza station—as a train sped toward him.
Even when a dog crosses the rainbow bridge, they remain a part of their humans’ lives in so many ways. Bretagne (pronounced Britney) is one of the most famous search dogs from 9/11. She passed away in 2016, but she lives on through her handler, Denise Corliss. Corliss recently spoke up about how Bretagne continues
This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. It’s hard to believe, but it’s been nine years since I started bringing my dogs to the office with me—and it’s been the most amazing experience. Pets in the workplace can reduce stress and create an overall positive environment to work, as lots of pet parents discovered
In 2014, Peter and his four puppy siblings were on the verge of death. They were trapped in an overcrowded Bosnian shelter, where their chance of survival was close to zero. So, Saving Suffering Strays scooped up the puppies and gave them a second chance at adoption. All the puppies quickly found homes except for
Who knew the topic of cat litter boxes could be so complex: What kind of litter will my cat like? What kind of litter box should I get her? Where do I put the magic combination? How do I make sure she keeps using it? Let’s scratch even further below the surface by adding one
In early 2021, someone abandoned a 15-year-old Australian Shepherd on the side of the interstate. The poor senior dog was severely overweight and covered in maggots. She didn’t understand why she was alone, but she had such a strong will to live. So, animal rescue organizations worked together to bring her in and nurse her
With special skills and specific training, dogs can really help people suffering from PTSD. Not only does their presence and unconditional love provide comfort, but they can prevent bad nightmares and steady people experiencing dizziness or disorientation. Paul Wilkie left the Armed Forces after 22 years to return home to Perth, Scotland in 2012. He
This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Pets are a major perk for those who work from home. It makes sense—after all, having a dog for a coworker guarantees you’ll regularly step away from your screen to get fresh air. A few minutes of fetch with your pup or feather-and-string with your cat can
Not many people can say that they have come face-to-face with a mother black bear and only have a few scratches to show for it. But, Diane Fillion of Manitoba Canada is someone who certainly can! Luckily for her, she knew what to do and a home security camera captured a portion of the encounter.
This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. If you watched the Tokyo Olympics this summer, you may have caught a glimpse of British diver Tom Daley knitting sweaters for dogs in his downtime between competitions. Viral photos of the Olympic champion knitting dog sweaters garnered almost as much attention as his gold medal win.
After months of recovering from an attack at gunpoint that resulted in two of Lady Gaga’s prized French Bulldogs going missing, dog walker Ryan Fischer has spoken out. On February 24, Fischer went to take the pop star’s three dogs for a walk. Miss Asia, Gustav, and Koji padded closely next to him as he
Chain animal supply retailer PetSmart recently recalled 100,300 units of Top Paw Double Diner Dog Bowls citing a laceration hazard. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission also announced the recall. If you purchased dog bowls from Petsmart recently, you may want to heed this information. Here’s everything you need to know about this product and
Have you seen dogs jumping off docks at state fairs or on sports TV? This high-octane event is actually a sport called dock diving and you and your dog can get involved! Building on a dog’s natural love of toys, in dock diving pups leap into special pools to retrieve toys and compete to see
The highly contagious canine parvovirus is quickly spreading near Decatur, Illinois. Northgate Pet Clinic said that in only three weeks, they’ve seen 30 parvo cases and 20 parvo-related deaths. Normally, they see one case every two to three months. The Macon County Animal Shelter has also decided to postpone dog adoptions until they get the
Chicago is known as both a cultural and arts hub: one of world-class museums, stunning architecture and a happening restaurant scene. The Windy City is also home to plenty of dog-friendly places. Look forward to stellar dog-friendly restaurants and dog beaches and even pet-friendly hotels in Chicago. If you’re looking for a place to stay
Photos of military dogs left in cages in Afghanistan sparked a lot of controversy on social media. Despite many organizations wanting to help, the U.S. Military has a different story on the matter. According to the Pentagon, no U.S. military dogs were left behind in Afghanistan. They insist that the U.S. Military would never neglect