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Explore the unhealthiest dog breeds according to a veterinarian. Learn about health problems in popular breeds before choosing your next pet.

Veterinarian Shares 5 Dog Breeds That Often Develop Health Problems

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Owners were left heartbroken after a litter of puppies exposed to a rabies-positive puppy were told to surrender their dogs to be put down.

11 puppies to be euthanized after rabies exposure during adoption event; owners heartbroken

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Parliament has approved a controversial new law aimed at removing millions of stray dogs from its streets.

Turkey Passes 'Massacre Law' on Stray Dogs

Sheridan, CO

In Sheridan, Colorado, adopters, volunteers and the entire staff at Moms and Mutts Colorado, a rescue organization for pregnant and nursing dogs, were ordered to euthanize the entire litter of puppies after one puppy tested positive for rabies. The founder of the rescue, Aron Jones posted the devastating news on...

11 puppies euthanized after one pup tested positive for rabies at Colorado shelter

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Veterinarian Reveals the Top 5 Toughest Dog Breeds to Potty Train

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Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet Gibson Band, a pocket-sized pup with a huge heart full of love. This 4-year-old Chihuahua grew up as an owned pup in a loving home. Unfortunately, Gibson's owners recently went through some unexpected life changes, and as such were no longer able to provide him with the care and love he needed. Now, Gibson is living safely with a foster family found through Great Dog Rescue New England. Despite loving his foster family, Gibson hopes he will not have to wait very long before he can make his final move to a furever home!

Tiny 8-Pound Chihuahua Searching For Love After Owner Forced To Surrender

Wisconsin State

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"There is your life before the death of your beloved spouse and your life after. The pain never fully goes away."

My Wife Of 26 Years Died. 6 Months Later, I Received A Call That Left Me Stunned.

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The legislation has been slammed by animal rights groups.

Backlash over Türkiye’s controversial new bill to manage stray dog population

Finding an abandoned yet lovable stray dog on the streets and taking it home is undoubtedly a huge dream for animal lovers. But what’s the only thing better than one stray dog falling you home? Well, two stray dogs, of course. For one lucky animal lover who hit the...

‘They probably walked him home’: Dad comes home drunk and daughter finds him curled up in bed with two stray dogs

Most dog owners would probably love to know what their pet is thinking. Unfortunately, our dogs can’t tell us, so it can be hard to know if they’re truly happy or just making do with their surroundings. While no one can read a dog’s mind, veterinarians are the...

6 Signs Of A Happy Dog, According To Veterinarians

South Dakota State

Herbie J Pilato

Former child star Bobby Buntrock's life ended in tragedy. Best known as Harold “Sport” Baxter on the popular 1960s TV sitcom Hazel, Butrock died at only 21 years old in a car accident in 1974.

The Tragic Death of Child Star Bobby Buntrock, and How TV's 'Hazel' Shirley Booth Protected him

Life is not particularly kind to stray dogs. Many times, they are either abused or outright ignored when they ask for help. That is why many of them live recluse lives as far away from other humans as possible. This paints a very bleak picture about us, but it’s not always so bad.

Rescuer Saved This Stray Pup Only To Later Realize That She Has Puppies Who Need Help

Each year, roughly 3.1 million dogs enter various shelters across the United States, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA). This figure often represents dogs brought in as strays, lost pets, and those taken in as owner surrenders. Being brought to a shelter can...

Senior Husky Dumped at Shelter By Family for ‘Having Allergies’ Ready to Love Again

No, that’s not an adorable microscopic alien, or a Gremlin being fed a speck of dust—that’s an apple head Chihuahua!. One of the most iconic physical characteristics of the breed, the dome-shaped skull of the applehead Chihuahua is hard to miss when you know to look for it. The embodiment of the official Chihuahua dog breed standard according to the American Kennel Club and other breed registries, apple head Chihuahuas are one of the most easily recognizable small dog breeds in the world, and beloved by people globally.

Apple Head Chihuahuas: Tiny Dogs with Surprisingly Big Brains!

Happy Tongue Out Thursday from our superstar, Chica! 😛. This beauty is AMAZING with other dogs, possibly potty trained, and loves the water. All she needs now is a loving home from someone like you. But hurry, she’s on the Urgent List and doesn’t have much time left…

The Animal Shelter’s death row inmate Chica, is a superstar pup who’s awesome with other dogs would love to swim in your pool.

An Eastbourne-based charity is working to save stray dogs in Turkey following fears of a possible government cull. The Happy Paws Puppy Rescue shelter is cooperating with pounds inside the Middle Eastern country to rehome the animals in the UK. Turkey passed a controversial law in July to get millions...

Charity scrambles to save dogs amid cull fears

If you're deciding between a pet sitter vs boarding, this guide will help you choose the best option for your pet.

Pet sitter vs boarding: which one is better?

Queen City News

Fashion house Dolce & Gabbana has launched a new alcohol-free perfume for dogs, but not all vets and pet owners agree it's safe or appropriate.

Dolce & Gabbana launches perfume for dogs, but some vets are skeptical

This article was originally published in Showsight Magazine, September 2014 issue. The Shih Tzu is a “big dog in a little package.” In the United States, where the breed standard calls for a weight of 9 to 16 pounds, the Shih Tzu is classified as a toy breed, but in many other countries, it is in the Non-Sporting or Utility group. Whatever its size, a proper Shih Tzu should be sturdy and well-boned. If you pick it up, it is likely to be deceptively heavy for its size, with heavy bones, good spring of rib, and a broad, deep chest. From what we know of the breed’s history, it has always been thus. There is no evidence of a so-called “imperial gene,” and breed historian Victor Joris states that the breed in the royal court was similar in size to what is called for in today’s breed standards. Although the origin of the Shih Tzu is shrouded in mystery, it is probably mostly of Tibetan origin. Along with such breeds as the Lhasa Apso, Tibetan Terrier, and Tibetan Spaniel, it is one of a group of small, shaggy Oriental breeds classified as “lion dogs” and considered sacred in Buddhism.

The Shih Tzu in Brief

Beaufort County, SC

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Yes, there are monkeys in the Lowcountry of South Carolina. You won’t see one crossing the road and you don’t have to worry about them crashing your backyard BBQ looking for a meal, either.

On this South Carolina Island, only monkeys are allowed to hang out

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Fox tests positive for rabies after fighting dog in Spalding County, health department says

ATLANTA, Ga. (Atlanta News First) - A fox tested positive for rabies after fighting a dog in Griffin last Monday, according to the Spalding County Health...

Fox tests positive for rabies after fighting dog in Spalding County, health department says

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