On a chilly day in Sao Paulo, Brazil, two brothers passed a homeless dog outside of a train station. While the eldest, Gabriel, went to buy tickets for the subway, he observed his brother Felipe committing an act of pure kindness. The dog was lying down by a wall, cold and alone. Felipe knew he had the ability to help it, even if that meant making a little sacrifice. Setting the scene, Gabriel told The Dodo: “He saw a dog … Read more

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The bond between a dog and his person is nothing to underestimate. It’s based on mutual love, appreciation, and most of all, trust. Contrary to popular belief, earning a dog’s complete trust isn’t as simple as giving out a few treats and belly rubs. If you want your dog to trust you with his life, you need to earn it. It can take months, and even years, of dedicated love and attention to earn a dog’s trust. Not every relationship … Read more

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Having surveillance cameras surrounding your home can offer more than just peace of mind. In McClain County, Oklahoma one resident’s security cameras captured not attempted burglary, but a different kind of crime. The footage revealed a man cruelly dumping three puppies onto a gravel road. Not only did he abandon the dogs, he physically harmed them. The witness, Joe Fleming, described to KFOR what he saw on his security cameras that day. “[The suspect] opened the hatch and reached in and … Read more

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On the outskirts of a city, a tiny puppy was abandoned. The pup was despondent from waiting in the empty woods and so the traveler informed a local dog shelter for assistance. Milan, a rescuer from “Dog Rescue Shelter Mladenovac,” went to save the solitary puppy not knowing what he would face. Milan traveled over six-miles on remote roads in order to find the puppy. The puppy was hiding behind a fallen stone pillar and was startled when Milan drew … Read more

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If you’ve ever been part of a family who had to make the difficult decision to rehome an animal, you know it’s an incredibly emotional endeavor. But being denied the opportunity to say goodbye can make an already painful predicament even more upsetting.  So when an anonymous teenager posted online that he wasn’t allowed the opportunity to say goodbye to his first dog, the internet was up in arms.  The troubled teen posted about his emotional experience on Reddit; a social … Read more

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Since many of us rely on cars for daily transportation, it’s easy to forget that driving always poses a potential risk. Cars are heavy machinery, and accidents can happen to anyone. Fortunately, fire departments and emergency crews are prepared to do whatever it takes to save lives in the event of a crash. On the morning of February 11th, 2021, a major pileup occurred outside of Fort Worth Texas. Close to 100 vehicles were involved in the crash, resulting in wreckage … Read more

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Have you ever in your life eaten dinner on a plate, left the plate sitting on the counter over night without so much as a rinse and then used that same plate for breakfast the next morning? Of course you haven’t! The very thought of it is enough to send your tummy turning. Despite that, so many of us feed our pup in the same dish over and over without cleaning it. Or, maybe we are really on top of … Read more

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An intelligent breed, the Schnauzer has been dubbed “the dog with the human brain.” However,  thanks to their devoted nature the Schnauzer also figuratively possess the hearts of many humans. This breed is so beloved by anyone who has been fortunate enough to welcome a Schnauzer into their life that they have their own pet holiday: National Schnauzer Day! When is National Schnauzer Day? National Schnauzer …

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You’ve heard the old saying — to calculate your dog’s age in human years you multiply his age by seven. A more modern idea accounts for breed size, where small and medium-sized breeds are thought to age at a slower rate than large and giant breed dogs. All mammals progress through the life stages of …

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You can tell your pet isn’t feeling well, but you don’t know how to help. It’s a rotten feeling! Checking some basic wellness measurements can help you figure out what’s causing your pet’s discomfort and get him feeling better.   Every pet owner knows that feeling … when your pup isn’t himself, but you’re not […]

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