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Sniffer Dogs
July 7, 2020
The German military, in cooperation with the University of Veterinary Medicine in Hanover, is working on training various breeds of sniffer dogs to detect COVID-19 in humans. Military sniffer dogs are being trained in Germany to detect coronavirus in human saliva by the Bundeswehr and the University of Veterinary Medicine Hanover, Foundation (TiHo). A group of […]
Guide Dog Gets Refused
July 7, 2020
The 28-year-old businessman from Cardiff, who is blind, claims Uber drivers have left him standing when they see his dog. He says it is “horrible discrimination” and plans to mount a legal challenge against the firm. Uber said: “It is totally unacceptable for drivers to refuse to take a guide dog and we investigate every […]
Canine Heroes
July 7, 2020
The American Kennel Club, the world’s largest purebred dog registry and leading advocate for dogs, is proud to honor ‘Dogtor’ Loki and the Go Team Therapy Dogs with the AKC Paw of Courage awards. The AKC Paw of Courage shows appreciation for the work that dogs do in the service of humankind. These awards recognize dogs […]
Dog Joins Fire Service Team
July 6, 2020
The two-year-old spaniel named Phoenix has been trained to detect the location and cause of deliberate fires over the past year. Phoenix can detect the slightest trace of ignitable liquids up to one metre below debris left by a fire, Glasgow-based firefighter and dog handler Jonathan Honeyman revealed. But the clever pup’s talents do not […]
Pinedale Shootings
July 6, 2020
Authorities in Pinedale believe they are looking for the same person in a series of shootings that has targeted domestic household animals. The Sublette County Sheriff’s Office is seeking information from the public regarding a handful of pets that have been shot in the town of Pinedale. The most recent incident occurred on Monday, June […]
The Dogs That Sniff
July 6, 2020
On a sunny, cloudless afternoon in Croatia, a fierce wind known as a bora can whip over the Velebit mountain range and across the Adriatic Sea. When it reaches hurricane force, this cold and dry blast can render the steep, arid terrain—dominated by a porous rock topography known as karst—freezing at midday. Despite the area’s […]
Therapy Dog In Training
July 6, 2020
Meet Henry, the 1 year old therapy dog in training. Dog mom Maria spoke to Ireland’s Next Top Madra and told us all about her real life teddy bear: “The idea of Henry becoming a therapy dog came from seeing his lovely personality, he is pure love. When he sits near you, you can’t resist […]
Dogs Time To Play
July 6, 2020
Nova’s owner, Heidi, contacted Snozone after recently discovering that her Bernese Mountain Dog, who is nearly 8 years old, has incurable cancer. Snozone said: “Nova, a happy, wonderful dog, adores snow and it was one of Heidi’s wishes that her beloved companion would feel snow on her paws once more, before she says goodbye.” Although they are closed to […]
Emotional Support Canine
July 6, 2020
Rhonda, a 1½-year-old canine rescued from a high-kill shelter in the Los Angeles area, lifts her head to get some friendly pats. Outside the Santa Barbra County Fire Department’s Station 12 on Calle Real in Goleta, the brindle dog curls up at firefighter and handler Sam Dudley’s feet and gives a comforting nuzzle with her nose. Rhonda […]
Robotic Pets
July 6, 2020
When Hythe View nursing home had to close its doors to all but essential visitors in March, the Pets as Therapy dogs could not make their regular visits. Activities coordinator, Heather Heath noticed that many of the residents were missing the interaction with their furry friends, and the comfort and companionship the animals provide. After […]
