The persuasive words of an 8-year old written in crayon cracked open the hearts of potential dog adopters to empty the kennel crates of a local shelter. Their hand-written personalized notes resulted in skyrocketing adoption rates for the pooches least likely to get adopted in the Virginia capital. No human could resist a plea like, "If you do adopt me, I hope I will brighten … [Read more...] about Students Write Adorable Letters on Behalf of Shelter Animals to Boost Adoptions – And it Worked
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The Newest Cadbury Bunny is… a Therapy Dog Named Annie Rose!
Lori R.Drumroll please...the votes are in, and America has chosen an adorable dog as the winner of the fourth-annual Cadbury Bunny Tryouts. Annie Rose will star in this year's Cadbury Clucking Bunny commercial and will take home a $5,000 cash prize, along with plenty of bragging rights for when she visits local nursing homes in her home state of Ohio. An English doodle, Annie … [Read more...] about The Newest Cadbury Bunny is… a Therapy Dog Named Annie Rose!
In West Midlands, three children were seriously hurt in two separate dog attacks.
A two-year-old boy was left in a critical condition in Worcestershire on Monday and an eight-year-old boy and girl, six, were also taken to hospital in Cannock in a separate incident. The two attacks were carried out just weeks after the deaths of two young women who had been mauled and mauled in their home by dogs. Three young children were seriously hurt in separate West … [Read more...] about In West Midlands, three children were seriously hurt in two separate dog attacks.
Two West Midlands children were seriously hurt in two separate dog attacks.
A two-year-old boy was left in a critical condition in Worcestershire on Monday and an eight-year-old boy and girl, six, were also taken to hospital in Cannock in a separate incident. The two attacks were carried out just weeks after the deaths of two young women who had been mauled and mauled in their home by dogs. Two children have been seriously injured in separate dog … [Read more...] about Two West Midlands children were seriously hurt in two separate dog attacks.
Photographer Takes Hilarious Pictures of Dogs Catching Cheese to Raise Money for Charity
SWNSA dog photographer who captures hilarious pictures of pooches trying to catch cubes of cheese has been busy raising money to buy pet food for food banks. 56-year-old Carolyne Cowan recently snapped pictures of 41 dogs lunging for cheese at a charity ‘catchathon’ event. Mom-of-two Carolyne pictured everything from Rottweilers and Greyhounds to little Border Terriers. Her … [Read more...] about Photographer Takes Hilarious Pictures of Dogs Catching Cheese to Raise Money for Charity
World-famous Crufts dog show returns to Birmingham but without its Russian competitors
Over 20,000 dogs have entered the competition this year but organisers took the decision to ban exhibitors from Russia over the country's invasion of Ukraine. The show runs until Sunday and is being held at the NEC in Birmingham The world's biggest dog show Crufts is back, with a mix of breeds, hairstyles and outfits as the dogs compete after last year's cancellation due to the … [Read more...] about World-famous Crufts dog show returns to Birmingham but without its Russian competitors
Dog causing flood by turning on tap among hundreds of pet-related insurance claims, Aviva reveals
The company said it receives about 800 accidental damage claims in the UK every year where man's best friend is involved. Carpets, TVs and laptops are often on the receiving end of canine capers. Pic: Istock An insurance company discovered that a dog who accidentally turned on the tap in his kitchen while its owner was away caused it to flood. This is one example of unusual … [Read more...] about Dog causing flood by turning on tap among hundreds of pet-related insurance claims, Aviva reveals
Ukrainian Soldiers Adopt Freezing Puppy Who Now Stands Guard for Them
It’s not all doom and gloom in the trenches in Ukraine. Sometimes it’s head pats and belly rubs. That’s because stray dogs like Rambo have been adopted by Ukrainian troops. “He is security. That’s his job,” one soldier told Freedom News, gesturing at an 8-inch tall puppy curiously hopping around, wondering who the camera crew were. “We took him into our post, and he … [Read more...] about Ukrainian Soldiers Adopt Freezing Puppy Who Now Stands Guard for Them
Cats and Dogs May Protect Owners From Memory Loss in Later Life
Owning a pet, like a dog or cat, especially for five years or longer, may be linked to slower cognitive decline in older adults, according to a preliminary study. "Prior studies have suggested that the human-animal bond may have health benefits like decreasing blood pressure and stress," said study author Tiffany Braley of the University of Michigan Medical Center in Ann … [Read more...] about Cats and Dogs May Protect Owners From Memory Loss in Later Life
Wheelchair Tumbles into Lake, But 81-Year-old is Saved From Drowning By His Dog’s Barking
Port St. Lucie Police Department on Facebook An 81-year-old man and his dog were on their morning walk around the lake when he lost control of his electric wheelchair. Soon, he was nearly drowning, but, 'man's best friend' jumped into action. Harry Smith lost his traction in the mulch, causing him to slip down the bank and then flip into the water in Port St. Lucie. Mr. … [Read more...] about Wheelchair Tumbles into Lake, But 81-Year-old is Saved From Drowning By His Dog’s Barking
