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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What Your Dog’s Ears Tell Us About Health, Genetics, and Breeding
Dogs’ ears come in an incredible range of shapes and sizes, from upright and alert to long, soft, and floppy. While ear shape is often treated as a cosmetic trait or breed hallmark, new research shows it may also offer insight into genetics, selective breeding, and potential health considerations for dogs. A recent study published in Scientific Reports has pinpointed…
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Pet Lovers’ Choice Awards Opens a National Stage for Pets — and a Funding Pathway for Rescues
The Pet Lovers’ Choice Awards is positioning itself as more than a fan-voted celebration of dogs and cats. Designed as a nationally broadcast awards event, the competition blends public participation, celebrity hosting, and entertainment with a direct funding opportunity for animal welfare organizations across the country. For Las Vegas pet lovers and rescues alike, the 2026 awards cycle introduces a…
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26 Dogs Rescued in East Texas Highlights Growing Strain on Animal Welfare Systems Nationwide
A rapid multi-agency response in East Texas this week brought 26 dogs to safety — but the circumstances surrounding the rescue underscore a broader, growing challenge facing animal welfare organizations across the country. According to information shared by BISSELL Pet Foundation and local reporting from KETK, the dogs were removed from a property in Gun Barrel City, Texas, after neighbors…
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Rescue Dogs Lost During Transport Highlight Growing Safety and Community Challenges Nationwide
Rescue dogs traveling long distances to reach their forever homes face a unique set of risks — especially during transport across unfamiliar terrain. Two recent, widely shared stories reported by 11Alive and PEOPLE underscore how quickly things can go wrong, and how coordinated community response can mean the difference between tragedy and a safe reunion. Ambrose – A Timid Dog…
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Viral Adoption Dispute Highlights Challenges Inside Selter Intake and Adoption Systems
A cross-country rescue effort, a revoked adoption approval, and a 500-mile drive that ended empty-handed quickly became a viral flashpoint — not because of one dog, but because of the complex realities inside modern shelter intake and adoption systems. The situation, first reported by KTLA, centers on a German Shepherd mix named Sherman and an adopter known online as “Doge…
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Dog Shelter Closes Amid Respiratory Outbreak, Highlighting a Challenge Faced by Rescues Nationwide
A nonprofit animal shelter in Spokane, Washington has temporarily closed its dog adoption operations after a respiratory illness spread among dogs in its care — a situation that underscores a reality many shelters, including those here in Southern Nevada, work hard to prevent and manage. SpokAnimal announced that its dog shelter will remain closed to the public as staff continue…
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Georgia Man Charged With Felony Animal Cruelty After Dog Shot and Abandoned in Public Park
A Cobb County, Georgia man is facing felony animal cruelty charges after investigators say he shot his own dog in the head and left the animal abandoned at a local park, according to reporting from FOX 5 Atlanta. Authorities say 31-year-old Dauson Womack was arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty following an investigation into a severely injured dog discovered…
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Firefighters Race Across Frozen Pond to Rescue Dog Who Fell Through Ice
A New Year’s Day walk nearly turned tragic in Rhode Island when a golden retriever fell through thin ice on a frozen pond — and first responders risked their own safety to bring him home. Just before 9 a.m. on January 1, firefighters were dispatched to Little Masachaug Pond in Westerly after reports came in of a dog trapped in…
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Search Intensifies for Missing California Hiker After Her Dog Is Found Alone Near River
A search for a missing hiker in Northern California has taken a heartbreaking turn after her dog was found wandering alone near the area where she was last seen, prompting renewed urgency from search and rescue teams and a wave of concern from dog lovers nationwide. According to the Placer County Sheriff’s Office, the unnamed woman was last seen on…
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Lost 82-Year-Old Woman Found Safe Thanks to Her Dog’s Loyalty and Quick Thinking
An 82-year-old Oregon woman who went missing during freezing winter temperatures was found alive late Monday night, thanks to the quiet determination of her dog, Cami. According to the Lane County Sheriff’s Office in Lookout coverage, the woman disappeared on December 29 near Elmira, Oregon. As search teams spread through rural roads, trails, and wooded dead ends, few expected the…
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