Dog Bites Caused 34 Deaths, 890,000 Injuries Last Year

In 2015, over 4.4 million Americans reported being bitten and almost 20% of them required medical attention. That translates into five victims and one emergency room visit every 6 minutes, all year long. 34 people – 14 of them being children ages nine or younger – have died as a result …

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Study Shows That We Need to Revise Our Training Methods

If you ask an agility dog trainer if are dogs capable of feeling love like we do, you might get somewhat of a shocked response! ‘Of course, dogs love and feel love!’ – You’d be crazy to suggest otherwise. But science is emotionless, can studies show positive results? Dr. Gregory Burns, a neuroscientist from …

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T.S.A. Prepping Dogs to Beat New Bomb Technology

Bomb makers are getting craftier and only ONE creature can save the day…dogs! The Transportation Safety Administration has been training dogs to sniff out bombs and drugs for decades. Dogs, with their keen sense of smell, have been able to be trained to save lives. To train these canine heroes, the …

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5 Cute Accessories for the Fashionable Pup

Part of the fun of having a furry best friend is getting to dress up and go out with them. Sure, they already have a lovely fur coat of their own… but sometimes, just like it can be fun for you, it’s nice to let them dress up, too. And …

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Swedish Restaurant Adds Menu for Dogs

Going out for lunch can be a drag for dog lovers who can’t be away from their pooches for too long. If you’re one of these people, and you find yourself in the Swedish town of Gothenburg, you’re in for a treat. And so is your dog. The Avenyfamiljen restaurant chain …

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Classroom Therapy Dog Has Big Effect on Students

Jeep, a Great Pyrenees, is in serious training mode to become a top-notch therapy dog. Jeep is training by visiting classrooms. Jeep’s owner, Lynette Zimmer, is a school superintendent in Lake County, Illinois. She brings her fluffy white pooch with her to work. While her students are learning in their …

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Dog with Camera Documents the Secret Lives of Pooches

Tula, the pup-arazzo, is taking the Internet by storm. Equipped with a GoPro, she roams dog parks throughout the Twin Cities capturing behind-the-scenes looks at how dogs unwind. Her Instagram handle is fittingly-titled @caninehappyhour. Every day, Tula provides her social media followers with vibrant photos of her and other dogs …

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Amazing Dogs In Mythology

Mythology? Tales from ancient cultures which consist of their Gods, Traditions, and Superstitions that have lasted hundreds – if not thousands of years. Ancient myths from around the world have captivated millions and continue to be told to this very day. Even our beloved dogs and dog hybrids have scattered …

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Missing Hiker and Dog Found Safe

After a two-day search that involved Black Hawk helicopters, a missing 23-year-old and his beloved dog were found safe. Cody Michael and his dog Bauer were reported missing after embarking on a hike near the Donner Summit in Sacramento. Army National Guardsmen spotted the pair at the Cherry Point area …

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