2021-03-24 21:58
From the AKC Museum of the Dog’s Hollywood Dogs collection. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
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2021-03-23 15:34
Happy National Puppy Day! My dogs are no longer puppies (sadly), but I do enjoy sharing their pictures. Here are Rosie the Vizsla and Checkers the Coonhound. (Please know that I did make my… Read More
2021-03-22 17:12
Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, the Chairman of the Subcommittee on Economic and Consumer Policy, sent letters to Elanco Animal Health Inc. and Bayer U.S. LLC seeking documents and information reg… Read More
2021-03-21 13:51
Meet Forest! This handsome boy is currently being treated for heartworm. Here’s what his rescuers have to say about him:Forest is a super precious pup who just loves to have fun! He&rs&hell…Read More
2021-03-20 19:59
The AKC released their list of most registered breeds last week, so I’m wondering which breeds our readers like best. I’ve listed the top five from the AKC list, plus the truly m… Read More
2021-03-19 14:13
Soon. Very soon we will be able to travel freely! I get my first shot today. Yay, me! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-03-18 14:58
The final two mushers have crossed the finish line at Deshka Landing, and the 2021 Iditarod is now in the history books. Rookie Dakota Schlosser finished at 12:22 AM with 10 dogs and Victori… Read More
2021-03-17 23:29
From the American Kennel Club: Lab lovers continue to make their voices heard! The American Kennel Club (AKC®) announced at a virtual press conference at the AKC Museum of the Dog that t… Read More
2021-03-17 23:10
The last two racers arrived in Skwentna early this morning. Victoria Hardwick and rookie Dakota Schlosser arrived just before 7 am, both with 10 dogs. This is their last checkpoint before th… Read More
2021-03-15 19:07
Checkers is celebrating National Napping Day. (Chewing that windowsill was exhausting!) I hope you can fit in a snooze today. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-03-15 18:12
For only the second time in history, a musher has won FIVE Iditarod sled dog races! Congrats to Dallas Seavey for completing the 848 mile race in 7 days, 14 hours, and 8 minutes. He arrived… Read More
2021-03-14 22:27
The top two mushers are into Skwentna, the last checkpoint on the way back to Deshka Landing. The others are out of Finger Lake, heading to Skwentna. Dallas Seavey arrived at Skwentna at 12:… Read More
2021-03-14 19:39
Meet Tilly! This silly girl is a Lab / Hound mix, is up to date on her vaccines, and is spayed. Here’s what her rescuers have to say about her: Tilly is very active, enjoys playing wit… Read More
2021-03-13 21:39
The top five mushers have all passed through the Nikolai checkpoint on their way back to the start/finish line. All have completed both their 8-hour and 24-hour rest periods. Aaron Burmeiste… Read More
2021-03-13 19:43
Today is National K9 Veterans Day! Why today? Glad you asked. On March 13, 1942, the US Army first began training dogs for its newly established K9 Corps. Since that fateful day, we’ve… Read More
2021-03-12 21:15
Dallas Seavey has moved into the lead, arriving at the McGrath checkpoint at 9:32 this morning, on his way back to Deshka Landing. He has 13 dogs in harness. The remainder of the top five ha… Read More
2021-03-11 22:29
The top five have all reached the mid-way point in the town of Iditarod. Here are their arrival times and the number of dogs still in harness: Brent Sass 3/10 @ 6:08 pm, 14 dogs Aaron Peck 3… Read More
2021-03-11 03:28
From Donny Moss on YouTube. In case you’re not familiar, the military uses SNAFU to mean “Situation Normal…All F***ed Up”. Thankfully that is no longer the case for… Read More
2021-03-10 22:22
The top five mushers are currently clustered around the Ophir checkpoint. Brent Sass left Ophir at 4:21 this morning. Aaron Peck left at 8:32 this morning. Mille Porsild left at 10:22 this m… Read More
2021-03-09 22:49
Here’s how the top five mushers are doing. All have arrived at the Nikolai check point, and the top two have pulled back out onto the trail. The remaining three appear to be taking the… Read More
2021-03-08 21:58
From KCEN-TV in Temple, Texas. Moral of the story #1: Never give up! Moral of the story #2: Microchip your pets! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-03-08 21:52
The top five mushers have all left Rainy Pass: Ryan Redington at 7:24 Richie Diehl at 9:20 Nicolas Petit at 9:57 Brent Sass at 10:47 Michelle Phillips at 11:03 All of them still have all 14… Read More
2021-03-07 23:01
The first musher, Aaron Peck, and his dogs are now leaving Deshka Landing for the start of the Last Great Trail Race, the 49th running of the Iditarod! This will be Aliy Zirkle’s last… Read More
2021-03-07 21:31
Meet Elon! This handsome young fella is neutered, well on his way to potty training, and good with other dogs. Here’s what he has to say for himself: Hey everyone! My name is Elon! I&r&hell…Read More
2021-03-05 19:45
Nice to get a thank you once in a while! Enjoy your weekend. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-03-04 23:47
The grandaddy of all dog sled races begins this Sunday! The 49th Iditarod race includes 13 women and 34 men, made up of 12 rookies and 35 veterans. Four former Iditarod champions are back in… Read More
2021-03-03 20:50
A little good news to lift you up on this hump day. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-03-02 22:18
Ryan Fischer is a dog walker, one of whose clients is Lady Gaga. As you’ve no doubt heard, he was shot while walking the three dogs. Two of the animals were stolen, then later recovere… Read More
2021-02-27 21:08
Earlier this week, I posted about the decline in euthanasia in pet shelters, but I want to ask today about the broader question of euthanasia. I have a relative who is absolutely against it… Read More
2021-02-27 01:19
Happy weekend! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-25 22:48
From Military.com and the Honolulu Star Advertiser: Bogi, a 5-year old Belgian Malinois, has been reunited with her original handler, Sgt. Angela Cardone of the U.S. Marine Corps, at Queen K… Read More
2021-02-24 23:32
The first two winners of the Cadbury Bunny contest were dogs, so who’s to say your dog couldn’t be next? The current Bunny, Lieutenant Dan, announced the contest on his Instagram… Read More
2021-02-24 02:20
From the New York Times: Euthanasia rates at large city shelters have fallen steadily over the past several decades due to a number of factors. Spaying and neutering has arguably had the big… Read More
2021-02-20 20:57
The good folks at Tractive GPS have compiled a list of the top five ways to celebrate today, which is National Love Your Pet Day. The highlights: Praise them. Spend quality time together. Up… Read More
2021-02-19 21:22
From the Twitter feed of @BeagleFacts. There is a direct correlation between beagle levels of muddiness and beagle levels of satisfaction. This has been well established in multiple peer-rev… Read More
2021-02-17 17:31
Today is National Random Acts of Kindness Day. Our dogs give us kindness every day, so this is the day we should pay it back with random snuggles, kisses, treats, playtime, and toys. Maybe e… Read More
2021-02-16 19:07
Although today the race could be held in Texas, The Iditarod will, as always, be held in Alaska, starting on March 7th. However, they have made some significant changes due to COVID-19. Here… Read More
2021-02-15 21:25
I’m watching The Weather Channel, waiting for the snow to reach us here in Canton, Ohio, and realizing that there is snow deep into the south, where they are not quite as used to it as… Read More
2021-02-14 23:05
Give your dog a big kiss from me today! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-13 22:20
Madison Square Garden, longtime home to the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, announces a contest to find the best “regular” dog. While there may not be a Westminster Kennel Club… Read More
2021-02-12 18:22
I spend a lot of (probably too much) time enjoying the tweets from Room Rater, where they often talk about the importance of artwork. Wonder how they’d rate this? Happy weekend! Until… Read More
2021-02-12 17:55
Even though the WKC show has been moved to the summer, this is normally the week we celebrate the grandaddy of all dog shows. In honor of this week, the Westminster Kennel Club is offering s… Read More
2021-02-11 23:41
From The Dog Lady’s mailbag: The AKC Museum of the Dog is excited to announce “Virtual Night with the Museum,” a livestream virtual gala honoring the Museum’s longtim… Read More
2021-02-10 20:57
I know a lot of the US is receiving lots of snow and cold temperatures right now, and chances are that small ponds and lakes are frozen solid. BUT, you never know where the weak spots are. S… Read More
2021-02-09 18:33
Have you been introduced to Olive and Mabel yet? I love them! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-08 20:37
I have no words. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-07 22:10
I humbly disagree. #GoChiefs! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-07 02:01
Earlier in the week, we featured Benny, the ice skating dog, and I commented that my dogs could never do that. Do your dogs have any sporting skills? Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-05 20:57
Happy weekend! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-04 18:22
No way my dogs could be this coordinated! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-02-03 16:25
From The Dog Lady’s mailbag: To celebrate the dogs who do extraordinary things in the service of humankind, the AKC Humane Fund is seeking YOUR nominations for its AKC Humane Fund Awar… Read More
2021-02-02 22:36
I know many people worry about the health and welfare of sled dogs during long races like the Iditarod. Here’s an interesting (if you’re a nerd like me) article about how these d… Read More
2021-02-01 13:42
From the Twitter feed of @RetrieverBarney: Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-31 13:58
Meet Anemone! She is said to be good with kids, cats, and other dogs. Here’s what her rescuers have to say about her:Anemone is a sweet little 8 week old girl. She is still learning th… Read More
2021-01-30 13:37
The Miami Heat announced they’d be using COVID detection dogs to screen fans as they enter the arena. In theory, I think it sounds like a good idea, but I have questions about what hap… Read More
2021-01-29 18:20
Happy Weekend! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-28 18:47
News from my hometown of Cincinnati: A Rumpke Waste & Recycling driver is a hero after saving a puppy Wednesday morning in Colerain Township just outside Cincinnati. Rumpke Driver Aaron… Read More
2021-01-27 15:08
Super dogs to the rescue! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! #MaskUp #BackUp Read More
2021-01-26 21:00
I told you a few days ago that I was following The First Dogs on Twitter, which I thought was some sort of official account set up for Champ and Major. I should have known that the people in… Read More
2021-01-25 22:54
From the Twitter page of The First Dogs of the US: Guess who moved in? Hoomans wanted some peace and quiet to make sure we didn’t get scared before moving us in. Major loves the South… Read More
2021-01-24 20:43
Meet Honey, also known as Kia. This beautiful adult Boxer is house-trained and prefers a home without kids, cats, or other dogs. Here’s what her rescuers have to say about her: Honey!… Read More
2021-01-23 19:46
Exxon Mobile just announced they are pulling their sponsorship of the Iditarod after this year, citing the economic state of the world right now. PETA is applauding this as an animal rights… Read More
2021-01-22 16:53
Family feet smell good! Nice and relaxing. Why chew ‘em when you can sleep in ‘em? Happy weekend, friends! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-21 16:38
There’s not a blue check of authenticity yet, but I believe the place to go for tweets from Champ and Major Biden is @TheFirstDogs. Rumor has it they are not at the White House yet; th… Read More
2021-01-21 01:01
Never fear! We have the video! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-20 19:59
On this historic day when a new President and our first female Vice President were sworn in, we bring you this from Good Morning America. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-18 20:31
Today we celebrate the 92nd anniversary of MLK’s birth. How will you honor his legacy today? Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-18 01:51
And the winner of the 2020 AKC National Championship (held in December, but just telecast today) is: **Drum roll please** Best in Show: Whippet, Bourbon (sister of Whiskey, who won in 2018)… Read More
2021-01-18 01:14
As a reminder, here are the seven dogs advancing to the Best in Show competition: Non-Sporting Group: Venus, the Standard Poodle Hound Group: Bourbon, the Whippet Sporting Group: Orca, the L… Read More
2021-01-18 01:11
Results of the Terrier Group judging from today’s telecast of the AKC National Championships held last December. 1st: Welsh Terrier, Dazzle 2nd: Lakeland Terrier 3rd: Dandie Dinmont Te… Read More
2021-01-18 01:05
Results of the Working Group judging from today’s telecast of the AKC National Championships held last December. 1st: Boxer, Wilma 2nd: Samoyed 3rd: Alaskan Malamute 4th: Newfoundland… Read More
2021-01-18 01:00
Results of the Herding Group judging from today’s telecast of the AKC National Championships held last December. 1st: Australian Shepherd, Sketty 2nd: Bearded Collie 3rd: Old English S… Read More
2021-01-18 00:53
Results of the Toy Group judging from today’s telecast of the AKC National Championships held last December. 1st: Pekingese, Wasabi 2nd: Papillon 3rd: Pug 4th: Yorkie Next up: The Herd… Read More
2021-01-18 00:48
Results of the Sporting Group judging from today’s telecast of the AKC National Championships held last December. 1st: Lagotto Romagnolo, Orca 2nd: ASCOB Cocker Spaniel 3rd: Irish Sett… Read More
2021-01-18 00:42
Results of the Hound Group judging from today’s telecast of the AKC National Championships held last December. 1st: Whippet, Bourbon 2nd: Deerhound 3rd: Saluki 4th: Borzoi Next up: The… Read More
2021-01-18 00:36
Sorry I’m late to the party today…I was watching my beloved Browns lose to the Chiefs. I think I have recovered enough to bring you the results of the Non-Sporting Group judging… Read More
2021-01-17 23:40
Meet Annie! What a sweet-looking dog! Here’s what her rescuers have to say about her: 1/17/2021 This pretty girl is Annie! She is a 2 year old, 40 pound, Blue Heeler mix who LOVES her… Read More
2021-01-16 22:59
Inquiring minds want to know: did you and your dog participate in National Dress Up Your Pet Day? Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-15 14:35
I hate when that happens! Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-15 01:29
I have no death wish, so I didn’t dress up my pets today. Here’s a stock photo of a unicorn dog instead. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-13 22:33
The AKC National Championship Presented by Royal Canin® will air on its new network, ABC, as a three-hour special this Sunday January 17, 2021 at 2 p.m. ET/11 a.m. PT. The show features… Read More
2021-01-13 00:51
Fast Facts FDA is alerting pet owners and veterinary professionals about certain Sportmix pet food products (see list below) manufactured by Midwestern Pet Foods, Inc. in their Oklahoma plan… Read More
2021-01-12 20:40
From Customs and Border Protection: NEWARK, N.J. — An arriving passenger was ‘sniffed’ out by a U.S. Customs and Border Protection K-9 at Newark Liberty International Airpo… Read More
2021-01-11 20:16
From the Delaware Humane Association: From shelter pup at the Delaware Humane Association to First Dog at the White House, Major Biden is barking proof that every dog can live the American d… Read More
2021-01-10 20:38
Meet Cozy! This Catahoula Leopard Dog mix is said to be good with other dogs, but not so much with cats or children. His rescuers only have a short tale to tell about him: Cozy is a very int… Read More
2021-01-09 14:30
Whether you have already received your $600 stimulus payment or are still waiting to receive it, you no doubt have plans for it. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2021-01-08 11:10
From the Twitter feed of We Rate Dogs (@dog_rates): This is Julie. She’s the only thing keeping the tower from falling. Not sure why it’s her responsibility, but she doesn’… Read More
2021-01-07 00:19
From the Twitter feed of NBC News’ Garrett Haake, captioned Very good dog hard at work clearing the Capitol complex. I am horrified and saddened by the events at our Capitol today. Thi… Read More
2021-01-05 21:19
From the Twitter page of Presidential historian Michael Beschloss: Abraham Lincoln’s dog Fido I can’t wait until there are dogs back in the White House again. Until next time, Go… Read More
2021-01-05 14:15
From The Dog Lady’s mailbag: The American Kennel Club (AKC®), the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, announced today that the Biewer Terrier… Read More
2021-01-04 14:21
From The Columbus Dispatch: The Ohio State’s Wexner Medical Center has launched a new therapy dog program. Many hospitals have therapy dogs to visit patient, although most such program… Read More
2021-01-03 14:38
Meet Smokey! This handsome boy is a hound / Shar Pei mix who has hereditary mange. Don’t let his skin condition freak you out. My Checkers has mange, and it is very easy to manage with… Read More
2021-01-02 11:45
It’s been a pretty mild winter so far here in northeastern Ohio, with mud more of a problem for us than snow and ice. But I know that’s not true everywhere. If you live in a cold… Read More
2020-12-31 19:34
Here’s a link to the full story from ABC-7 This is a shelter with an uncommon focus. In addition to rescuing animals, W-Underdogs works with underprivileged kids. Their mission: The W… Read More
2020-12-30 22:22
Maybe someday soon we won’t have to stay six feet away from our friends. We can only hope. For now, #MaskUp, #BackUp, and #StaySafe Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2020-12-29 21:30
Remember the little puppy who got snatched by a gator, and his dad pulled him free? Recognizing Gunnar’s bravery, the Lee County (FL) Sheriff’s Department has now made him a depu… Read More
2020-12-28 21:54
Important reminders from the Twitter feed of @DogsTrust, the UK’s largest dog welfare charity. Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2020-12-27 21:08
Meet Mia! This Great Dane is an extra large ball of love. Here’s what her rescuers have to say about her: Mia wants to be your girl! A three year old beauty, Mia is affectionate, loyal… Read More
2020-12-26 20:10
Wishing you and yours a Happy Kwanzaa from all of us at doggies.com and breeders.net Until next time, Good day, and good dog! Read More
2020-12-24 14:04
“Tara,” is a four-year-old Flat-Coated Retriever owned by Mary Pat Corrigan of Flint Hill, VA. Born into an elite family, Tara’s mother won her breed at the Westminster Ken… Read More
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