Month: December 2022

Brilliant Border Collie & His Mom Win World Championship With Sinister Mirror Image Dance

Jessy the Border Collie and his human Elke Boxoen really have the moves. They’ve danced their way through the ranks and claimed titles from top-level dog dancing competitions. And while they’re professionals with a World Champion prize for Freestyle Dance on their record, you can still see they’re having so much fun cutting those rugs!

And once you watch this video of their 2019 FCI DogDancing World Championship, you’ll see why Jessy and Elke are some of the best in show! With the artistry of their mirror image performance, it’s no wonder they claimed first place. Entitled “Once Upon a Time,” Elke and Jessy present the tale of a little girl who’s sometimes good and sometimes naughty, and one day, she comes across a mirror image that seems so friendly…at first!

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Light on Their Talented Feet

Using a mirror frame on wheels, the pair dances in total sync on

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11 Best Raw Dog Food Brands for Papillons

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Many Papillon parents are turning to the best raw dog food brands for Papillons for their pet’s dietary needs. Kibble might be the convenient option, but it often lacks the protein and nutrients that dogs benefit from. Raw dog food is a diet that can help keep your Papillon in shape while also appealing to picky eaters.

However, switching to raw dog food requires some research to make sure you choose a recipe that’s ideal for your Papillon’s needs. Consider your Papillon’s weight, health conditions, allergies, and preferences when deciding what kind of raw food to get them.

Best raw dog food for Papillons

What is Raw Dog Food?

“Raw dog food” usually describes any type of dog food that uses raw, uncooked ingredients, such as meat, organs, bones, fruits, and vegetables. It’s

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11 Best Raw Dog Food Brands for Weimaraners

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Many Weimaraner parents are turning to the best raw dog food brands for Weimaraners for their pet’s dietary needs. Kibble might be the convenient option, but it often lacks the protein and nutrients that dogs benefit from. Raw dog food is a diet that can help keep your Weimaraner in shape while also appealing to picky eaters.

However, switching to raw dog food requires some research to make sure you choose a recipe that’s ideal for your Weimaraner’s needs. Consider your Weimaraner’s weight, health conditions, allergies, and preferences when deciding what kind of raw food to get them.

Best raw dog food for Weimaraners

What is Raw Dog Food?

“Raw dog food” usually describes any type of dog food that uses raw, uncooked ingredients, such as meat, organs, bones, fruits, and vegetables. It’s

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Bear Cub Captured On Camera Taking A Bath In A Puddle With His Tiny Toy Bear

Wouldn’t it be amazing to know how wild animals act in our absence? Well, using current camera technology, we can peer into a slice of the secret animal world. Trail cameras can capture a sliver of what animals are up to, without being too conspicuous.

That’s exactly how an orphaned bear cub named Tamarack, who had escaped from a wildlife rehabilitation center, was captured playing with a toy, while taking a bath in a puddle.

Orphaned Bear
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Tamarack, an orphaned bear cub, had been badly burned in a wildfire. So his paws were being treated by the caring staff at a rehab center. He was wrapping up his stay at Lake Tahoe Wildlife Care when he tunneled underneath an electric fence, and found his way back into the forest. 

He may have left the center a little earlier than his rescuers had intended, but he’s a bear, and he belongs

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Heartwarming Video Shows Unexpected Animals Asking Humans For Help

It can be hard to ask for help, but between humans, it’s easy to understand what someone else needs by talking about it. However, animals aren’t able to ask for help as directly, no matter how much they want to. When an animal seeks assistance from humans, it’s a heartwarming experience, but it takes some time to understand what that creature is trying to say.

In an adorable video from Inside Edition, five animals ask for help in unique ways. Some of them ended up saving lives by doing so. In some cases, it was their own life, but other times, they put another’s safety first.

Elephant Suffers From Bullet Wound

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In 2016, an elephant in Zimbabwe known as “Pretty Boy” was in so much pain that he approached humans to beg for help. He was shot in the head, and the bullet was lodged in the poor animal’s

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Rescued Mama Of 12 Puppies Gets An Epic Birthday Surprise

Bess the dog enjoys walks, hikes, days at the beach, and even road trips. She does not enjoy swimming, though. And as long as you aren’t forcing her into a swim, Bess is one of the happiest dogs you’ll ever meet. Just look at her sweet smile, and you can certainly see her joy.

But this girl had to go through it to get to the good life. And part of her past involves living as a pregnant stray dog on the Tennessee streets. She was just about ready to give birth to twelve puppies when Tracey and John Stewart found Bess. They were prepared to help, but complications arose, sending them to the emergency room.

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Cute Little Dozen Arrives After Trouble

One of the puppies was stuck in the birth canal, blocking the way for her and her siblings, with Tracey explaining, “She was in the canal

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10 Best Dog Collars

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The best dog collars are comfortable to wear, stand up to a pup’s every activity, and last for years. So, before you throw one in your shopping cart just because it’s cute or cheap, check out the collar’s make. You want your furry bestie to be comfy in their favorite accessory, after all!

But have you seen all the dog collars to be found online? Which one of the thousands on thousands is the one your dog needs? While we can’t tell you exactly which collar works for your pup, we’ve made a list of our favorites to narrow your search. As you peruse our list, keep your dog’s size, energy level, on-leash behavior, and overall temperament in mind. Knowing your pup’s needs will help you find

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Grandparents Get Emotional When Tiny Puppy Joins Their Christmas Celebration

It’s hard to resist the sweet little face of a puppy. They’re so adorable that many dog lovers cry tears of joy just looking at them. An elderly couple had the same reaction when the cutest little canine made an appearance at their Christmas celebration.

Veterinary assistant and TikTok user “steacyy_” recently posted a video of herself surprising her grandparents with a new puppy. Her grandparents had the sweetest reactions, and they seemed ready and eager to welcome the new furry friend into their lives.

Grandma excited about puppy
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The Cutest Christmas Surprise

Steacyy_ knew her grandparents would love to have a dog around, so she gathered all the necessary supplies and chose the perfect 8-week-old puppy. Then, in her TikTok video, she showed the moment her beloved family members received their gift.

First, her grandma opened a box that was full of dog supplies. The grandmother turned toward the camera with a

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11 Best Raw Dog Food Brands for Basset Hounds

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Many Basset Hound parents are turning to the best raw dog food brands for Basset Hounds for their pet’s dietary needs. Kibble might be the convenient option, but it often lacks the protein and nutrients that dogs benefit from. Raw dog food is a diet that can help keep your Basset Hound in shape while also appealing to picky eaters.

However, switching to raw dog food requires some research to make sure you choose a recipe that’s ideal for your Basset Hound’s needs. Consider your Basset Hound’s weight, health conditions, allergies, and preferences when deciding what kind of raw food to get them.

Basset Hound eating best raw dog food.

What is Raw Dog Food?

“Raw dog food” usually describes any type of dog food that uses raw, uncooked ingredients, such as meat, organs,

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The 20 Best Durable Toys for Rottweiler

Rottweilers love their toys. And they love destroying them too! So when we asked our I Love My Rottweiler Facebook community which toys, we got hundreds of responses. Below we’ll share a handful of the most popular suggestions on best toys for rottweilers.

The 20 Top Toys for Rottweilers, According to Real Rottweiler Owners

Jolly ball!! He never got through it.

Author: Sheranda Edwards W.

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Black kongs are extra tuff

Author: Scott A.

Likes: 7


My dog loves this thing. It’s on it’s second rotty and they can’t seem to destroy it

Author: Scott C.

Likes: 10


Kong are really strong.

Author: Candy Borges D.

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These are the three that have lived.a kong chew ring, a mamouth tire, large nylabones. Mow dead—. 3 Jolly balls, lawn mower tires, any tug toy most Kong toys can be destroyed in an hour.

Author: Cher W.

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