Dogs

October 12, 2021

Bindi Irwin Shares Adorable Photo of Baby Grace “Having a Chat” With Her Dog

The beloved “Crocodile Hunter,” Steve Irwin, died 15 years ago, but his family is carrying on his legacy. His children, Bindi and Robert, both work as zookeepers at the family’s Australia Zoo, and now his granddaughter is showing early signs of wanting a career in wildlife conservation. Bindi Irwin has been sharing photos of her adorable baby daughter, Grace Warrior Irwin Powell, meeting all kinds of animals.

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October 6, 2021

Long-Time Resident Shelter Dog Gets Standing Ovation as He Leaves for His Forever Home

It’s an unfortunate reality that many dogs in animal shelters are overlooked by potential adopters, simply because they’re too shy to make a big impression. This was the case for a dog named Big Mac who arrived at the McKamey Animal Center in Chattanooga, Tennessee, in December 2020. He was originally given up by his owner because they “didn’t have time for him and they were moving.

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September 13, 2021

Woman Designs Cute Pajamas for Dogs To Help Dispel the Stigma of Pit Bulls

Pit bulls have a bad reputation, but the feared breed is also one of the most misunderstood. Historically, the original American pit bull terrier was bred for fighting, but today, that’s not necessarily the case. Many pit bulls are assumed to be dangerous just because of how they look, but they’re just as sweet, loving, and loyal as any other domestic dog.

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July 19, 2021

Golden Retrievers Bring Comfort to First Responders at Site of Florida Condo Collapse

Research has shown that simply petting a dog can lower your stress level. With this in mind, organizations have created teams of canines whose one role is to be petted by humans in stressful situations. This was exemplified in Surfside, Florida. Rescue workers were there to help recover the victims of the Champlain Towers condo collapse. While there, nine Golden Retrievers arrived to offer comfort to first responders and their families.

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