The annual Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade — now in its 27th year — gives us the guarantee of canines in their holiday best. Continue reading “Tompkins Square Halloween Dog Parade: See photos of pets in their costumes”
Category: October 2017
Dogs and owners get into the spirit of ‘howl-a-woof’
Canines of all shapes and sizes descended on the Bark Park in Commissioners Park to seek out treats in the “bone yard,” participate in a costume contest and meet up with fellow furry friends. Continue reading “Dogs and owners get into the spirit of ‘howl-a-woof’”
Puppy dog eyes are for the benefit of humans, scientists find
It has long been assumed that animal facial expressions are involuntary and dependent on emotional state rather than a way to communicate. Continue reading “Puppy dog eyes are for the benefit of humans, scientists find “
Dog vs wild boar fights in Indonesia prompt calls to end ‘traditional’ sport
‘Not only is it extreme animal cruelty, but it debases us as humans to promote such barbarity as fun’. Continue reading “Dog vs wild boar fights in Indonesia prompt calls to end ‘traditional’ sport”
Hero dog refuses to leave his family’s eight goats; protects herd and baby deer from California Wildfires
“We lost a million dollars worth of property; I don’t really care, we can replace all that. I just want my animals safe,” Hendel told ABC News. Continue reading “Hero dog refuses to leave his family’s eight goats; protects herd and baby deer from California Wildfires”
These 19 states are cracking down on fake service dogs
Supporters of the new laws compare those misbehaving dog owners to people who acquire handicap signs so they can park in spaces intended for disabled people. Continue reading “These 19 states are cracking down on fake service dogs”
Dogs graduate from SCI-Greene inmate service dog training program
Inmates are making meaningful contributions to society from behind bars by training puppies for work as service dogs through a program at the State Correctional Institution at Greene. Continue reading “Dogs graduate from SCI-Greene inmate service dog training program”
California becomes first US state to ban sales of dogs from puppy mills
A new law signed on Friday means that pet stores are required to work with animal shelters or rescue operations if they want to sell dogs, cats or rabbits. Continue reading “California becomes first US state to ban sales of dogs from puppy mills”
Walt Disney World will finally welcome dogs at (some) hotels
Travelers will be limited to two dogs per room, and dogs will be required to be leashed in public areas and have the proper vaccinations. Continue reading “Walt Disney World will finally welcome dogs at (some) hotels”
Dog owners walk the Lights
Dog lovers gathered in their thousands to head down Blackpool Promenade in a show of support for blind and partially sighted people in the resort. Continue reading “Dog owners walk the Lights”
