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Loyal Dog Attends Mass, Waits For Late Caretaker

February 18, 2013

(TOUCHING TALE) A dog inside of a church is a rather strange sight, but at the Santa Maria Assunta church in the Italian village of San Donaci, it’s a routine. A seven-year-old German Shepherd named Ciccio has been regularly attending mass at the church that he used to visit with his caretaker for years. The loyal dog was adopted by Maria Margherita Lochi who passed away two months ago. Ever since, he’s been attending mass, faithfully waiting for his human companion to return. Read on to find out more about this touching story. — Global Animal

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Soldier Leaves No Dog Behind

October 25, 2012

(ANIMAL LOVERS) AFGHANISTAN — AFGHANISTAN — A year ago, United States marine Shaun Duling arrived in Afghanistan to begin his year-long deployment. Upon arrival, Duling encountered a malnourished stray dog, living on the camp named Bolt, who eventually became the soldier’s best friend. Unfortunately, their reunited relationship continued for only a short time before Duling was returned to the states. As of this week, Duling has received nearly $4,400 in donations and Bolt is expected to make his trip to Duling’s home in Alexandria, Virginia within the next month. Continue reading to learn their about their plight and donate to Nowzad, the rescue organization that made their reconnection possible. — Global Animal

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Heroic Dog Gives Life To Save Guardian

September 11, 2012

(HEROIC PETS) A dog lost his life last Thursday when he pulled his guardian out of the way of an oncoming train. According to Russian news site Ria Novosti, the 48-year old man sought to end his life by drinking a bottle of vodka and falling asleep on train tracks in the city of Karaganda. Aida Muldashevan, an investigator with the local transport police department, said,  ”Upon seeing the train, the dog started pulling its owner away. When train drivers saw the dog on the rail tracks, they used the emergency brake.” But it was too late. — Global Animal

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Five Dog Friendly U.S. Vacation Spots

June 30, 2012

(PET TRAVEL) Desperately in need of a vacation but can’t stand the thought of leaving Fido behind? Then go somewhere your dog will enjoy as much as you will. Pet friendly hotels and beaches are becoming more common as people start to embrace traveling with pets. Read on for five great travel destinations that will give you and your pet the relaxing and fun vacation you deserve. — Global Animal 

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Finally, A Vacation Website For Dogs!

May 23, 2012

(PET CARE) What to do when you are traveling out of town and can’t bring your dog? Most dog lovers don’t like the idea of leaving their pet caged for hours at a kennel. On the other hand, pet hotels starting at $60+ a night are just too expensive. How about couch surfing, for dogs? A new Santa Monica based website, DogVacay has just the solution! Affordable, overnight dog sitters. The websites allows you to search for a host near you, check out their bios, reviews, photos and rates. Read on to learn more about Aaron and Karine Nissim Hirschhorn’s new dog vacation website. — Global Animal

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Loyal Dog Refuses To Leave Caretaker’s Grave (VIDEO)

November 27, 2011

(LOYAL DOG VIDEO) Villagers in Panjiatun, China encountered an extreme act of loyalty when they noticed a dog safeguarding the gravesite of late caretaker, Lao Pan, who died earlier this month. Even after seven days without food, the furry friend refused to leave the grave. Villagers have been bringing the dog food and water, and are also planning to build a kennel at the gravesite for the faithful pooch to sleep in. See below for a video clip on this extremely loyal companion. — Global Animal

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VIDEO UPDATE FROM JAPAN: One Loyal Tsunami Dog Found

November 1, 2011

Nov. 5, 2011 VIDEO UPDATE (LOYAL TSUNAMI DOGS) – Nearly eight months after Japan’s devastating earthquake and tsunami and the moving video of the two “loyal tsunami dogs” or, “stay together dogs,” who refused to abandon each other, one of the dogs has been located, reports the Nippon SPCA.  This direct account by the guardian of the two dogs in the video, a Brittany spaniel and an Irish setter, refutes Kenn Sakurai’s story that he was instrumental in rescuing the “stay together dogs” right after a Japan TV station shot the heartbreaking footage. Read on for details about what happened to the loyal dogs and why Nippon SPCA is calling Kenn Sakurai’s actions into question. 

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Dog Rides Motorcycle With Man (VIDEO)

September 25, 2011

(DOG FRIEND) How do you travel with your pet? Are you and your dog bonding while in transit? Does your mode of travel create a sense of unity between you two? Check out the video below of this man and his dog bonding aboard his bike. How do you travel safely with your beloved pet? — Global Animal

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