Sussex, New Brunswick, is gearing up for the Agility Association of Canada’s National Agility Championships, which run August 7 through 10.
Among the events planned are Nationals Pre-Qualifier rounds (standard, jumpers, gamblers); Rally Obedience Trial; Nationals Rounds (Standard 1, Jumpers 1) and Steeplechase 1; Nationals Rounds (Standard 2, Gamblers 1) and Steeplechase 2; Nationals “Maritime Kitchen Party” Banquet; Nationals rounds (Jumpers 2, [...]

The Golden Retriever is one of those quintessential dogs. They’ve got big hearts and gentle demeanors, so it’s no wonder that the breed is so darn popular.
The latest news only makes this sweet, dreamy dog seem even more appealing.
A Golden at a southeast Kansas zoo recently adopted three tiger cubs abandoned by their mother. It [...]

While doing research for a story I’m working on, I discovered that people who love dogs have a lot of career options that can include day to day interaction with four-legged friends.
Beyond the obvious career choices, such as veterinarian, vet technician, alternative medicine vet, research vet, animal behaviorist, pet therapist, trainer, pet sitter, groomer, day [...]

Nick at Nite is hosting the first annual Worldwide Fido Awards, which will be televised on Sunday, July 27, and Monday, July 28.
This event is a chance for dog owners across the planet to who off their canine companion’s talents in categories such as Cutest Dog, Best Dressed, Best Voice, Most Outrageous, Best Trick and [...]

In honor of Milk-Bone’s 100th anniversary, they are holding a Milk-Bone Moment contest, the winner of which could receive a new digital camera or a $100k contract as the new Milk-Bone SpokesDog.
There is no purchase necessary to win, and the contest ends September 18, 2008 at 11:59:59 PM CT.
To enter and be eligible to win, you must [...]

In Paler, Alaska, there’s a growing problem with pets being caught in traps or snares set for wild animals.
In the case of Andre, a large mixed breed, he lost most of the lower half of his left legs after getting caught in an animal trap or snare.
Alaska isn’t as wild as it used to be, [...]

The Animal Planet Expo hits Salt Lake City, Utah, July 19 and 20, and is sure to be lots of fun for both two- and four-legged animals.
The FREE Expo features:

Animal House / R.O.A.R. for Wildlife, where you can get up close and personal with live animals.

Bug House, where you can experience the world of butterflies, [...]

When it comes to dangerous dogs, I blame the owners, not the canines.
Before you shake your head and say to yourself, “Well, she must have never gotten bit by a dog before,” you can save your breath, because I have. I was bit on the buttock by a doberman when I was a child, and [...]

Things in Boulder, Colorado, have gotten even greener since the City debuted a public transportation pilot project that’s gone to the dogs.
Dogs ride free on HOP 2 Chautauqua, a dog-friendly bus route from downtown Boulder to a popular foothills trail head frequented by hikers and their canine companions. The goal is to expand the project [...]

It turns out bigger might really be better after all. According to a study conducted by researchers Deborah Duffy and James Serpell of the University of Pennsylvania’s Center for the Interaction of Animals and Society, and Yuying Hsu of the National Taiwan Normal University, it seems that the smaller the dog, the more snap.
The researchers [...]