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Video: Loyal Dog Refuses to Leave Fallen Friend
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/17/12
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The loyal dog, whose name turns out to be Maggie, was clearly traumatized by the sudden loss of her partner when she was captured by animal control officers.
photo Courtesy of L.A. County Department of Animal Control
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Here's a remarkable story from Southern California that serves as an example of a dog's capacity for loyalty and bravery, but it also raises some troubling questions about the animal's owners. Last Wednesday, a dog was hit by a car and killed in the street in the city of Baldwin Park. This is terrible sad, but unfortunately not uncommon. What made this case special was that. . .
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Video: My Dogs, My Happiness
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/17/12
My happiness from Hookfilm on Vimeo.
Here's a lovely short video featuring two gorgeous dogs, Fred and Fiona, doing a bit of training. But the main message is told by the soundtrack: dogs = happiness. 'Nuff said.
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Video: These Dogs Know Frisbee
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/12/12
Beach season is coming and you are going to have to practice your frisbee tricks for a long time if you want to compete with some of these dogs!
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Orvis dog of the Day- Genny's Patience is a Virtue
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/11/12
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Patiently waiting for her favorite treat
- Victoria, Winooski
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Orvis Dog of the Day: If Only They Could Speak!
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/10/12
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If only there were some way that they could tell us what they want!
photo via reddit
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An Interview with George, the World's Largest Dog
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/10/12
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George and his owner, Dave Nassar barely fit on the big bed.
photo by Dave Nasser/Hatchett Book Group
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Today's New York Daily News features an imaginary interview with George, a Great Dane from Arizona who has been named the tallest dog in the world by the Guinness Book of World Records. In this hard-hitting report, George reveals. . .
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Video: The Incredible 9/11 Story of Salty & Omar
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/10/12
From Allison Argo's film "9/11: Where Were You?" for National Geographic, the story of Omar and his beloved guide dog Salty is a powerful testament to the love and trust between two old friends. Blind from an early age, Omar was on the 71st floor of the World Trade Center when American flight #11 slammed into the North Tower. His guide dog Salty managed to get them to safety before. . .
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Some Belated Easter Dogs
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/09/12
Here's a little bit of day-late easter cheer, featuring puppies, chicks, and bunnies. Plus, my friend Andrea's dog, Raleigh!
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8 Dogs Who Saved Their Owners' Lives
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/09/12
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We told Hercules's story months ago, but he's just one of the remarkable dogs on this list.
photo via rivergrandrapids.com
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Last week, we posted the amazing story of Kilo, who took a bullet to the head while trying to stop a home invasion. Today, The Week published a list of eight heroic dogsKilo, Mabeline, . . .
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Orvis Dogs of the Day: Reader Photos II
Posted by: James Hathaway
Date: 04/09/12
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Crimson the labrador retriever soaks up the sun.
photo by Tammy, Collinsville
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Back in January, we told you how to submit a photo of your dog for our "Dog of the Day" feature. We've received tons of submissions and have already featured one set of images. Here's a great selection of photos from the our most recent batch, featuring dogs being cute, regal, and even goofy (imagine that). Thanks to everyone who sent in a photo. We'll get to them all, eventually. And keep them coming!
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