Category Archives: Dog News

Hero Dog Ralph

Photo from AL.com
Ralph. Photo from AL.com

From our friends at AL.com: Ralph, a four-year old Great Dane, is being credited with saving his family’s lives after a fire broke out in their Birmingham home in the middle of the night.

From his kennel, Ralph let out what his dad describes as a different kind of bark, which prompted dad to look out the window. The family’s BBQ grill had caught fire, and the fire was spreading to the house!

The parents were able to get their two children safely out of the house and rescue Ralph from his kennel. One of their pot-bellied pigs was rescued, but one perished in the fire.

Our condolences to the family on the loss of their belongings and their pig, and our kudos to Ralph for looking out for his family.

Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!

Would You Buy A Car From This Guy?

When a stray dog kept showing up at Prime Hyundai in Brazil, they decided he must need a job! Meet Prime Hyundai’s newest employee: Tucson Prime. And when you have an important job, of course you need an Instagram account to show off your mad skills. Follow Tucson Prime here.

Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!

My Hero, My Friend

Photo by the artist, Susan Norris.  Found at ArmyTimes.com
Photo by the artist, Susan Norris. Found at ArmyTimes.com

If you’re in the Dallas area, you might stop by Veterans Memorial Park in Trophy Club, TX, to see the new sculpture from Susan Norris, called “My Hero, My Friend.”

The brass sculpture was recently featured in the Army Times, and depicts a K9 wearing a Purple Heart, mourning his fallen handler.

Truly a moving piece!

Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!

Requiem for K9 Inca

Photo:. CantonRep/Scott Heckel
Photo:. CantonRep/Scott Heckel

Massillon police officer Miguel Riccio reacts while carrying the ashes of his K-9 Inca during a remembrance for the police dog at Duncan Plaza in Massillon on Wednesday, June 3, 2020.

Massillon, the next town over from me, recently held a memorial following the death of K9 Inca.

More photos here.

Rest in peace, Inca.

Until next time,
Good day, and good dog!

Dogs Making A Difference: Phoebe

Photo courtesy AKC
Photo courtesy AKC

From the AKC: Dogs have been known to increase happiness, reduce stress levels, and improve overall health in people. During this unprecedented time, dogs have been a source of relief and happiness for their human counterparts. In an effort to recognize dogs doing outstanding things during the global crisis we are facing, the AKC has awarded three wonderful dogs who have been spreading joy in their communities with the AKC Paw of Courage award. Continue reading Dogs Making A Difference: Phoebe

Dogs Making A Difference: Molly

Photo courtesy AKC
Photo courtesy AKC
From the AKC:

Dogs have been known to increase happiness, reduce stress levels, and improve overall health in people. During this unprecedented time, dogs have been a source of relief and happiness for their human counterparts. In an effort to recognize dogs doing outstanding things during the global crisis we are facing, the AKC has awarded three wonderful dogs who have been spreading joy in their communities with the AKC Paw of Courage award. Continue reading Dogs Making A Difference: Molly