Devoted Dog Saves Hiker, Is Eaten In Return
A hiker stranded in the remote wilderness states he had no choice but to kill and eat his dog, even though the dog chased away a marauding bear earlier. The bear had ruined his canoe and food supply, leaving him stranded in the frigid Canadian climate. Marco Lavoie, 44, killed his German Shepherd with a […]
Jerky Treats Kill Nearly 600 Dogs, Cause Unknown
Federal health officials are urging caution with feeding pets jerky treats from China as the tally of dogs sickened has risen to more than 3,600 dogs with approximately 580 of those dying. Ten cats have also been affected. The cases have included dogs of all breeds, ages and sizes. Mysterious cause Since the source of […]
Dog Files Opinion: What The Hero Dogs Of 9/11 TV Special Means To Me
On September 11, 2001, I woke up in New York City like I always did. I had breakfast, a shower, cup of coffee and read the news on the internet.
Dog From Viral Photo That Touched Millions Passes Away
The deep bond between a man and his dog was captured in a tender moment in July of 2012. John Unger asked his friend Hannah Stonehouse Hudson to take one last photo of his beloved dog, Schoep, a 19-year-old dog with arthritis. Unger was anticipating having to put Schoep to sleep soon due to the […]
Police Dog Offers Solemn Farewell To Fallen Partner
K-9 police officer, Jason Ellis, 33, was laid to rest Thursday, on the seventh anniversary of taking the oath as a Bardstown, Kentucky officer. The service drew hundreds of law enforcement officers from surrounding states including over 60 K-9 teams with their police dogs.
Former Shelter Dog Helps Search Efforts at Texas Blast Site
A former shelter dog from a Texas is now helping in the search for bodies at the site of the fertilizer plant explosion that occurred April 17th in the small town of West, Texas that left 14 people dead and over 200 injured. It’s a remarkable story of redemption and service for Tucker, a Labrador […]
Dog Caught In Wildlife Trap
Resident Melissa Higgins was inside her home when she heard an animal screaming outside. She immediately suspected it was her neighbor’s dog, Beans.
Secret Service Dog Dies While Protecting Vice President Biden
A horrific accident occurred which left a Secret Service dog dead. The dog fell of the roof of a six story building in New Orleans while executing a security check. The Belgian Malinois was part of the security team which was protecting Vice President Joe Biden. The unfortunate accident took place around 6pm on January […]
Groomer's Carelessness Claims Dog's Life: A Cautionary Tale
Hair cuts, nail trims and shampoos are just part of any dog owners routine hound maintenance package, but there is a fatal truth which sometimes goes unseen until it’s too late.