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What to know about anti-aging medication in development that could help dogs live longer

The drug, LOY-001, works by interacting with a hormone that accelerates aging.
3 hours ago
What to know about anti-aging medication that could help dogs live longer
December 1, 2023, 12:39 PM

Dad caught cuddling puppy ‘he didn’t want’ on sofa ‘she’s not allowed on’

It’s a tale as old as time… and we’re here for it every single time.
December 1, 2023, 12:39 PM
Dad caught cuddling puppy ‘he didn’t want’ on sofa ‘she’s not allowed on’
December 1, 2023, 1:06 AM

New drug designed to extend dog’s life awaits FDA approval

Loyal, a San Francisco based biotech company is working to develop drugs to extend dog’s lifespans.
December 1, 2023, 1:06 AM
New drug designed to extend dog’s life awaits FDA approval
December 1, 2023, 1:04 AM

Photographer finds homes for hundreds of pets in need

Photographer Adam Goldberg takes professional photos of animals who are up for adoption.
December 1, 2023, 1:04 AM
Photographer finds homes for hundreds of pets in need
November 29, 2023, 9:23 PM

A possible new breakthrough in canine health

Dr. Jen Ashton updates “GMA3” on a new implant under research and still a few years from being available that could possibly extend dog’s life expectancy.
November 29, 2023, 9:23 PM
A possible new breakthrough in canine health
November 29, 2023, 5:46 PM

Blackstone acquires pet care app Rover in $2.3 billion all-cash deal

Private equity giant Blackstone will acquire the pet care app Rover in an all-cash deal valued at $2.3 billion, the companies announced Wednesday
November 29, 2023, 5:46 PM
Blackstone acquires pet care app Rover in $2.3 billion all-cash deal
November 29, 2023, 3:16 AM

Children held hostage by Hamas reunite with family dog after release

Three siblings held hostage by Hamas since Oct. 7 were reunited with their family dog in Israel after being released as part of a hostage-release deal.
November 29, 2023, 3:16 AM
Children held hostage by Hamas reunite with family dog after release
November 29, 2023, 2:42 AM

Chatty dog responds to owner's questions about the holidays

Tilly, an adorable 3-year-old terrier, might not understand English, but she certainly knows how to hold an engaging conversation!
November 29, 2023, 2:42 AM
Chatty dog responds to owner's questions about the holidays
November 28, 2023, 5:56 PM

Family says dog cured of mystery illness

The owners of Ike, a 5-year-old golden retriever, opened up about their experience and how their dog recovered from the unknown illness.
November 28, 2023, 5:56 PM
Family says dog cured of mystery illness
November 28, 2023, 4:37 PM

TSA releases 2024 canine calendar

The Transportation Security Administration has released its new calendar featuring more than 1,000 explosives-detection dogs working across the United States to help keep airports safe.
November 28, 2023, 4:37 PM
TSA releases 2024 canine calendar
November 28, 2023, 4:30 PM

Family credits antibiotic with saving their dog's life amid mystery respiratory illness

The Oliver family's golden retriever was hospitalized for several days.
November 28, 2023, 4:30 PM
Family says antibiotic saved their dog's life amid mystery respiratory illness
November 23, 2023, 2:17 AM

Animal shelter finds homes for pets on Thanksgiving

Richmond Animal Care and Control kicked off their Thanksgiving foster program.
November 23, 2023, 2:17 AM
Animal shelter finds homes for pets on Thanksgiving
November 22, 2023, 3:30 PM

Vet shares symptoms of mystery respiratory illness in dogs, answers viewers' questions

A veterinarian shares the symptoms of the mystery illness affecting dogs and responds to viewers' questions and concerns.
November 22, 2023, 3:30 PM
Vet shares symptoms of mystery illness in dogs, answers viewers' questions
November 22, 2023, 3:22 PM

Mystery dog illness continues to spread

A serious respiratory illness has been seen in four states, with the number of cases climbing and concern as families begin to travel with their pets for the holidays.
November 22, 2023, 3:22 PM
Mystery dog illness continues to spread
November 22, 2023, 12:39 PM

Cute dogs help curate Black Friday's 'top dog deals'

ABC News' Becky Worley is joined by furry friends from the North Shore Animal League America to look at the best deals in tech, home and more ahead of Black Friday.
November 22, 2023, 12:39 PM
Cute dogs help curate Black Friday's 'top dog deals'
November 22, 2023, 7:45 AM

Former Elvis Presley impersonator adopts rescue dog named Elvis

A 3-year-old Pit Bull Terrier mix at the Anti-Cruelty Society in Chicago found his forever home with Loren and his partner Drew after staff posted about the special “Hound Dog” online.
November 22, 2023, 7:45 AM
Former Elvis Presley impersonator adopts rescue dog named Elvis
November 22, 2023, 1:16 AM

Mysterious respiratory illness affecting dogs across the US

Vets say symptoms include coughing, sneezing, rapid breathing and dehydration.
November 22, 2023, 1:16 AM
Mysterious respiratory illness affecting dogs across the US
November 21, 2023, 1:46 PM

‘Ripken’ takes the football field

Meet ‘Ripken the Bat Dog’, North Carolina States’ black Labrador retriever offering a helping paw at the school’s football games! ABC News’ Danny New has more.
November 21, 2023, 1:46 PM
‘Ripken’ takes the football field
November 20, 2023, 8:20 PM

Veterinarian breaks down what to know about 'mystery' dog illness

Amanda Cavanagh, section head of the Small Animal Emergency Service at Colorado State University, explains what dog owners should know about
November 20, 2023, 8:20 PM
Veterinarian breaks down what to know about 'mystery' dog illness
November 20, 2023, 1:22 PM

Veterinarian helps dog calm down before visit

Dr. Tom helped make a nervous dog feel more comfortable by offering them snacks before a check up.
November 20, 2023, 1:22 PM
Veterinarian helps dog calm down before visit
November 18, 2023, 1:02 PM

Dogs are coming down with an unusual respiratory illness in several US states

Veterinary laboratories in several states are investigating an unusual respiratory illness in dogs
November 18, 2023, 1:02 PM
November 15, 2023, 8:30 PM

Veterinarians warn of rising cases of mystery dog illness

Veterinarians are sounding the alarm about an uptick in a mystery dog illness that causes canines to cough.
November 15, 2023, 8:30 PM
Cases of mysterious dog illness rising, veterinarians warn
November 15, 2023, 4:49 PM

Mystery illness affecting dogs nationwide

The canine respiratory illness is highly contagious and can be deadly if left untreated.
November 15, 2023, 4:49 PM
Mystery illness affecting dogs nationwide
November 15, 2023, 1:16 PM

Mystery illness affects dogs across US

While research is still underway, veterinarians are calling the unknown illness highly contagious, and in some cases fatal, and say most reported symptoms are similar to a typical kennel cough.
November 15, 2023, 1:16 PM
Mystery illness affects dogs across US
November 14, 2023, 12:41 PM

Dog thinks turnip is cheese and is severely disappointed

This good boy deserves a hunk of cheese, stat!
November 14, 2023, 12:41 PM
Dog thinks turnip is cheese and is severely disappointed
November 13, 2023, 9:15 PM

Cardiac alert dog creates his own Build-A-Bear

The two-year-old German shepherd designed his own toy.
November 13, 2023, 9:15 PM
Cardiac alert dog creates his own Build-A-Bear
November 10, 2023, 4:28 PM

Staff sergeant reunites with retired military dog

Staff Sgt. Thomas Watkins reunited with Blek, a now-retired military dog whom he used to handle at a duty station.
November 10, 2023, 4:28 PM
Staff sergeant reunites with retired military dog
November 10, 2023, 2:16 PM

Professional dog trainer talks ‘The Secret Life of Dancing Dogs’

Jennifer Fraser and her prized pooch Daiquiri discuss the world of dancing dog competitions featured in ABC News Studios’ new series, "The Secret Life of Dancing Dogs."
November 10, 2023, 2:16 PM
Professional dog trainer talks ‘The Secret Life of Dancing Dogs’
November 8, 2023, 12:11 AM

Watch these puppies enjoy their first snow in Montana

These doodle puppies didn't hesitate to run outside and play in the fresh snowfall.
November 8, 2023, 12:11 AM
Watch these puppies enjoy their first snow in Montana
November 6, 2023, 4:08 PM

Winner of American Hero Dog Awards revealed

Maverick, a European Blue Great Dane and therapy dog for the USO, joins "GMA" after being crowned the top winner of the 13th annual awards.
November 6, 2023, 4:08 PM
Winner of American Hero Dog Awards revealed
1 month ago

Non-profit Ruff Haven offers crisis sheltering for pet families

Salt Lake City non-profit organization Ruff Haven provides crisis sheltering for pet families
1 month ago
Non-profit Ruff Haven offers crisis sheltering for pet families
1 month ago

'GMA' hosts dog costume parade for Halloween

Four-legged stars from the 33rd annual Tompkins Halloween Dog Parade in New York City were invited to show off their costumes and compete in the categories of creativity, character, comfort and more.
1 month ago
'GMA' hosts dog costume parade for Halloween
1 month ago

Americans' getting their pets into the Halloween spirit

ABC News’ Will Ganss is here on how Americans are going costume crazy for their furry friends as pet costume spending went up this year and projected to reach $700 million.
1 month ago
Americans' getting their pets into the Halloween spirit
1 month ago

Watch these dogs’ adorable reactions to being called good boys and girls

Clearly, they’re the bestest boys and girls!
1 month ago
Watch these dogs’ adorable reactions to being called good boys and girls
1 month ago

Dog saves teenage boy who was suffering from stroke

Amanda Tanner’s border collie Axel led her husband down to their 17-year-old son Gabriel’s room where he was experiencing a stroke.
1 month ago
Dog saves teenage boy who was suffering from stroke
1 month ago

World’s oldest dog dies at 31

A 31-year-old dog in Portugal who had been ranked as the world's oldest dog ever has died.
1 month ago
World’s oldest dog dies at 31
1 month ago

World's oldest dog dies at 31

Born in 1992, the dog named Bobi was a guard dog that lived on a farm.
1 month ago
World's oldest dog dies at 31
1 month ago

Cute pups get into the Halloween spirit

Anna Schwab dresses her rescue dogs in an array of costumes based on different movies, putting the howl in "Howloween."
1 month ago
Cute pups get into the Halloween spirit
1 month ago

Watch how this brilliant dog helps raise her human siblings

Lucy’s parents wanted to make sure she felt included and part of the family when they welcomed home twins.
1 month ago
Watch how this brilliant dog helps raise her human siblings
1 month ago

Meet Dexter, the dog who walks everywhere upright

The 8-year-old Brittany has walked on his hind legs since he was a puppy, when he was injured in an accident.
1 month ago
Meet Dexter, the dog who walks everywhere upright
2 months ago

New York City’s top business cat

ABC News’ Danny New met the viral feline face of a Manhattan animal shelter who’s garnered hundreds of thousands of followers online.
2 months ago
New York City’s top business cat
2 months ago

Puppy reunited with family after being lost in Maui fires

"The story of Roman is one of perseverance and hope."
2 months ago
Puppy reunited with family after being lost in Maui fires
2 months ago

Do your pets dream?

ABC News’ Danny New spoke with one vet who says there’s evidence to suggest they do!
2 months ago
Do your pets dream?
2 months ago

Dog is very excited to take a nap

Naps are Marty’s favorite part of the day, as is ours!
2 months ago
Dog is very excited to take a nap
2 months ago

Department of Defense official charged with running dog fighting ring

A Department of Defense official has been charged with dog fighting, according to records unsealed by the Justice Department on Monday night.
2 months ago
Department of Defense official charged with running dog fighting ring
2 months ago

Behind the scenes of an adorable doggy photo shoot

We’re getting a behind-the-scenes look at German photographer Christian Vieler’s photo shoot with adorable pups.
2 months ago
Behind the scenes of an adorable doggy photo shoot
2 months ago

Concerned dog hilariously interrupts jiu-jitsu tournament

The protective pooch wandered over from the sidelines to break up a perceived "fight" between two competitors, and was promptly escorted away — after the referees got some pets in.
2 months ago
Concerned dog hilariously interrupts jiu-jitsu tournament
2 months ago

Neurodivergent husky walks with a prance and inspires people around the world

Fenix the husky was born with cerebellar hypoplasia, which causes him to prance when he walks. His journey of overcoming obstacles with positivity has made him a "canine life coach" in his own right.
2 months ago
Neurodivergent husky walks with a prance and inspires people around the world
2 months ago

Dog owner has clever solution for when senior pup gets tired on walks

The 15-year-old basset hound loves walks but sometimes gets too tired to complete them.
2 months ago
Dog owner has clever solution for when senior pup gets tired on walks
2 months ago

Senior living residents paint portraits of shelter dogs

The nonprofit "Draws for Paws" kicked off its "Grandpaws Initiative" with the Virginian Senior Living Community residents in Fairfax, Virginia.
2 months ago
Senior living residents paint portraits of shelter dogs