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Amazing Dog Pushes Wheelchair-Bound Owner Through Flooded Street

Drew Weisholtz — Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:11:02 +0000

We all know dogs can be loyal, but sometimes they go above and beyond what we expect. In this video, a dog in Russia pushes its owner in a wheelchair through a flooded street while a passenger in a passing car captures the moment. It’s unclear how far the pooch pushed or if the animal [...]

Heroic Dog Saves Life of Newborn Found in Garbage

Drew Weisholtz — Mon, 10 Jun 2013 12:44:44 +0000

There’s a reason dogs are called man’s best friend. A pooch in Thailand saved the life of a newborn baby after finding the infant in a bag that had been tossed into a garbage dump. The dog, named Pui, took the bag home to one of its owners, whose niece heard Pui barking. The niece [...]

A Good Samaritan Rescues Puppies From Trash Can

Mark Richards — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 09:46:05 +0000

Come on, It's Adopt-a Pet Wednesday, a day of rescuing pets, finding them loving homes. On a day like today it's hard to believe somebody could just dump a bunch of adorable puppies into a trash can. Seriously? What is wrong with people? Fortunately, for every abuser of animals, there is a person who will rescue animals who were tossed away like trash.

Enjoy These Dogs Having Some Summer Fun [VIDEOS]

Mark Richards — Wed, 05 Jun 2013 08:31:27 +0000

In honor of Adopt-a Pet Wednesday, and with the nice weather recently, we thought you’d enjoy a few minutes of these dogs having some Summer fun. You’ll see them bouncing on a trampoline, jumping in the pool, running through the sprinkler and you’ll see a skateboarding dog. Enjoy. [button href="http://lite987.com/do-americans-spend-more-on-their-pet-cats-or-dogs/" title="Question: Do We Spend More [...]

13 Animals Kicking It in Kiddie Pools for Memorial Day

Emerald Catron — Mon, 27 May 2013 09:25:44 +0000

Hooo boy, it is so close to being summer, we can practically hear the incessant song of the ice cream truck already. Frankly we don’t want to wait until Monday to kick off the season. We can’t. We’ve lost all control. Here are some pics of animals in kiddie pools to prove it. Source: 13 [...]

Oklahoma Tornado Survivor Reunites with Trapped Dog During Live Interview

Drew Weisholtz — Tue, 21 May 2013 14:04:47 +0000

Even in the face of unspeakable tragedy, miracles can occur. While giving an interview after her Moore, Oklahoma home was ravaged by the horrific tornado that touched down on Monday, Barbara Garcia was discussing how her dog, Tito, was somewhere in the rubble. Suddenly in a dramatic moment, the dog emerged in the middle of [...]

Pomeranian Dog Swimming in the Air [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Mon, 06 May 2013 19:19:27 +0000

This Pomeranian was either at the vet or getting groomed. Just the sound of running water was enough to get his cute little legs going. Watch this video of the dog air swimming. [button href="http://lite987.com/too-much-snow-for-scooter-the-dog-video/" title="Watch: This Dog Love Deep Snow" align="center"]

Women Are More Likely To Feel Love At First Sight With Their Dog Than They Are With Their Man? Sorry Guys.

Keith James — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 12:15:03 +0000

So, dog is a WOMAN'S best friend? Man, I'm really starting to hate surveys, but guys the sad truth is women are more likely to feel love at first sight with a dog than with you. Seriously. THREE times more likely to be exact. I think I just heard a collective groan from all men everywhere

Dog Fetches Man's Beer – Best Dog Trick Ever? [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 12:20:25 +0000

A video posted on the Facebook page ‘I Love Labradors’ shows a lab running to the fridge to get his owner a beer. The dog goes back to shut the refrigerator door, does a few more tricks and is promised a cookie for his reward. [button href="http://lite987.com/fresh-pug-of-bel-air/" title="Watch: Dog Fresh Price of Bel-Air" align="center"]

Here's the Dog Version of 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air' You Didn't Know You Were Asking For

Emerald Catron — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 19:37:43 +0000

Here it is. Concrete proof that 'The Secret' is real. It's a dog-themed version of the song from 'The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.' You know, that thing we've all been secretly wishing existed for since forever. Now it exists. Thanks, 'The Secret.' And also Pet Collectiv

Dogs Will Eat Anything Like This Dog Who Ate 111 Pennies

Mark Richards — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 10:15:36 +0000

In Junior High School I thought I wrote a good joke. What kind of food is your spare change? Rich food. I know, I know...hey, I was seven at the time. And the thought of eating coins is not all that appetizing, unless your Jack, a 13-year-old Jack Russell who somehow managed to eat 111 pennies.

Two Dog Shot and Left To Die on Train Tracks in Whitestown [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 00:15:32 +0000

Two dogs who went missing from a Utica man have recently been found. Both dogs appeared to have been shot in the head and left on train tracks in Whitestown. The person who left the dogs apparently wanted a train to smash the bodies. WKTV relays this unnerving story: Whitestown Police are looking for the shooter. [...]

Man Gets Dog Back — 10 Years After Giving It Up

Drew Weisholtz — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:28:41 +0000

Man’s best friend is still man’s best, even after a decade apart. A New Hampshire man named Jamie Carpentier recently got his dog, Ginger, back, 10 years after he had to give up the pooch. Carpentier had lost Ginger to his ex-wife in their divorce, but she ended up giving the animal away herself some [...]

Too Much Snow for Scooter the Dog [VIDEO]

Eric Meier — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 00:19:09 +0000

Winter Storm Nemo dumped up to 30 inches of snow on the Northeast. I have to think that’s where Scooter’s family was when he want out for his usually backyard exercise and daily constitutional and found the snow was much to much for his short puppy legs. He seems to be having a ball in the [...]

Dog Scheduled to Be Put Down for Being 'Gay' Rescued By Internet Campaign

Drew Weisholtz — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 18:54:07 +0000

Talk about saving the gay – err, we mean the day. A dog who was scheduled to be euthanized after its owner gave it up because he thought the pooch was gay has been rescued. The owner of the pit bill-American bulldog mix gave the animal to the Jackson Rabies Control Animal Shelter in Tennessee [...]

It's Dog Vs. Orange In an Epic Battle

Kyle Dowling — Sun, 13 Jan 2013 22:02:55 +0000

In the battle of dog versus orange, we might have to declare that this one goes to the latter.What began as mere curiosity toward the sliced citrus transformed into an epic quest for the title of king and conqueror. You can tell from the many leaps, sniffs and scratches this persistent pup will never quit. [...]

14 Adorable Dogs Dressed Like Reindeer

Cameron Simcik — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 20:51:54 +0000

Aww man! We’ve been sucked in again. It’s another edition of animals in costumes, but we swear it’s way worth your time. Why? Well, because there are few things more adorable than dressing up our dogs and cats in holiday garb and showing them off on the Web. We’re positive they love it! (Maybe.) After [...]

Golden Retrievers Help Newtown Mourners Deal With Their Grief

Jeremy Taylor — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 17:05:01 +0000

There is nothing anyone can do to take away the pain the community of Newtown, Connecticut is going through right now. But a charity group from Illinois is using man’s best friend to provide a little comfort to those who are mourning the loss of life from last Friday’s mass school shooting. Lutheran Church Charities [...]

Man Gets Reunited With Dog After Five Years and Now We Are Crying a Little

Jeremy Taylor — Mon, 17 Dec 2012 19:00:32 +0000

When Mike got the call that his dog Bandit has been found, at first he thought it was a prank. He lost the shih tzu five years ago when it escaped through a hole in his fence and was then grabbed by an unknown man in a car. When the Indiana man realized the folks from [...]

Celebrity Dogs That Are Definitely Having a Better Christmas Than You

Emerald Catron — Fri, 14 Dec 2012 18:53:21 +0000

Don't get us wrong, Christmas is definitely NOT about getting stuff from people. That is not what we're saying at all. At the same time, something makes us think that these dogs are probably having a *way* better Christmas than us. Possibly because "eating beans from a can" and "watching 'Batman Returns' alone on the couch" probably aren't part of their agenda. These pups are faaaaaaaaa-aaaancy.