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Only 1% of the 61 million Americans with disabilities have access to life-changing service dogs. Researchers are partnering with Canine Companions to solve the genetics puzzle and train more dogs for those waiting.
The pandemic shift to working from home has found its sweet spot, with over 13% of Americans now working primarily remotely. That's more than double pre-COVID levels, signaling a permanent transformation in how we work.
When rescue workers found three dogs trapped in a remote canyon, they discovered that proper climbing gear wasn't enough. Hot dogs saved the day in this heartwarming animal rescue.
Cities across India are solving stray dog conflicts through sterilization and vaccination instead of culling. Lucknow achieved a 70% success rate in 2024, sharply reducing dog bites while protecting both animals and people.
A black Lab-Bloodhound mix named Scout is becoming Minnesota's first dog trained to track down missing pets by following their scent trails. The volunteer group The Retrievers handles nearly 1,000 lost dog cases yearly, and Scout's unique skills will help reunite families with their furry friends faster.
A zookeeper who spends his days with 1,300kg black rhinos unwinds by training champion sheep dogs. Scott Smith says working with his border collies is actually easier than handling the critically endangered animals at his day job.
Couples who work from home at least one day a week have more children than those who don't, according to new research across 38 countries. The findings suggest flexible work could help families balance careers and parenthood.
Volunteers in Clayton County are working around the clock to find homes for 19 healthy, adoptable dogs facing a Friday deadline. Their year of networking and social media campaigns has already saved countless lives, and they're hoping for one more miracle.
Italian researchers developed a simple four-step test that lets dog owners discover if their pet is left-pawed, right-pawed, or somewhere in between. The "Doginburgh Inventory" helps scientists understand how dogs' brains work while giving pet parents a fun activity to try at home.
A popular festival in Romania's capital is turning attendance into charity. For every 10 people who show up, one kilogram of dog food goes to shelter dogs across the country.
More than 250 neglected dogs crammed into a single UK room are now healthy, happy, and finding their forever homes. The massive January rescue shocked social media, but months later, the transformation is remarkable.
Egypt is turning a stray dog problem into an international opportunity by exporting its native Baladi breed to Switzerland for security training. The program transforms street dogs into valuable working animals while addressing public safety concerns at home.
A deaf Pitbull named Cole sits at a New Jersey school each day with a sign reading "Can I Please Have a Hug?" and helps students learn that being different makes you special. His work has expanded to four therapy dogs and earned him ASPCA's 2023 National Dog of the Year.
The future of remote work isn't just your home office. It's a beach in Bali, a café in Paris, or wherever inspiration strikes you.
When a shelter owner's divorce left 51 dogs trapped in failing conditions, Animal Rescue Corps launched one of their biggest operations to save them. One dog named Yoshi had been waiting a decade for a second chance.
A groundbreaking Australian study reveals the exact strategies that make managers say yes to remote work requests. The best news? Parents and non-parents have equal chances when they frame their pitch correctly.
A foster dog climbs into bed with Marissa Monteleone every single night, settling against her chest in a routine that shows pure trust. The simple video captured over 88,000 hearts and reminded viewers why rescue dogs are worth saving.
A dog named Goldey was abandoned on the streets, covered in maggots and near death. The family who saved her discovered something unexpected: as she healed, their lifelong fear of dogs transformed into love.
Australian companies are bringing dogs to work with science-backed results: 24% lower risk of early death and stronger workplace connections. New policies show how to balance wellbeing perks with safety and inclusion.
Scientists discovered ancient dog bones in a Somerset cave, proving humans and dogs have been companions for over 14,000 years. The discovery pushes back Britain's earliest evidence of dog domestication by 5,000 years.
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