Dogs

December 19, 2024

This Fluffy and Round “One-Eyed“ Creature Is Real But It’s Not What You Think It Is

Could aliens be among us already? Do monsters actually live in under our beds? Are Pokémon real? If not, what is this round, one-eyed creature that has taken the Internet by storm? It’s all at once spooky and adorable, making it seem like the tricky work of AI—but it’s not! Upon closer inspection, you'll realize that this isn't a creature from outer space or some crafty Photoshop. Can you guess what it is?

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November 21, 2024

Hot Water Bottle Cover Realistically Shaped Like a Curled up Shiba Inu to Snuggle up With

If you love the idea of snuggling up with a dog but dread the reality of daily walks, this hot water bottle cover—designed to look just like a real Shiba Inu—might be your new favorite cozy companion. It’s designed by YOU+MORE!, a sub-brand of Japanese lifestyle brand Felissimo that specializes in cute, animal-inspired products. The hot water bottle cover is inspired by a real Shiba Inu known as Charmy on Instagram.

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October 24, 2024

Heartwarming Winners of the 2024 Dog Photography Awards

Man's best friend is being celebrated at the 2024 Dog Photography Awards. Pet photographers from more than 60 different countries entered 1,700 photos across five diverse categories. From animals in action to heartwarming portraits, the winners highlight the diversity and charm of dogs. Regine Jensen‘s beautiful image Moving in time places a white whippet named Rebelle in a billowing red cape.

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August 9, 2024

Dogs Are Helping Rewild Nature Reserves by Running Around With Bags Packed With Seeds

Many centuries ago, wolves served an unexpected purpose in nature. As they roamed around, they would inadvertently get wildflower and grass seeds stuck in their fur. Then, these would be released elsewhere, establishing new colonies of plants and helping ecosystems thrive. Inspired by this, an urban nature reserve in the English town of Lewes enlisted local dogs and their humans to help them rewild the area.

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