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What Shelter Revolution means – Interview with Thomas Cole [Audio]

Every time I’ve visited or volunteered at one of my favorite shelters/rescues, I leave feeling sorry for the dogs, sitting in their cold concrete runs behind steel bars. Looking at you, waiting to be taken out for a walk or to be patted. Dogs and cats kept in cages, barking and whining to get your […]

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The Labrador Retriever

I remember “Prince”, a stunning black Labrador I used to walk in Germany when I was 16. I was in love with this dog and I loved to walk him. He was a dog with high energy, loved to run and play. He was the first Labrador I’d ever met and I have only good […]

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When a dog bites – What do I do?

I told him not to get any closer; the dog was very tense and the signs she was showing were very clear to me. I told the guy in the dog park to leave her alone. But he wouldn’t listen…and 3…2…1… he got bitten by the anxious female Doberman. The guy started screaming after he […]

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Commercials with animals make a greater impact: True or False?

Do you remember the groundbreaking 1960s commercial featuring Mr. Ed, one of the earliest spokesanimals? It isn’t news that advertising agencies and big brand names use animals in their advertisement campaigns and commercials to attract new customers and fans (in print, online and tv); ads with animals seem that much more entertaining. It’s about getting our attention – and they get our […]

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'Sit' is the most well-known – Dog training statistics [Infographic]

A well behaved dog is by far a happier dog! Why? Because a trained dog requires fewer restrictions. Do you agree? Check the Infographic and let us know what you think? Dog Training graphic created by Matt Beswick for Pet365 – a UK supplier of dog beds, collars and coats.

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Pet Names: The Top Ten

Need a name for your puppy, kitten or your new dog or cat? Have you just adopted a dog you love… without being a huge fan of its actual name? Yes, we can change their names without any problems, but which name should you take? I hear lots of funny names for dogs and cats […]

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Kids get involved! – PEP's new program is looking for little stars [Video]

Event today – News at PEP: Erica Callais is the founder of the Pet education project in Shreveport, Louisiana, a non-profit organization dedicated  teaching kids ins & outs of responsible pet ownership. Each month children who have made a positive impact on the lives of animals in their community or pets in their home are […]

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Saving hundreds of stray animals’ lives in Romania – Interview with The Nature Association [Video]

Today we’re going out of the country – we’re even leaving the continent – to talk to a great non-profit organization in Romania, The Nature Association. Founded in 2002 by Carmen Milobendzchi and Roxana Macoviciuc, this organization is dedicated to helping and saving stray animals by providing food, shelter and medical care for over 350 dogs […]

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Los anuncios sospechosos de mascotas en Craigslist contribuyen a la matanza masiva de animales sanos

¿A todos nos encanta Craigslist, verdad? Cuando David y yo llegamos a los Estados Unidos, siempre escuchaba: “busca por Craigslist” o, “pon un anuncio en Craigslist.” Me pareció muy interesante que una plataforma tan simple fuese el sitio web más popular para anuncios de todo tipo. Es muy fácil de navegar, puedes hacer público lo […]

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Which breed makes the best movie dogs? – The most famous movie dogs in history

Which breed is the best for a movie? Is there such a thing? I would say NO. If we think back and just follow the movie industry we can see that many dogs, of many different breeds, have successful careers in movies and television. It all depends on the dog. We’re located in Los Angeles, […]