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1.2KDiagnoses by Noses: Dogs Can Successfully Sniff Out COVID
From seizure and pregnancy detection, to sniffing out cancer, changes in blood sugar, or alerting to dangerous bacteria in hospitals, medically trained...
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How Therapy Dogs Can Help Kids with Speech Difficulties
“Man’s best friend” is not just an empty phrase we’ve assigned to our furry companions. In fact, a dog’s presence in our...
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Service Dogs Bring Independence to Veterans this Fourth of July
For three new service dog graduates, July 4, 2020 has a very special meaning. These veterans, who struggle with post-traumatic stress disorder, marked the first...
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Electronics Sniffing Dog Will Help Catch Child Predators in Colorado
Colorado’s newest working canine has a special set of skills that makes her the perfect police partner for fighting child predators. K9...
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Move Over for Rover: How to Help Guide Dogs not Trained for Social Distancing
By Titus Herman, CEO of Southeastern Guide Dogs, a national nonprofit that trains guide and service dogs for people with vision loss and...
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The 60 Greatest Movies Starring Dogs
Since moving pictures first graced the silver screen, yes even before movies had sound, man’s best friend became a star of the...
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School Surprises Kindergartner with Service Dog Photo in Yearbook
One Louisville kindergartner got a heartwarming surprise when she opened her new yearbook to discover her service dog featured with her very...
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Dogs Trained to Detect Coronavirus Could Be Key in Ending COVID-19 Pandemic
We all know how important dogs already are to our mental, emotional and physical health. Now, dogs could be key in finally...
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Pet Sitters Could be Key in Alleviating Separation Anxiety Post-Quarantine
With experts warning pet owners that their return to work after the COVID-19 crisis may result in separation anxiety for their pets, Pet Sitters...
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Fun & Fascinating Facts About the Most Famous Dogs in Movie History
Since moving pictures first graced the silver screen, yes even before movies had sound, man’s best friend became a star of the...
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Winery Employs Dog to Deliver Wine to Customers Curbside
In an effort to closely follow social distancing rules during the COVID-19 pandemic, one Maryland winery is putting their shop dog to...
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2-Legged Dog Lands Role as the Next Cadbury ‘Bunny’
Lieutenant Dan, a two-legged dog who has overcome adversity, has won the hearts of America and is the winner of the 2020 Cadbury Bunny...
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Is the Iditarod Sled Dog Race Safe for the Dogs?
Every winter since 1973, men and dogs face what has become known as “The Last Great Race,” the Iditarod, pronouced “Hi-dit-a-rod” from...
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House Unanimously Passes Act to Pair Veterans with Service Dogs
In a major victory for the men and women who served in our armed forces, the PAWS for Veterans Therapy Act unanimously...
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Pregame Warmup: Fun Facts About Puppy Bowl XVI (This Sunday!)
This Sunday, February 2nd is an exciting day for football fans and puppy lovers alike when Animal Planet blows the whistle on their 16th...
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No More Emotional Support Animals on Planes if Federal Proposal Passes
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has proposed a ban on allowing passengers to bring emotional support animals onto planes, limiting them only...
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Seeing Eye Dog Designated State Dog of New Jersey
On Tuesday, Governor Phil Murphy signed legislation that officially designates the Seeing Eye® dog as the state dog of New Jersey. The Seeing Eye is...
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Keeping You and Your Dog’s Safety in Mind When Hiring a Pet Sitter
The time before you leave for a vacation can be chaotic. There are all sorts of last-minute details that you need to...
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Once Abandoned by his Family, this Hero Dog Now Finds Koalas Injured in Australia’s Bushfires
It’s no secret that dogs have amazing olfactories. From those trained in search and rescue, to sniffing out cancers, to detecting bed...
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Do You Know A Canine Hero? Nominate A Dog For An AKC Humane Fund Award For Canine Excellence!
To celebrate the dogs who do extraordinary things in the service of humankind, the AKC Humane Fund is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane...
