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Researchers Find Shared OCD Genes in Dogs, Humans, and Mice

Newest findings indicate that OCD, one of the shared conditions that can affect both us and our pets, can be identified through four genomes.

Did Impeached South Korean President Park Geun-hye Abandon Her Dogs?

South Korea's impeached president Park Geun-hye keeps making headlines - the latest claims she's abandoned her loyal "First Dogs."

Are You Lazy Enough To Send Your Dog To Fat Camp?

If your dog has too much weight and you have too much money, why not send him to fat camp? Pet obesity is on the rise and this is a troubling concern. As pet…

Bigger Is Better: AKC Releases List Of 2013’s Most Popular Dogs In T

Lab lovers have spoken – See who took the American Kennel Club’s top spot on the Most Popular Dogs In The U.S. When it comes to dog breeds, owner…

Survey Says Pet Parents Celebrate Their Pets More Than Ever

According to the results of a new study from Mars Petcare US, pet parents celebrate their furbabies with paw-tastic parties.

The Story of Stubby The World War I Hero Dog is Hitting the Big Screen

A new animated film about Stubby, an adorable stray dog decorated for service during World War I, is being released April 8.

No Kids Allowed, But Dogs Welcome In Australian Restaurant

The restaurant of our dreams! After screaming toddler and rude mother make a scene, Aussie restaurant bans kids under 7 - but dogs of any age can come in!

Temporary Reprieve Issued For Montreal Pitbulls

A Superior Court Judge just gave pit bulls a temporary reprieve from the controversial law banning them in Montreal, but needs permanence to protect them.

“Throw Away Dogs” Recruited as Police K9 Heroes

There's no such thing as a "throw away dog." That's because an organization is giving former stray dogs a second chance in the police force.

Chew, Chew on This: Pets on Trains Service Permanent on Amtrak

With Amtrak's pilot pet program a booming success, the train company has expanded its program. Commuters can ride with their pets on more corridor trains.

Beloved Airport Patrol Dog Passes Away From Prostate Cancer [Video]

A legendary border collie named Piper has died, leaving behind many who valued his work at the Cherry Capital Airport in Michigan.

FreeKibble.com’s 3rd Annual March Kibble Madness Starts Tomorrow

March Madness starts tomorrow, and FreeKibble.com will have you cheering for an animal mascot. Get ready for the 3rd Annual March Kibble Madness!

First-Ever Identical Twin Pups Born to Irish Wolfhound

It's not uncommon for dogs to have many pups in a litter. However, there's never been a case of identical twin pups... until now!

AKC Will Now Give Titles To Tricksters

Dogs and their humans enjoy the fun that comes with learning tricks, and the American Kennel Club is launching a new program just for dogs who do tricks!

Adopt Protection Wants You To Swap Your Gun For A Shelter Dog

A new initiative is looking to reduce the number of homeless dogs and gun violence by offering adoption fee discounts to people who turn in their guns.

Super Sniffer Dog Helps Eradicate Invasive Ant Species

Invasive ants are a problem on the Channel Islands, but a solution has been found in the form of Tobias, the yellow Labrador Lab with a special talent.

New Law Means Mexico Will Stop Euthanizing Retired Police Dogs

After serving your community bravely, you shouldn't be rewarded with death! That's what happened to Mexican K9 dogs - but now they can be adopted.

Study: Genetic Mutation Linked to Brachycephaly in Dogs

Flat face breeds often have breathing problems. New research shows that those faces are linked to a genetic mutation in dogs and their skull development.

Young Girl Saved By Her 3 Dogs During Freezing Night in Woods

After wandering into the thick bush, a 9-year-old spends the night in the frigid outdoor temperatures, kept safe and warm by three of her furry companions.

Show Your Pittie Pride During Project Blue Collar’s #Pittie2020 Phot

Support The Underdog! On a mission to educate the world about the awesomeness of rescue dogs, Project Blue Collar wants you to “look” at Pitbulls…

Survey: Many Pet Owners Don’t Travel Due To Inadequate Boarding Opti

According to a recent survey, many pet parents opt to have a staycation because they don't want to put their dog in boarding because of cost.

Special Girl Passes Her “Make-A-Wish” Wish to Help Shelter Pups

Thanks to Anna Getner and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, a Connecticut dog shelter now has a brand new play room for pups to meet potential owners.

New Info Says Congress Can Agree On One Thing: It Loves Pets!

Even though Congress can't get along with each other, they love its pets, according to new survey information conducted on behalf of the HABRI.

Great News: Nevada’s New Bill 185 Bans Lease-to-Own Dogs

You may have heard about this dog scam - you can "Lease-to-own" a pooch. States are cracking down on it - Nevada has now banned the disturbing trend.

Houzz Survey Says That Pets Rule The Home

Houzz releases the results of its first-ever survey of how U.S. dog and cat parents accommodate furry family members with pet-friendly home interior design.

A Tearful Reunion After a Tragic Car Accident Brings the Best Tail Wag

Separated after a dog and his human, victims of a drunk driving accident, were recently reunited and the tears and tail wags were epic.

Widower’s $1 Million Donation To Winnipeg Humane Society Offers New

With the biggest donation ever made to the organization, the Winnipeg Humane Society opens the Joyce Gauthier Behaviour and Training Centre. In an amazing sh…

Cat Bread is the Best Thing Since Sliced Bread!

A bakery in Japan has gone to the cats--they've baked up a new bread that will have all the kittehs (and kitteh lovahs) saying, "Mmmmm...meow!"

Survey Finds Young Adults Would Rather Buy Than Adopt A Dog

Even with all the PSAs circulating that tout adoption as the most humane way to bring a dog into a household, it turns out that young adults would rather buy…

“World’s Loneliest Dog” Nabs a Role in New Transformers Movie

It's a true rags to riches story for this shelter pooch. Movie magic will soon give Freya, the "world's loneliest dog," the happily ever after she deserves.

Secret to Long Dog Life Revealed: It’s Being Spoiled Rotten!

A 23-year-old pooch in the UK is doing his best to stay with his family as long as he can. His dad says it's love and loyalty that's kept him going.

Study: Like Humans, Dogs Integrate Learned Information While Sleeping

Most dog owners will tell you--their dogs are people too! Now new research shows that dogs' brains even look similar to ours when we are sleeping!

Study: Dogs Use Scent To Detect Low Blood Sugar In Diabetics [Video]

Dogs truly are mankind's best friend. New research shows how dogs can detect oncoming hypoglycaemic episodes in humans by sniffing them out.

Abused Husky Stands by Children as They Have Their Day in Court

A Siberian Husky in California is making a difference in the lives of neglected and abused children, as they bond over their shared abuses.

Bizarre News: World’s Richest Dog Has 8 IPhones 7s

Coco Wang, the pet of Chinese multi-billionaire Wang Sicong, lives the life of opulent luxury and now has eight new iPhone 7s to let the world know!

Pitbull Named Top “American Hero Dog” At The 2013 American Humane

Elle the therapy dog teaches children about dog safety, reading, and overcoming prejudice Each year, the American Humane Association honors American Hero Dog…

Brave Woman Works Desperately to Rescue Bali Dogs Left Behind on Volca

An American woman is determined to rescue dogs who have been left behind a volcano in Bali, risking her life in the process.

Subaru And CPS Team Up For Next Round Of Pet Safety Product Crash Test

To ensure that pets are protected in cars, Subaru and Center for Pet Safety are out to raise awareness of vital safety measures and identify top crates and c…

Researchers to Study If Dogs Can Detect Prostate Cancer

A 3-year research trial out of England is looking to see if dogs can detect prostate cancer in humans, and if so, allow earlier treatment for the cancer.

Meghan Markle’s Royal Beagle Gets His Own Children’s Book

What happens when your life plays out like a literal fairytale? Well, you can read all about it an illustrated children's book about Guy the Beagle.

Is Bulldog Breed Doomed to Extinction?

Say it ain't so! The beloved breed and popular mascot's future may be at risk - scientists blame its limited gene pool for health risks.

Voluntarily Recall Of Five Rachael Ray Nutrish Wet Cat Food Varieties

Ainsworth Pet Nutrition of Meadville, PA is voluntarily recalling five varieties of Rachael Ray Nutrish wet cat food, including Ocean Fish-a-licious, Lip Sma…

Panty-Stealing Pussy Prompts Hilarious Apology Letter

What do you do when a real-life cat burglar roams your 'hood? For a woman from Cardiff, England, you write hilarious apology letters and beg forgiveness!

Mysterious Bladerunner 2049 Dog Wins Palm Dog USA Award

Bladerunner 2049 had fans wondering what happened to Deckard's dog. Turns out the unknown, uncredited dog won the first-ever title of Palm Dog USA prize!

Woman Rescues Hurricane Irma Dog and Restores Faith in Humanity

The displaced pets from Hurricanes Harvey and Irma have been tugging at our hearts, and one dog in Florida found a home in the middle of the storm.

Service Dog Gives Birth To 8 Puppies In Tampa Airport Terminal

Travelers at Tampa International Airport got to witness the surprise arrival of eight adorable puppies when a service dog gave birth in the main terminal!

Putting an End to ‘Manspreaders’ With Catty Transit Ads

Don't you hate it when there's nowhere to sit on the subway because of backpacks and manspredding? The MBTA is getting catty about these pet peeves.

FDA Issues Warning About Popular Flea and Tick Medicines

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has issued new warnings for veterinarians and pet owners about the possibility of neurological side effects from popula…

Petco’s New Store Is A One-Stop-Shop for Pets and Their Pawrents

The pet retail giant opened the doors of their first PetCoach store, a one-stop shop to take care of your pet's every need, from food to grooming.

Like Owner, Like Dog: Study Proves Dogs Pick Up Our Behavior

The paper investigated the connection between canine behavior issues and personalities, emotional states, and training methods of their pawrents.

Researchers Discover Possible Supernatural “Sixth Sense” in Dogs

Researchers from the Max Planck Institute have discovered the existence of cryptochromes, a type of molecule that allows dogs to detect magnetic fields.

Chloe Kim Shares Her Gold Win With Her Adorable Mini Aussie

Snowboard gold-medalist Chloe Kim loves her mini Australian Shepherd, Reese, so much she shared the spotlight (and the gold!) with her pup!

American Kennel Club Adds Two New Breeds to Its Ranks

Welcome to the club! Two new breeds - the American Hairless Terrier and the Sloughi - join the ranks of the world-renown AKC registry.

Study Finds That Dogs Think Mean People Suck

Love me, Love my owner is a dog's motto - that's what Japanese scientists believe after testing dogs' reactions to people who are rude to a pet parent.

The Beautiful Final Moments of A Much-Loved Military Service Dog

A canine hero passes away and receives a fitting tribute. Rico the military hero dog was given his final salute surrounded by friends and family.

Survey Finds Dogs Influence Home Buying More Than Children

A recent survey from SunTrust reports that millennials are more influenced by their dogs than their children when it comes to buying a house.

Study: It’s Okay to Let the Fur-Kids Crash in Your Bed

Do you share a bed with a furry family member (other than your spouse)? If your dog or cat sleeps in bed with you, it's no big deal says a recent study.

Tel Aviv Launches Revolutionary Digital Dog Concierge Service

Tel Aviv is one of the dog-friendliest cities in the world. They're working to keep that way with a new concierge service that caters to canines!

Animal Planet to Air Puppy Bowl XI on February 1 [Video]

Finally, some football we actually want to watch! Apparently there’s some big football game happening on Sunday, February 1st…hmmmm, we wouldn&r…

Canadian MP Wants Products To Be Labeled If Containing Cat or Dog Fur

Canadian MP Brian Masse wants to have all products using cat or dog fur or skin to be labeled so consumers can make informed decisions when buying.