2023 Archives - Page 16 of 74

UF conducts first open-heart surgery on dog in U.S.

Gainesville, FL – The first dog to undergo life-saving open heart surgery in the U.S. is expected to live, after receiving the inaugural operation at the University of Florida’s College of Veterinary Medicine. The 12-year-old miniature poodle, named George, spent seven hours on the operation table and a week in the intensive care unit. Continue reading “UF conducts first open-heart surgery on dog in U.S.”

From abandoned dog to National Champion

Opelika, Al. – It’s not uncommon to see a dog loving their time in the pool. Well Lucy May McDaniel’s trusty dog, named Chicken, is well known for the way she gets into the pool. Continue reading “From abandoned dog to National Champion”

Boone County Sheriff’s new K-9 helps rescue man

BOONE, IA – The family of a man who went missing in a cornfield is grateful for the new Boone County Sheriff’s Office K-9 that helped rescue him. Continue reading “Boone County Sheriff’s new K-9 helps rescue man”

Apex family claims their ‘puggle’ dog is the oldest in America

Apex, NC – An Apex family claims their dog, a pug-beagle mix, is the oldest “puggle” in America. Continue reading “Apex family claims their ‘puggle’ dog is the oldest in America”

Stolen dog reunited with owner after 40-mile police chase ends in crash

CASTLE ROCK, Colo. – A dog that was part of a scary ride is now back with its owner thanks to the quick work of two Douglas County women. Continue reading “Stolen dog reunited with owner after 40-mile police chase ends in crash”

Meet Grady, Buffalo Grove P.D.’s new therapy dog

BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. – The Buffolo Grove Police Department is welcoming its newest member, a therapy dog. Continue reading “Meet Grady, Buffalo Grove P.D.’s new therapy dog”

‘She’s a great companion’: Canmore man and his dog are ‘bikepacking’ around the world

Canmore, Canada – John Freeman and his six-year-old dog Mira are driving south to finish their trip through Mexico then onto South America. The two are set to conquer the North and South American leg of their goal to bikepack in seven continents. Continue reading “‘She’s a great companion’: Canmore man and his dog are ‘bikepacking’ around the world”