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Almost Impossible Trivia for 6/17/13

Skeeter Nash — Mon, 17 Jun 2013 15:17:30 +0000

Congratulations to Gloria Delagarza of Victoria! She knew the answer to today’s Almost Impossible Trivia Question, and won a couple of yummy Jack In The Box Tacos! Q: According to CNN, in 3/4 of divorces, the woman gets to keep this…what? A: The family pet! Listen weekday mornings at 8:20 for your chance to answer [...]

A Pets Ten Commandments

Rob Garrett — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:46:50 +0000

This really makes me want to get a dog. Here are a Pets Ten Commandments A PETS TEN COMMANDMENTS: 1. My life is likely to last 10-15 years. Any separation from you is likely to be painful. 2. Give me time to understand what you want of me. 3. Place your trust in me. It [...]

Carrie Underwood Rescues Abandoned Dog

Amy Sciarretto — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:00:43 +0000

Kellie Pickler isn’t the only former ‘American Idol‘ contestant and blonde country star with an animal-friendly heart. Country queen Carrie Underwood bravely rescued an abandoned Labrador the day before New Year’s Eve (Dec. 30) while driving back to Nashville after visiting her family.

Wildfire Victims And Their Pets Need Your Help

Joe Bob — Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:56:03 +0000

The wildfires that have scarred the Texas landscape are indeed a tradgedy of epic proportion. Those of us who don’t live in or near one of the burnt areas need to help the people who aren’t so fortunate. Also, let’s not forget our four legged friends that have been displaced. Here is what you can do. TODAY [...]

Dogs or Cats? What Your Pet Preference Says About You

Amory Gritta — Wed, 06 Jul 2011 21:22:06 +0000

Even if it's raining cats and dogs, don't expect the same reaction from everyone.

According to data from Hunch collected in an infographic by Column Five Media, cat people tend to be urban dwellers, prefer petsitting over babysitting, and value ironic humor, while dog lovers are more likely to have kids, be outdoorsy people, and name Paul as their favorite Beatle.

San Francisco Considering Banning Sales of All Pets

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 29 Jun 2011 13:30:39 +0000

A proposal to ban all pets sales in San Francisco is being considered by the city’s Board of Supervisors.

According to those who have proposed the ban, the rational behind it is twofold. It would encourage San Franciscans to adopt animals from shelters and rescue organization, and it would put an end to what animal rights activists claim are inhumane conditions in puppy mills and kitten factories.

Dyeing Dogs — A Trend Sweeping Asia?

Shauna Wright — Fri, 24 Jun 2011 13:30:57 +0000

You may not actually own a baby panda, but with the right dog and a little dye, you can fool people into thinking you do.

As recently as 10 years ago, dogs were raised as food in Taiwan. But now many Chinese see that as a shameful reminder of a less-prosperous time and are embracing man’s best friends as companions, instead.

Man Arrested After Performing Drunk, Naked Surgery on His Dog

Jeremy Taylor — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 12:30:56 +0000

While there’s never really a good time to perform surgery on one’s pet, it’s safe to say the worst time you can possibly make this poor decision is after a long night of drinking.

Meet Stewart Gibbs, who got really drunk and then tried to use a kitchen knife to remove a cyst behind his Doberman’s ear.

Dog Tries to Play Fetch With Lazy Twin Babies [VIDEO]

Stephen Lenz — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:30:54 +0000

When this dog was a puppy, he was playing fetch like it was his birth right. Meanwhile, all these babies want to do is sit by the pool on their weak, underdeveloped muscles, sucking on their fingers like they’re covered in Similac. Come on babies, doggie wants to play! [Buzzfeed] Read Original: Dog Tries to [...]

Trace Adkins Speaks Out After House Fire

Jeff Giles — Wed, 15 Jun 2011 11:00:19 +0000

If you lost your home in a fire, you probably wouldn’t be in the mood to joke about it with a room full of reporters – but then, you’re probably not multi-platinum-selling country singer Trace Adkins, who kicked off a recent press conference with a simple “My house burned down.”

Adkins, whose next album is scheduled for release in August, was traveling when the fire happened, but his wife and children were home – so a lot of his good humor comes from the fact that they (and the family’s puppies) made it out safely.

People More Interested in Pets Than Money in a Divorce: Survey

Amory Gritta — Thu, 09 Jun 2011 11:30:22 +0000

Fido has some real pull.

A new survey of 1,500 pet owners in the US by petMD has revealed some interesting facts.

Dog With Two Broken Legs Crawls Home Three Weeks After Tornado [VIDEO]

Amory Gritta — Sat, 28 May 2011 18:45:36 +0000

It's not just the human spirit that can show amazing resiliency in times of crisis.

A dog named Mason who was blown out of his home when a tornado tore through North Smithfield, Alabama on April 27 crawled back three weeks later. And we do mean crawled.

Book Says Nazis Tried to Recruit Talking Dogs, Plus Other Pooches Chatting [VIDEO]

Amory Gritta — Thu, 26 May 2011 14:00:36 +0000

In addition to taking over the human race, Hitler was also intent on running the animal kingdom, according to new research.

The research claims Nazis wanted to train dogs to speak, read and spell.

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Dog Walks on Front Paws While He Takes Care of Business [VIDEO]

Amory Gritta — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 12:30:27 +0000

Is your old dog in need of some new tricks?

If so, you'll want to check out the amazingly adorable Harley, who has discovered an incredible way to, you know, do his business.

In the video after the jump, Harley is filmed going "tee-tee" outside in the grass -- a huge accomplishment for any dog owner. The trick is, he proceeds to walk on his front paws as he does it.

The Guiltiest Dogs on The Web [VIDEOS]

Amory Gritta — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 11:00:20 +0000

Is there anything sadder than a guilty dog? Especially one that’s just gotten his or her nose figuratively “rubbed in it?” Here are some adorably pathetic dogs who don’t even need to be disciplined because they’ve already punished themselves enough. Source of guilt: stolen cookies Source of guilt: chewed up a roll of tape Source [...]

Dusty, The Real Life Cat Burglar [VIDEO]

Amory Gritta — Thu, 17 Feb 2011 13:30:35 +0000

When one hears the words “cat burglar”, one might imagine a stealthy, nimble thief making his way into high rises to steal away the valuables of the well to do owner and vanishing off into the night. In this case, the words are literal. This is a cat. That burgles. Dusty, klepto kitty extraordinaire, has [...]

Country Stars And Their Favorite Animals

Amory Gritta — Fri, 21 Jan 2011 19:44:03 +0000