Heroic Dogs

Lilly, an eight-year-old golden retriever and rescued dog herself, has decided to adopt a litter of three African Wild Dogs that were born at the Oklahoma City Zoo and Botanical Gardens.  This act of kindness by a dog in adopting these pups as if they were her own are going to help an already endangered species survive, hopefully to make a new generation of their own.

Happy Veterans Day to all you vets out there!  While on active duty, having a pet can be one of the only things that helps bring stability and comfort during times of extreme stress, and the pets left behind at home can be one of the greatest things to look forward to.  In honor of those who have served, here are some of the best photos of solders and dogs – and even a couple kitties.

A little Chi-weenie named Trixxie had her life saved when Happy, the neighbor’s Rottweiler, prevented her from becoming a coyote’s breakfast.

Early one morning back in 2010, Trixxie was put out on a chain to take care of her business while her owner did the same inside.  She was only out there for a few minutes when a coyote ambushed her.  The chain prevented the coyote from running off with her in his mouth.