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New Company Claims Age-Reversal Treatment in Dogs Will Also Benefit Hu

A company out of Harvard University wants to use gene therapy on dogs to reverse aging, and hoping that there's a future for humans as well.

After 10 Years of Bella, This Pet Name is Now The Most Popular

For a decade, the name Bella was the most popular choice for pets in the US, but it seems that things are about to change.

Wishes Do Come True, Thanks To Petco Foundation’s Holiday Wishes Cam

How would you like to make a wish come true for worthy animal welfare organizations? Petco Foundation is going to make that wish come true!

Four Paws Up! Detroit Opens Its First No-Kill Dog Shelter

Finally, a little good news for the down-on-its-luck city. And for Detroit, its first no-kill shelter couldn't come at a better time for abandoned pooches.

Take The Ultimate Pet Friendly Road Trip With GoPetFriendly.com

The Ultimate Pet Friendly Road Trip Kicks Off this February, inspiring people to embrace road tripping with the best traveling companions ever--their pets!

New L.A. Dog Park Offers Respite To Homeless Residents’ Pets

A new dog park in Los Angeles is helping homeless people with pets have the option of coming off the streets without having to give up their pets to do so. I…

Stranger’s Generosity Means Much-Needed Surgery For a Homeless Man�

An Australian woman saw a need and decided she would help--she created a GoFundMe account for a dog whose homeless owner couldn't pay for surgery.

New Research Shows UK Pet Owners Spend Over $24K On a Pet in Its Lifet

Experts suggest that UK dog owners will spend over $24,000 (£18,000) throughout their pet's life on pet-related expenses.

Woman Turns Tragedy Into Tenderness After Losing Beloved Dog

An Arkansas woman turns her grief over the loss of her dog into acts of kindness and service to others as she celebrates the life of her furry best friend.

Research: Holiday Indulgences Can Be Dangerous to Pets

We share holiday indulgences with our pets. Research shows that it can lead to serious health conditions, and we need to curb this habit over the holidays.

National Search and Rescue Dog Training Facility Opens in California

A National Disaster Search Dog Foundation opens in Santa Paula, California, bringing teams from all over the US to train for real-life national disasters.

Brands Are Cashing In On Millennial’s ‘Fur Baby’ Trend

Pets are 'starter children' say 44% of millennials. Brands cash in on our love of pets, selling high-end products for our beloved fur babies.

AKC Registers 7 New Dog Breeds From Around The World

The AKC is adding seven new dog breeds to its official ranks. Ranging in sizes large to small, these new recruits make fine additions to the roster.

Study: Are Therapy Dogs Under Too Much Stress?

There is no doubt that therapy dogs do a great service to people in need, but does it take a toll on them? Here's what researchers say about the subject.

Study: Empathetic People Are Better Able To Read Dog Expressions

Do you feel like you and your dog have a special connection? If you're empathetic, a new study claims that you may be right.

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.

Pets In The Classroom Program Brings Money (and Pets) To Children

For the third year, the Pets in the Classroom grant program is sponsoring a Lesson Plan Contest, and elementary teachers have the chance to win!

Comfort Dogs Aid Dallas Police Force After Shooting

During tragic times, dogs can comfort us. In Dallas, six Golden Retrievers continue to provide support for those who knew the fallen police officers.

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.

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."

Earthquake Rescue Dog Gets Statue In Her Honor

A heroic Labrador Retriever who became a symbol of hope for Mexico after devastating earthquakes last September is now being honored with a statue in Puebla,…

Chinese Dog Food Company Moves Operations… to the U.S.A.?!

It's not everyday you see "Made in the USA" on a Chinese pet product. But Gambol Pet Group leads the way with its new USA plant based in California.

Dog Finds A New Home and Job After Hurricane Matthew [Video]

Four months on and Charlotte, North Carolina, is still recovering from Hurricane Matthew. A displaced dog is thanking her rescuers by lending a helping paw.

Red Carpet Worthy: 2015 Oscar Gift Bags Include Halo Donation For Home

Lucky A-list Celebrities will receive Halo Donation Certificates in their famous Oscar Swag Bags. It’s a night filled with glitz, glam and wardrobe mal…

Hundreds of Dog Statues Will Honor Fallen Police Officers and K9 Partn

If you're in Chicago this summer, be on the lookout for these touching displays that honors police officers killed or wounded in the line of duty.

Golden Retrievers Bring Comfort to Maryland High School After Shooting

Comfort Dogs brought emotional support to staff and students at Great Mills High School as they returned back after a shooting two weeks ago.

Senior’s Center Adopts Deceased Resident’s Pooch

When her elderly pet parent died, Izzy wasn't sure where'd she go. But the Senior's Center where the pair lived wanted to keep her on.

Service Dog Runs For Help For His Human In The Hospital

A service dog named Thorr took it upon himself to alert nurses when his human was having a seizure and needed immediate help!

Philanthropist’s Pooch Motivates $2.5-million Donation To Veterinary

A couple's love of dogs motivated them to donate money to state-of-the-art surgical facilities for The University of Guelph's Ontario Veterinary College.

Study Reveals One-Third of Pet Parents Doesn’t Protect Their Pets Fr

When asked about treating fleas and ticks in their pets, more than one-third of pet owners said that they don't protect their furbabies from insect bites.

Special Delivery: Beloved Pooch Memory Lives On By Owner Who Mails Ten

What better way to celebrate your dog's playful life than to mail out the toy that made her so happy to hundreds of pooches: tennis balls.

HABRI Study Finds Dogs De-Stress Families With Autistic Children

Even more proof that dogs do so much for people. Therapy animals are beneficial to the entire family, long-term study suggests.

Oscar De La Renta Launches New Designer Coats For Dogs

Oscar de la Renta Dog Coats – High fashion for posh pooches OMD! I can’t even begin to tell you how excited I am to learn that iconic fashion hou…

Rescue Dog Goes From McObese to Chiseled Chihuahua

An overweight Chihuahua-mix has is living life large after being taken off her diet of McDonald's and losing more than three times her body weight.

Woman Sues Ex-Husband For Failing To Pay Support For Their Dog

This ex-husband had agreed to pay money towards the upkeep of their dog. However, he didn't stick to the arrangement so now he's being sued!

Zappos.com’s Sponsors Free Pet Adoptions During “Friends On Us Fri

Zappos.com and North Shore Animal League America are joining forces to launch Friends on Us Fridays, sponsoring free pet adoptions in 15 states.

Pucker Up: Your Dog’s Kisses Could Prevent Allergies

There’s nothing like kisses from your dog – and now, researchers are out to prove that all those licks are good for our health! Remember that sce…

Gorgeous Blondes Gather To Celebrate The Golden Retriever’s Birthday

The Golden Retriever just marked its 150th Breed Anniversary and 361 fair-haired doggos gathered at a Scottish estate to celebrate. Legend has it that 150 ye…

Center for Pet Safety Adds Pet Travel Carrier to Its Certification Pro

The Center for Pet Safety adds tested protocols for pet travel carriers to its certification program in an effort to standardize reliable safety features.

Overweight Labrador Loses 60 Pounds, But Still Lives Life Large!

An overweight Labrador who once was too fluffy to even finish a walk was adopted by a family committed to his health and has now lost a whopping 60 pounds!

Blind Service Dog’s Smile Brightens The Lives Of Others

Born without sight, Smiley serves up a smile and hope to those who need it most. Bright and perky therapy dogs are a common sight at many nursing homes. They…

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!

Barbra Streisand Shares New Cloned Dogs With World

Barbra Streisand's Coton du Tulear, Samantha, passed away, and she recently shared that has cloned two new pups from Samantha's mouth and stomach cells.

UK Village Looking To Hire Dog Poop Police

Job description: Investigator needed to track down lazy dog owners and return poop that hasn’t been scooped. Baggies included. The Town Council in the…

New Study To Examine Why Owners Surrender Dogs To Shelters

Is incompatibility the main reason why people surrender their dogs? Researchers want to prove if dogs pick up on human behavior, in order to end to shelter o…

Rescue Of Dog From Earthquake Rubble Will Have You In Tears [Video]

Last week, we told you about how some rescue dogs were helping find humans after a devastating earthquake in Italy. Now, watch as humans repay the favor.

Cesar Defends Actions, Says Incident Blown Out Of Proportion

Cesar breaks his silence on claims of animal abuse while taping an episode for Cesar 911. He believes the incident is being blown out of proportion.

Looking to Invest? Numbers Show Petcare Stocks Are Your Best Bet

Reports shows an upward trend in US dollars spent on pets, and the latest stock numbers released confirm that people love spending on their pets.

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…

If Your Dog Needs Space, Tie A Yellow Ribbon Around His Leash

Canadian dog trainer Tara Palardy is on a mission to help protect DINOS (dogs in need of extra space). I don’t know about you, but I pretty much want t…

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.

Study: Discovery Made to Genetic Link in Dog Disc Disease

Disc disease, known as chondrodystrophy, in some breeds is a common cause of back pain and paralysis. New research now may change that understanding.

Retired Marine Dog Awarded Highest Military Honor

It's the first time in history that a U.S. Marine Corps dog was given this prestigious award, which is the animal equivalent to the Victoria Cross.

These Teens Train Abandoned Dogs To Give Them A Second Chance At Life

What do you do when a few shelter dogs need proper training before finding a home? You send them to high school and give them a second chance at happiness!

Study: Pet Obesity on the Rise for 6th Straight Year

Nationwide confirms that over 1.3 million insurance claims were filed for conditions and diseases related directly to overweight pets in 2015.

Istanbul Snowstorms Bring Out The Best As Citizens Care For Stray Anim

Snowstorms recently hit Istanbul, and the city's animal lovers took it upon themselves to ensure the stray animals were safe and warm in the weather.

Insta-Celebrity Chloe The Mini-Frenchie Crosses The Rainbow Bridge

It's a sad time in the world of Celebri-Pups, as Chloe the mini-Frenchie died after undergoing surgery, allegedly from mistakes made by the vet clinic.

Air Canada Loves Dogs… Or Does It?

Viral news about the airline "saving" a French Bulldog signals a surprising spin on Air Canada's past stance on media surrounding dogs on its flights.

Delta Airlines Bans Pit Bull and ‘Pit Bull Types’ On Planes

Delta Airlines will no longer allow pit bull or 'pit bull type' dogs on flights, even if those dogs are for emotional support or are service dogs.

Family Dog Saves Two Girls Struck by Lightning

Lightning strikes at a family reunion - two young girls in Utah are lucky to be alive thanks to a quick thinking family dog.