Travel is ruff. This reality hit Lindsey Vonn’s loyal companion, Lucy the dog, hard when she decided to travel to Pyeongchang, South Korea, with her athletic owner for the Olympic Winter Games. Already a long flight, Vonn and Lucy’s trip from the United States to South Korea was dragged on even longer due to flight

If you have a hairy dog, make sure to ask the groomer for a “hygiene clip.” By: Lindasay Ever noticed how things come in 3s? This is something I’ve remarked on recently, but it happened again during today’s consultations. This time there were 3 dogs each with a pain in the butt — or, more

Screenshot from the Gravy Train website, Feb. 8, 2018. WJLA-TV, an ABC affiliate out of Washington, D.C., tonight announced the results of its months-long investigation into pet food, and the results are “explosive,” according to reporter Lisa Fletcher. The investigation team says it discovered traces of pentobarbital, a powerful sedative often used as a euthanasia

Seven years ago Nicole Grimes of West Brownsville, Pennsylvania, had to say goodbye to her best friend. Then 14 years old, Grimes was forced to give up her dog Chloe, who was picked out for her by her late grandmother, because her father, who worked from home, found the dog too distracting, reports the Observer-Reporter. Upset

Even on her way home from surgery to remove a potentially cancerous tumor last week, Chi Chi, a golden retriever therapy dog, was still smiling. Her owner Elizabeth Howell says, “It’s amazing when I picked her up she was still under meds but just smiling and happy to be riding in the car to go

We’ve seen dogs riding the subway in makeshift bags. We’ve also seen a dog riding a tricycle. Not to mention dogs riding other dogs piggyback in the pool. One impressive pooch we know even rode out a tornado! But never have we ever seen a dog riding on top of a one-eyed pony, let alone a

Tracheal collapse is the narrowing of the windpipe that prevents dogs from breathing easily. By: skeeze Many small-breed dogs suffer from a syndrome called collapsing trachea. To understand this problem, try to visualize the trachea (windpipe); the breathing tube is held rigid by cartilage rings. Think of an empty tube with a slinky toy inside

A recent study caused waves in the pet world when it suggested that dogs might have an intelligence edge over cats, but don’t jump to conclusions so quickly. Quite a few other studies have shown that dogs don’t have great mathematical abilities, especially in comparison to wolves. Meanwhile, other less traditionally “smart” animals like fish

This one is for those celeb-obsessed dog owners out there. For Wes Anderson’s newest film, the whimsical director is creating a new stop-motion animated feature. Instead of focusing on the fantastic lives of foxes, this one is going to the dogs. Isle of Dogs takes place in a dystopian future in Japan, where the nation’s

After two dog deaths following grooming appointments around the holiday season, PetSmart is in hot water yet again. According to KTRK, who reported the story, a Houston PetSmart groomer has been fired by the store, after a customer caught the employee abusing a client’s dog on camera. Terah Leder walked into the store and noticed

Puppies have had the spotlight for too long! It’s time for the big dogs to get a shot. This year, on Feb. 3, Animal Planet is premiering the first-ever Dog Bowl. The pooch-packed event is similar to Puppy Bowl, but instead of baby dogs on the field, the gridiron is full of dogs over the

Cavalier King Charles spaniels are at risk for both dry eye and curly coat syndrome. By: Alexas_Fotos It tickles at the back of my mind to one day test my dog’s DNA, just out of curiosity, you understand (mingled with pug and beagle, maybe a touch of monkey?). There are even test kits on Amazon

The Internet’s feathers are ruffled over a recent story about an emotional support peacock that was barred from a United Airlines flight out of Newark. The airline has responded with its side of what happened, but the news still left many wondering what is an emotional support animal and how did a peacock end up

Yes, you read that right: A dog named Ryder, who lives with his owner Michael Haddock and family in Saugatuck, Michigan, received a letter from the State of Michigan Unemployment Insurance Agency on Saturday, reports WZZM13 ABC News. Ryder apparently qualifies for $360 per week in unemployment funds. The official document is addressed to “Michael

Female dogs might be just a bit daintier, no? By: FMCreative I’ve grown up with female dogs in the family since I was a kid. So as soon as I was out on my own, I naturally defaulted to rescuing an adorable female pit bull named Annabelle. Each of the female dogs in my life

Ugh. Is it still January? Not for much longer, but this frigid weather isn’t going away for a while. Here’s a heartwarming, almost unbelievable, scene that should defrost even the coldest and crankiest of viewers. In the video filmed by veterinary nurse Brittany Semeniuk and another wildlife photographer last November in Manitoba, Canada, a wild

Good news for customers and fans (including their pups!) of on-demand dog walking service Wag!: One of the most popular pet startups in the country is only getting bigger and better. On Tuesday, the No.1 dog walking and boarding mobile app announced a $300 million investment from the SoftBank Vision Fund, according to a company

Matthew Antoine has a gold and a bronze Olympic medal hanging from his wall, but it’s dog Dixie who might get more recognition. The Team USA skeleton racer, who will be competing in 2018’s Winter Olympic Games, started an Instagram account in 2013 that was quickly taken over by his dog, a golden retriever named

There are a lot of ways we can relate to pets. They’re smart, funny and do some crazy things. But there is no area more relatable than just trying to get 5 minutes of peace when you have a puppy. All parents know what a challenge it can be to raise kids and keep them

Pets need humans to recognize signs of pain and bring them to the vet. By: 825545 Ultrasounds, CT scans, MRIs, telemedicine consults, genetic testing — we’ve come a long way, baby! While vets can offer our 4-legged patients a world of advanced medicine and technology, don’t underestimate the oldest tool out there: the physical exam.

Humans have changed the world in countless ways — and among them is the evolution of dog ears. Similar to how canine breeds come in a variety of sizes from mini doberman doggos to big St. Bernard round boys, dogs also have many different ear shapes. Their relatives, wild animals like the coyote and the

It’s the biggest competition on four legs! Animal Planet’s “Puppy Bowl XIV” kicks off Feb. 4 at 3 p.m. EST. But why wait to experience all the puppy power? Adorable (and adoptable!) players from Team Ruff and Team Fluff graced the PEOPLE Now studios on Tuesday morning, accompanied by referee Dan Schachner. “We’ve got special needs

Pet sitters generally want to just help their clients out. By: YamaBSM Pet sitting is super rewarding. You can meet new people, learn new things and spend your time with animals of all kinds. You can also develop special relationships with clients that can last years — or even a lifetime. Sadly, some relationships don’t

Pigs and puppies, living together, mass hysteria! More like massively adorable. We squealed with delight upon viewing this heartwarming video of a mother pig in Korat, Thailand, nursing a cute little canine alongside her own biological babies. The video, which was filmed on Jan. 18, was uploaded to Youtube on Sunday and we predict animal

Longhaired dogs’ coats have endless possibilities when it comes to grooming. By: Chris Phutully Depending on how you look at it, having a longhaired dog can feel either like a hairstylist’s dream or like an at-home groomer’s nightmare. Your tolerance level for daily brushings and frequent baths probably leans you more one way or the

1. Key Characteristics AKC Group: Working Height: 28–36 inches Weight: 140–175 pounds for males; 110–140 pounds for females Life Expectancy: 7–10 years Great Danes are among the world’s tallest breeds. Their short, thick coats can be brindle, fawn, blue, black, harlequin (irregular black or merle patches) or mantle. 2. Where They Came From While some

Smokey the dog might have nine lives, too. The canine was found stuck in a burning building in Atlanta by two police officers, who went on to save the dog’s life. According to 11Alive.com, Officers Robert Winkler and Austin Denninger of the Atlanta Police Department responded to a call about a fire at a vacant apartment

Hey there! I’m Leo, and I’m Jessie Diggins’ training partner! I live in Afton, Minnesota, with Jessie’s family. She’s been pretty busy racing World Cups all over Europe and getting ready to compete in the 2018 PyeongChang Olympic Winter Games as cross-country skier for Team USA, so I’m going to step in here and ghost

Fat Tuesday isn’t just for the furless — pets love to celebrate, too. Each year in Mandeville, Louisiana, local canines gather together for the Mardi Paws Parade. Every dog is welcome to attend this celebration of canine couture and revelry; this year it’s on Feb. 18 with the theme “Fables, Fairy Tales and Nursery Rhymes.”

You get a stain removal secret! And you get a stain removal secret! We all get stain removal secrets! We have talked about dog poop on PEOPLE before, but never quite like this. For Vanity Fair‘s Secret Talent Theatre video series, THE Oprah Winfrey got real and shared her tried-and-true tips for removing dog poop