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USPS Honors Military Working Dogs in New Set of Postage Stamps

The United States Postal Service is honoring America’s brave and loyal military working dogs in a new set of postage stamps available...

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Check Out the Winning Shots in the World’s Most Prestigious Dog Photography Competition

Winners have just been announced in ‘The Kennel Club Dog Photographer of the Year’ competition, an annual dog photography contest organized by...

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Cancer-Sniffing Dogs 97% Accurate in Identifying Lung Cancer

Three beagles successfully showed they are capable of identifying lung cancer by scent, a first step in identifying specific biomarkers for the...

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Meet America’s Pet-Friendliest Companies Making the Workday Less ‘Ruff’

Employers looking to boost workplace morale may want to consider hiring from a new pool of talent: one with wagging tails, fur...

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How 9 Popular Dog Breeds Got Their Names

Ever wondered why a Beagle’s called a Beagle, or where the popular Labrador Retriever got its namesake? Or, who the heck is...

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Arkansas High School Includes Police Dog in Yearbook

An Arkansas high school included a photo of a favorite four-legged faculty member in their annual yearbook. Mya, a Belgian Malinois and...

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New Washington Law Will End Breed-Specific Bans

Currently, 27 cities across the state of Washington have breed-specific bans in place, most commonly restricting residents from owning Pit Bulls. Under...

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How Cuddling Puppies Could Help Save the Planet

This is not a drill. Eco-homes around the world are looking for some TLC, alongside the furry friends that just so happen...

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Strikeout! Umpire Gets Booed For Not Letting Bat Dog Fetch Bat

It’s not uncommon for umpires to get moans of disapproval from the crowd, but the ump at a Las Vegas Aviators game...

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Ohio Names ‘Shelter Pets’ as the Official State Pet

In an effort to raise public awareness for the thousands of homeless pets in shelters across the state, Ohio passed legislation naming...

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Lost Dog Finally Returns Home After Five Years Missing

We’ll never know where she was for so many years, but a beloved family dog is finally back at home where she...

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Man’s Best Friend is Around Every Turn at NASCAR’s Great American Race

There’s something about NASCAR – the sights, the sounds, the smell of rubber meeting road, the dogs… That’s right! Many race fans...

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Marathon Runner Rescues Puppy, Carries Him 19-Miles to Finish Line

When a kind-hearted marathon runner spotted a lost puppy just 7-miles into a race, she picked up the tiny pup and carried...

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Proposed Bill Would Make Animal Cruelty a Federal Felony

Two congressmen from Florida say existing laws don’t do enough to protect animals and are sponsoring a bill that, if passed, would...

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Forever Remembered: 42 Incredible Dog Memorial Tattoos

From simple line drawings and intricate photo-realism, to stylized portraits that perfectly capture your dog’s personality, a talented tattoo artist can create incredible dog...

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Finally – A Museum Devoted Entirely to Dogs! AKC’s ‘Museum of the Dog’ to Open in NYC

Fine art and technology meet in NYC’s only Museum dedicated to dogs! Opening in February, Museum of the Dog is devoted entirely...

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Missing Dog Returns Home After 8 Years Thanks to Microchip

A Louisiana family thought their dog was gone forever until 8 years after his disappearance, they got a call from a shelter...

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WATCH: Dogs Opening Their Christmas Presents

For some of us, watching our dogs open their own gifts is one of the highlights of Christmas morning! Nothing makes us...

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Do You Have The World’s Most Amazing Dog? Here’s Your Chance To Make Them a Facebook Star!

Have a talented pup, or one that is too cute for words? You’re in luck – World’s Most Amazing Dog is the reality-competition series for your...