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They gave up their bachelor party to rescue sick puppies in the woods
In the middle of a bachelor celebration in Tennessee, eight males had gathered at Mitchel Craddock’s bachelor party in the woods. As they wo…
Does brain size affect how trainable a dog is?
Does a dog's brain size affect how trainable they are? Scientists looked at the large and small relative brain sizes of dogs to see.
Microchipping pets: preparation without panic
Reading Time: 5 minutes Every pet parent dreads the same scenario: an open gate, a slipped leash, a side door that didn’t quite latch. Even …
A roadside box holds a litter of innocent puppies
Love Furry Friends Rescue received a call from a man who found a box with some young, innocent puppies inside. They set out for rescue immed…
A vet spends four hours in a cold doghouse to show how harmful it can be
We’ve all seen the videos of people sitting in cars on hot days to show just how bad it gets inside for dogs and to try and inspire change f…
A rescue Beagle drops from 72 pounds after an incredible transformation
When Trisha and her husband Dave agreed to foster a Beagle named Autumn, they had no idea how much help she would need. The rescue dog weigh…
How to treat a yeast infection in dogs
Yeast infections can be a minor inconvenience or a major recurring hassle. The most common yeast found in infections in dogs is Malassezia, …
The longevity quest: ways to extend your dog’s life
Extending your dog's lifespan is somethign every dog owner wants. Dr. Jerry Klein discusses ways to help your dog live longer.
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