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WAYLAND, MI – A black lab named Coby from Wayland, Michigan,is one of the finalists for the 2024 Hero Dog Awards presented by American Humane. Continue reading “West Michigan dog in the running for American Humane Hero Dog Award”

PORTLAND, OR – Volunteers from DoveLewis Animal Hospital are enhancing courtroom experiences by introducing therapy dogs, a service provided by Kathy Wentworth for a decade. Continue reading “‘Testifying in a court room is extremely traumatizing’: Mock trial preps volunteer dogs to help victims”

CINCINNATI, OH – The “Running of the Wieners” is an annual race featuring 100 dachshund pups dressed in hot dog bun costumes, held during the Oktoberfest Zinzinnati celebrations. Continue reading “WATCH: 100 wiener dogs race at Oktoberfest Zinzinnati”

Hermitage, PA – A pit bull mix puppy was abandoned at an old radio station in Hermitage, with the incident captured on video and shared on social media. Continue reading “Dog being abandoned in Hermitage caught on video”

Portland, OR – K9 Jacky, a talented explosive detection canine, began her journey at Lackland Air Force Base under the TSA’s guidance, quickly excelling in her training. Continue reading “Meet K9 Jacky: Contender for Hero Dog Awards, Safeguarding the Pacific Northwest”

WORLEY, ID – Firefighters in Worley, Idaho, successfully rescued a puppy named Charlie from a culvert pipe, where he was stuck about 40 feet down. Continue reading “Firefighters in Worley, Idaho, rescue puppy stuck in culvert pipe”

GRAND RAPIDS, MI – Kent County Animal Control has seized three huskies after they attacked and killed a cat named Mrs. P in Grand Rapids.  Continue reading “Three huskies taken away by animal control after they attack cat”

LAS VEGAS, NV- A beloved therapy dog, Snickers, is marking his fifth birthday by giving back to the community. Continue reading “Happy birthday ‘Snickers!’ Therapy dog inspires pet supply drives across the valley”

GASTONIA, N.C. – A Gastonia police K9 named Bo, a 17-month-old bloodhound, is in the running for the American Humane Hero Dog Awards and needs public votes to advance. Continue reading “Gastonia Police K9 needs your vote to win nationwide ‘Hero Dog’ contest”

GREEN BAY, WI – A courageous K9 from Green Bay, Dasty, a 10-year-old Dutch Shepherd, is gaining national recognition as he competes in the American Humane Military Dog Competition. Continue reading “Courageous K9 from Green Bay makes top five for Military Dog Competition”