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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 [...]

Caution: Lawn Care and Your Dog Could Be a Bad Combination

Jeanne Ryan — Fri, 10 May 2013 20:52:53 +0000

Most of us who own a home pride ourselves on having a nice green lawn, but If you have a dog, sometimes keeping that lawn pristine can be a bit of a challenge. If Fido goes potty on said grass, or just like to roll around in it, all dog owners need to be aware [...]

Dog Wants a Kitten [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:27:57 +0000

Everyone who owns a pet is convinced that their dog or cat understands them, and we all wait for a reaction of some kind. But, If they talked back to us how awesome would that be? This big doggie is a super happy camper, along with a little help from his owner, and is ready [...]

10 Totally Aww-Worthy Puppy Fails

Cameron Simcik — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 16:50:53 +0000

Ladies and gents, it’s time for another round of entertaining fails. Recently we’ve scoped out the really unfortunate and the semi-painful type of fail. But this time around, we’re going for the straight up adorable, AKA puppy fails.

Finally, a New Energy Bar That You Can Share With Your Dog

Jeanne Ryan — Tue, 02 Apr 2013 18:28:50 +0000

Funny name, but delicious treat to give you and mans best friend a Yaff Energy Bar. I know I for one was always hoping that I could sample one of our dogs treats and enjoy them as much as they do, because they sure hover every time we eat something. Admittedly we are not very [...]

Bill Would Fine Drivers For Having Dogs on Their Laps While Driving

Jeanne Ryan — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 15:35:26 +0000

A new bill possibly to be proposed in Illinois, will be to fine drivers who are caught with their dog riding in the front seat with them. I have to admit guilty as charged, we have 2 little dogs and the few times we ever do bring them in the car I have them on [...]

The Fresh Pup of Bel-Air [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 03:07:11 +0000

Mostly everyone I know can recite the theme song from the Fresh Prince of Bel Air, one of my favorite shows of all time, So, it was about time that somebody made a spoof video about the show, In all seriousness If you are looking for a pet i would highly recommend going to a [...]

A Collection of Dogs Reuniting With Veterans Returning From War — Daily Distraction

Staff Writer — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 18:30:29 +0000

[onescreen item="5022145"] By now you’ve probably seen at least one video of a soldier or Marine returning home and seeing his dog for the first time. It’s one of the things the Internet does that really, genuinely tugs at your heartstrings. Watching how the dog can take a moment or two at first to recognize his [...]

Watch These Dogs Saying 'I Love You' — Daily Distraction

Staff Writer — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 18:11:16 +0000

[onescreen item="5018575"] Sit. Shake hands. Roll over. Express your deepest emotions about me in a concisely worded phrase. It seems that dogs just keep learning to do more and more impressive stuff. We swear it was just yesterday that they were trying to carry sticks that were way too big to fit through doors, and [...]

See 'Best in Show' Highlights From the Westminster Dog Show

Amanda Ferris — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 15:02:51 +0000

The Westminster Dog show, which is a lot like the Super Bowl for dog owners and possibly their pets too, already has its list of who could win the coveted title of “Best in Show.” To start off our canine contenders recap, the first pooch to win in the 2013 Westminster Dog Show was an [...]

Dog Struggles to Navigate Through Deep Snow [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Tue, 12 Feb 2013 19:30:40 +0000

With this past snowfall it caused some nightmare situations for humans and animals alike. I can relate to trying to accommodate access to the great outdoors for our four legged friends as well. If you are a dog lover, you will get a kick out of this super cute dog trying to run through the [...]

10 Cute Dogs Saying 'I Love You'

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 17:09:05 +0000

There are few things we love more than dogs. Think about it-- they look awfully cute in tutus, sport hoodies like champs and even pull off the whole eyebrow look with ease. Our love for dogs is so strong, in fa

Video of the Rarely Seen Scottish Terrier Puppy Pinwheel — Daily Distraction

Staff Writer — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:19:03 +0000

[onescreen item="5008413"] Never seen a Scottish terrier puppy pinwheel? It’s a mesmerizing sight. “Why don’t they stop walking, and just stand and drink?” you might ask. But that would be missing the point entirely. Once one of them starts moving as he drinks, the other five must then do the same. And round and round they [...]

Watch These Dogs Carrying Really Big Sticks — Daily Distraction

Daily Distraction — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:06:46 +0000

[onescreen item="5006657"] Dogs have loved sticks since the beginning of time. That’s just a scientific fact. And the bigger the stick, the better. Sometimes, though, a dog will find big stick (SWEET!), pick it up and bring it back, but run into a problem: the doorway is too narrow. This problem has baffled canines for [...]

14 Adorable Dogs Dressed Like Reindeer

Cameron Simcik — Wed, 19 Dec 2012 19:51:54 +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 [...]

5 Annoying Things Pet Owners Do on Facebook

TheFW Staff — Mon, 12 Nov 2012 21:07:45 +0000

Now that the election is over, we can go back to being annoyed by the usual stuff on Facebook — Farmville updates, the unceasing stream of invites to comedian friends’ weekly shows, pictures that promise “likes” will somehow generate something for somebody somewhere … and everybody’s pets. We get that you’re sad and lonely (that’s [...]

Good Dog Does More Than Fetch a Ball [VIDEO]

Jeanne Ryan — Wed, 07 Nov 2012 19:41:23 +0000

For anyone who has a dog, as much as we love them it can be a mess sometimes. Now that we have 2 dogs in our house we are constantly stepping over dog toys and rawhide sticks everywhere. Unless you have this special doggie. Teaching your dog a trick or two is one thing, but [...]

Soldier Reunites with his Dog After Deployment [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 16:39:46 +0000

Waiting for a loved one to come home from an oversea deployment is a difficult time. I know, because I’ve been there. It’s usually met with an emotional homecoming. Like this one, when a soldier returns from a year in Iraq. Here is the story that the Youtube user, JacquiTIME49, posted about the video. “Our [...]

Friday, June 22nd Is "Take Your Dog to Work Day"

Laura Peterson — Thu, 21 Jun 2012 21:39:16 +0000

Friday marks the 14th Annual “Take Your Dog to Work Day.” Created in 1999, “Take Your Dog to Work Day” was started to celebrate the great companions dogs make and to encourage their adoption from humane societies andanimal shelters. This annual event asks pet lovers to celebrate the humane-canine bond and promote pet adoption by [...]

Tear-Jerking Dog Food Commercial [VIDEO]

Laura Peterson — Thu, 16 Feb 2012 19:21:03 +0000

I’ve been on a little bit of a canine kick lately. It’s the Westminster Dog Show’s fault though. I was watching on Monday night, and happened to see the Herding Category being judged. My favorite dog being the German shepherd, it was perfect timing. I also had a chance to see this commercial, which I [...]