As of 2020, there are eight dog breeds native to Ireland that are currently recognized by the American Kennel Club. These Irish dog breeds have storied histories in their homeland and abroad, and they run the size gamut from miniature to massive. Two Irish breeds were even among 1878’s nine charter breeds first recognized by the AKC […]
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In light of yesterday’s announcement by the AKC that the French Bulldog is now the most popular dog in America, it’s a good time to showcase the history of this little but mighty breed. As we discuss the history of the French Bulldog, we should note the importance of three countries: England, France and America.
NEW YORK (AP) — For the first time in three decades, the U.S. has a new favorite dog breed, according to the American Kennel Club. Adorable in some eyes, deplorable in others, the sturdy, push-faced, perky-eared, world-weary-looking and distinctively droll French bulldog became the nation’s most prevalent purebred dog last year, the club announced Wednesday.
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Anyone interested in fostering one of the dogs can fill out this form. Donations can be made directly with Riverview rescue at riverviewrescues@gmail.com. They can also be reached directly via their site. Riverview Rescues An Ottawa Valley woman has been charged with animal cruelty after 38 dogs were found in what the head of a local
Reposted from Military.com Working dogs are an integral part of modern military life, but dogs have been accompanying humans into combat since before recorded history. Alexander the Great’s dog, Peritas, took down a charging elephant. An unnamed Newfoundland rescued Napoleon during his escape from exile on the Isle of Elba. The Dog of Robert the Bruce (yes that
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They are supposed to be mortal enemies, but a dog is being credited with saving the life of a cat left in a carrier during a snowstorm. A Burlington resident was walking her dog on Feb. 27 at the end Hidden Valley Road, a dead end street. It was starting to get dark and a
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Source: PetMD “My dog ate weed—now what?” You’re not alone in asking this question. According to a veterinary study in Colorado, incidences of marijuana intoxication in dogs increased dramatically following the drug’s legalization in areas across the US and Canada. “An increasing number of pets are being diagnosed with marijuana toxicity,” says Dr. Jim D. Carlson, a holistic veterinarian
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Source: Global news An Edmonton woman said her little dog was running around in the Edmonton Grads park off-leash dog area near 109 Avenue and 121 Street this past weekend, when the dog started acting odd and had trouble breathing. After rushing her to the vet, it turns out the dog ingested methamphetamine, opioids and THC. The dog
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Rescue dogs who were part of the recovery efforts following the recent earthquakes in Turkey have been treated to first class and business travel on their journey home, courtesy of Turkish Airlines. A spokesperson for the national flag carrier told The Independent that it was “the least we could do to show our appreciation for these heroic dogs’ sincere and heroic
1. The loudest bark by a group of dogs Based on Guinness World Records the loudest dog bark measured is 124 decibels and was produced by 76 dogs in an event organized by Petmate, in Washington Park, Colorado, US on 7 November 2009. The event was organized to help raise food for local dog rescue
