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- KCRA3 - Nevada County Search and RescueA Nevada man may owe his life to the intelligence of his border collie after the real-world "Lassie" led search and rescue to him. The man had fallen 70 feet down a steep slope in the Tahoe Forest, breaking his hip and some ribs. The next day he managed to crawl his way to a patch of cell service and call for help. Search and Rescue … [Read more...] about A ‘True Lassie’ Helped a Rescue Team Find His Owner Who Fell 70 Feet in Tahoe Forest

SWNSAn English family was left stunned when their dog escaped only to return later that day with a ribbon won at a local dog show. Paula Closier and Peter Closier were worried when their 5-year-old beagle mix disappeared on Sunday. They called the police and the dog warden. The officers searched their home in West Sussex. Their neighbors joined the hunt for Bonnie. When … [Read more...] about Family Left Stunned When Their Dog Escaped-Only to Return Later With a Ribbon From a Dog Show

Escalating temperatures can be deadly for pets - but there are several ways to minimise the dangers. You could use a paddling pool to help your dog cool off during the heatwave While hot weather is a cause for celebration for many, higher temperatures present significant health risks for domestic animals. As demonstrated by the tragic story of a pug which died in a hot van on … [Read more...] about How to protect your dog from deadly UK heatwave as weather gets hotter

Letter received by Frank Lloyd Wright, asking him to design a dog house – Courtesy of Marin County Civic CenterDesigner of some of the most celebrated buildings in American history—including Falling Water and the Guggenheim Museum—Frank Lloyd Wright, as it turns out, helped fulfill the housing needs of other animals too. In 1956, a 12-year-old boy asked the famous architect … [Read more...] about Boy Asked Frank Lloyd Wright to Design Him a Dog House – And He Did

Instagram/@lovelykupataA stray dog in the country of Georgia has appointed himself as the local crossing guard for young children crossing a busy intersection. Every morning, he strongly discourages drivers from encroaching upon the crosswalk by barking wildly at them until the kids, who cross hand-to-hand with their teacher, have made it across. "He's a very serious boy. He … [Read more...] about Stray Dog Becomes a Fierce Crossing Guard for These Children Every Day

People who already own an English bulldog are being encouraged to monitor them carefully and to seek early advice if they become concerned about any symptoms. Vets urge people to think before they buy an English bulldog. The breed is still "compromise by major health problems". A Royal Veterinary College research has revealed that dogs which are growing in popularity … [Read more...] about Vets Advise to Think Twice Before Purchasing an English Bulldog. Breed’s Serious Health Problems is the Reason

Lucian DachmanDogs became 'man's best friend' because of a gene that lowered their stress and made them more relaxed around people, according to new research from Japan. Descended from wolves, the domestication of dogs which enabled their special relationship with humans has baffled evolutionary experts for decades. Now, Azabu University thinks they have found the solution. … [Read more...] about Dogs Became Perfect Human Companion Thanks to a Gene that Lowered Their Stress: New Study

Chelsea Blackwell/FacebookLosing a dog is distressing, losing a 15-year-old dog is worse--and losing a 15-year-old dachshund is a grim situation indeed. Fortunately for Chelsea Blackwell who was distraught, the dog found its way to the arms of someone who could help. Blackwell lost Blue the dachshund in her home town of Albany last Monday, prompting her to drive around … [Read more...] about New York Woman Finds Her Lost Dachshund — in Hilary Swank’s Lap

Animal welfare groups have commended the New York State Legislature for passing the Puppy Mill Pipeline Bill--groundbreaking legislation that will end the retail sale of dogs, cats, and rabbits in pet stores across the state. Championed by Assembly member Linda B. Rosenthal and Senate Deputy Majority Leader Michael Gianaris, this bill now heads to Gov. Kathy Hochul. If signed … [Read more...] about New York Passes Law to Shut Down the Puppy Mill Pipeline

SWNSThis is the heart-warming reaction of care home residents as they enjoyed a visit from an adorable group of Pomeranian and British bulldogs. The adorable video shows the residents of Romford Grange Care cooing, stroking at the tiny dogs, and having their noses licked in return. The visit was organized last month by Larry Cooley (owner of The Bully Ranch) as part of The … [Read more...] about Watch Seniors Come to Life When Puppies Flooded Their Nursing Home