National Dog News
Stay informed on the biggest stories, recalls, legal developments, and nationwide trends that matter to dog owners in Las Vegas. From high-profile incidents and policy changes to major product alerts and public interest updates, this section covers the national dog news every responsible pet parent should know.
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Chief the Rottweiler Dies Protecting His Owner in Michigan Home Invasion
A quiet afternoon in Olive Township ended in tragedy when a Rottweiler named Chief leapt between his owner and an armed home invader, ultimately saving the man’s life. The attack, which unfolded on November 18, 2025, has left a Michigan family grieving the loss of the dog they say was their protector, their companion, and their greatest source of comfort.…
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Wisconsin’s Ridglan Farms to Shut Down Research Beagle Breeding Following Settlement
A major shift is underway in Wisconsin’s long-controversial research-dog industry. Ridglan Farms — one of the nation’s largest suppliers of beagles for medical and laboratory research — will officially end its large-scale breeding program next summer. The decision follows a settlement announced on October 28, 2025, allowing the facility to avoid prosecution while agreeing to halt commercial breeding operations by…
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Dog Taxes and DNA Databases – Italy Targets Pet Waste With Tourist Taxes
As Italy’s Bolzano Province considers a “fido tax,” cities worldwide debate whether charging dog owners — or empowering them — is the key to cleaner streets. When the Italian province of Bolzano announced plans to tax dogs roughly $2 per day for tourists and over $100 annually for residents, the backlash was swift. Animal advocates called the proposal “short-sighted and…
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Search Dogs Mobilize After Hurricane Melissa
When disaster strikes, some of the first heroes on the ground walk on four legs. As Hurricane Melissa — the strongest storm in Jamaica’s history — swept through the Caribbean, National Disaster Search Dog Foundation (SDF) teams were among those deployed to help. Partnering with the Los Angeles County Fire Department’s international urban search and rescue team (USA-02), SDF-trained canines…
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Pet Bonds for Renters – Could New Zealand’s Solution Work in the U.S.?
inding a rental home in the United States is already challenging, and for pet owners, the obstacles are even greater. Many renters face landlords unwilling to accept pets, forcing families to choose between housing and their furry family members. While U.S. tenants have limited options, a new policy in New Zealand could offer a model for balancing renter and landlord…
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BISSELL Pet Foundation Deploys Animal Incident Management Team to Alaska After Typhoon Halong
When disaster strikes, help often comes from the most unexpected heroes — and this time, that includes a dedicated team focused on saving animals alongside people. Following the devastating impacts of Typhoon Halong on Alaska’s southwest coast, the State of Alaska has requested support from BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Animal Incident Management (AIM) team. AIM’s Executive Director, Eric Thompson, has been…
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New Global Standards Aim to Protect Your Dog While You’re Away
Pet Sitters International Sets the Bar for Pet Care Leaving your dog in someone else’s care can be stressful. Whether it’s for a long weekend getaway or just a few hours at work, how do you know your pup is safe, happy, and cared for? Recent announcements from the pet-care industry have introduced a game-changing answer: the first global standards…
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Therapy Dog Awakens Woman from Coma — A Real-Life Miracle That Shows the Power of Dogs in Healing
When 38-year-old Priscilla Timmons of Cooper City, Florida, slipped into a coma after a massive pulmonary embolism, doctors gave her less than a 10% chance of survival. But then something remarkable happened. As her family prayed at her bedside, a therapy dog named Scrunchie, a 7-year-old Golden Retriever from Memorial Hospital West in Pembroke Pines, gently nudged her hand —…
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Florida Woman’s Heartbreak After Dog Dies in Sitter’s Care Sparks Outcry Over Rover’s Safety Policies
Eilyn Jimenez’s devastating loss raises fresh questions about how pet-sitting platforms handle trust, accountability, and care standards. A Florida woman’s tragic experience has reignited debate over the safety and accountability of popular pet-sitting apps like Rover, exposing serious gaps in how these platforms oversee independent sitters. The Heartbreaking Discovery When Miami Shores resident Eilyn Jimenez left her three beloved dogs…
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Blonde Dachshund Goes Viral After Giving the Perfect Wednesday Addams Death Stare
Halloween brings out the creativity in pet owners across America — and this year, one tiny dachshund is stealing the spotlight for all the right reasons. Billie, a long-haired blonde dachshund, recently became a viral sensation after her owner decided to dress her as Wednesday Addams. In the trending video shared by @billiebeantheween on October 18, Billie sits perfectly still…
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