Dogs

July 1, 2021

Buddhist Monk Rescues 8,000 Stray Dogs in China and Finds Them New Homes

Millions of dogs and cats live on China’s streets. Many pets are abandoned and left to fend for themselves, and uncontrolled breeding means the population of strays is only growing. However, one Buddhist monk in Shanghai, China is doing what he can to help. Fifty-one-year-old Zhi Xiang has been rescuing animals since 1994, and he now has almost 8,000 dogs in his care, as well as several hundred cats and birds.

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April 21, 2021

Dog With Giant Fluffy Ears Looks Just Like a Real-Life Mickey Mouse

Meet Goma, the adorable “Mickey Mouse dog” from Tokyo. This 7-year-old cutie has stolen the hearts of many on Instagram due to her huge, fluffy, gray ears that make her look like a real-life cartoon mouse. We wish we could reach into our screens and give her a cuddle! Goma is a Maltese / Papillon mix, which means she’s blessed with the best qualities of both breeds.

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February 22, 2021

Boone the Brave Beagle Overcame Abuse and Now Has His Own Children’s Book

Meet Boone, an adorable Beagle with an inspiring story (and an impressive collection of bow ties). Before this lovable pooch was adopted by an adoring family, Boone sadly suffered through a life of abuse. His previous owners intentionally cut his back legs off, leaving him unable to walk. It’s difficult to comprehend how anyone could be so cruel; but luckily, Boone was rescued by people who have his best interests at heart.

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January 8, 2021

Adorable Wedding Cake Features Beloved Dog Making a Playful Mess

For newlyweds Roisin & Hunter Bicklmeier, it was no question that their Golden Retriever named Bear would play a part in their wedding day. As they planned for the occasion, they wanted to involve him as much as possible. From having his moment walking down the aisle to the “Bear’s biscuit bar” where their guests could take home doggie bags for their dogs, the adorable pup featured throughout the day.

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