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Emotional Reunion Between Man and His Dying Dog May Leave You in Tears

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 04:52:43 +0000

There’s nothing like seeing an old friend. In this touching video shot in December, but uploaded this month, Navy Hospital Corpsman Eric Ralston returns home to Colorado from an eight-month tour in Guam to be greeted by the family dog, Kermie. It’s a pretty cool scene, but even more so because a month after Ralston [...]

11 Perfectly-Timed Animal Photos

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:40:34 +0000

Achieving a perfectly-timed picture is tricky stuff, because it doesnâ€™t usually happen on purpose. But when these photos are done right, the result is Web G-O-L-D. We already know animals partake in entertaining shenanigans, but capturing it at the right moment doesnâ€™t usually happen. Well guess what– weâ€™ve found those select few pictures that were [...]

Putting Dogs in Pantyhose is a Thing Now [VIDEO]

Bethany Lee — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:50:38 +0000

You knew Fido looked dashing in that Superman costume, but wait until you see him in nylons and heels!

Watch These Dogs With Their Heads Stuck in Bags — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 15:00:29 +0000

[onescreen item="5029273"] Somebody turn on the lights! For the record here, we’re not encouraging people to go around putting bags on their dogs’ heads just for fun and laughsâ€”in most of these cases, the mischievous pooch in question stuck his head inside the dog-food bag when he shouldn’t have and learned a valuable lesson. Sometimes [...]

Watch These People Being Surprised With Puppies — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:00:51 +0000

[onescreen item="5029213"] It’s the kind of present you never forget seeing the first time. And it works on folks of all agesâ€”especially kids, sure, but really, anyone who gets a puppy for a present seems to fall to pieces. We can understand the urge to film these reactions: this is the very start of a [...]

Dog Eats 111 Pennies, Proves Dogs Will Eat Anything

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 18:30:08 +0000

People arenâ€™t the only ones who can be money hungry. A dog in New York City somehow managed to eat 111 pennies. Jack, a 13-year-old Jack Russell Terrier, ate the currency which he found in the home of his New York City owner. His owner promptly rushed Jack to the vet, where X-rays revealed a [...]

Watch These Cats and Dogs Who Really Hate Taking Baths — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Tue, 12 Mar 2013 13:00:24 +0000

[onescreen item="5026379"] If you’ve ever tried to give a cat a bathâ€”or even just bring the cat anywhere near a bathtubâ€”then you know how these people feel. And it’s not only our feline friends who loathe the idea of getting dunked into soapy water. RatherÂ than willingly submit to the utter torture of bath time,Â quite a [...]

10 Puppies in Pajamas

Cameron Simcik — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:43:23 +0000

These days, it seems like dogs are getting more and more into the dressing like a human game. That or we're just getting more obsessed with clothing our canines in mini versions of stuff we wear. (The latter is true.) Either way, there are zero complaints on our end, because the results are just so stinkin' cute.

11 Dogs Just Hanging Out in Backpacks

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:23:40 +0000

Dogs have it good these days. Like, really good. They're gaining all sorts of attention just for being fashionable or looking like a human. How do they do it? We haven't the slightest clue. All we know is these days they're gaining more casual fame by being photographed in their owner's backpacks like it's no biggie (and it's ridiculously cute).

Video of the Rarely Seen Scottish Terrier Puppy Pinwheel — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 20:00:40 +0000

[onescreen item="5008413"] Never seen a Scottish terrier puppy pinwheel?Â It’s a mesmerizing sight. “Why don’t they stop walking, and just stand and drink?” you might ask. But that would be missing the point entirely. Once one of them starts moving as he drinks, the other five must then do the same. And round and round they [...]

Watch These Dogs Carrying Really Big Sticks — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:00:46 +0000

[onescreen item="5006657"] Dogs have loved sticks since the beginning of time. That’s just a scientific fact. And the bigger the stick, the better. Sometimes, though, a dog will find big stick (SWEET!), pick it up and bring it back, but run into a problem: the doorway is too narrow. This problem has baffled canines for [...]

Get a Sneak Peek at the Cute Canine Contenders of Animal Planet's 2013 'Puppy Bowl'

Amanda Ferris — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 19:27:59 +0000

The Animal Planet's 'Puppy Bowl' has announced their lineup for 2013. This hit Superbowl spoof features adorable puppies that hail from rescue organizations both in the US and Puerto Rico and will air on February 3rd at 3PM. The show will also feature the fan favorite Kitty Halftime Show to satisfy the cat lovers who just adore watching cuddly kittens play and the fuzzy baby chicken cheerleaders that will send animal lovers everywhere into squealing fits over their cuteness.

Loyal Dog Attends Mass Every Day At Church Owner's Funeral Was Held

Jeremy Taylor — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 17:50:02 +0000

Here’s a story for you if you’re in need of a good cry but don’t feel like smashing your thumb with a hammer. One dog is so loyal to his owner, that he has continued to go to mass at the church where her funeral was held months ago. Still no tears? Read the details. [...]

Study Shows More Texans Prefer Owning Dogs Over Cats [POLL]

Townsquare Media | Wichita Falls — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 21:45:58 +0000

The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) recently released its U.S. Pet Ownership & Demographics Sourcebook, which revealed that Texans prefer owing dogs over cats. Texas ranks 9th for dog ownership with 44 percent of households ownin

It's Dog Vs. Orange In an Epic Battle

Kyle Dowling — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 17:00:55 +0000

In the battle of dog versus orange, we might have to declare that this one goes to the latter. What began as mere curiosity toward the sliced citrus transformed into an epic quest for the title of king and conqueror. You can tell from the many leaps, sniffs and scratches this persistent pup will never [...]

Help Your Pooch Unwind With 'Dawg Grog,' Beer Made for Dogs

Donald Deane — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:12:52 +0000

Do you find that your dog is frequently stressed after a hard day of guarding the home? Then you may want to help your pooch unwind with 'Dawg Grog,' which is being marketed as beer for man's best friend.

13 Dogs Who Are So Ready to Celebrate New Year's Eve

Cameron Simcik — Sun, 30 Dec 2012 15:00:55 +0000

It's true the holidays are easily the greatest time of year, but it can also be the most exhausting. After so much preparation, it sort of feels like we want to nap for weeks. It also doesn't help that we ate our weight in ham and stuffing and chocolate, so we're currently nursing a major food hangover. But it's time to rally, people! We can't forget one of the greatest parties is coming up in just a few short days-- New Year's Eve.

14 Adorable Dogs Dressed Like Reindeer

Cameron Simcik — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:51:54 +0000

Aww man! We’ve been sucked in again. It’s another edition of animals in costumes, but we swear it’s way worth your time. Why? Well, because there are few things more adorable than dressing up our dogs and cats in holiday garb and showing them off on the Web. We’re positive they love it! (Maybe.) After [...]

10 Ways to Make Your Home Pet-Friendly

Townsquare Media | Wichita Falls — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 16:15:56 +0000

Whether you’re a new dog owner or you and your pooch have been best pals for years, there’s always room to make your home more pet friendly. Doing so will not only keep your dog safer and happier, but can also help protect your belongings and furniture from canine destruction. “Your dog is a member [...]

17 Dogs Dressed Like Santa

Cameron Simcik — Thu, 29 Nov 2012 16:30:52 +0000

Santa Claus rules. Unless his beard gets stuck mid-mall stunt, then his cool status gets a little iffy. But otherwise, good ol' St. Nick is really awesome. Why? For starters, he has reindeer as pets, gives out presents for a living and gets thousands of free homemade cookies on Christmas Eve. Basically, the guy's livin' the life. It's no wonder he's survived to be like, hundreds of years old!