Staten Island,

NY -

K9 Ultra, a German Shepherd and Dutch Shepherd mix, serves as an explosive detection dog with the United States Coast Guard.

Schenectady,

NY -

The 10th annual New York Dog Film Festival will screen Saturday at 2 p.m. at the GE Theatre at Proctors, featuring a nearly two-hour lineup of 15 dog-themed short films from around the world.

Birmingham,

UK -

The annual Crufts dog show has opened in Birmingham, England, attracting thousands of dogs and competitors from around the world. Organized by The Kennel Club, the event is considered the largest dog show globally and continues to grow in international popularity.

Ashland,

VA -

A dog is being hailed as a hero after helping save a woman found unresponsive outside in freezing temperatures.

Kirbyville,

MO -

A Missouri family has been reunited with their cocker spaniel, Tucker, nearly 11 months after he went missing in March 2025.

St. Cloud,

MN -

A Great Dane puppy is preparing to take over for one of St. Cloud’s most beloved therapy dogs — though she still has some growing up to do.

Sun Valley,

ID -

The Sun Valley Ski Patrol in Idaho recently certified three new avalanche rescue dogs and revalidated two others, preparing them for life-saving mountain missions.

Happy Valley,

OR -

Sweetie, the dog rescued from a muddy water retention pond in Happy Valley, has been cleared by veterinarians and will soon be available for adoption, city officials said Sunday.