A baby chihuahua born with a heart-shaped pattern on his coat has become a hit in Japan. The chihuahua has a white coat with a tan colored patch of fur in the shape of a nearly perfect heart that many onlookers now seem to feel is lucky. According to owner Emiko Sakurada, who breeds chihuahuas, […]
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Pigasso Painting Pigs
A farm in Buckfastleigh, Devon, England has stumbled upon a novel idea to raise funds for their Farm Crisis Network charity. The farm has enlisted the help of two piglets, known as “Van Snout” and “Bottabelli” who one day accidentally got into a few cans of non-toxic paint, and the next day had become artists. […]
Xiang Xiang the Panda Dies in the Wild
The first panda born in captivity and released in the wild was found dead on February 19 in the forests of Sichuan province. According to officials, the giant panda likely fell from a high place, perhaps a tree as it was being chased by other wild pandas. “We are all sad about Xiang Xiang, […]
French Poodle Wins World Dog Show
Pictured above is Smash, a Japanese-born French Poodle who won the annual World Dog Show in Mexico City. His owner is Mamoro Oyama of Japan The poodle beat out some 5,000 competitors from around the globe, including 300 different dog breeds. A male Bulldog came in second place, and third place went to a bulldog, […]
Indian Dog Hotel
Above is a picture of one of the hotel guests at the Kennel1 in New Delhi, India. For about 250 Rupees a day ($6), dogs can enjoy air-conditioned rooms, top of the line cuisine, a crystal-clear pool, and a lounge. “This is a place where your dog can come and live in style,” said Shailendra […]