Winter can seem endless, especially when you are cooped inside with your dog. Even indoors, there are still activities you and your dog can do together to keep your pup physically exercised and mentally stimulated. The American Kennel Club offers the following tips for staying engaged during the winter months.

Treat scavenger hunt. To send ...Read more

(UPI) The American Kennel Club said registration data from 2022 revealed French bulldogs are now the most popular variety of purebred dogs in the country, ending the Labrador retriever's 31-year reign.

The AKC said Labrador retrievers have topped its yearly list of the most popular dog breeds in the United States for 31 consecutive years, but ...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — While local dog trainer Curtis Kelley would like to say it's uncommon for dogs to get into fights, it can still happen, and the best way to break one up is to prevent a scuffle from breaking out in the first place.

Dogs have desires, fears, stressors, and sources of joy just like their human owners, said Kelley. They have their...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — While local dog trainer Curtis Kelley would like to say it's uncommon for dogs to get into fights, it can still happen, and the best way to break one up is to prevent a scuffle from breaking out in the first place.

Dogs have desires, fears, stressors, and sources of joy just like their human owners, said Kelley. They have their...Read more

(UPI) Animal rescuers in Texas said a suspected coyote named Toast will be made available for adoption after a DNA test confirmed she is 100% dog.

Dallas Animal Services said in February that a DNA test was ordered to determine whether the puppy found next to a dumpster by Dallas police was a dog, coyote or hybrid.

Animal Services said in a ...Read more

(UPI) Firefighters in California said a lifeguard came to the rescue of a dog spotted running loose through a beach parking lot before swimming out to sea.

The Long Beach Fire Department said Long Beach Lifeguards were summoned to the Junipero Beach parking lot Saturday on a report of a small dog running loose and evading capture attempts.

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Raising a puppy is a life-changing and rewarding experience, but it is also a challenge for both new and experienced owners alike. It’s important to create a safe environment without becoming an overprotective pet owner.

The American Kennel Club offers the following tips for helping your pup grow into a happy, healthy, and well-adjusted ...Read more

(UPI) A husky spotted running loose on a busy Los Angeles highway was wrangled by concerned drivers and turned over to authorities.

The California Highway Patrol said drivers spotted the dog running Wednesday night in the southbound lanes of the 710 Freeway in the Commerce area.

The dog was caught on video running alongside fast lane traffic. ...Read more

(UPI) A tiger cub seized in New Mexico in January is settling in at a Colorado sanctuary and has a new best friend -- a rescue dog.

The Wild Animal Sanctuary in Keenesburg said Duke, a tiger cub seized by Albuquerque police in January, was recently transferred to the sanctuary from the Albuquerque BioPark.

Pat Craig, the sanctuary's founder ...Read more

(UPI) Wildlife officials in Arizona said a resident arrived home to discover a bobcat had entered their home and was lounging on a dog bed.

The Arizona Game and Fish Department said in a Twitter post that the San Manuel homeowner returned home from work Monday to discover the bobcat relaxing on their dog's bed.

The homeowner contacted ...Read more

It’s natural for dogs to have the tendency to guard their food. If you observe your pup becoming defensive of her food or her toys or bed, it’s best to take action to keep it from progressing.

The American Kennel Club offers the following suggestions to prevent your dog from food guarding.

Eating in peace. While your dog is eating, ...Read more

(UPI) Police in Florida said a shy dog stranded on an island for multiple days was successfully caught and taken to a shelter.

The approximately 6-year-old German shepherd was first spotted running loose in Vero Beach on Friday and witnesses said the canine fled into the water and swam to a nearby island.

Kate Meghji, CEO of the Humane Society...Read more

(UPI) The World's Ugliest Dog Contest, held annually in California, announced applications are now available for owners of aesthetically-challenged canines seeking to prove the unsightliness of their pooches.

The contest, held each June at the Sonoma-Marin Fair, said it is seeking dogs with "too little hair, too many wrinkles, an unusual nose ...Read more

ESCONDIDO, Calif. — Sure, Apollo's sitting, shaking, leash walking and fetching skills have improved since he started living in a group home with four men with developmental disabilities.

But this one-year-old lab, explains resident Adam Holwuttle, does his own kind of work, his presence and acceptance helping to smooth out the rough edges ...Read more

If you have a pup that urinates when you enter the room or gets overly excited when someone new arrives, you are not alone! Excitement urination is a common issue among puppies that occurs when situations are socially stimulating or even during active play. The American Kennel Club offers the following tips if this happens to your canine ...Read more

(UPI) Animal rescuers in Texas ordered a DNA test to determine whether a puppy found by police in Dallas is a dog or a coyote.

Dallas Animal Services said in a Facebook post that the puppy, dubbed Toast, was found by the Dallas Police Department next to a dumpster.

Police weren't sure whether the canine was a domestic dog or a coyote, and ...Read more

(UPI) Authorities in Virginia said a cat missing for 9 years was reunited with her owner after showing up on a local resident's porch.

Henrico County Police said in a Facebook post that its Animal Protection Unit dispatched an animal protection officer on Tuesday when a local resident called to report a stray cat had taken up residence on their...Read more

(UPI) An Arizona dog whose tongue is 3.74 inches longer than his snout was awarded the Guinness World Record for longest tongue on a living dog.

The 3-year-old English setter, named Bisbee, was awarded the title after his owners, Tucson residents Jay and Ericka Johnson, decided to have the canine's tongue measured by a veterinarian.

The couple...Read more

February is National Pet Dental Health Month. Part of being a responsible dog owner is caring for your pup’s teeth. Regular brushing and dental care are the best way to prevent gum disease or bad breath and to keep your dog looking his best.

The American Kennel Club recommends the following tips for noticing poor dental health and tricks ...Read more