The Twitterverse is in chaos today over a study published in the December, 2018 issue of Learning and Behavior, entitled “In what sense are dogs special? Canine cognition in comparative context” (Lea, S.E.G. & Osthaus, B. Learn Behav (2018) 46: 335. https://doi.org/10.3758/s13420-018-0349-7) Continue reading Say It Ain’t So!
Category Archives: Dog News
RIP Mischief
Long-time readers of this blog may remember my friend’s dog, Mischief, who ate at least one couch with his brother, Mayhem. I’m sad to report that Mischief crossed the rainbow bridge this morning. Continue reading RIP Mischief
Major Biden
The Delaware Humane Association is pleased to announce the adoption of Major by Vice President Joe Biden and his wife, Jill. The couple fell in love with the dog after fostering him in their home.
According to the Delaware Humane Association Facebook page, “Major was 1 of 6 puppies who were brought to DHA after coming in contact with something toxic in their home. Their original owner was unable to afford veterinary care so they surrendered. With the help of our friends at VSCD, together we provided lifesaving care, shared their story here and that we were looking for fosters for them. Joe Biden caught wind of them and the rest is history!”
What a great start to the holiday season!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Prayers for K-9 Dixie
We here at doggies.com and breeders.net wish her the best!
This Chihuahua is a Hero
Pet Leasing Industry Sued
On Monday, the Animal Legal Defense Fund and the Humane Society of the United States sent a complaint to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) urging it to investigate the harmful pet leasing industry for deceiving consumers. The complaint asks the FTC to investigate Wags Lending and associated pet stores for deceptive practices that lead consumers into signing leases for pets they believe they are purchasing. The complaint also asks the FTC to investigate the practices of Monterey Financial Services, which collects lease payments from Wags Lending’s customers. Continue reading Pet Leasing Industry Sued
3-D Printed Skull
Unacceptable!
Helping Dogs Left Homeless by the CA Wildfires
(Video courtesy ABC7 News.)
Looking for a way to help dogs rescued from the California wildfires? Look no further! The video lists needed supplies, but if you’re not in the area, I’m sure they’d appreciate cold, hard cash, as well!
Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!
Todd, the Hero Golden Retriever
The NY Post recently featured details from a Facebook post put up originally by Paula Godwin of Anthem, Arizona. Seems her Golden Retriever puppy, Todd, jumped in front of a rattlesnake, taking the bite for Paula. Continue reading Todd, the Hero Golden Retriever