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For many dog breeds, regular grooming is a necessity. Trips to the groomers are just a part of the routine. No parent expects to drop their dog off at the groomer’s one day and pick them up later with a life-threatening condition. But sadly, that’s what happened to a family in Ohio this month. Tina Brady and her husband dropped their 14-year-old Yorkshire Terrier Lacey off at groomer Andra Edison’s home. Previously, they’d taken Lacey to the grooming business where … Read more

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We told the shocking story of a puppy found buried alive on a Hawaiian beach earlier this year. Although the machete-wielding abuser has not been identified, this story has a very happy ending.We are thrilled to share that this spirited dog is living a happy and healthy life with the loving family who fostered her. Buried Alive by Machete-Wielding Abuser In case you missed the original story, a passerby on a beach in Oahu, Hawaii spotted a machete-wielding man burying a puppy … Read more

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With over a million subreddits for all sorts of specific communities, Reddit has a lot to offer. Particularly for us dog lovers, a subreddit called “BeforeNAfterAdoption” lets rescuers and dog parents share the stories behind their adoptions. Naturally, all these photos and videos are touching, a nice reminder of why we love to save animals. Graham Whatmough, or as he’s known on Reddit “u/WhereTheHighwayEnds” shared a beautiful video of his dog Willow happily enjoying the outdoors to the page. You’d … Read more

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Orlando Bloom’s Poodle and constant companion, Mighty, had been missing for seven excruciating days. The actor took to Instagram on Wednesday to announce that Mighty was presumed dead. The heartbreaking news is difficult for Bloom to bear. Mighty Went Missing For Seven Days Orlando Bloom enlisted the help of his social media followers to find Mighty when the dog went missing in Montecito, California. He posted to Instagram, “MIGHTY IS MISSING. He is chipped and his collar has a number to … Read more

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All dog lovers have an image of the perfect pup in their mind. Unfortunately, the physical traits we find cutest do not always match up with the personality traits that suit our lifestyle. The Dog House, which premiers this week on the streaming platform HBO Max, showcases a new method of pet adoption. Described as “doggy dating,” these matching techniques are designed to help adopters avoid the usual pitfalls. The show takes place at the Wood Green Animals Charity in … Read more

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Pit Bull lovers know all about those floppy Pittie lips. Those droopy things tend to flap all over the place when a Pittie runs, jumps, and rolls around. They look especially adorable when the dog lies down. One gray and white Pit Bull who likes to lie on his back inspired his person to make art. All it took was two craft-store googly eyes placed gently underneath the Pit’s chin. These little additions turned a floppy-lipped back-sleeper into… some sort … Read more

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Matt Bentley was riding his four-wheeler through the salt flats in Utah one night. Suddenly an animal appeared in the middle of a trail, so he stopped. His trip to Great Salt Lake Desert took on a new purpose when he saw the mysterious animal up close. It turned out to be a cold, starving, hairless dog. The dog was suffering from one of the worst cases of mange imaginable. Bentley obviously worried about the dog’s condition, so he got … Read more

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The state of Mississippi proves their stance as a friend to cats and dogs thanks to new legislation designed to hit animal abusers with even stiffer punishments. Recently signed into law by Gov. Tate Reeves, Senate Bill 2658 serves to expand the charges available for animal cruelty cases against domesticated cats and dogs. Written by Sen. Angela Burks Hill, the bill updates prior legislation passed in 2011. Mississippi offers justice to innocent cats and dogs.  Felony Charges for the Cruel … Read more

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A young girl living in South Africa found a way to turn her extra time in lockdown into a kind gesture for the dogs in her community. With South Africa experiencing their coldest winter in the last decade, she knew she had something special to offer the Kempton Park SPCA during this difficult time. The Kempton Park SPCA is one of many incredible animal shelters around the world that are feeling the impact of the current pandemic. With the current … Read more

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Whenever humans need life-saving blood donations, there are blood blanks around the world that can offer the blood we so desperately need. While dogs are just as susceptible to severe injuries and diseases that require blood transfusions, their sources of blood are much more limited. Thankfully for an ill dog named Danny in India, there was a heroic pup that was willing to help! Danny is a 13-year-old Spitz that was suffering from the effects of chronic kidney disease. The … Read more

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