21 Pets Who Are So, So Terrible At Hide-And-Seek, But We Still Love Them

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As a kid, I remember rousing games of hide-and-seek. I thought I was so good. Turns out, every time I went to hide, I chose the same spot. Yeah, it’s safe to say that my parents and brothers caught on quickly and just humored me most of the time. Our pets probably have the same […]

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One Photo Speaks Volumes About The Power Of Service Animals

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Combat Service Dog Given Heartwrenching Sendoff In Military-Style Funeral

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googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(‘VN_PG_DTBT_ATF’); }); Staff Sergeant Russ Beckley Jr. loved his dog, Rico. Facebook / WRAL googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(‘VN_PG_DCBM_BTF’); }); More than 2,500 service dogs work in the United States military right now. Their work is an integral part of combat missions, since they’re often responsible for sniffing out mortars, finding drugs, and protecting their […]

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Watch These Obedient Dogs Wait To Have Their Feet Cleaned Before Entering The House

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Owning a dog is a messy venture. They are hairy little fur balls that track dirt into your house…sometimes they even go to the bathroom in places that aren’t the bathroom at all. It involves a lot of cleanup, but being a dog owner is a rewarding experience for the most part. Then again, this […]

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A Couple Beautifully Says Goodbye To Their Deceased Dog. The Last 2 Photos Destroyed Me.

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Helena and Laurent are a San Francisco-based couple who are not only married, but they work together as wedding photographers. According to their Web site, Helena always wanted to be an artist and Laurent wanted to fly through the desert and photograph lions. They are living a slightly modified version of their dreams (less lions) […]

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This Dog Thanks A Woman For Stopping To Help Him Get Some Water

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googletag.cmd.push(function() { googletag.display(‘VN_PG_DTAT_ATF’); }); I don’t understand people who abuse animals. I can’t comprehend why someone would want to terrorize a poor creature that just wants love and care. All you have to do is offer up a tiny bit of respect and that animal will forever be grateful. If this sounds a little far-fetched, […]

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All 4 Of This Dog’s Paws Were Cut Off For The Dog Meat Trade, But She’s Still Smiling

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You’ve heard the stories, but nothing prepares you to see what really happens to victims of the dog meat trade. In South Korea alone, it’s estimated that around 2 million canines are killed each year and more than 100,000 tons of dog meat are consumed. What’s even more disturbing are the practices the industry employs. […]

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A Dog Was In Deep Trouble (And Deep Water) So These Heroes Formed A Human Chain

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Fast-moving water can be dangerous for people, animals, and vehicles alike. If you’re driving through flood waters, you should remember that only two feet of water can sweep away most cars (even large SUVs). So, if you end up in deep, fast-moving water on foot, it’s even more dangerous. This unlucky dog found himself in […]

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These Two Dogs Are Best Friends…That Is, Until One Of Them Gets The Ball

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I’m all about sharing — it is caring after all…but try to eat some of my chocolate cake before I’m done with it and you’re in for a sore surprise. I imagine that’s exactly how Goggles feels right now. You see, he and Millie are best of friends…but when she lays claim to the ball, […]

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