Therapy dogs are helping travelers reduce stress at the Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport, where certified therapy teams regularly visit the terminal to provide comfort and companionship.
The NHL is bringing back its popular Stanley Pup special on June 8, combining hockey excitement with a mission to promote pet adoption. The family-friendly program features rescue dogs in a playful competition inspired by the Stanley Cup Final.
The American Kennel Club is hosting AKC Celebrates USA 250, a three-day festival at the Philadelphia Navy Yard marking the United States’ 250th anniversary.
A celebrity dog in China with over 1.5 million social media followers was reportedly stolen, sold for about $26, and later killed and eaten, according to reports.
The Iredell County Sheriff’s Office has introduced a unique new member to its K-9 unit: Waldo, a Goldendoodle specially trained to detect illegal drugs inside the county detention center in North Carolina.
A dog abandoned outside Lorain Skate World in Ohio has become the focus of an animal cruelty investigation after surveillance video showed a vehicle dropping him off and driving away while he chased after it.
A Bowie, Maryland family is seeking answers after their 2-year-old Bernedoodle died while boarding at Dogwood Acres Pet Retreat in Davidsonville, Maryland.
An American Airlines flight from Nashville to Washington, D.C., was met by emergency crews at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport after a service dog on board had an in-flight accident.
A military veteran from Iowa has been reunited with his service dog, Mal’i, after a five-day search that captured the attention of the Jacksonville community in Florida.
Hundreds of dogs and their owners gathered at Chewy Bark Park in Coral Gables, Florida, where Chewy set a new Guinness World Records title for the largest dog pool party.
Military working dog Eerek, a decorated explosives detection canine, is set to retire in 2027 after years of service. He recently received the K-9 York Award, the U.S. Army’s highest honor for military working dogs.
Honey, a German shepherd puppy who survived a devastating car accident, made a surprise appearance at Iowa State University’s College of Veterinary Medicine commencement ceremony.
A Phoenix veteran is urgently searching for his missing dog, Tinkerbell, a 12-year-old chiweenie with a serious heart condition who has been without her medication since disappearing earlier this month.
Pet owners and their dogs gathered on Madison Avenue in New York for “Shop With Your Dog Day,” an event aimed at raising awareness of the Caring Canines therapy-dog program and supporting initiatives at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
The Pflugerville Police Department in Texas has introduced K9 Pflash, a 3-year-old black Labrador retriever trained to detect hidden electronic devices that may contain evidence in criminal investigations.
Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office celebrated the graduation of a new class of therapy dogs trained to support victims and first responders across South Florida.
Hyannis police officers in Massachusetts rescued a dog from a burning Cape Cod home earlier this week, according to body camera footage released by the department.
The Hollidaysburg Police Department in Pennsylvania has introduced a new narcotics detection K-9, a 20-month-old German short-haired pointer named Dea.
At Madison STEAM Academy in Indiana, staff are closing out the school year alongside a well-loved member of the school community—an emotional support dog named Truly.
A puppy once found malnourished and abandoned while tied to a pole in Tennessee has transformed into a certified explosive-detection K-9 after being adopted by a Metro Nashville police sergeant.
The Memorial Classic Cluster dog show brought more than 200 breeds to the Lawrence County Fairgrounds in New Castle, Pennsylvania, during its six-day run over Memorial Day week.
Dozens of Great Danes gathered at Friendship Village Healthcare Center on Saturday to fulfill a hospice patient’s wish for a visit from the beloved breed.
Police in Nevada have rescued 114 dogs from an overcrowded RV following a months-long animal abuse investigation, with two suspects now facing over 100 charges.
A Stockton University police K-9 team has captured a national championship after earning a perfect score in an explosives detection competition against more than 100 law enforcement agencies from across the country.
A woman has died after being mauled by two dogs owned by a neighbor in an early-morning attack on Blue Bonnet Drive in Brevard County, Florida, according to authorities.
The York County Sheriff’s Office in Pennsylvania has officially welcomed K9 Mason, a new bloodhound puppy trained for search and rescue operations, as longtime K-9 Prince retires from service.
A 14-year-old mixed-breed dog named Daisy is currently being cared for at the SPCA of Brevard in Brevard County, Florida, where she is awaiting adoption into a new home.
Tiki, the once-timid chihuahua mix surrendered to the ASPCA in New York, is adjusting to life with his new family in Massachusetts after going viral on social media.
The Roanoke community gathered Sunday at Oakey’s Funeral Service to honor Ragnar, a golden retriever who served as a therapy dog for grieving families and died in early May after a battle with cancer.
A Chicago family has been reunited with their missing dog nearly two years after he disappeared from their backyard, thanks to a microchip that helped animal control identify his owners.
Washington Nationals have introduced Natty, an 8-week-old Golden Retriever–Labrador mix, who will make his MLB debut at Nationals Park during Friday’s game against the Orioles.
The town of Penobscot is home to Maine’s only Toss and Fetch team, part of an international canine Frisbee competition league where dogs earn points by catching flying discs within a 60 second round.
Three severely neglected dogs are recovering in the care of the Animal Rescue League of New Hampshire after being rescued from what officials described as one of the worst neglect cases they have encountered.
At Albany International Airport two therapy dogs are drawing attention for an unusual talent that goes beyond calming anxious travelers they can solve math problems