Guide dog lead visually impaired runner taking on winter half marathon

Service_dog_runnerOn Feb.17, the Labrador retriever guide dog led her owner Daryl Lang through the Edmonton’s Hypothermic Half Marathon in –19 C temperatures.  Continue reading “Guide dog lead visually impaired runner taking on winter half marathon”

A disabled puppy is training for a special task thanks to a veteran paying it forward

disable_dog_trainingThe amazing story between Christy, 36, lost both her legs after an attack overseas and her service dog Moxie, a  puppy like her owner, with a disability.  Continue reading “A disabled puppy is training for a special task thanks to a veteran paying it forward”

Experts warned the Scottie dog could be wiped out in favour of designer breeds

Scottie_dogThe Kennel Club has placed Scotties on its ‘at-risk’ register, after an all-time low of just 438 puppies were registered last year.  Continue reading “Experts warned the Scottie dog could be wiped out in favour of designer breeds”

Shelter ‘marries’ bonded pair of senior dogs to help get them adopted together

dog_marriageThe shelter in Augusta, Maine held a wedding ceremony, completing with a veil for the two dogs. They are bonded, which means they must find a loving home willing to take both of them.  Continue reading “Shelter ‘marries’ bonded pair of senior dogs to help get them adopted together”

Countdown to ‘World’s Most Important Dog Show’ 2019  in Shanghai, China

dogShow_ShanghaiThe World Dog Show 2019 is scheduled to be held in Shanghai from 30 April to 3 May. Hosted by the Fédération Cynologique Internationale (FCI), the largest worldwide dog organization, the competition sees 10,000 dogs enter every year.  Continue reading “Countdown to ‘World’s Most Important Dog Show’ 2019  in Shanghai, China”

Dog was spotted in driving his young charge during the GDLUZ festival in Mexico

dog_in_nes_MexicoA dog was spotted in Guadalajara, Mexico, confidently pushing a young man in a wheelchair through a plaza crowded with people.  Continue reading “Dog was spotted in driving his young charge during the GDLUZ festival in Mexico”