Don’t Worry Human, Science Says Your Dog Loves You… Lots
The way pooches spread the love to anyone and everyone at the dog park, it can sometimes seem like our dogs don’t discriminate in their affections; but…
Study: What Factors Are Involved When Re-Homing A Family Pet?
The decisions as to re-homing a pet are numerous. The ASPCA has released its research behind the most common reasons why people surrender pets.
Report: Rich People Also Happen To Be Dog People
A new report has analyzed the tendencies and trends of the world's wealthiest people and found that the rich tend to be on Team Dog.
October Is Adopt-A-Dog Month At The American Humane Society
This month, help the American Humane Society give some precious pooches the forever homes they deserve Did you know there are 3 to 4 million animals waiting…
HSUS Declares California Most Humane State in the US
California comes in again as the most Humane State in the US, according to the HSUS, while Mississippi rounds out the bottom of the list.
Happy Ending for Dogs Affected by Chicago’s Extreme Shelter Overcrow
We told you about shelter overcrowding in Chicago, and are happy to update that many of the dogs in peril of euthanasia have found their forever homes!
Encouraging Research Links Heart Failure Cause and Treatment for Dogs
University of Guelph and Ontario Veterinary College Researchers are working to discover the cause of dog heart failure and how to treat it genetically.
Why Are Dogs Turning Blue in Mumbai?
Mumbai dogs are turning blue! No, this isn't some crazy Mumbai pet fashion trend. Unfortunately it is due to industrial waste in the Kasadi River.
Science Says Grieving For Our Pets is Human
To others, the loss of a beloved pet is not understood. Research proves that the pet/owner relationship is similar to those with human family members.
FDA Warns Pet Parents About Grain-Free Dog Food And Heart Disease
The U.S.Food and Drug Administration is investigating a possible link between a canine heart disease known as DCM and grain-free dog foods, particularly ones…
Petco Holiday Wishes Come True For Senior Dog Who Wins $25,000
The Petco Foundation's Holiday Wishes Campaign has "wrapped" - here's the story that stood out among thousands of entries and won the hearts of the judges.
Step Up To Win a $1000 Gift Card From Pets Add Life
Win one of six $1000 gift cards during Pets Add Life's Pet Step Contest. And all you have to do is tell them why you added a pet to your life.
Carrie Fisher’s Beloved French Bulldog Mourns Her Death
Fans worldwide are mourning the loss of Carrie Fisher, but perhaps none so much as Carrie's furry family member, a French Bulldog named Gary Fisher.
Houzz Survey Says That Pets Rule The Home
Houzz releases the results of its first-ever survey of how U.S. dog and cat parents accommodate furry family members with pet-friendly home interior design.
Military Working Dog Receives Hero’s Send Off As He’s Laid To Rest
An honorable canine service member has been laid to rest in Shreveport, Louisiana and was honored last week as the American hero he was.
Could Studying Canines Help People Lose Weight?
According to a new study, the behavior and responses of overweight dogs and humans are strikingly similar, which paves the road for further studies.
PetPace Smart Collar Used in New Canine Epilepsy Study
PetPace creates the first epileptic biometric database for dogs, working with leading universities and veterinary hospitals using Smart Collar for pets.
Delta Airlines Bans Pit Bull and ‘Pit Bull Types’ On Planes
Delta Airlines will no longer allow pit bull or 'pit bull type' dogs on flights, even if those dogs are for emotional support or are service dogs.
Hooray for Happy Endings! Meet Skier Gus Kenworthy’s Sochi Street Pu
7 months after the Olympic Winter Games, the puppies that American silver medal skier Gus Kenworthy rescued from the streets of Sochi are thriving. You might…
Wondercide Swims With the Big Fish On “Shark Tank”
The makers of natural pest control products for your pets and home, Wondercide is making waves on an upcoming episode of the hit TV series, "Shark Tank."
New Airplane Pet Monitoring System Gives Pet Parents Peace of Mind
Following the death of a puppy on a United Airlines flight, a new pet monitoring system ensures that furry family members are safe when they fly.
Study: Are Therapy Dogs Under Too Much Stress?
There is no doubt that therapy dogs do a great service to people in need, but does it take a toll on them? Here's what researchers say about the subject.
Fort McMurray Pet Owners Need Help After Wildfires Rage Through City
Forced to leave their pets behind because of raging wild fires, the pet parents of Fort McMurray are frantic with worry for their furry loved ones.
PBS’ ‘Shelter Me’ Puts The Spotlight On At-Risk Pets
We all know the statistics are grim: millions of dogs and cats are euthanized in shelters every year. Filmmaker Steve Latham is hoping to change that with hi…
Gus Kenworthy Reunited With Gold Medal South Korean Rescue Dog
Oh, happy day! Olympic skier Gus Kenworthy has been reunited with the dog he rescued from a dog meat farm in South Korea.
Your Jealous Dog: Study Shows Jealousy In Dogs Is Real
Does it surprise you that Fido may have a jealous side? Researchers find that pooches can turn into a green-eyed monster, too. Ever met a dog at a park or a…
Woman Sues Ex-Husband For Failing To Pay Support For Their Dog
This ex-husband had agreed to pay money towards the upkeep of their dog. However, he didn't stick to the arrangement so now he's being sued!
Get Caught Up In Rescue Madness This March As DoggyBnB Takes Over Inst
March Madness has nothing on Rescue Madness. DoggyBnB needs you to vote for the top dawg on Instagram to help raise awareness of animal rescues – and a…
Vet Uses Stem Cells and Regenerative Medicine for Senior Dogs
Advances in stem cell therapy grow in leaps and bounds, and veterinarians are turning to regenerative treatments for their furry patients.
Buy a Bag and Give a Meal to Pets in Need This Holiday Season
Giving feels good - especially when it's for rescue dogs and cats. Give PetSmart's "Buy a Bag, Give a Meal" a boost before it ends on December 31.
LA Looks at Vegan Diet For All Shelter Dogs, Despite Veterinary Recomm
As more people consider pets their 'family,' they are feeding them humans diets. A new proposal, if passed, will make LA shelter dogs vegan.
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Military Service Dog Receives Tearful Send-off Service [Video]
A Marine working dog received the tribute of a lifetime in his final days, as he battles cancer as valiantly as he had during his years with the Corps.
Panty-Stealing Pussy Prompts Hilarious Apology Letter
What do you do when a real-life cat burglar roams your 'hood? For a woman from Cardiff, England, you write hilarious apology letters and beg forgiveness!
Coming This Fall: “SAVE Our SHELTER” Launches On The CW Network
The best reason to skip Saturday morning cartoons! DOG for DOG brings you a caffeinated dose of inspiration and passion with SAVE our SHELTER TV series.
Rescued Puppy Has Lots Of Licks For Firefighters Who Saved Her Life
North Carolina Firefighters were recently reunited with a puppy they saved from a fire in October, and the puppy had lots of kisses to give for her heroes!
Hollywood’s Finest Invited To Help Shelter Pets
In an extravagant swag bag that's given to Oscar nominees, a donation certificate to shelter animal is the most loved item.
American Humane Nominee Was Returned 4 Times Before Finding Her Callin
Fifth time’s the charm it seems for a dog who went through four failed adoptions before finding her calling: police dog with the Rhode Island State Pol…
New Law in New York Will Revolutionize Microchipping
A new law in New York is aiming to reunite pet owners with their missing pets sooner than ever before, mandating microchip checks within 24 hours.
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Chihuahua May Break World Record With Birth of 11 Puppies [Video]
A rescued chihuahua in Kansas gave birth to 11 puppies on National Puppy Day, possibly breaking a world record! Way to go!
Man Paralyzed and Stuck in Snow Saved by His Golden Retriever
Kelsey the Golden Retriever earned lifetime "good girl" status after staying with her owner who was paralyzed in the snow for 20 hours and saving his life.
“The Mountain Between Us” Releases Spoiler to Let Viewers Know The
The movie "The Mountain Before Us" leaked a spoiler in its trailer, telling dog lovers everywhere, "It's okay to watch this movie! The dog does not die!"
Study: Pet Obesity on the Rise for 6th Straight Year
Nationwide confirms that over 1.3 million insurance claims were filed for conditions and diseases related directly to overweight pets in 2015.
Family Dog Saves 5-Year-Old Boy Trapped In Scalding Hot Dryer
In Lassie-like fashion, a family's pet Cockapoo saved a little boy in Northern Ireland after he was trapped in a dryer that turned on and nearly killed him.
Study: Your Dog Really Is Giving You Puppy Dog Eyes
We thought 'puppy dog eyes' could get you just about anywhere, and now science backs that up, claiming your pup does change facial expressions around you!
Playful Pup Stabs Owner During Game of Keep-Away
A lovable puppy who thought she'd found herself a new toy accidentally stabbed her owner, and left local law enforcement wondering what happened.
David Duchovny: “Lick My Face” To Support Zero-Kill Shelter Initia
David Duchovny has moved on from chasing scary aliens to saving cute dogs. Now, he's asking pooches to lick his face. Lucky dogs!
Voluntarily Recall Of Five Rachael Ray Nutrish Wet Cat Food Varieties
Ainsworth Pet Nutrition of Meadville, PA is voluntarily recalling five varieties of Rachael Ray Nutrish wet cat food, including Ocean Fish-a-licious, Lip Sma…
Korean Scientists Introduce the World’s First Cloned Litter Of Dogs
A litter of puppies born in Korea have become the second-generation of cloned dogs, with their 'donor' being the first cloned dog in the world.
Family Dog’s Cancer Turns Out To Be Delicious Teddy Bears
A family got the surprise of their life when they learned their St. Bernard's stomach cancer was actually four teddy bears the dog had eaten.
Woman Turns Tragedy Into Tenderness After Losing Beloved Dog
An Arkansas woman turns her grief over the loss of her dog into acts of kindness and service to others as she celebrates the life of her furry best friend.
Senior Canines Bring Love And Companionship To Senior Citizens
A special pair of senior canines are bringing joy to senior humans proving that love comes in all shapes and sizes (and even with fur)!
Concert Cellist Performs for Florida Humane Society Shelter
Professional cellist Natalie Helm performed for a very select group of furry music lovers Florida's Humane Society of Sarasota County.
Hey Kids! Write A Poem About Your Pet And Win $1000
Budding poets will want to enter Pets Add Life Children’s Poetry Contest Just about any pet owner can share stories about the positive impact their com…
Hotel Chain Partners With Petfinder to Rescue Adoptable Pets Nationwid
Pets are welcome at Extended Stay America hotels - they are working with Petfinder Foundation to help shelters who rescue and place adoptable pets.
Brands Are Cashing In On Millennial’s ‘Fur Baby’ Trend
Pets are 'starter children' say 44% of millennials. Brands cash in on our love of pets, selling high-end products for our beloved fur babies.
Dogs Would Rather Be Jammin’ to Reggae, Says New Research
Researchers recently shared a paper that suggested dogs' behaviors differ based on musical genres (and they prefer to listen to reggae or soft rock!).
Cross-Country Cycling Tour Highlights the Plight of Homeless Vets and
This US veteran is choosing to remain 'homeless' to show how important pets are in a vet's life, cycling the country to promote awareness of the plight.
The Dog Wedding Movie Contest Will Have Pet Parents Saying “I Do!”
If you've got a picture of your pooch dressed for a walk down the aisle, "The Dog Wedding" invites you to enter for a chance to win awesome prizes! I do!
The Story of Stubby The World War I Hero Dog is Hitting the Big Screen
A new animated film about Stubby, an adorable stray dog decorated for service during World War I, is being released April 8.
FDA Advises Dog Owners to Be Wary of Treat Bones This Holiday Season
It's tempting to scoop up some holiday bones for your dog's stocking, the FDA says it's received almost 70 reports of pet illnesses related to bone treats.