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Florida firefighter lowered into cave to rescue dog

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(UPI) Firefighters in Florida came to the rescue of a dog who fell into a hole and became trapped in a 14-foot-deep cave.

The Marion County Fire Department said on social media that crews from Marion Oaks Station 24 were dispatched to an Ocala address where a 911 caller reported his dog, Bella, had fallen into a deep hole.

Firefighters arrived...Read more

Trapped dog rescued from bumper of car

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(UPI) Employees at a Florida auto shop came to the rescue of a dog who was struck by a car and became trapped inside the bumper for several hours.

Lenny Cruz, store manager at St. Lucie Battery & Tire, said a woman was driving late at night when she saw a dog dart out in front of her vehicle.

The woman was sure her car had struck the dog, ...Read more

Tips for hiking with your pup

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Fall is approaching, which means the start of fall activities. Most dog owners would agree that your canine companion makes for a willing and eager hiking buddy. Going for hikes with your dog is a great way to get some exercise while enjoying all the season has to offer.

The American Kennel Club offers tips on how to make your hiking trip ...Read more

Getting kids involved in dog training: AKC offers tips on learning responsible dog ownership

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For some parents, kids begging for a puppy might be a familiar experience. The kids might even win out!

Although there are many joys in adding a new canine companion to the family, owning a dog is a big responsibility. Kids might not anticipate all that goes into responsible dog ownership.

Involving your kids in dog training is a great way...Read more

Chinese zoo exhibit features dogs disguised as pandas

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(UPI) A Chinese zoo exhibit is raising controversy online after a video showed a pair of dogs with their fur colored to look like pandas.

A video posted to Douyin, China's version of TikTok, went viral this week after showing the two fluffy chow chow dogs with their fur artificially colored to resemble pandas at the Shanwei Zoo in southern ...Read more

Cat vanishes in Yellowstone, turns up 800 miles away

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(UPI) A cat who went missing during a camping trip in Yellowstone National Park turned up 60 days later on the streets of a California town more than 800 miles away.

Benny and Susanne Anguiano of Salinas, Calif., said they often take their cats with them on camping trips, but during a June trip to Yellowstone National Park one of their pets, ...Read more

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Vet care costs are skyrocketing in California. 8 people share their bill horror stories

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LOS ANGELES -- Two things are certain in pet parenting: 1) your furry loved one will one day have to visit the vet and 2) the cost of veterinary care is increasing, rising more than 60%, over the last decade, according to a recent New York Times report.

Stacie Straw, in Long Beach, California, spent about $30,000 in 2022 on her English Bulldog ...Read more

Firefighters give lifesaving CPR to dog rescued from a cooking blaze

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(UPI) Utah firefighters rescued a dog from an apartment blaze that seems to have been caused by cooking, officials say.

The emergency call came in around 5:30 a.m. EDT, and rescue officials located a burning unit in Midvale.

The only resident inside the apartment at the time was a dog, who had been in a kennel and was not responding when ...Read more

Tips for handling a hyperactive dog

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Hyperactivity is a commonly reported behavioral concern of dog owners. In many cases, the problem is really that the dog may need a more suitable exercise plan and activity opportunities.

The American Kennel Club offers the following tips for the owner of the energetic dog:

Daily exercise. Adequate exercise is extremely important for your ...Read more

Dog rescued after weeks of wandering N.J. highways

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(UPI) A New Jersey animal shelter said a Jack Russell terrier spotted running loose for weeks along highways near Newark Liberty International Airport is now safe and has a new name: Monkey.

The dog, believed to be under a year old, was spotted on multiple occasions over the course of several weeks and evaded previous capture attempts.

The ...Read more

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Would you consider cloning your pets?

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SAN JOSE, Calif. — Everyone has that one pet in life who they fall in love with at first sight — or first scratch.

For San Francisco resident Wyatt Boumedine, that was Zine, his white cat with a raccoon-like tail who would constantly growl, claw — and probably curse, if he could speak — at his owner. But Boumedine adored him. When Zine ...Read more

Canine infectious respiratory disease: new research insights

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It is incredibly important to stay alert to any changes in your dog’s health. Any minor differences in the way they are breathing or walking can be indications of a health problem. There is always research being done on new and existing diseases to better educate pet owners on what to look out for in and how to treat different diseases.

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Lost cat turns up 2,000 miles from home after nearly 3 years

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(UPI) A cat who went missing from his family's Texas home nearly three years ago was reunited with his owners after turning up in Massachusetts.

The Dakin Humane Society said on social media that "a skinny stray cat" was recently brought in by a member of the public and staff members were left in disbelief when his microchip identified ...Read more

Dog bites: How to prevent or treat them

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Each year, more than 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States. Despite what you might assume, most of these incidents dot happen when an unfamiliar dog attacks someone in a park or another outdoor location. Instead, most dog bites are inflicted by a pet dog in a home.

Here’s advice for avoiding these upsetting and potentially serious ...Read more

Most popular dog breeds in the US and the states where they're #1

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From bags of kibble in the grocery store to modern home sizes, things are getting smaller—and evidently, Americans are starting to look for furry friends that match. Small breeds like terriers and toys have largely dethroned the retrievers that once dominated the most popular breed rankings. This is a continuation of a trend that began in 2022...Read more

Kitten takes 15-mile ride in wheel well of search and rescue vehicle

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(UPI) A kitten has a new home with an Oregon sheriff's deputy after hitching a 15-mile ride in the wheel well of a Search and Rescue team vehicle.

The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office said a truck used by its Search and Rescue team was flagged to be inspected for a rodent infestation after it caught the attention of K9 during a training ...Read more

Tips on spending quality time with your dog as the seasons change

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When you’re a dog owner, every day is spent appreciating your pup. This is especially true during the summer, when there may be more time to spend with our canine companions (maybe another dog has even been added to the family!).

The best way to strengthen the human-canine bond is through quality time. With summer coming to an end and ...Read more

Florida team's bat dog to keep her job, despite messy debut

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(UPI) A Minor League Baseball team in Florida introduced its new "bat dog" to the public, but the canine ended up being less interested in game than she was in doing her business.

Lucy May, a 10-month-old Labrador retriever, was introduced by Philadelphia Phillies single-A affiliate team the Clearwater Thrushers during their game against the ...Read more

Carrie Fisher's Dog Steals The Spotlight

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Did you know that August 26th is World Dog Day? Here are some of our favourite celebrity dog stories.

Soaked kitten rescued from Ohio car wash

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(UPI) Employees rescued a soaked kitten found lost inside an Ohio car wash, and the feline has now been dubbed Turbo Rinse.

The Fayette Regional Humane Society said on social media that Kierra Mills, team lead at Ultimate Shine Car Wash in Washington Court House, found the kitten in the turbo-blaster area of the wash during a routine inspection...Read more