The 2016 campaign trail has left most Americans feeling confused, frustrated and out of options. But, if you think there has never been a complete lack of viable candidates running for office before – you’re very mistaken. Sure, Donald Trump got farther than anyone expected. But, believe it or not, …
A few pups out there tend to get a little overwhelmed when they see you filling their dish. Their excitement is justified from their point of view, of course: “The world is ending! We need to have our meals now!!” But if your pup gets too excited for food, and he jumps up …
Mike Heath is a homeless Vietnam War veteran suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. He lives off disability checks and spends his days in cheap motel rooms in Minnesota. Now, he’s sleeping in his car to save money for a reward. His service dog Baby was stolen from him a few …
Dogs are called man’s best friend for a reason. Throughout history, some have expressed immense bravery in the face of danger to protect their two-legged companions. Search-and-rescue dogs are among the first to respond to catastrophes from terrorist attacks to natural disasters. Military dogs have taken bullets and heated shrapnel …
How Do We Know That Dogs Detect Tumors? Over the past decade, dozens of cancer survivors have testified to being “diagnosed” by their dogs. And, for many years, their claims were met with nothing but skepticism. Well, a few recent cases made it impossible to dismiss the notion as mere coincidence. One of the …
A decade ago, Tracy Dove’s 1-year-old dog Charlie went missing. Last week, she got the call she had hoped for but thought she’d never get. Her dog was found alive. “I was shocked, overwhelmed. I cried,” Dove told the Associated Press. “It’s amazing.” Charlie had been found on the steps …
Summer heat may be cruel, but these dogs keep their cool.
Everyone knows that pet owners think of their pups as loyal companions or even family members. Likewise, dogs see their owners as caring teachers and lifelong friends. Yet, most of us have no idea how important service canines are to our society. Millions of these animals offer irreplaceable assistance to people all over the world. Humans can’t …
When most people hear “simple dog tricks,” they think basics. But, with just a bit of training, canines can learn to do much more than ‘stay’, ‘sit’ and ‘roll over.’ From playing dead, to playing basketball – teaching your dog new tricks can be fun, easy and highly rewarding. Training is a healthy source of physical …
