Iowa Congressman Steve King Defends The Right To Watch Dog Fighting
At the Dog Files, we don’t believe in partisan politics. We believe that EVERYONE has a place in their heart for dogs, regardless of the political party you are affiliated with. And I don’t think we will ever protect man’s best friend unless we reach across the aisle, shake hands and agree that dogs deserve […]
The End Of Anti-Puppy Mill Activism In Iowa?
Look like the days of investigative reporting are over in Iowa. This will definitely hurt activists trying to help dogs by infiltrating puppy mills. Feels like our freedoms are being taken away, one by one. — Kenn DES MOINES, Iowa (Reuters) – The Iowa state Senate voted overwhelmingly on Tuesday to impose penalties on animal […]
Hawkeye Finds New Home
The loyal Navy SEAL dog named Hawkeye who captured millions of hearts when he lay at the foot of his master’s casket has found happiness and comfort in a new home. Slain Navy SEAL Jon Tumilson’s longtime friend Scott Nichols and his family are Hawkeye’s new owners, confirms Carol Darby, a public affairs officer from […]
Hawkeye Update: Fallen Hero’s Beloved Dog May Lead College Team Onto Field
Hawkeye, the dog that refused to leave the casket of his beloved fallen owner, Navy Seal Jon Tumilson, will now help commemorate the troops at a college football game. The dog will purportedly lead the Iowa Hawkeyes out onto the field at one of two hometown games in November that will also honor Tumilson. Tumilson’s […]
Dying Homeless Man's Final Wish To Be Reunited With Dog
People involved with Kevin McClain’s last wish describe it as something they’ll never forget. Now that he’s gone, they’ll always cherish the memories of the man and his very best friend. McClain, 57, and his beloved dog Yurtie (also known as Yurt) used to live in McClain’s car in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. That was however, […]
National Guard Medic Saves Dog From Horrors Of War
Iowa National Guard’s Aaron Windschitl had only 48 hours to complete his assignment. His mission? To get his beloved canine friend Oreo safely out of Afghanistan before she is killed. Oreo, so named because of her black-and-white face, was one of the many strays in Afghanistan where dogs are often considered impure and faced a […]
Dog Shot & Killed: Altoona Man Charged With Shooting English Bulldog In Des Moines, Iowa
Click to join our Facebook Fan Page and follow us on Twitter! From WHOTV.com The Polk County Sheriff’s Department has arrested a man they believe shot and tried to drown an English bulldog over the weekend. The sheriff’s office says 49-year-old Bernard Lear of Altoona was identified through tips to Polk County Crimestoppers and arrested […]
Dog Shot & Killed: Reward Offered For Shooter Of English Bulldog In Des Moines, Iowa
Click to join our Facebook Fan Page and follow us on Twitter! A very sad story. Here’s hoping they bring this villan to justice. — Kenn
Iowa Governor Signs Puppy Mill Bill As First Dog Looks On
Click to join our Facebook Fan Page and follow us on Twitter! By O. Kay Henderson for RadioIowa.com Governor Chet Culver has signed a bill into law that immediately allows for state inspections of commercial dog kennels that draw public complaints. Breeders who are raising four or more dogs would have to pay a new […]