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The Fastest Dog in the Nation Could Outrace Usain Bolt!

In December, 117 dogs from around the country competed to find which was the fastest. The overall winner, known as “Phelan,” clocked...

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Awesome Stories

Gumdrop Becomes First Pit Bull Adopted in Denver After 31-Year Breed Ban is Lifted

Gumdrop the dog just became the very first pit bull adopted in Denver, Colorado since the city’s 31-year breed ban was lifted...

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Front Page News

Ben & Jerry’s Launches Doggie Desserts Frozen Treats for Dogs

For the first time in the ice cream company’s history, Ben & Jerry’s is unveiling two new Doggie Desserts designed exclusively for...

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Front Page News

Is Your Dog a Hero to You? Nominations Open for the 2021 American Humane Hero Dog Awards®

The annual, year-long American Humane Hero Dog Awards® campaign seeks to identify and honor the best of our best friends and will...

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Basic Training

4 Ways We Annoy Our Dogs (Without Even Realizing It!)

Dogs are family. They’re our loyal companions, our faithful sidekicks, our devoted therapists, our very best friends. But, sometimes we show our...

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Front Page News

DoorDash Driver Delivers Food, Takes Off with 8-Week Old Puppy

Home surveillance video captured a DoorDash delivery driver making a New Year’s Day food delivery—and leaving with the family’s 8-week old puppy....

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Front Page News

Pet Insurance Alternative Promises to Make Vet Care Affordable for All—With No Exceptions

Pawp is introducing an affordable alternative to pet insurance that supports pets and their owners during emergency situations, without exclusions. A $24 monthly subscription...

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Basic Training

3 Ways to Avoid Ruining Your Dog

In the same way that parents of human kids take steps in those early, impressionable years to raise happy, healthy, and confident...

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BSL: Breed Law

Starting January 11, No More Emotional Support Animals Allowed on Planes

A new rule by the U.S. Department of Transportation eliminates special access for Emotional Support Animals on airplanes and limits allowable service...

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Canine Rights

What Would Happen to Your Dog, If Something Happened to You?

If the last year has taught us anything, it’s that life is unpredictable; that it’s important to expect the unexpected; that we...

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Animal Advocates

Vacaville Police Defend Officer Caught Repeatedly Punching his K9 Partner

Video of an unnamed Vacaville, California police officer repeatedly punching his canine partner in the head was posted to social media on...

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Front Page News

RECALL: 9 Lots of Dry Dog & Cat Foods Recalled After at Least 28 Dog Deaths

On December 30, 2020, Midwestern Pet Food, Inc. recalled certain lots of Sportmix dog and cat food products after reports of at least...

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Ask the Trainer

The Three Most Dangerous Types of Dogs

By now, most people should know that “dangerous breed” laws have been proven ineffective and banning dogs based on physical appearance does...

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Tips for a Stress-Free Move With Your Dog

Moving is considered by many to be one of life’s most stressful events. Now, imagine being a dog and having no idea...

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Front Page News

Pet Owners Beware: Cancelled Celebrations Will Bring Fireworks Closer to Home on New Year’s Eve

By Abbey Nickel, Purdue University The COVID-19 pandemic has caused cities and counties across the country to cancel their public fireworks displays,...