Dog News
Your central hub for the latest stories every Las Vegas dog owner should know. From breaking national headlines and important product recalls to local community updates, safety alerts, and feel-good stories, this is where national and local dog news come together — all in one place.
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Deadly Parvo Outbreak Surges in Arizona: What Las Vegas Dog Owners Need to Know
When a serious canine illness begins spreading just one state away, it’s worth paying attention. That’s what veterinarians across Arizona are urging this week as they report an unusually large spike in parvo cases — one that’s arriving in November, well outside the typical spring surge. Clinics in Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tucson, and Peoria describe back-to-back emergencies, overwhelmed treatment rooms, and…
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Belgian Sheepdog Soleil Stuns Judges to Claim 2025 National Dog Show Crown
Soleil, a pitch-black Belgian Sheepdog with the composure of a seasoned professional, emerged as Best in Show at the 2025 National Dog Show, beating nearly 2,000 dogs across 201 breeds and varieties. Her poised, almost effortless performance captivated judges, commentators, and millions of viewers tuning in after the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Far from a simple victory lap on the…
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Where is the National Dog Show Held, and Can You Attend in Person?
Every Thanksgiving, millions of Americans settle in after the Macy’s parade and before the football kickoff to watch one of the country’s most cherished canine traditions — the National Dog Show. But while the two-hour NBC broadcast has become a staple of holiday programming, far fewer viewers know where the event actually unfolds. The answer lies just outside Philadelphia, in…
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How to Watch the National Dog Show on Thanksgiving Day 2025 for Free from Anywhere
A beloved holiday tradition returns today as millions of Americans prepare to tune in to the National Dog Show, the long-running competition that has become the feel-good centerpiece between the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and afternoon football. With more than 2,000 purebred dogs and decades of history behind it, the two-hour broadcast remains a cornerstone of the holiday for families…
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Las Vegas Mother Arrested After ‘Payback’ Stabbing of Husband’s Dog Before Fleeing With Infant
A Las Vegas mother is facing serious felony charges after police say she repeatedly stabbed her husband’s dog during a heated domestic dispute, then fled the apartment with their infant daughter. The disturbing confrontation unfolded on Wednesday near the Desert Pines Golf Club, leaving officers to piece together a chaotic scene marked by alcohol, arguments, and a terrified child standing…
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A Humble Surprise: How a Humane Society Found $272K in Forgotten Funds
Fundraising never stops for animal rescues, but even the most diligent nonprofits can be surprised by unexpected windfalls. That was exactly the case for the Humane Society of Summit County in Ohio, which recently discovered it had more than $272,000 in unclaimed funds — money they didn’t even know existed. The discovery came thanks to News 5 Cleveland, which alerted…
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Governor DeSantis Unveils Sweeping Crackdown on Puppy Mills in Florida
Florida is bracing for one of the most dramatic animal-welfare battles in years as Governor Ron DeSantis pushes a sweeping proposal to shut down abusive puppy mills and overhaul the state’s breeding industry. With the 2026 legislative session looming, the governor is positioning the plan as a long-overdue effort to protect vulnerable puppies, hold negligent breeders accountable, and dismantle the…
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Texas Dog-Fighting Ring Shattered as 45 Arrested in Major East Texas Raid
Authorities in Newton County dismantled a massive, highly organized dog-fighting ring on November 22, 2025, culminating months of undercover surveillance and intelligence gathering. The covert probe, known as Operation Pitbull, targeted a secluded property in the Call community, just north of Beaumont, where deputies discovered an active fight underway. The dramatic bust led to 45 arrests and uncovered links to…
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Genetic Bombshell Shows Dogs Carry Far More Wolf Ancestry Than Anyone Realised
The adorable lap dog curled at your feet may be far more wild than you ever imagined. New U.S. research released on November 24, 2025, has uncovered a startling genetic reality: nearly two-thirds of modern dog breeds still carry faint but measurable traces of wolf DNA, revealing a deeper and more persistent link between wolves and domestic dogs than scientists…
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Michigan Veterinarian Jailed for Refusing to Return Homeless Man’s Dog
A Michigan veterinarian has been sentenced to 10 days in jail after refusing to return a homeless man’s senior dog for months, a decision that has sparked a heated national debate about veterinary ethics, animal welfare, property rights, and whether good intentions can justify breaking the law. The case centers on Vinnie, a 16-year-old pit bull mix whose brief separation…
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