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French Bulldog thefts are on the rise. Many heartless people are stealing dogs from innocent families in an attempt to resell them. Lady Gaga’s Frenchies were just a few of the many dog victims in recent years. Now, another dog parent witnessed a similar situation, but something isn’t adding up. Rachel Avery from West Hollywood,

A rescue dog named Rue not only changed her adopter’s life but also inspired a lively musical that celebrates pet adoption. About 10 years ago, animal control officers found the tiny Chihuahua mix wandering the streets of West Virginia. The extremely underweight stray landed in a high-kill shelter before a volunteer drove her to the

K-9 Grimm, a German Shepherd Dog who served the Andover Police Department in Massachusetts for a decade, was tragically diagnosed with terminal lung cancer this month. Rather than have him suffer through the painful disease, his handler made the difficult choice to have him put peacefully to sleep. Sgt. Mickey Connor, Grimm’s handler, had worked

In many cultures, there’s a wedding tradition that the groom isn’t supposed to see the bride in her dress before the actual ceremony. That typically makes for a happy, tear-inducing “first look” moment, when the groom finally turns and sees his beautiful future wife. Hana, a photographer from Oregon, knew she wanted that precious “first

If you didn’t grow up in an area they inhabit, you might be surprised to learn how large wild turkeys actually are. Adult male turkeys can be three to three-and-a-half feet tall, which is very intimidating to a foot-tall dog. So, when a viral TikTok video opens on a group of four turkeys closing in

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. When we adopted our rescue Pepper last year, our household was all in on her energy and playfulness. She’s an Australian Cattle Dog mix, so we knew from day one that we’d have our work cut out for us when it came to entertaining this adorable little beastie.

Roo, a Yellow Lab, was taking a routine walk with his mom in Chicago on a January day when he suddenly cried out in pain. At first, the dog’s mom thought he had some salt in his paw, a common winter occurrence. But there was something weirder going on at the corner of Diversey Parkway

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. If we could have looked into a crystal ball two years ago, who would have dreamed we’d be strapped to this wild Coronacoaster? And could we have anticipated that this would be the golden age for our beloved cats and

Giving CBD to your dachshund for the first time can be confusing and intimidating. Over the last 5 years, CBD has exploded unto the scene, with my low quality brands popping up to make a quick buck. How can you determine whether a CBD product is safe and effective for your dachshund? We’ve created this

We all make mistakes, but it’s much better when they turn into a silly story rather than a tragic tale. When a woman picked up the wrong dog from the groomer, she was furious at first. But now, her situation has gone viral for being humorous. Tykesha Cherry picked up her Maltese/Poodle mix from a

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. As our pets get older, joint pain and other issues often appear, causing discomfort and threatening to slow them down. The joint supplement Cosequin has recently exploded in popularity, but another supplement, called Dasuquin, isn’t far behind. Cosequin and Dasuquin

Huge congratulations go to Unity, a German Shepherd who recently gave birth to a litter of 16 healthy puppies. This big litter is actually the largest born through the Guide Dogs UK breeding program in its 60-year history. According to the American Kennel Club, the average litter size for German Shepherds is eight puppies. That

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. The popular Meowfia Felt Cat Cave is so soft and beautiful it makes you want to be a cat. The gentle wool, the sophisticated colors, the idea of a toasty hidey-hole. It’s so appealing we wish they made them for humans! But that’s the hard thing about

Many dogs are placed in high-kill shelters every day with little hope for adoption, so Tracy Whyatt stepped in and decided to do something to help. Tracy followed her passion for saving unloved dogs and started a company called Tracy’s Dogs. Tracy and her husband, Scott, load up dogs from overcrowded kill shelters into a

Benji, a homeless dog, had spent his entire live surviving on the streets. He would hide under parked cars for shelter and eat out of trash cans. Over the years, his matted fur became a major concern for him. He was itchy and in pain all the time, but nobody could help him. Image Credit:

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. There is little in this world more exciting (and adorable) than a new puppy. They’re cute, curious, and always learning—which is why puppydom is a great time to introduce your new pal to the routines that will become part of

Some people see a struggling stray dog and don’t give it another thought. Leilani Wong and her husband are not those people. The couple was road-tripping when they stopped at a gas station in Stockton, North Central California. While they were filling up, a stray dog approached their car. The Australian Cattle Dog was filthy,

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. After reviewing the Potaroma Wall Cat Toy and the Potaroma Flopping Fish last fall, Peaty the Orange Tabby returned to TikTok to see what other toys had enamored the app’s cat lovers. That’s where he found the Moody Pet Fling-Ama-String, another popular toy promising hours of feline

BBC presenter and veterinarian Dr. James Greenwood has one of the cutest dogs in the world. His Labrador Retriever named Oliver has only one eye, but that doesn’t stop him from having the happiest little face. Greenwood is proud to show off Oliver because he believes every dog is beautiful. But one stranger ruined Greenwood’s

Damian Aspinall’s work with gorillas started when he and his family founded the Aspinall Foundation in 1992. The Aspinall Foundation worked to increase gorilla numbers by releasing zoo-raised gorillas into their natural habitats. Image Source: The Aspinall Foundation / YouTube In a surprising turn of events, Damian and his wife, Victoria, recently met up with two

A 10-year army veteran named Keith Wade received the Christmas miracle of a lifetime. After hearing the story of a local shelter pup named Baby Girl, Keith knew this was the perfect dog for him. Keith has been through his fair share of challenges throughout his life. His most recent ordeal involved a near-fatal car

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Not a substitute for professional veterinary help. Obesity in dogs is a major problem in the United States. The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP) reports that over half of U.S. dogs are overweight, with approximately 25% of them considered obese. A big part of the problem?

Though Betty White has left us, passing away at the age of 99 on New Year’s Eve 2021, our hearts will never forget the television superstar for her perfect timing and her love of animals. White’s death came just eighteen days short of what would have been her 100th birthday on January 17th. Throughout the

A Labrador Retriever named Coby was famous at the Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio. He became a special staff member as a puppy in 2013. He quickly became an excellent cheetah raiser, taking care of two young cheetahs named Bibi and Zemba. It’s common for zoos to pair dogs with cheetah cubs because they

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Love “Shark Tank”? What’s not to love about watching people bring ideas for products that range from ingenious to … interesting? Here at Rover, we’re naturally queued into “Shark Tank” dog products featured on the ABC show. Cute outfits? Check! Healthy treats? Check! Innovative technology? Check! The

Animal abuse is hard to stomach, but it happens all around the world. Cruelty and neglect are not uncommon, despite how people treat animals differently in different places. Many who intentionally abuse animals are men under 30. Image Source: YouTube / ABC YouTube Video Animal hoarding creates victims among both humans and animals. So what

This post contains affiliate links. Read more here. Pets, they just love to scratch, shed, and chew on our sofas, don’t they? Sometimes having nice things and pets feels like a losing battle—but it doesn’t have to be! We’ve rounded up some of the best pet-friendly couches to keep harmony, and snuggles, in the living

I’ve never met anyone who didn’t find farts to the face funny. But what about baby farts? No one likes it when babies let off gas, but at least then, their diapers create a buffer zone that softens the impact. 🙂 Image Credit: YouTube Video I couldn’t help but laugh as I watched this adorable

What could be better than dog kisses and canine cuddles? These breeds aren’t afraid to show their love for you, in fact, they insist on it! Having one of these breeds means having a personal snuggle machine in your home. If you’ve got space in your bed or on your couch for a cuddle buddy

One morning around 2:00 AM, Dory the St. Bernard woke her family up. She was acting strange in a way that they never had before. Suddenly, she wasn’t feeling like herself – whining and pacing while insisting that her owners not go back to sleep. Eventually, they realized what she had tried to tell them