Congratulations to Our Latest Orvis Cover Dog Winners.
Written by: Tucker Kimball
It’s that time again to announce our Orvis Cover Dog Contest winners who will appear on our 2016 fall and holiday Dog Books. . . .
Written by: Tucker Kimball
Videos: Last Weekend’s “Clear the Shelters” Event a Big Success
Written by: Phil Monahan
More than 300 animals were adopted in Fort Worth, emptying the facility.
Photo by Fort Worth Animal Shelter
Last weekend, almost 700 animal shelters around the country took part in Clear the Shelters, a nationwide pet adoption initiative that aims to connect animals in need with loving new. . .
The Best Dog-Friendly National Parks, Part 1
Written by: Phil Monahan
Orvis associate Cindy Dunican and her Black Lab, Addy, enjoy adventure travel.
Photo by Cindy Dunican
On August 25, the National Park Service will celebrate its 100th anniversary, so over the next few weeks, we will be highlighting the best parks for you to explore with your dog. Pets are. . .
Photographer Dresses Up Dogs for Adoption
Written by: Phil Monahan
First impressions are important, and bad photography is the bane of many dog shelters. But one photographer is trying to create the opposite effect through elaborate portraits meant. . .
Video: Meet Cherry, One of the “Michael Vick Dogs” Now Living a Wonderful Life
Written by: Phil Monahan
In 2007, a terrified Pit Bull was one of more than 50 dogs rescued from the compound of Michael Vick in Virginia, in what was the most famous dog-fighting-ring bust of all time. Many believed. . .
Video: Woman Charged with Felony Animal Cruelty After Leaving Dog in Hot Car
Written by: Phil Monahan
For as long as we’ve been posting about dogs in hot cars, people have commented that harsher penalties would make people think twice about leaving a dog in a vehicle. Now, . . .
Abused Dog Becomes Companion for Autistic Kids and the Homeless
Written by: Phil Monahan
Hooch’s life is not easy, but he still loves to help others.
Photo courtesy Zach Skow, via wtop.com
Yesterday, we posted a photo essay about a woman who refused to give up on a puppy that had the odds stacked against it. Here’s another tale of a person giving a dog a second chance. . .
Photo Essay: Saving a Puppy Slated for Euthanasia
Written by: Chelsea Whitney
Here is my chocolate shake and chocolate lab puppy, right after I agreed to foster him.
Photos by Chelsea Whitney
On my 30th birthday, a chocolate lab had a c-section at my veterinary clinic and had nine puppies. One had a cleft palate, and the owners opted to euthanize the puppy. Knowing what a sucker. . .
Video: A Big Therapy Dog Makes a Big Impact
Written by: Phil Monahan
Four-year-old Bandit is a rescue Great Dane, and he’s doing his part to help veterans and their families in Missouri. He seems to be just one of those dogs who can make everyone around. . .
Classic Video: How to Take Better Dog Photos, for Adoption or Otherwise, with Seth Casteel
Written by: Phil Monahan
Photographer Seth Casteel offers up some of his tricks. . .and the results are impressive.
Photographer Seth Casteel burst onto the scene back in 2012 when his series of “Underwater Dogs” photos went viral. Casteel has used his newfound fame to promote dog rescue and . . .