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Tips for Bully Breed Owners: Ensuring a Happy and Healthy Life for Your Bully!
If you're the proud owner of a bully breed, you know they're more than just pets – they're family. However, being a responsible owner comes with its own set of challenges and responsibilities. Here are some essential tips to ensure...
Paws of Honor: K9 Astra
In the realm of service, both human and canine, sacrifice is a common thread. While humans are often praised for their bravery and commitment, the silent heroes with four legs and a wagging tail often go unnoticed. But there are...
Retiree Adopts Senior Dogs to Give Love In Their Twilight Years
In a world where stories of compassion often go unnoticed, one retiree's decision to open his heart and home to senior dogs shines as a beacon of kindness. Meet Steve Greig, a man whose love knows no bounds when it...
Senior Dog Finds Forever Home with Senior Citizen
For 700 long days, a senior dog named Velco waited patiently in a shelter, hoping for someone to see past his age and give him the love and companionship he so deserved. Despite his gentle demeanor and soulful eyes, he...
Spring Safety Tips for Dogs
As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, spring brings a renewed sense of energy and excitement for both humans and their canine companions. However, along with the joys of the season, springtime also brings certain risks and challenges...
Dog's Nearly 600-Day Shelter Stay Ends with a Limo Ride to His Forever Home
In the heart of Ohio, at the Euclid Animal Shelter, a loyal companion named Chester captured the attention of many as he spent nearly 600 days awaiting adoption. Despite the long wait, Chester's spirit remained unbroken, a testament to his...
Partially Paralyzed Dog Celebrates 13th Birthday In Style
  View this post on Instagram A post shared by Good Morning America (@goodmorningamerica)   In a heartwarming display of love and resilience, Scooty, a partially paralyzed dog, recently marked his 13th birthday in style. Despite his challenges, Benji's spirit...
A Pawsome Celebration: The Heartwarming Surprise Birthday Party for a Grateful Pup
Bella, a lovable pup, was rescued from uncertain circumstances by her devoted human companion. Like many rescue dogs, Bella's journey to her forever home was marked by trials and tribulations. However, through the unwavering love and care of her human...
The 5 Pillars to Keep Your Dog's Joints Healthy
Author: Dr. Jeremy, Veterinarian and Co-Founder of Jope Did you know that a whopping 38% of dogs over the age of one face or will face joint issues in their lifetime? Arthritis in dogs, just as in humans, presents a...
Grubhub Driver's Route Leads to Tale of Adoption
In the bustling world of online food delivery, where speed and efficiency often take precedence, a heartwarming story emerged from the ordinary routine of a Grubhub driver in Lorton, Virginia. What started as a simple lunch delivery, turned into a...
Paws of Honor: K9 Abram
Meet K9 Abrams, a remarkable German Shepherd who served the Prince William County Police Department as a dual-purpose Patrol/Explosives K9 from 2015 to 2023. His journey exemplifies dedication, loyalty, and resilience. But what makes his story even more special is...
2024 Paws of Honor Update: K9 Bubba
Bubba was an explosive detection dog in the Middle East for 9 years. She was assigned to Naval Support Activity (NSA) Bahrain and served her entire time in the military there. Aside from her duties as a member of security,...
Service Dog Graduates with Master's Degree
A service dog named Hero has achieved a groundbreaking feat by earning a Master's degree alongside her owner, Brittany Hawley. Hero's remarkable journey symbolizes resilience, determination, and the profound bond between humans and their canine companions. Hero, a Golden Retriever...
2024 Paws of Honor Update: K9 Tank
Tank is 10-year-old Black Lab who was born in Brazil, trained in a kennel in Northern Indiana and was assigned to the State Department where he conducted sweeps in support of the Secretary of State, POTUS, VPOTUS visits to State...
2024 Paws of Honor Update: K9 Ronnie
Nick and his retired Military Working Dog (MWD), Ronni are a pair not to miss out on getting to know! Ronnie is a 12-year-old Dutch Shepherd who was trained in Patrol and Explosive Detection. Ronni served the United States Army in...
Stray Dog Finds Comfort in Rescuer's Embrace
In the midst of bustling streets and hurried footsteps, an emaciated stray dog caught the attention of a passerby. This compassionate individual couldn't ignore the sight of the thin, trembling creature, clearly in need of assistance. Approaching with gentle steps,...
Low-Impact Exercises for Senior Dogs
As our canine companions age, it's important to adapt their exercise routines to suit their changing needs. Just like humans, senior dogs may experience joint stiffness, muscle weakness, or other age-related conditions that can affect their mobility and overall well-being....
2024 Paws of Honor Update: K9 Christy
K9 Christy started out in the Puppies Behind Bars program in upstate NY which trains prison inmates to raise service dogs for veterans and first responders, as well as explosives detection canines for law enforcement. She was slated to be a...
How to Use Treats to Train Your Dog Positively
This week, Big Barker got to interview Kolby, co-founder of Saint Roccos Treats! We were able to discuss how to use treats to train your dog positively with Kolby. Saint Roccos Treats has a mission to "enable pet parents to develop a...
Is Dog Ownership the Secret to Heart Health?
Ever wondered how your best friend could be boosting your heart health? Well, get ready to wag your tails with excitement because we've got five fascinating facts to share with you!     If you're looking to jump-start you're heart...
Happy Howlidays 2023 Contest Winners!
Last week we hosted our fifth annual Happy Howlidays contest! We loved seeing all the adorable pups celebrating the holiday spirit with their festive set-ups!  With over 65 entries and more than 6,000 votes cast, we are so excited to share our Top...