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Dogs are wonderful, loyal, sweet, all-around awesome friends. They know how to cheer us up when we’re sad and help us be more carefree and happy. A dog is a big responsibility, however, and needs to be cared for always. They need instruction, guidance, and limits so you and…
Tomorrow we are recognizing the dogs of politicians. They are wonderful additions to our government and have had huge impacts in our politics and in the press. Like any other pup they are loving, sweet, and adorable dogs that endlessly love their owners. Here are a few stories about…
We all know dogs are wonderful. They are endlessly loving, patient, sweet, funny, and all around amazing. R.W. Purche described it best when he said, “Everyone thinks they have the best dog and none of them are wrong.” Dogs (and pets in general, really) deserve our utmost respect, our attention,…
In developed worlds rabies is mostly a thing of the past. In some instances wild dogs or animals with rabies may come into contact with humans but is usually taken care of quickly and safely. In developing countries, however, rabies is still a current and deadly threat. Many children…
Bretagne (pronounced Brittany) was the last living 9/11-rescue dog. She lived happily in Texas with her family and recently returned to Ground Zero. There she almost immediately went back to work sniffing for bodies trapped in the vicinity, proving that a rescue dog’s work is never done. On June 6,…
The second Sunday in September has been established by the International Association of Pet Cemeteries (IAPC) as National Pet Memorial Day. Mourning a pet’s death can be a difficult time. You need to give yourself plenty of time, patience, and room to heal properly. If you’re unsure how you are…
Led by FEMA’s Ready Campaign, Citizen Corps and The Advertising Council, this effort encourages individuals, families, businesses and communities to work together and take action to prepare for emergencies. Your family’s safety is of the utmost importance during a disaster. Be sure to include your pup or kitten when…
Astro was the best friend of George Jetson during the popular cartoon, The Jetsons. Astro was a loyal pup that had his own episode The Coming of Astro where he is almost given to another character but luckily they had an apartment that was simply too small. After The…
National Dog Day was created in 2004 to celebrate our furry friends and all they do for us. All over the country there are hundreds of organizations, events, and fundraisers to help pooches find forever homes and stay happy and healthy. But there are ways to celebrate in your…
Diesel was a Belgian Shepherd that was employed by the French police. During a search Diesel ran into an apartment of a Paris bombing suspect. Diesel sustained multiple gunshot wounds from the suspect before passing away. His sacrifice saved the lives of all of his fellow police officers. He…